GeForce RTX 5080
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The MSI Codex Z2C RTX 5070 Prebuilt Gaming PC Drops to $1399 and Includes an Upcoming PC Game
The MSI Codex Z2C prebuilt gaming PC, featuring an RTX 5070, has dropped to $1399 and includes an upcoming PC game. This configuration is an excellent option for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with capabilities extending to 4K resolution.
Serial numbers on RTX Founders Edition graphics cards, including PC Gamer's very own, are fading and apparently it's causing a problem with RMA requests
Nvidia Founders Edition graphics cards, including the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, are experiencing issues with fading serial numbers. This fading is reportedly causing problems with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests, as customers struggle to verify product authenticity and warranty status. The issue appears to affect multiple models and has been confirmed by users and PC Gamer's own hardware.
Nvidia RTX 5090 listings touch $6,000, as official retailers remain out of stock
Nvidia's flagship GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card is experiencing extreme price inflation, with third-party listings reaching over $6,000, far exceeding its original $1,999 MSRP. Official retailers remain largely out of stock, while the high demand is partly attributed to its use in AI applications. This pricing crisis continues despite older GPUs like the RTX 3060 remaining sufficient for many gamers.
The GeForce RTX 5090 isn't a "gaming GPU" if AI companies are buying them by the pallet
The author argues that the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 is no longer a gaming GPU due to AI companies purchasing them in large quantities for data centers, driving up prices beyond what most gamers can afford. This trend, exacerbated by the lack of AI-specific deterrents like those seen with crypto mining, suggests Nvidia's focus has shifted from gaming to AI and high-performance computing.
'Where is Nvidia? Call Nvidia, guys': Meltgate be damned, modders discover RTX 5090 can use 8-pin connectors…
Modders have successfully adapted a GeForce RTX 5090 to use standard 8-pin power connectors instead of the newer 12V-2x6 standard, which has been associated with melting issues on the RTX 4090. The modded RTX 5090 demonstrated stable performance and cooler temperatures than the 12VHPWR connector, even when pushed beyond its rated specifications, leading to calls for Nvidia to reconsider its power connector choices.
New RTX 5070 variant could help bolster GPU supply but it surely won't help prices
Nvidia is reportedly planning a new variant of the GeForce RTX 5070 using a cut-down GB203 GPU, aiming to improve graphics card supply. However, this change is unlikely to lower prices, with the card expected to continue retailing around $800, far above its MSRP. This move follows a pattern of Nvidia using larger chips for lower-tier cards without performance gains.
Once again, it is genuinely cheaper for me to fly to PAX West and track down Nvidia's 'GeForce Evangelist' rather than buy the RTX 5090 anywhere else
The article criticizes Nvidia's pricing and availability strategy for its new GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards, particularly the RTX 5090. The author highlights the absurdity of it being cheaper to travel to an event like PAX West to purchase a card at MSRP than to buy it through other channels, due to inflated secondary market prices. Nvidia's focus on AI profits over gaming is also noted as a factor in this situation.
Steam's most popular GPU is still the Nvidia RTX 3060, as prices prevent many gamers from upgrading
The Nvidia RTX 3060 remains the most popular graphics card among Steam users, indicating a trend of PC gamers holding onto older hardware due to persistently high GPU prices. Despite some users opting for newer Nvidia RTX 50 series cards, price increases of up to 40% this summer are preventing widespread upgrades.
Acer's laptop shows what happens when a beautiful chassis is too much of a compromise
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI laptop features a stunning OLED display and a beautiful chassis, but its performance is significantly hampered by inadequate cooling. Despite having an Nvidia RTX 5080 GPU, the system struggles in demanding games, performing closer to an RTX 5070 due to thermal throttling. The laptop also suffers from slow SSD speeds and poor battery life, making it a compromise between form and function.
We've been tracking graphics card prices for exactly one year and it's never been worse than this
A year-long tracking of graphics card prices reveals a volatile market, with significant price increases for Nvidia's RTX 50-series, particularly the RTX 5090 and RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB. While AMD's RDNA 4 cards remain more reasonably priced, the overall trend suggests a challenging landscape for PC gamers seeking affordable components. The article advises against purchasing Nvidia GPUs with more than 8 GB of VRAM due to inflated prices.
