NVIDIA’s next-generation GeForce RTX 5080 is expected to launch with 16GB of lightning-fast GDDR7 memory, but rumors are swirling that a 24GB version could also be in the cards! This would be a welcome addition to the lineup, addressing the potential performance gap between the 16GB RTX 5080 and the 32GB RTX 5090.
The new flagship GeForce RTX 5090 is set to boast a whopping 32GB of GDDR7 memory, a significant upgrade over the 24GB of GDDR6X on the current RTX 4090. While the RTX 4080 launched with 16GB of GDDR6X, and even the RTX 4080 SUPER stuck with the same 16GB of GDDR6X memory, the RTX 5080 is taking a different approach. The introduction of a 24GB RTX 5080 would provide a compelling mid-range option for gamers seeking a balance between performance and price.
This hypothetical 24GB RTX 5080 would likely feature a faster GPU clock speed, benefit from the extra 8GB of GDDR7 memory, and naturally, come with a higher price tag. NVIDIA is using 16 and 8 GDDR7 memory modules for the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 respectively, with each module boasting a capacity of 2GB. This configuration allows for 32GB on the RTX 5090 and 16GB on the RTX 5080.
However, if NVIDIA were to adopt 3GB capacity GDDR7 memory modules, they could retain the same PCB design, core specifications, and 256-bit memory bus for the RTX 5080 while achieving a total of 24GB of GDDR7 memory.
This potential RTX 5080 with 24GB of GDDR7 memory could be a game-changer for gamers looking for a powerful GPU that can handle demanding games and applications with ease. While it’s still just a rumor, it’s an exciting prospect for the gaming community, and we’ll have to wait and see if NVIDIA decides to bring this option to market.
