Recent rumors about the discontinuation of NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 5090 and the rest of the RTX 50 series have proven to be unfounded. Despite false claims, the production and availability of these GPUs remain steady, ensuring gamers and AI enthusiasts can keep enjoying the powerful performance they offer.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090: Performance and Popularity
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is renowned for being the fastest gaming graphics card available. Boasting over 21K cores, 32 GB of fast GDDR7 memory, and the latest Blackwell architecture, it supports DLSS MFG and a suite of AI technologies. It’s a top choice not only for gamers but also for the AI segment, where it competes favorably with more expensive models like the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell solution. While the RTX 5090 is priced above $2000, it remains significantly cheaper than the PRO 6000, providing a cost-effective alternative with excellent specs.
Despite its popularity, rumors have circulated about its potential discontinuation. Similar claims have been made in the past but were quickly debunked when no “SUPER” refresh appeared in October. Reports about discontinuation of other RTX 50 series models, like the RTX 5080, 5070, and 5060, were equally false, as these cards are still listed on NVIDIA’s official marketplace:
NVIDIA’s Response and Current Market Trends
Contrary to rumors, NVIDIA has confirmed that the production of the RTX 5090 and the entire RTX 50 series remains stable, and these cards are widely available at major retailers. Although the RTX 5090 Founders Edition isn’t currently listed, it is a limited edition product, often going out of stock due to high demand but returning once restocked. NVIDIA has reassured that there’s no plan to halt the production of these GPUs.
The demand for the RTX 5090 remains robust, occasionally outpacing production capacities, leading to temporary stock shortages. As of now, the pricing for these cards is slightly above MSRP, with PCPartPicker reporting an average of around $3000, down from previous highs of $3500, indicating a strong market interest and adjusting supply dynamics.
