Palit Goes Dark: New RTX 5080 Infinity 3 Series Brings All‑Black Aesthetics and TurboFan 4.0
Palit has expanded its custom GeForce RTX 50 series lineup with the new Infinity 3 series, featuring a sleek, all‑black triple‑fan cooler. The series includes two models: the GeForce RTX 5080 Infinity 3 OC and the standard GeForce RTX 5080 Infinity 3.
Both cards are built around the same RTX 5080 GPU core with 16GB of GDDR7 memory, a 256‑bit bus, and 30 Gbps memory speed. The OC model is factory‑overclocked to a boost clock of 2625 MHz, while the non‑OC version runs at 2617 MHz – a modest difference that leaves room for manual tuning.
Cooling and Design
The Infinity 3 uses Palit’s TurboFan 4.0 cooler design, which the company claims improves noise and thermal optimization by 33% compared to previous iterations. Composite heat pipes are said to increase heat transfer efficiency by up to 32%, based on internal testing. The card measures 331.9 × 127.1 × 56.8 mm, making it a 2.8‑slot design – large, but manageable for most mid‑tower and full‑tower cases.
Connectivity
Outputs include one HDMI 2.1b port and three DisplayPort 2.1b connectors, allowing high‑refresh‑rate multi‑monitor setups. Power is delivered through a single 16‑pin (12V‑2×6) connector, and the bus interface is PCI Express 5.0 x16.
Background on Palit Group
The launch also comes with clarification from Palit regarding recent brand management changes. The company stated that the GALAX, KFA2, and HOF brands are now managed directly by Palit Group and will continue under the same GPU roadmap. Palit also said it is “fully prepared for the current generation of GPUs” and is already working on future generations. Interestingly, the company has not yet launched a new GALAX GPU alongside the Infinity 3, but the statement suggests that products are in the pipeline.
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Availability and Pricing
Palit has not announced pricing or a firm release date for the Infinity 3 series. Given the current RTX 5080 market (MSRP $999, but real‑world pricing higher), expect these custom cards to land in the $1,100–1,300 range depending on retailer and region.
For builders who prefer an understated, all‑black aesthetic without RGB overload, the Infinity 3 series offers a clean alternative to more flashy designs.
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