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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about Assassin's Creed Shadows center on high-end PC hardware requirements, particularly the ASUS ROG Matrix Platinum GeForce RTX 5090. The card's advertised 800 W power mode requires both an ASUS Advanced BTF motherboard and a direct 12V-2x6 connection to the power supply, a setup that affects game performance. Users note that this configuration is not typical for standard RTX 5090 builds, and coverage of the game's benchmarks often misses this qualification. The tag highlights how demanding AAA titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows push hardware limits, making power delivery and motherboard compatibility key considerations for enthusiasts building top-tier gaming PCs.
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    ASUS ROG Matrix RTX 5090: 800W Needs BTF, 1600W PSU

    The ASUS ROG Matrix Platinum GeForce RTX 5090 can reach its advertised 800 W power mode only in a very particular build: it must be connected both to an ASUS Advanced BTF motherboard through the GC-HPWR interface and directly to the power supply through a 12V-2x6 cable. That qualification is the...