RTX 5090 discontinued? What Nvidia's reported halt means
/ Nvidia is reportedly ending RTX 5090 production to keep GB202 chips for RTX PRO cards, with an RTX 5080 24GB next. What's confirmed, prices and what to do.
by Hozefa Khety
· 7 min read
Is the GeForce RTX 5090 being discontinued? On Saturday, October 10, 2026, several hardware sites reported claims from two well-known leakers that Nvidia has stopped supplying the big GB202 chip for new RTX 5090 graphics cards and will keep every future GB202 for its far more expensive RTX PRO workstation cards. A leaked factory notice adds that a 24GB version of the RTX 5080 will become the top GeForce card. Nvidia has not confirmed any of it. Here is exactly what was claimed, what is still unknown, what it could mean for RTX 5090 prices and what to do if you were planning to buy one. (Sources checked October 11, 2026 at 21:20 UTC / October 12, 02:50 IST.)
What the RTX 5090 reports actually say
The story comes from two leakers on X. MEGAsizeGPU (@Zed__Wang) posted "No more GB202 for 5090, confirmed," and in a follow-up said that "all future GB202 supplies are RTX Pro exclusive," as quoted by TechPowerUp and TweakTown. GB202 is the largest chip in Nvidia's current Blackwell generation of graphics cards, and it is the heart of the RTX 5090.
A second leaker, hongxing2020, posted "5090 EOL, 5080 24GB ready" (EOL means end of life) alongside what he presented as a notice from a graphics card factory. Tom's Hardware quotes it: "According to a notification from the factory, Nvidia will no longer manufacture any RTX 5090 models, including the D variants. Going forward, the highest-end GeForce graphics card will be the RTX 5080 24GB, while the RTX 5080 16GB version will be discontinued. Please spread the word." The "D" variants are the versions of the RTX 5090 sold in China.
VideoCardz, which published at 07:21 UTC on October 10, describes MEGAsizeGPU as a reliable leaker and notes that he has not confirmed the RTX 5080 24GB part of the story. Deal N Tech points out that it is not clear whether the two leakers have separate sources or are both reacting to the same notice, so the second post adds weight but is not independent proof.
Has Nvidia confirmed it?
No. Tom's Hardware says it asked Nvidia for comment and had not heard back, adding that Nvidia typically does not comment on rumors. VideoCardz and TechPowerUp both note that Nvidia has not confirmed the plan or announced an end-of-production date. As of our check on October 11 at 21:22 UTC, Nvidia's own US product page still lists the GeForce RTX 5090 at $1,999 and the RTX 5080 at $999, the same prices it announced in January 2025.
TechPowerUp's writer also doubts Nvidia would ever formally call this an end-of-life move, "since the chips are simply being redirected to a more profitable product line." In other words, even if the reports are right, there may never be a big official announcement, just fewer and fewer new RTX 5090 cards.
Why Nvidia would move GB202 to RTX PRO cards
The short answer is money. The same GB202 chip that goes into a $1,999 gaming card also powers Nvidia's professional RTX PRO Blackwell cards. Nvidia's spec page lists the RTX 5090 with 21,760 CUDA cores (the GPU's main processing units) and 32GB of GDDR7 memory, and VideoCardz notes that this is a cut-down version of GB202. The fully enabled chip in the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell has 24,064 CUDA cores and 96GB of memory, and Tom's Hardware says that card "can easily sell for $15,000."
The overlap got even closer with the recently unveiled RTX PRO 5500, which has exactly the RTX 5090's 21,760 CUDA cores but 84GB of memory, aimed at professional graphics and AI work (Tom's Hardware, TechPowerUp). Every GB202 that goes into an RTX 5090 is one that is not sold inside a much pricier workstation card. Tom's Hardware also notes that a relatively cheap 32GB RTX 5090 competes with Nvidia's own professional cards for AI jobs, and TechPowerUp says AI companies were reportedly buying RTX 5090 stock in bulk before it ever reached gaming shelves.
What it means for RTX 5090 prices and stock
RTX 5090s will not vanish overnight. Tom's Hardware expects card makers, distributors and stores to hold enough chips and finished cards to keep some on sale for a while. But if no new GB202 chips arrive for GeForce, supply can only shrink, and Tom's Hardware says that "will affect prices."
Prices were already far above launch. The RTX 5090 went on sale on January 30, 2025 at $1,999 (Nvidia). TechPowerUp says that last month European listings went past €5,000 and that Walmart sold out at $4,299, and Notebookcheck describes prices as "hovering around the $5,000 mark." Back on July 30, Tom's Hardware found the Asus ROG Astral RTX 5090 listed at $4,329.99 on Amazon and the MSI Gaming Trio RTX 5090 at $4,299.95. Nvidia's own Founders Edition is the main way to pay the official price, but Tom's Hardware notes it is often low in stock.
One more wrinkle for owners: Notebookcheck raises the question of how Nvidia will handle warranty claims for RTX 5090s, including cards with melted power connectors, once new production stops. Nvidia has said nothing about that either, so it is an open question, not a known change.
