Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090: 32GB GDDR7 Memory and 575W Power Draw

Leaked specifications suggest Nvidia's upcoming flagship graphics card, the RTX 5090, will pack a powerful punch. Sources indicate it will feature a massive 32GB of GDDR7 video memory—double that of the anticipated RTX 5080 and 5070 Ti. However, this performance comes at a cost: a significant 575W power draw. The official unveiling of the RTX 50 series, including the RTX 5090, is scheduled for Nvidia's CES 2025 keynote on January 6th.

The RTX 50 series, codenamed Blackwell, represents Nvidia's next-generation graphics card architecture, arriving more than two years after the RTX 40 series launch. Building upon its predecessor, the RTX 50 series will leverage Tensor Cores for AI processing, and incorporate features like DLSS upscaling, ray tracing, and PCIe 5.0 support (on compatible motherboards). This new lineup will replace the RTX 40 series (some models of which, such as the RTX 4090D and RTX 4070, have already been discontinued) and compete directly with AMD's Radeon RX 9000 series and Intel's Battlemage GPUs.

Early glimpses of the RTX 5090 have emerged prior to the official CES reveal. Inno3D, an Nvidia AIB partner, showcased its iChill X3 RTX 5090, a triple-fan card occupying over three expansion slots. Packaging for this model confirmed the 32GB GDDR7 memory and the substantial 575W power requirement, a considerable jump from the RTX 4090's 450W.

High-End Performance, High-End Price

The RTX 5090's impressive specifications will likely translate to a premium price tag. Industry speculation points to an MSRP starting at $1999 or higher. Nvidia has yet to confirm pricing.

The entire RTX 50 series, including the RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti, will be announced alongside the RTX 5090 at Nvidia's CES presentation. The RTX 50 series will utilize a 16-pin power connector, though adapters will be available.

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The launch of the RTX 50 series marks a significant moment for PC gaming, and the market response will be closely watched.