Asus Stops RTX 5070 Ti Production Amid Memory Shortage Constraints
Asus has announced the cessation of production for its RTX 5070 Ti graphics card due to significant memory supply constraints. The confirmation came from Hardware Unboxed on Thursday, noting that Asus has categorized this model as reaching end-of-life status. This situation also applies to the 16GB RTX 5060 Ti, highlighting challenges retailers in Australia face regarding product availability.
Memory Supply Issues Affecting Production
Ben Berraondo, Nvidia’s global public relations director for GeForce, addressed the ongoing demand for GeForce RTX GPUs. He acknowledged the strong market interest but pointed out the challenges of constrained memory supply. Despite these constraints, Nvidia continues to produce all GeForce SKUs and is collaborating closely with suppliers to enhance memory availability.
Asus and Other AIBs
- Asus’s decision affects only its production lines.
- Pitfalls in the supply chain have left them skeptical about ongoing production viability.
- Other manufacturers may not face the same struggles; for example, PNY is continuing with its RTX 5070 Ti offerings.
In a statement to The Verge, PNY’s public relations representative Michael Farino confirmed that their Dual-Slot Slim (DSS) RTX 5070 Ti, which was recently announced at CES, is set to begin shipping in February. This model will be available at major retailers such as Best Buy, Micro Center, and Amazon.
Impact on Mid-Range GPU Production
It is particularly noteworthy that the more affordable RTX 50-series models are facing supply challenges first. Christopher Moore, VP of marketing at Micron, recently spoke on the need for efficient production practices. He emphasized that scaling up memory capabilities can lead to reduced output, making steady demand crucial for maximizing supply.
The situation underscores the broader challenges within the semiconductor supply chain, which have impacted various sectors, including graphics processing units. The focus remains on maintaining a balance between supply and demand to ensure sustained availability in the future.
