The ASUS GeForce RTX 5090 ROG MATRIX is approaching its retail launch, and ASUS has already detailed a new software feature called "Level Sense" designed to prevent sagging in this massive and premium-priced graphics card. Embedded within the GPU is a miniature Bosch Sensortec BMI323 inertial measurement unit (IMU), which combines an accelerometer and gyroscope in a single component for a negligible cost. ASUS integrates this sensor into the PCB to continuously monitor whether the graphics card remains level with the motherboard, triggering an immediate alert if the card shifts even slightly downward. This feature proves particularly valuable for models like the air-cooled ROG ASTRAL RTX 5090, which weighs approximately 3 kg and can place considerable strain on your motherboard's PCIe slot over extended periods.

These capabilities are integrated into ASUS GPU Tweak software, which enables real-time sag detection and provides additional tuning options for the graphics card. This functionality becomes especially significant for users who relocate their desktops infrequently and may not observe gradual changes in component positioning. As graphics cards continue to increase in size and mechanical demands, it is easy to overlook their status as a physical burden on your system, a consideration that becomes particularly relevant when moving your PC for maintenance or component upgrades.
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