Asus reveals how $500,000 ROG Astral RTX 5090D was made — world's most expensive GPU is hewn from 5KG of pure gold

Asus China influencer Uncle Tony shared a video showcasing the making of the world's most expensive GPU, the $500,000 ROG Astral RTX 5090D, crafted from 5kg of pure gold. The custom graphics card, worth half a million dollars, was created by replacing a 'regular' ROG Astral with real gold parts, including a gold-plated cooling assembly. Despite initial plans for a charity auction, the hand-finished gold GPU has been acquired by a private collector. The intricate process of melting, molding, and finishing the gold components is detailed in the video, providing a glimpse into the creation of this opulent piece of tech.