RTX 5080 Super is on the way. We recommend waiting unless you need a GPU right now.
📅 Add launch to calendarGreat time to buy — new generation coming, current prices near their lowest
Q3 2026 (rumoured)
Reported mid-cycle refresh with 24GB of GDDR7 — 50% more memory than the RTX 5080. Originally expected around CES 2026, now reported delayed to Q3 2026 amid the memory shortage. Not officially announced by NVIDIA.
| AIB Card | Boost Clock | Cooling | TDP | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founders Edition | 2617 MHz | Dual-fan flow-through | 360W | Clean builds, reference performance |
| ASUS TUF Gaming OC | 2632 MHz | Triple-fan, 3-slot | 360W | Quiet thermals, long warranty |
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is Blackwell's second-tier enthusiast card, offering 16GB of GDDR7 and DLSS 4 at a 360W TDP — significantly more power-efficient than the 5090. It targets high-refresh 4K gaming and serious content creation without the flagship price tag.
Delivers excellent 4K frame rates at a lower TDP and price than the 5090 — the practical enthusiast choice.
Same DLSS 4 technology as the flagship, dramatically boosting frame rates in supported titles.
Runs on a 750W PSU comfortably, unlike the 5090's 1000W recommendation.
4K gamers and creators who want Blackwell performance without the 5090's price and power demands.
The 5090 is roughly 30-40% faster with double the VRAM. For pure 4K gaming, the 5080 is the better value. The 5090 justifies its price for 8K, AI workloads, or professional content creation.
For gaming at 4K, 16GB is comfortable for current and near-future titles. For AI/ML training with large models, the 5090's 32GB is significantly better.
An RTX 5080 Super with 24GB GDDR7 is credibly reported for Q3 2026, though NVIDIA has not officially announced it and the memory shortage has already delayed it once. With street prices currently ~45% above the $999 MSRP, waiting for the refresh — or at least for pricing to normalise — is reasonable unless you find a card at MSRP.
Yes, if you're buying new. The 5080 brings GDDR7, DLSS 4, and ~30% more performance. If you already own a 4080 Super, the upgrade is moderate — consider waiting for the next generation.