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By the FlowUP team, gaming PC builder in Genappe (Belgium) · Updated 29 September 2026
In short: NVIDIA’s RTX 5000 series (RTX 50), Blackwell architecture, was announced at CES on 6 January 2025. The RTX 5090 and 5080 launched on 30 January 2025, followed by the RTX 5070 Ti (20 February), 5070 (5 March), 5060 Ti (16 April), 5060 (19 May) and 5050 (1 July 2025). US launch prices: from $249 (RTX 5050) to $1,999 (RTX 5090). Their big new feature is DLSS 4’s Multi Frame Generation, which can generate up to three images per calculated frame, six with DLSS 4.5 since March 2026. The RTX 50 Super models were never announced.
RTX 5000: the key things to know
Before launch, rumours claimed that the RTX 50 would be made using 3nm chips by the end of 2024. The reality is a bit different: the mainstream Blackwell chips are manufactured in TSMC 4N, a variant of 5nm, and the lineup arrived between January and July 2025. The whole range moves to GDDR7 memory, except the RTX 5050, which stayed with GDDR6.
Raw performance gains vary by model: in Tom’s Hardware’s ranking, the RTX 5070 is about 24% faster than an RTX 4070 in 1440p. The biggest change is software: multi-frame generation, reserved for this generation.
An RTX 5070 installed in a gaming PC.
The full RTX 5000 range: dates, prices and specs
| Card | Release | Launch price (US) | CUDA cores | Memory | Power consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 30 January 2025 | $1,999 | 21,760 | 32 GB GDDR7, 512-bit | 575 W |
| RTX 5080 | 30 January 2025 | $999 | 10,752 | 16 GB GDDR7, 256-bit | 360 W |
| RTX 5070 Ti | 20 February 2025 | $749 | 8,960 | 16 GB GDDR7, 256-bit | 300 W |
| RTX 5070 | 5 March 2025 | $549 | 6,144 | 12 GB GDDR7, 192-bit | 250 W |
| RTX 5060 Ti | 16 April 2025 | $379 (8GB) / $429 (16GB) | 4,608 | 8 or 16 GB GDDR7, 128-bit | 180 W |
| RTX 5060 | 19 May 2025 | $299 | 3,840 | 8 GB GDDR7, 128-bit | 145 W |
| RTX 5050 | 1 July 2025 | $249 | 2,560 | 8 GB GDDR6, 128-bit | 130 W |
Sources: NVIDIA, spec sheets and launch announcements; summary from Wikipedia (consulted on 29 September 2026). US launch prices excluding tax; prices in Europe are higher.
Two cards deserve a mention. The RTX 5060 Ti exists in 8 and 16 GB: for gaming in 2026, the 16GB version is the only one worth recommending. And the RTX 5070 Ti uses the same chip and the 16 GB from the RTX 5080, which often makes it the most balanced card in the lineup for demanding 1440p. We’ve covered it in RTX 5070 Ti: is 16GB of VRAM enough?.
How do they perform in games?
The RTX 5070 Ti and its big rival, the Radeon RX 9070 XT.
| Card | 1440p Ultra FPS (no ray tracing) | 1440p FPS with ray tracing |
|---|---|---|
| RTX 5070 Ti | 116.8 | 66.2 |
| RX 9070 XT | 116.5 | 55.5 |
| RTX 5070 | 96.4 | 51.5 |
| RTX 4070 | 77.8 | 38.6 |
| RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | 73.4 | 38.9 |
| RX 9060 XT 16GB | 67.3 | 31.0 |
| RTX 5060 | 59.8 | 24.6 |
Source: Tom’s Hardware, graphics card hierarchy, updated 24 June 2026 (averages across their suite of games).
What stands out: without ray tracing, the RTX 5070 Ti and the RX 9070 XT are evenly matched. With ray tracing, the RTX 50 series takes the lead. And the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB lands at the level of an RTX 4070. For the full head-to-head between the two brands, read AMD vs NVIDIA in 2026, and for the RTX 5070 in detail our review of the RTX 5070.
