Get ready for a graphics revolution! NVIDIA’s next-generation GeForce RTX 50 series is on the horizon, and recent leaks have given us a glimpse of the powerful GPU that will drive these cards: the Blackwell GB203.
The GB203 die, built on TSMC’s advanced 4nm process, is rumored to power the GeForce RTX 5080, the second-fastest Blackwell desktop GPU. It will also be the heart of the RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and the RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, making it a key component in the future of both desktop and mobile gaming.
The leaked die shot, shared by Moore’s Law is Dead, suggests a significant jump in performance compared to the current RTX 40 series. Here’s a breakdown of the key improvements anticipated with the RTX 5080:
Enhanced Memory Performance:
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16GB or 24GB GDDR7 Memory:
While the RTX 4080 features 16GB of VRAM, the RTX 5080 might offer two versions: a base model with 16GB and a higher-end variant with 24GB of ultra-fast GDDR7 memory. This provides more memory for demanding games and applications.*
Ultra-Fast GDDR7:
NVIDIA’s adoption of GDDR7 memory promises a dramatic leap in speed, potentially achieving bandwidth between 896GB/sec and 1.0TB/sec. This will translate to smoother gameplay, especially at high resolutions like 1440p and 4K.
Powerful Performance and Efficiency:
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400W TDP:
While the RTX 5080 will have a higher TDP than the RTX 4080, it’s expected to offer much higher performance per watt, ensuring an efficient and powerful experience.*
4K Gaming Redefined:
With its improved performance and enhanced memory, the RTX 5080 will deliver breathtaking 4K gaming experiences, pushing the boundaries of frame rates and visual fidelity.*
Next-Level Ray Tracing:
Ray tracing performance is set to see a massive boost with the RTX 50 series, potentially offering 2-3x the performance of the RTX 40 series.
DLSS 4: The AI-Powered Upscaling Revolution:
* NVIDIA’s DLSS technology continues to evolve, and the RTX 50 series is poised to introduce DLSS 4. This AI-powered upscaling technology will deliver even higher image quality than DLSS 3.x, enhancing visual clarity while maintaining incredible performance.
While the RTX 5080 is expected to be a powerhouse, the top-of-the-line GeForce RTX 5090 is rumored to deliver even more astonishing performance. The RTX 5090 is said to have a massive 32GB of GDDR7 memory, and the leaked die image suggests even more powerful capabilities. With a potential performance gain of 50-70% over the RTX 4090, the RTX 5090 will redefine high-end gaming, making 4K 120FPS gaming a reality and even paving the way for 4K 240FPS in the future.
This is just the tip of the iceberg. As we get closer to the launch, we can expect more details to emerge. Stay tuned for a closer look at the NVIDIA Blackwell GB203 GPU die, and the exciting new era of graphics that it promises to usher in.
