Nvidia has officially announced its GeForce RTX 50-series GPUs, introducing the RTX 5090, RTX 5080, RTX 5070 Ti, and RTX 5070 models. Releas...
Nvidia has officially announced its GeForce RTX 50-series GPUs, introducing the RTX 5090, RTX 5080, RTX 5070 Ti, and RTX 5070 models.
Release Dates and Pricing:
RTX 5090: Priced at $1,999, available starting January 30, 2025.
RTX 5080: Priced at $999, also available from January 30, 2025.
RTX 5070 Ti: Priced at $749, with availability in February 2025.
RTX 5070: Priced at $549, also expected in February 2025.
Key Features:
Architecture: All models are built on Nvidia's new Blackwell architecture, offering significant performance improvements over the previous generation.
Memory:
RTX 5090: 32GB of GDDR7 memory.
RTX 5080: 16GB of GDDR7 memory.
RTX 5070 Ti: 16GB of GDDR7 memory.
RTX 5070: 12GB of GDDR7 memory.
Performance:
The RTX 5090 boasts 21,760 CUDA cores and is claimed to be twice as fast as the RTX 4090, with a total graphics power of 575 watts.
The RTX 5080 features 10,752 CUDA cores, aiming to deliver double the performance of the RTX 4080, with a total graphics power of 360 watts.
Design: The new Founders Edition design includes two double flow-through fans and a 3D vapor chamber. Notably, the RTX 5090 is a two-slot GPU, making it suitable for small form factor PCs.
Connectivity: All RTX 50-series cards support PCIe Gen 5 and include DisplayPort 2.1b connectors, enabling support for displays up to 8K at 165Hz.
DLSS 4 Technology:
Nvidia introduces DLSS 4 with this series, enhancing performance and image quality by generating multiple frames per traditional frame using AI. This advancement can significantly boost frame rates and visual fidelity in supported games.
RTX 50-Series Laptops:
Nvidia is extending the 50-series GPUs to laptops, with models featuring up to the RTX 5090 laptop GPU, which includes 24GB of GDDR7 memory. These laptops are expected to be available starting in March 2025.
This new lineup represents a substantial leap in GPU technology, catering to both high-end enthusiasts and mainstream gamers seeking enhanced performance and efficiency.
