Remember that mysterious RTX 5080 GPU with an SSD slot? Well, turns out Asus has a plan for it, and of course it involves AI and LLM

Remember that weird, intriguing GPU with an SSD slot we saw a while back? Asus is actually making it a reality with the ProArt RTX 5080 SSD Edition—a graphics card that combines raw GPU power with onboard storage. It’s specifically designed for AI workflows, with custom hardware and software to handle local AI models more efficiently. So, no, it wasn’t just a quirky prototype—it’s a real product with a clear (and very on-trend) AI focus.