Asus has finally created the easy-release GPU slots we've been clamoring for.

Have you ever struggled to remove a graphic card, tears of frustration smearing your cheeks while you desperately search for the release catch? All the while cursing at the heavens that someone, anyone, thought this was an ergonomic or user-friendly retention mechanism? You're not alone.

Asus has a revised version of its PCIe-Q-Release system, now called PCIe-Q-Release slim. It could be the GPU slot that we've been waiting for. It is completely tool-free. There's no button. Once you know how it works, it's intuitive.

The Asus PCIe Quick-Release used a button that was more easily accessible. It popped the retention clip, which holds a GPU in the PCIe slot. This saved you from having the clip in your face to manipulate, which can be a real pain for those without sextuple joints. Everyone, in other words.

It was a very welcome feature, but you still had to be able reach the release button on the motherboard. Asus may have placed the button in a convenient location, but access to the button depends on the PC case, the components, cables, and connectors installed. You could also argue that it's best to avoid prodding the motherboard if possible.

Asus has shown off the new Asus Q-Release Slim PCIe slot at Gamescon. Chris gives the lowdown on all the boards Asus will be showcasing at the show. But YouTube channel der8auer took a close look at the new mechanism. It looks at first glance like a PCIe graphics port and you can insert a graphics cards into it just like standard PCIe ports.

It does not have the release button of the previous PCIe-Q-Release solution. It relies on a new mechanism which automatically releases the graphics cards if you pull them from the bracketed ends with video out ports.

Nothing happens when you tug at the middle or far end of the graphics card. The system works, because the bracketed side of a graphics cards is normally secured with screws or clips to the PC chassis. The GPU will not move if the bracketed end is secured.

We haven't tried the new slot yet. We can't comment on the reliability and slickness of its operation. In theory, this looks like a perfect solution to an old, pernicious problem.

You can now add the graphics slot on your motherboard as one of the first world problems that has suddenly been made much better. This includes wheels for luggage and loops so you don't drop your ski gloves off the chairlift. Huzzah.