Nearly two years after Nvidia unveiled the RTX 4090, the graphics card giant appears to be laying the groundwork for its next flagship GPU. Despite its hefty price tag, power demands, and connector issues, the RTX 4090 has maintained its position as the premier gaming graphics card. However, its reign may soon come to an end.
RTX 4090 Production Halt?
According to reports from the Board Channel forum, as shared by Wccftech, Nvidia is reportedly planning to discontinue production of the China-exclusive RTX 4090 and RTX 4090D cards. This change is expected to take effect next month, potentially leading to limited availability and significant price increases for these models.
Enter the RTX 5090
In place of the outgoing models, consumers may soon see the introduction of the GeForce RTX 5090 and GeForce RTX 5090D. While official confirmation is lacking, rumors suggest these new cards could debut in the coming months.
Anticipated Specifications
When Nvidia launched the RTX 4090, they boasted performance twice that of the RTX 3090 Ti. For the RTX 5090, early reports hint at even more impressive specs:
- 28 GB of GDDR7 memory
- 600W power consumption
Nvidia’s goal remains clear: to offer gamers the fastest graphics processor available.
A More Accessible Option
For those finding the RTX 5090’s expected price point too steep, Nvidia is likely to introduce a more budget-friendly RTX 5080 card alongside its top-tier offering.
Looking Ahead
While these details remain unofficial and should be treated with caution, more concrete information about Nvidia’s next generation of graphics cards is expected to surface in the months ahead. As always in the fast-paced world of GPU technology, patience is key for those eager to upgrade their gaming rigs.