The rumored RTX 5080 24GB: Nvidia's new top gaming card?
According to the factory notice, a 24GB RTX 5080 would replace today's 16GB RTX 5080 and become the fastest GeForce card in production. Today's RTX 5080 has 16GB of GDDR7 on a 256-bit memory bus and lists at $999 on Nvidia's site. Nothing about a 24GB model (price, speed or launch date) has been announced.
It sounds a lot like the long-rumored RTX 5080 Super, which was expected to keep the same GB203 chip with 24GB of memory. TechPowerUp says Super cards reportedly reached board partners in July before being put on hold over GDDR7 memory prices, and Tom's Hardware says their launch was reportedly postponed because of memory supply problems. Whether the "RTX 5080 24GB" is the same card is not clear.
Don't expect a true next-generation flagship soon either. Tom's Hardware says recent rumors put Nvidia's next GeForce RTX 60 series, based on its Rubin design, in late 2027 or even 2028, and TechPowerUp says it has reportedly slipped to 2028. If those rumors are right, a 24GB RTX 5080 could be Nvidia's fastest new gaming card for a long time.
Should you buy an RTX 5090 now?
Only if you genuinely need 32GB of graphics memory, for example for local AI models or heavy 4K and 3D work, and can find one at a price you accept. Tom's Hardware's view is that if the reports are accurate, "now is the time" to buy the absolute fastest card, because stock is only likely to get thinner. That is a forecast, not a guarantee, and today's street prices are already more than double Nvidia's $1,999 list price.
For gaming alone, the RTX 5080 at $999 list on Nvidia's site is the more sensible high-end option, and a 24GB model may follow if the factory notice is accurate. If you buy a partner card at a big markup, check the seller's return policy and the card maker's warranty terms first. And keep an eye out for real confirmation: an Nvidia statement, end-of-life notices from card makers or an official RTX 5080 24GB announcement. We will update this story when any of those arrive.
Sources
VideoCardz, "NVIDIA reportedly discontinuing RTX 5090, GB202 GPUs to be reserved for RTX PRO series" (October 10, 2026); TechPowerUp, "NVIDIA Reportedly Ending the RTX 5090, Reserves GB202 Silicon for Workstation GPUs" (October 10, 2026); Tom's Hardware, "Nvidia reportedly halts GeForce RTX 5090 production in favor of AI data center and professional GPUs" (October 10, 2026) and "Nvidia's fastest graphics cards get US price increase at Best Buy, Amazon" (Kunal Khullar, July 30, 2026); Notebookcheck (Anil Ganti, October 10, 2026); TweakTown (October 10, 2026); Deal N Tech (October 10, 2026); posts by MEGAsizeGPU (@Zed__Wang) and hongxing2020 on X, as quoted by those outlets; NVIDIA newsroom, GeForce RTX 50 Series launch release (January 2025); NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 product pages (prices and specs checked October 11, 2026, 21:22 UTC).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 5090 discontinued?
Not officially. On October 10, 2026, leakers MEGAsizeGPU and hongxing2020 claimed Nvidia has stopped supplying GB202 chips for new RTX 5090 cards, and a leaked factory notice says no more RTX 5090 models will be made. Nvidia has not confirmed this or announced an end-of-production date.
Has Nvidia commented on the RTX 5090 production halt?
No. Tom's Hardware asked Nvidia for comment and had not received a reply, and Nvidia typically does not comment on rumors. As of October 11, 2026, Nvidia's US site still lists the RTX 5090 at $1,999.
Why would Nvidia stop making the RTX 5090?
The RTX 5090 uses the same GB202 chip as Nvidia's RTX PRO workstation cards, such as the 96GB RTX PRO 6000 and the 84GB RTX PRO 5500, which sell for far more. Reports say Nvidia wants all future GB202 chips to go into those higher-margin cards.
Will RTX 5090 prices go up?
Probably, if the reports are right. Shops and card makers still have some stock, but no new chips would mean shrinking supply. Prices are already well above the $1,999 launch price, with TechPowerUp citing European listings above €5,000 and Walmart selling out at $4,299.
What is the RTX 5080 24GB?
A rumored version of the RTX 5080 with 24GB of memory instead of 16GB. A leaked factory notice says it will become Nvidia's top GeForce card and replace the 16GB RTX 5080. It may be the same card as the long-rumored RTX 5080 Super. Nvidia has not announced it, and there is no price or date.
Can I still buy an RTX 5090?
Yes, while existing stock lasts. Board partners, distributors and stores still hold cards, so the RTX 5090 will not disappear overnight. Nvidia's Founders Edition is listed at $1,999 but is often out of stock, and partner cards have been selling for over $4,000.
When is the RTX 6090 or RTX 60 series coming out?
Nvidia has not announced it. Recent rumors reported by Tom's Hardware and TechPowerUp put the Rubin-based GeForce RTX 60 series in late 2027 or 2028.
