Nvidia Delays RTX 50-Series Super; RTX 60-Series May Skip 2027 Release
Nvidia has postponed the release of its RTX 50-Series Super graphics cards, originally anticipated for CES 2026. This decision stems from the company’s shift in focus towards AI chips amid a current RAM supply shortage.
Nvidia’s Strategic Pivot Amid RAM Shortage
According to reports, Nvidia’s management decided in December to prioritize AI chip production over new gaming GPUs. The ongoing scarcity of RAM has significantly affected their ability to launch new products as scheduled.
Production Cuts and Market Demand
- Nvidia has also reduced production of its existing RTX 50-Series gaming chips.
- These GPUs have been in high demand, frequently sold out at various retailers.
- The focus on AI chips follows impressive financial performance, with Nvidia reporting $57 billion in total revenue for Q3 2026.
Out of this amount, an impressive $51.2 billion originated from their data center operations. In contrast, gaming revenue, although increasing by 30%, is a smaller portion of Nvidia’s overall earnings.
Implications for Future Releases
The delay of the RTX 50-Series Super implies no new gaming GPU launches from Nvidia are expected this year. This change could also affect the timeline for the RTX 60-Series GPUs, originally set to begin mass production in late 2027.
- Potential delays for next-generation RTX 60-Series could extend their release to 2028 or beyond.
- Increased RAM prices and supply issues may further impact the schedules for various electronic devices, including gaming hardware.
While circumstances might enable Nvidia to expedite its gaming GPU releases, the ongoing RAM shortage poses significant challenges ahead for PC gamers eagerly awaiting hardware updates.
