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Leaker MEGAsizeGPU claims NVIDIA has ceased allocating GB202 silicon to the GeForce RTX 5090, stating that future supplies are reserved exclusively for RTX Pro workstation cards. This Blackwell architecture chip powers the RTX PRO 6000 and the RTX PRO 5500. NVIDIA has not officially confirmed these reports.
A separate report from leaker hongxing2020 suggests the RTX 5090 has reached end-of-life status, with an RTX 5080 24 GB model potentially replacing it as the flagship GeForce product. While rumors previously mentioned a 24 GB RTX 5080 variant, it remains unclear if this aligns with the reported shift in production strategy.
The RTX 5090, which launched in January 2025 for $1,999, has faced significant market volatility. European prices recently exceeded €5,000, and AI firms have reportedly purchased bulk stock, limiting availability for gamers. Remaining partner inventory may continue to circulate, but prices are expected to rise as supply diminishes.
If these reports hold, the RTX 5080 24 GB could become the primary high-end GeForce option for an extended period. This shift follows reports that the RTX 60-series may not arrive until 2028, leaving the workstation-focused allocation of GB202 chips as a potential long-term strategy for NVIDIA.
