Nvidia's RTX 5090 Set to Feature 32GB VRAM and Significant Power Requirements
Nvidia's RTX 5090 Graphics Card Details
Nvidia is reportedly set to launch its upcoming GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card featuring a hefty 32GB of GDDR7 memory. According to hardware leaker Kopite7kimi, this new GPU will come with a staggering power requirement that is anticipated to change the landscape of high-performance gaming.
Power and Performance Specifications
- Power Requirements: The RTX 5090 is said to have a 600-watt power draw.
- CUDA Cores: It is expected to boast 21,760 CUDA cores.
- Memory Configuration: 32GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus.
VideoCardz notes that it remains unclear if the 600 watts pertains to the GPU board total draw or the chip’s solo consumption, but this marks a significant increase from the RTX 4090's 450 watts.
RTX 5080's Capabilities
- Power Draw: The RTX 5080 may operate at 400 watts.
- Memory: The RTX 5080 is reported to ship with 16GB of GDDR7 memory.
- CUDA Cores: This model is expected to include 10,752 CUDA cores.
Kopite7kimi has a solid reputation for predicting Nvidia’s hardware specs, having previously leaked information about various RTX cards. Although the specifications have surfaced, the exact launch date for these series has not yet been confirmed. Sources hint at potential announcements at CES 2025.
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