Anticipating the arrival of the RTX 50 Super as my next graphics card update, yet finding it's not a straightforward decision
The gaming community is buzzing with excitement about Nvidia's upcoming RTX 50-Series Super graphics cards, also known as the Super cards. These promising new additions are rumored to hit the market towards the end of 2025, around the holiday season [1][2].
The RTX 5080 Super, a potential successor to the base RTX 5080, is said to feature the same number of CUDA cores but a significantly improved memory interface [2]. According to unconfirmed reports, the RTX 5080 Super is rumored to boast 24GB of VRAM clocked at 32Gbps [2].
The RTX 5070 Ti Super and RTX 5070 Super are also expected to join the lineup. The former is rumored to retain the same core count, while the latter might see a slight 4% increase [2]. Both models are said to have significant memory upgrades, with the RTX 5070 Ti Super potentially offering 24GB of VRAM and the RTX 5070 Super potentially boasting 18GB [2].
Every GPU in the RTX 50 Super series is rumored to have an increase in power draw, ranging between 25 and 55 watts [2]. It's also speculated that these cards will launch with more robust memory interfaces for improved performance.
However, the exact prices for these Super cards have not been officially confirmed. Given the enhancements like increased VRAM and power, they are likely to be similar to or slightly above the current RTX 50-series pricing [2]. The original RTX 50-series MSRP ranges from about $249 for the RTX 5050 up to $1,999 for the RTX 5090 [2].
Current market conditions are impacting GPU pricing significantly. Nvidia has recently cut some RTX 50-series prices in Europe by nearly 10%, influenced by a weakening U.S. dollar [3][4]. Despite these price cuts, many RTX 50-series GPUs still sell above MSRP due to tariffs and supply chain challenges [3][4]. U.S. tariffs—and potential hikes to 100% or even 300% on semiconductors—could raise costs if chips or parts are imported, possibly offsetting the benefit of price cuts [3][4].
The end of the year is a popular time for AAA game launches, and many PC gamers are in need of increased VRAM in their graphics cards. However, finding GPUs selling at the recommended list price (MSRP) can be challenging due to the current market conditions [3].
It's important to note that there is no official confirmation from Nvidia about the existence of the RTX 50-series refresh [1]. TweakTown claims that the RTX 50 Super series might launch in time for the holiday season in 2025 [1], but this remains unconfirmed.
In the meantime, it's advisable to keep an eye on retailers for GPUs close to the MSRP and buy them if found. As always, it's crucial to consider current supply and market trends before waiting for the Super variants [1][2][3][4].
[1] VideoCardz, RTX 50-Series Super Rumours: RTX 5080 Super, RTX 5070 Super, and More
[2] Wccftech, Nvidia RTX 5080 Super and RTX 5070 Super Rumored to Launch in Q4 2025
[3] Tom's Hardware, Nvidia Cuts RTX 50-Series Prices in Europe by Nearly 10%
[4] PC Gamer, Nvidia's RTX 5070 Ti Hits MSRP in the US
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