Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5090: A Deep Dive into Leaked Specs and Expected Performance
Nvidia is poised to unveil its next-generation graphics card lineup, the RTX 50 series (codenamed Blackwell), at CES 2025. Early leaks suggest the flagship RTX 5090 will be a powerhouse, but at a significant cost.
Key features anticipated for the RTX 5090 include:
- Massive Memory: A substantial 32GB of GDDR7 video memory – double that of the projected RTX 5080 and 5070 Ti.
- High Power Consumption: A demanding 575W power draw, significantly higher than the RTX 4090's 450W.
- Advanced Features: Leveraging Nvidia's Tensor Cores for AI processing, DLSS upscaling, ray tracing, and PCIe 5.0 support (on compatible motherboards).
These specifications were initially hinted at by Inno3D, an Nvidia AIB partner, showcasing their iChill X3 RTX 5090 – a triple-fan card occupying over three expansion slots. The packaging confirmed the 32GB GDDR7 memory and the hefty 575W power requirement.
The RTX 50 series will replace the RTX 40 series (some models of which, like the RTX 4090D and RTX 4070, have been discontinued). This new generation will directly compete with AMD's Radeon RX 9000 series and Intel's Battlemage GPUs.
While the RTX 5090's performance is expected to be impressive, the high power consumption necessitates a high-capacity power supply. Furthermore, a price tag exceeding $1999 is anticipated, although Nvidia has yet to officially confirm pricing. The RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti will also be revealed alongside the 5090 during Nvidia's CES keynote. The RTX 50 series will utilize a 16-pin power connector, with adapters provided by Nvidia and its partners.
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