In the world of high-end graphics cards, NVIDIA has once again stirred the pot with the announcement of its RTX 5090D and RTX 5080D China-specific versions. These new graphics cards are set to be launched in the first quarter of 2025 during the CES 2025 event. However, the latest reports suggest that despite their powerful specifications, they might not surpass the performance of the RTX 5080.
RTX 5090D and RTX 5080D: The Details
The RTX 5090D and RTX 5080D are part of NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture, which is expected to be unveiled at CES 2025. As of now, no AIC (Add-In Card) manufacturers have received the RTX 50 series’ design specifications, but they are already working on the cooling modules, focusing on power consumption and thermal dissipation.
Early reports suggested that the RTX 5090 might have a total graphics power (TGP) of 550W, but the latest information indicates that it might reach a maximum of 600W. The RTX 5080’s TGP is also expected to be around 400W.
Development and Cooling Designs
According to module manufacturers, at least five cases related to these graphics cards are currently in progress. The earlier 400W cooling module design has been canceled or paused, while the 600W cooling design continues without interruption.
From the current perspective, the 600W and 400W figures might only be the maximum design limits for the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 coolers, respectively. The actual power consumption is likely to be around 550W for the RTX 5090 and 350W for the RTX 5080.
Launch Schedule
If everything goes as planned, the RTX 5090D, RTX 5090, RTX 5080, and RTX 5080D are expected to complete their designs in September, allowing AIC manufacturers to begin production.
Performance Concerns
The performance of the RTX 5090D and RTX 5080D has been a topic of discussion. If the RTX 5080’s performance exceeds the limitations set by the U.S. government, it is possible that the RTX 5090D’s performance could be lower than that of the RTX 5080. Additionally, the RTX 5080D must perform better than the RTX 5070.
This poses a significant challenge to NVIDIA’s masterful blade technique, as it needs to ensure that the performance of these new graphics cards meets expectations without exceeding the limitations set by international regulations.
Conclusion
The upcoming RTX 5090D and RTX 5080D China-specific versions are expected to bring high-performance graphics to the market. While their specifications are impressive, it remains to be seen whether they can outperform the RTX 5080. Only time will tell if NVIDIA can meet the demands of its customers and competitors alike.
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