Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5090: A Beast of a Card, But at a Price

Leaked specifications suggest Nvidia's upcoming GeForce RTX 5090 will be a powerhouse. Key features include a massive 32GB of GDDR7 video memory—double that of the anticipated RTX 5080 and 5070 Ti—and a substantial 575W power draw. This high-end GPU, codenamed Blackwell, will be officially unveiled at CES 2025 on January 6th.

The RTX 50 series represents Nvidia's next-generation graphics cards, arriving over two years after the RTX 40 series launch. Building upon its predecessor, the new lineup will leverage Tensor Cores for AI processing, DLSS upscaling, ray tracing, and PCIe 5.0 support (on compatible motherboards). This generation will replace the RTX 40 series (some models of which, like the RTX 4090D and 4070, have already been discontinued). The RTX 50 series will directly compete with AMD's Radeon RX 9000 and Intel's Battlemage GPUs.

Pre-CES leaks, originating from VideoCardz and showcasing Inno3D's iChill X3 RTX 5090 (a triple-fan card), confirmed the 32GB GDDR7 memory and the hefty 575W power requirement. This power draw represents a significant increase compared to the RTX 4090's 450W.

The RTX 5090's impressive specifications will undoubtedly come at a premium. While Nvidia remains tight-lipped on pricing, rumors suggest an MSRP starting at $1999 or higher.

The entire RTX 50 series, including the RTX 5080 and 5070 Ti, will be revealed during Nvidia's CES keynote on January 6th. The new cards will utilize a 16-pin power connector, though adapters will be provided. The high-end nature of these cards suggests a significant impact on the market, and consumer response will be crucial.

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