Exciting news for the gaming and creative community in New Zealand! Computer Lounge is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 graphics cards will be released for ordering, starting January 31, 2025, at 3:00 AM NZT. These next-generation GPUs, built on NVIDIA's cutting-edge Blackwell architecture, promise to revolutionize your computing experience.
Available Brands
Release Schedule
- RTX 5090 and RTX 5080: Available for ordering on January 31, 2025, at 3:00 AM NZT.
- RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti: Release dates to be announced.
NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture: Next-Level Power
Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell, the GeForce RTX™ 50 Series GPUs are game-changers for both gamers and creators. With a massive boost in AI horsepower, the RTX 50 Series enables unmatched graphics fidelity, next-level performance, and revolutionary new experiences.
- Fifth-Gen Tensor Cores: Deliver max AI performance with FP4 and DLSS 4.
- New Streaming Multiprocessors: Optimized for neural shaders.
- Fourth-Gen Ray Tracing Cores: Built for Mega Geometry, offering groundbreaking realism in ray-traced visuals.
Key Features of NVIDIA RTX 50 Series
NVIDIA DLSS 4: Supreme Speed, Superior Visuals
DLSS 4 introduces Multi Frame Generation, enhanced Ray Reconstruction, and Super Resolution powered by the fifth-gen Tensor Cores. This revolutionary neural rendering technology improves FPS, reduces latency, and ensures stunning image quality. Constant improvements from NVIDIA’s AI supercomputer in the cloud make DLSS the ultimate gaming tool for peak performance.
NVIDIA Reflex 2: Compete at Warp Speed
Designed for competitive gamers, Reflex 2 optimizes the graphics pipeline for faster target acquisition and improved reaction times. Reflex 2 also introduces Frame Warp (coming soon), which reduces latency using the game’s most recent mouse input.
Full Ray Tracing with Neural Rendering
Thanks to fourth-gen RT Cores and neural rendering technologies, the RTX 50 Series delivers cinematic-quality visuals at unmatched speeds. Dive into immersive, hyper-realistic environments with full ray tracing that redefines what’s possible in gaming.
Elevate Your Creative AI-dvantage
For creators, NVIDIA Studio unlocks transformative performance in video editing, 3D rendering, and graphic design. With GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, you get:
- RTX Accelerations: Boost performance in leading creative apps.
- Studio Drivers: Engineered for maximum stability and continuous updates.
- AI-Assisted Tools: Harness RTX power for smarter, faster workflows.
NVIDIA RTX 50 Series vs RTX 40 Series Comparison
| Generation | Model | CUDA Cores | 50 Series CUDA Core Diff % | Memory | Memory Bandwidth | 50 Series Memory Bandwidth Diff % | Power | AI TOPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 50 Series | RTX 5090 | 21,760 | 33% More (vs. RTX 4090) | 32 GB GDDR7 | 1,792 GB/s | 78% More (vs. RTX 4090) | 575 W | 3,352 |
| RTX 40 Series | RTX 4090 | 16,384 | – | 24 GB GDDR6X | 1,008 GB/s | – | 450 W | 1,321 |
| RTX 50 Series | RTX 5080 | 10,752 | 11% More (vs. RTX 4080) / 5% More (vs. 4080 Super) | 16 GB GDDR7 | 960 GB/s | 34% More (vs. RTX 4080) / 30% More (vs. 4080 Super) | 360 W | 1,801 |
| RTX 40 Series | RTX 4080 | 9,728 | – | 16 GB GDDR6X | 716 GB/s | – | 320 W | 836 |
| RTX 40 Series | RTX 4080 Super | 10,240 | – | 16 GB GDDR6X |
736 GB/s | – | 320 W | 836 |
| RTX 50 Series | RTX 5070 Ti | 8,960 | 17% More (vs. RTX 4070 Ti) / 6% More (vs. RTX 4070 Ti Super) | 16 GB GDDR7 | 896 GB/s | 78% More (vs. RTX 4070 Ti) / 34% More (vs. 4070 Ti Super) | 300 W | 1,406 |
| RTX 40 Series | RTX 4070 Ti | 7,680 | – | 12 GB GDDR6X | 504 GB/s | – | 285 W | 641 |
| RTX 40 Series | RTX 4070 Ti Super | 8,448 | – | 16 GB GDDR6X |
672 GB/s | – | 285 W | 706 |
| RTX 50 Series | RTX 5070 | 6,144 | 4% More (vs. RTX 4070) | 12 GB GDDR7 | 672 GB/s | 33% More (vs. RTX 4070) | 250 W | 988 |
| RTX 40 Series | RTX 4070 | 5,888 | – | 12 GB GDDR6X | 504 GB/s | – | 200 W | 466 |
Future-Proof Your Rig with Computer Lounge
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Elevate your gaming and creative experiences with the new NVIDIA Blackwell architecture. Trust Computer Lounge to provide the expertise and support you need to make the most of this next leap in technology.