The RTX 5070 is creeping ever closer to $1,000, and the mid-range PC gamer in me is in mourning
The average price for Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card has risen to approximately $900, a significant increase from its original MSRP and even its previous inflated price. This trend indicates a broader issue in the GPU market where mid-range cards are becoming as expensive as former high-end models, impacting PC gamers. While AMD cards also see price increases, they remain more accessible in the mid-range segment.
Nvidia’s Coming Price Bump Won’t Spare the Mid-Range — Every Card Is on the Table
Nvidia is reportedly planning a significant price increase of up to 30% across its entire GPU lineup, including mid-range cards like the GeForce RTX 5070, due to a 20% rise in DRAM chip prices from supplier Samsung. This follows earlier price hikes on high-end cards and impacts the affordability of building new PCs, with concerns also raised by Valve and Microsoft about deepening RAM shortages.
PNY's Slimline RTX 5080 might be the best version of this graphics card for versatile PC building, and making good on those FE promises
The PNY GeForce RTX 5080 Slim offers excellent performance and compatibility for PC builders seeking a high-end graphics card in a more compact form factor. Despite its smaller size, it matches the performance of larger RTX 5080 models and maintains good thermal management, making it a versatile option for 4K gaming without compromising frame rates.
Super variants of the RTX 5080, RTX 5070 Ti, and RTX 5070 have cropped up in Seasonic's PSU calculator, suggesting…
Seasonic's PSU calculator has listed potential 'Super' variants of Nvidia's RTX 50 series, including the RTX 5080 Super, RTX 5070 Ti Super, and RTX 5070 Super. These listings suggest increased power draw compared to their non-Super counterparts, fueling speculation about an upcoming refresh despite Nvidia's silence on the matter.
This China-only RTX 4080 GPU combines laptop silicon with desktop hardware, and draws a fraction of the power of a more…
A unique China-only graphics card, dubbed the RTX 4080M, combines laptop GPU silicon with a desktop PCIe board, drawing significantly less power than a traditional RTX 4080. While not an official Nvidia product and lacking driver support, it offers competitive performance for its price point in China, comparable to the RTX 4060 Ti and RX 7070 GRE. The article suggests that for most builders, newer, more performant cards are a better choice unless building a small form factor ITX system.
New production runs of Nvidia's much-loved RTX 3060 finally hit the shelves in Europe, but the price just…
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB graphics card has seen new production runs and is available in Europe, but at a price point that makes it uncompetitive with newer generation cards like the RTX 4060 and RTX 5060 series. Despite offering more VRAM, the older architecture and higher cost make it a poor value proposition for PC gamers.
Nvidia GPUs can't stop finding new things to melt
High-end Nvidia GPUs, including the RTX 4090, RTX 5090, and RTX 5080, continue to experience issues with melting power connectors, even with revised designs and specialized adapters like the Corsair PCIe 5.0 12V-2×6. This ongoing problem, also affecting some AMD cards, is largely attributed to uneven power delivery through the conductors, leading to excessive heat buildup. While Nvidia and Corsair have initiated RMA processes for affected users, the fundamental issue with the 12VHPWR connector standard persists.
Tech leaker claims that the RTX 50 Super refresh is still on, despite the RAMpocalypse, and it'll be joined by a 12…
Despite previous rumors of cancellation due to the 'RAMpocalypse,' a tech leaker suggests Nvidia is still planning a Super refresh for its RTX 50-series graphics cards. This refresh is expected to include models like the RTX 5060 with 12GB of VRAM, potentially utilizing GDDR7 memory modules to increase capacity.
The excess of Computex feels a little more tone deaf than usual this year, as the pricing elephant in the room becomes…
This article discusses the perceived disconnect between the extravagant, high-priced products showcased at Computex and the current economic realities facing the PC gaming hardware market. While acknowledging the appeal of luxury items, the author highlights rising prices due to supply chain issues and other factors, contrasting them with more affordable, practical options available to consumers.
Galax shows off 'next generation' GPU concept with actual Swarovski crystals in it, and I fear it may not have got the memo on the state of the market in 2026
Galax showcased a concept for a next-generation graphics card at Computex, featuring Swarovski crystals for a unique aesthetic. The prototype, potentially an RTX 6090 or an RTX 50-series Super variant, also boasts a custom PCB, quad-fan cooling, and new HOF AI software. The article notes the extravagance of the design in the current market, especially with the impact of AI on component supply.
