NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090: Rumors and Speculations

As the year winds down, rumors are intensifying around NVIDIA's highly anticipated GeForce RTX 5090 GPU. Industry insiders are divided on the release date, with some sources suggesting a launch just in time for Christmas, while other reports point to a formal announcement at CES 2025 in the new year.

NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang will be hosting the keynote at CES on January 6th, 2025 – which could be the perfect opportunity to launch the full trio of GPUs in the 50-series lineup: the RTX 5090, 5080, and 5070. But it's also possible that the 5090 itself will debut in time for last-minute holiday shopping.

The exact timing of the RTX 5090 release may be uncertain, but one thing is clear: NVIDIA's next flagship GPU is poised to redefine performance. Let's take a quick look at the speculation around this next-gen graphics powerhouse and its companions in the new lineup!

NVIDIA RTX 5090: Power, Redefined

As we explored in a previous blog post, the flagship consumer-grade RTX 5090 is set to dethrone its predecessor, the RTX 4090, with some truly remarkable upgrades. Here's what the various leaks and rumors suggest:

• Built on the cutting-edge Blackwell architecture, leaving Ada Lovelace behind
• 32GB of next-gen GDDR7 memory, setting a new standard
• 512-bit memory bus (compared to the 4090's 384-bit)
• 21,760 CUDA cores, providing incredible horsepower for heavy workloads
• Base clock speed of ~2900 MHz, with potential boost clock speeds exceeding 3 GHz
• Features the new GB202 gaming chip
• Powered by a single 12VHPWR connector
• 600W power consumption

The RTX 5090's little siblings in the 50 series are expected to pack a punch as well, balancing performance and cost for those who may want to upgrade without breaking the bank.

NVIDIA RTX 5080 & 5070: Cost-effective Alternatives

The RTX 5080 will likely be an excellent option for anyone needing a high-performance GPU without going all-in on the 5090. In fact, it reportedly could be even more powerful than initially expected. Rumors suggest it will feature a 32Gbps memory speed – instead of the previously reported 28Gbps – and a maximum bandwidth of 1024GB/s rather than 896GB/s.

If these specs turn out to be true, then the RTX 5080 could outperform the RTX 4090 while also being more power-efficient, making it an exciting contender for high-performance users. To round out the rumored details, the 5080 will reportedly feature a 256-bit memory bus with 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM, around 10,000 CUDA cores, and 400W power consumption.

Finally, the RTX 5070 will serve as a mid-range option without the extreme capabilities of the 5090 or 5080. It's rumored to offer a 192-bit memory bus with 12GB of GDDR7 VRAM (to the consternation of some who feel 12GB is surprisingly low), around 6,400 CUDA cores, plus 250W power consumption.

With all three cards – the RTX 5090, 5080, and 5070 – likely being powered by a single 12VHPWR connector, built on the latest Blackwell architecture, and delivering everything from outstanding 4K resolution to potentially next-gen DLSS 4, these GPUs are expected to deliver the kind of leap in performance that will cater to a wide range of needs.

Comparing the Rumored Specs: RTX 5090, 5080, and 5070

For easy reference, here's a side-by-side comparison of the rumored specifications for the entire 50-series lineup.

Note: All specifications mentioned are based on current rumors and reports. Final specifications may vary upon release.

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