Mathis and Gauthier revisited the RTX 5070 Ti in a video:
Mathis and Gauthier, “The problem with the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti”.
DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation: the real new feature
DLSS 4 brings Multi Frame Generation: the card can generate up to three intermediate frames for each frame that is actually rendered (4x mode). Since 31 March 2026, DLSS 4.5 scales up to six times, still reserved for RTX 50. And since 3 September 2026, the RTX 50 are also the only ones to benefit from DLSS 5, a neural rendering of lighting and materials introduced in NBA 2K27. The RTX 40 keep single-frame generation and benefit from the new upscaling model.
Use it wisely: the generated images make the display feel smoother, but they don’t improve responsiveness, and latency increases. It’s ideal for a single-player game that’s already around 60 FPS on a high-refresh display, but far less suitable for competitive FPS. All the details in DLSS 4.5 vs FSR Redstone.
The entire RTX 50 lineup moves to GDDR7, except the RTX 5050.
And the RTX 50 Super models?
NVIDIA has never announced an RTX 50 Super. According to industry sources reported in early 2026, they would have been postponed without a date, in a context of a memory shortage. The next generation is not expected before 2027 at the earliest, based on rumours. In other words, the current lineup will remain the reference for a while yet. If you’re hesitating about whether to wait, read what is the best time to buy a gaming PC.
We’re following this file in detail, leak by leak, in RTX 50 Super: where are we now, and should you wait?
Which RTX 5000 should you choose?
| Your use case | Recommended card | To plan for |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p, high settings | RTX 5060 | RTX 5060 Ti 16GB for extra headroom |
| Very high refresh rate in 1080p or 1440p | RTX 5060 Ti 16GB or RTX 5070 | Solid processor for competitive play |
| Demanding 1440p, ray tracing | RTX 5070 Ti | Quality power supply, 750 W recommended by NVIDIA |
| 4K | RTX 5080 or RTX 5090 | Cooling and a well-ventilated case |
For the power supply, the case and the compatible motherboard, everything is covered in RTX 5000: what power supply, what case, and what motherboard?.
Our gaming PCs equipped with RTX 5000
Banger PC, GeForce RTX 5060
An RTX 5060 to play in 1080p with high settings, and DLSS 4 to go even further.
Swift PC, GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
The RTX 5060 Ti in a 16GB version, the right choice for demanding 1080p and 1440p.
Rivals PC, GeForce RTX 5070
RTX 5070, Ryzen 7 9800X3D and 32GB of DDR5: built for 1440p and high FPS in competitive play.
FAQ: the RTX 5000 series
What is the release date of the RTX 5000?
The RTX 5090 and 5080 launched on 30 January 2025, the RTX 5070 Ti on 20 February, the RTX 5070 on 5 March, the RTX 5060 Ti on 16 April, the RTX 5060 on 19 May, and the RTX 5050 on 1 July 2025.
What is the price of the RTX 5000?
In the US at launch: $249 for the RTX 5050, $299 for the 5060, $379 and $429 for the 5060 Ti 8 and 16GB, $549 for the 5070, $749 for the 5070 Ti, $999 for the 5080 and $1,999 for the 5090. European prices are higher, and the 2026 memory shortage weighs on the pricing.
Are the RTX 5000 made using 3nm?
No. Contrary to 2024 rumours, the consumer Blackwell chips are made by TSMC in 4N, a variant of 5nm.
What is Multi Frame Generation?
A DLSS 4 feature reserved for RTX 50: the card generates up to three intermediate frames per calculated frame, up to five with DLSS 4.5 (6x mode). It improves smoothness, not responsiveness.
Will the RTX 50 Super be released?
They’ve never been announced by NVIDIA and would be postponed without a set date, according to industry sources quoted in early 2026.
