CES 2025: NVIDIA launches new RTX 5000 series of gaming GPUs starting at $549, RTX 5090 to cost $1,999

CES 2025 kicked off with a bang as NVIDIA revealed its much-anticipated RTX 50-series GPUs. These new graphics cards promise a mix of power, speed, and efficiency, raising the bar for PC gaming enthusiasts. Starting at $549 for the RTX 5070 and climbing to a hefty $1,999 for the flagship RTX 5090, the line-up is set to shake up the gaming hardware market. The RTX 5090 and 5080 are set to hit shelves on January 30, with the RTX 5070 Ti and 5070 following in February.

Boasting a redesigned Founders Edition look, the RTX 50-series packs some serious tech upgrades. These include GDDR7 memory, PCIe Gen 5 support, and DisplayPort 2.1b for 8K displays at 165Hz. NVIDIA claims the flagship RTX 5090 will deliver twice the performance of its predecessor, the RTX 4090, all while fitting into smaller PC cases.

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Massive gains and bigger specs for high-end GPUs

The RTX 5090 leads the charge with a jaw-dropping 32GB of GDDR7 memory, 21,760 CUDA cores, and a memory bandwidth of 1,792GB/sec. It’s powered by NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture and the latest DLSS 4 technology, allowing it to run games like Cyberpunk 2077 at an impressive 238fps with ray tracing enabled. However, all this power comes with a caveat: the RTX 5090 requires a 1,000-watt PSU, consuming up to 575 watts, a noticeable bump over its predecessor.

Not far behind, the RTX 5080 promises to double the speed of the RTX 4080. With 16GB of GDDR7 memory, 10,752 CUDA cores, and a 960GB/sec bandwidth, it’s primed for demanding games and high-resolution tasks. A recommended 850-watt PSU will keep it running smoothly, making it a tempting option for gamers who want cutting-edge performance without stretching their budgets to the 5090’s level.

Affordable Power: RTX 5070 Ti and 5070

For those looking for a balance of power and price, NVIDIA’s RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5070 offer compelling options. The RTX 5070 Ti features 16GB of GDDR7 memory, 8,960 CUDA cores, and a bandwidth of 896GB/sec, while the RTX 5070 includes 12GB of GDDR7, 6,144 CUDA cores, and a 672GB/sec bandwidth. NVIDIA claims these GPUs deliver twice the performance of their RTX 40-series counterparts, with the RTX 5070 expected to rival RTX 4090 performance, thanks to DLSS 4 enhancements.

With power requirements of 300 watts for the 5070 Ti and 250 watts for the 5070, these cards are more energy-efficient compared to their high-end siblings. Starting at $549, the RTX 5070 offers an enticing entry point for gamers eager to tap into next-gen technology.

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NVIDIA also announced that the RTX 50-series will extend to laptops, with models available from March 2025. The mobile GPUs will feature up to 24GB of GDDR7 memory, ensuring top-tier gaming and creative performance for laptops.

During the keynote, NVIDIA demonstrated the RTX 50-series’ AI capabilities, including DLSS 4, RTX Neural Shaders, and RTX Neural Faces. DLSS 4 introduces Multi Frame Generation, multiplying frame rates by up to eight times over traditional rendering, while improving image quality and reducing visual artefacts. Neural Shaders enhance game textures, and Neural Faces leverage generative AI to bring lifelike expressions to characters.

These innovations mark a significant leap forward, building on NVIDIA’s previous Ada Lovelace architecture. The RTX 50-series continues NVIDIA’s trend of blending advanced AI features with top-tier gaming hardware, setting the stage for a new era of gaming and creativity.

With these announcements, NVIDIA has once again positioned itself at the forefront of the gaming world, promising a future where speed, power, and innovation go hand in hand. Gaming enthusiasts can now start saving up to experience this next-gen leap.