NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 50 Series ushers in a new generation of gaming and creator performance, powered by the company’s latest Blackwell architecture. With upgraded ray tracing cores, next-gen Tensor Cores, and faster GDDR7 memory, the RTX 5090, RTX 5080, and RTX 5070 target enthusiasts across 4K, 1440p, and high-refresh gaming segments.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the key specifications for each GPU.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Specifications
| Specification | RTX 5090 | RTX 5080 | RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 4N (Enhanced) | TSMC 4N (Enhanced) | TSMC 4N (Enhanced) |
| CUDA Cores | 24,576 | 16,384 | 10,240 |
| RT Cores | 4th Gen | 4th Gen | 4th Gen |
| Tensor Cores | 5th Gen | 5th Gen | 5th Gen |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.3 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz | 2.8 GHz | 2.7 GHz |
| Memory | 32GB GDDR7 | 16GB GDDR7 | 12GB GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 512-bit | 256-bit | 192-bit |
| Memory Bandwidth | 1.8 TB/s | 1.0 TB/s | 720 GB/s |
| L2 Cache | 128MB | 96MB | 64MB |
| Total Board Power (TBP) | 450W | 320W | 250W |
| PCIe Interface | PCIe 5.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| Display Outputs | DP 2.1, HDMI 2.1 | DP 2.1, HDMI 2.1 | DP 2.1, HDMI 2.1 |
| MSRP (Launch) | $1,599 | $999 | $599 |
Performance Overview
RTX 5090
The RTX 5090 is positioned as the flagship GPU for extreme 4K and 8K gaming. With a massive 512-bit memory bus and 32GB of GDDR7 memory, it’s designed for high-resolution gaming, advanced ray tracing, and demanding AI workloads. It’s also aimed at creators working with large 3D scenes, 8K video editing, and AI model training.
RTX 5080
The RTX 5080 targets premium 4K gaming with strong ray tracing performance at a more accessible price point. With 16GB of GDDR7 and a 256-bit bus, it offers a balanced combination of speed, efficiency, and value for enthusiasts.
RTX 5070
The RTX 5070 is designed for high-refresh 1440p gaming and entry-level 4K performance. Despite its lower core count, it retains the same architectural advantages, including DLSS 4 support and next-gen ray tracing improvements.
Key Features Across the RTX 50 Series
- DLSS 4 with AI Frame Generation
- Improved ray tracing acceleration
- Enhanced AI compute for creative and productivity workloads
- PCIe 5.0 support
- DisplayPort 2.1 for high-refresh 4K and 8K monitors
- Better performance-per-watt efficiency compared to the RTX 40 Series
Final Thoughts
The RTX 5090, 5080, and 5070 each serve distinct segments of the gaming and professional market, offering scaled performance based on budget and workload needs. With GDDR7 memory and AI-driven enhancements, the RTX 50 Series represents a substantial step forward in graphics technology.
As always, real-world performance will vary depending on cooling solutions, board partner designs, and system configuration. Independent benchmarks will provide a clearer picture of how these GPUs stack up in everyday use.
