Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5090: A Deep Dive into Leaked Specs and Expected Performance
Rumors swirling around Nvidia's upcoming RTX 5090 graphics card point to a powerhouse boasting impressive specifications. Sources suggest a whopping 32GB of GDDR7 video memory—double that of the anticipated RTX 5080 and 5070 Ti. However, this performance comes at a cost: a substantial 575W power draw. The official unveiling of the entire RTX 50 series, including the RTX 5090, is slated for Nvidia's CES 2025 keynote on January 6th.
The RTX 50 series, codenamed Blackwell, represents Nvidia's next-generation leap in graphics card technology, arriving over two years after the RTX 40 series launch. Building upon its predecessor, the new lineup will leverage proprietary Tensor Cores for AI processing, alongside features like DLSS upscaling, ray tracing, and PCIe 5.0 support (on compatible motherboards). This launch follows the discontinuation of certain RTX 40 series models, like the RTX 4090D and RTX 4070, paving the way for the Blackwell generation to compete against AMD's Radeon RX 9000 series and Intel's Battlemage GPUs.
Pre-CES leaks, initially reported by VideoCardz, showcased Inno3D's iChill X3 RTX 5090. Images of this triple-fan card, occupying over three expansion slots, corroborate the 32GB GDDR7 memory claim. The packaging further confirmed the hefty 575W power requirement, a significant jump from the RTX 4090's 450W.
The Nvidia RTX 5090: High Memory, High Power, High Price?
Key features of the RTX 5090, as per Inno3D's leak, include:
- 32GB GDDR7 Memory: Twice the anticipated memory of the RTX 5080 and 5070 Ti.
- 575W Power Draw: Demanding a high-capacity power supply.
- Official Reveal: January 6th, at Nvidia's CES keynote.
The RTX 50 series will utilize a 16-pin power connector, though adapters will be provided. While the RTX 5090's specs are undeniably impressive, the expected price tag is equally daunting. Estimates suggest an MSRP starting at $1999 or higher.
The remaining RTX 50 series cards (RTX 5080 and 5070 Ti) will be unveiled alongside the RTX 5090 during Nvidia's CES presentation. The consumer response to this new generation remains to be seen.
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