The wait is finally over. Starting at 6 a.m. PT on January 30, the first wave of Nvidia GeForce RTX 50-series graphics cards is available for preorder. Kicking things off are the two premium GPUs in the lineup: the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080. The mid-range options, RTX 5070 and 5070 Ti, will follow in February.

Be prepared for potential scarcity—launch-day stock could vanish within hours, if not minutes. Retailers have already warned about limited inventories, and recent Nvidia GPU launches have seen bots snapping up large quantities of GPUs to resell at inflated prices. If you're ready to act and manage to find one in stock, don't hesitate. Alternatively, consider prebuilt PCs featuring the RTX 5090, which might remain in stock longer, albeit at higher price points.

Preorder Links for Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 and 5080 GPUs

Best Buy

Preorder at Best Buy

Newegg

Preorder at Newegg

Nvidia Store

Preorder at Nvidia Store

Amazon

Preorder on Amazon

Adorama

Preorder at Adorama

B&H Photo

Preorder at B&H Photo

Micro Center (In-Store)

Pick Up at Micro Center

Pricing for the New Nvidia RTX 50-Series GPUs

Nvidia has revealed the prices for all four confirmed models, although only the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 are launching in January:

• RTX 5090 - $1,999
• RTX 5080 - $999
• RTX 5070 Ti - $749
• RTX 5070 - $549

Where to Preorder Your RTX 5090 or RTX 5080 GPU?

Each retailer listed above carries various RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 graphics cards, but it’s impossible to know how many units each has available. To maximize your chances of securing one on launch day, check all retailers and purchase the first card that lets you complete the checkout process. Expect intense competition—thousands of others will be racing to buy the same GPUs.

Here’s a breakdown of the best places to preorder:

Best Buy

Based on previous Nvidia GPU launches, Best Buy is likely your best option for purchasing an RTX 5090 or RTX 5080, especially the Founder's Edition. Currently, only FE and Gigabyte cards are listed, but expect more models from Asus, MSI, and Zotac to appear soon. Best Buy’s availability depends on your location—if you’re in a low-demand area, you’ll have a better shot here than elsewhere. Preorders typically ship or are available for in-store pickup quickly.

Newegg

Newegg offers the widest selection of third-party AIB 5090 and 5080 GPUs, including models from Asus, MSI, Gigabyte, and Zotac. There are currently 43 models listed, though stock levels vary. Newegg is an authorized reseller, so direct purchases come with full manufacturer warranties. Even if standalone cards are sold out, Newegg offers bundle kits with motherboards, CPUs, RAM, or power supplies. If you’re building a PC, this might work to your advantage.

Nvidia Store

The Nvidia Store seems like the ideal starting point for securing a RTX 5090 or RTX 5080, but due to high demand for the Founder's Edition, stock is rarely available. However, loyal Nvidia customers might receive special invitations, similar to the RTX 40-series rollout.

Amazon

Amazon is a one-stop shop for nearly everything, including GPUs. However, searching manually is challenging due to marketplace postings from third-party sellers inflating prices. Always verify that the vendor is Amazon direct to avoid scams.

Adorama

Adorama offers AIB RTX 5090 and 5080 GPUs along with prebuilt gaming PCs. While Adorama has a more relaxed preorder queue compared to others, shipments can take months. Keep an eye on other retailers for faster delivery.

B&H Photo

B&H Photo lists 17 RTX 5090 GPUs and 21 RTX 5080 GPUs. Similar to Adorama, preorders may take a long time to ship. Even after securing one, check other retailers for quicker delivery.

Micro Center (In-Store)

If you live nearby, Micro Center is your best bet for securing an RTX 5090 or 5080 on launch day. Micro Center prioritizes in-store sales, so arriving early is essential.

Performance and Value

The RTX 50 series GPUs were unveiled at CES 2025, emphasizing AI features over traditional raster performance. DLSS 4 reportedly quadruples frame rates with minimal visual trade-offs. While the RTX 5090 outperforms the RTX 4090, the improvement isn’t as dramatic as previous generations. Non-AI gaming sees a modest boost, but DLSS 4 delivers significant gains in compatible titles.

In our review, Jackie Thomas noted that the RTX 5090 “officially surpasses the RTX 4090 but with less impact than earlier generations. Traditional gaming sees a small uplift, while DLSS 4 provides massive gains.” Similarly, the RTX 5080 offers noticeable improvements for users with older GPUs but less appeal for those with recent high-end cards.

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