2025 GPU Launches - RTX 5000 & RX 8000. Price, Date, Performance Rumors

Summary

In this video, PC Builder’s Jason dives into the upcoming GPU launches from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel. Nvidia’s RTX 5000 series, including the RTX 590 and RTX 580, are expected to bring major performance gains, with some high-end models potentially priced over $2000. AMD’s RX 8800 XT targets mid-range enthusiasts, while Intel’s Battlemage GPUs, starting with the B580, focus on budget-conscious gamers. With changing market dynamics and new competition, the video offers insights on expected pricing, performance, and market shifts in the GPU landscape.

Takeaways

• 😀 Nvidia's RTX 5000 series, AMD's RX 8000 series, and Intel's BattleMage GPUs are all expected to be released soon, with significant performance improvements and competition among the brands.
• 😀 Nvidia's RTX 590, RTX 580, and RTX 5070 TI will be announced at CES 2025, with the RTX 590 likely to have 32 GB of VRAM and up to 22,000 CUDA cores.
• 😀 The RTX 580 is expected to have much lower specs than the RTX 590, with rumors suggesting a massive performance gap between the two, possibly due to US export restrictions.
• 😀 Pricing for the RTX 5000 series is uncertain due to potential US tariffs, but the RTX 590 is expected to be priced between $1,899 and $2,499, with the RTX 580 priced around $1,000.
• 😀 AMD's RX 8800 XT and RX 8600 XT are expected to launch at CES 2025, with the RX 8800 XT offering up to 16 GB of VRAM and targeting high performance at a competitive price.
• 😀 The RX 8800 XT's performance may rival or exceed that of the RTX 480, with AMD focusing on improving ray tracing performance and overall rasterization.
• 😀 Intel's BattleMage GPUs, the B580 and B570, are set to launch in mid-December and January, respectively, with Intel claiming a 24% performance increase over the Arc A750 at 1440p for the B580.
• 😀 Intel's B580 12 GB is expected to be priced at $249, while the B570 10 GB will be priced at $219, positioning Intel as a strong competitor in the budget GPU segment.
• 😀 Nvidia's RTX 4000 and AMD's RX 7000 series GPUs have faced limited availability in the market, with both companies focusing more on AI-driven products and less on the gaming GPU market.
• 😀 For those looking to buy a GPU, it's currently advised to wait for new launches in January or February 2025, unless there are significant deals in the market, especially in the upper mid-range and high-end segments.

Q & A

What new GPUs are Nvidia expected to announce at CES 2025?

Nvidia is expected to announce the RTX 590, RTX 580, and RTX 5070 TI at CES 2025. The RTX 590 is rumored to have 32 GB of VRAM, while the RTX 580 and 5070 TI are expected to feature 16 GB of VRAM.

What is the expected performance jump for Nvidia's RTX 590 compared to the RTX 490?

The RTX 590 is expected to offer a 33% increase in CUDA cores compared to the RTX 490, with performance improvements in ray tracing as well. It's rumored to offer about a 60% performance increase over the RTX 390.

How are tariffs potentially impacting the pricing of Nvidia's upcoming GPUs?

There is speculation that US tariffs on products manufactured outside the US could lead to higher prices for Nvidia's GPUs, especially those made in China. This could influence the final launch pricing, which was speculated to be between $1,899 and $2,499 for the RTX 590.

What are the expected specs for AMD's RX 8800 XT and how does it compare to Nvidia's offerings?

The RX 8800 XT is rumored to have 16 GB of VRAM and could be as fast as the RTX 480 or RX 7900 XT in rasterization performance, with up to 45% better ray tracing performance compared to the RX 7900 XTX.

Why is AMD not launching high-end GPUs this generation?

AMD reportedly decided not to launch high-end GPUs due to difficulties with multi-chip modules and to focus on gaining market share in the mid-range segment. Rumors suggest they couldn't get their high-end models to work well enough for production.

What is the price range for AMD's RX 8800 XT and RX 8700 XT, based on leaks?

The RX 8800 XT is expected to be priced between $499 and $599, while the RX 8700 XT could be priced around $379 to $399, similar to the RX 7700 XT.

What is the launch timeline for Intel's Battle Mage GPUs?

Intel's Battle Mage GPUs, including the B580 (12GB) and B570 (10GB), are set to launch in December 2023 and January 2024, respectively.

How do Intel's B580 and B570 compare to other budget GPUs in terms of performance?

Intel claims the B580 will be 24% faster than the Arc A750 8GB and 10% faster than the RTX 4060 8GB at 1440p. The B570 is positioned as a more budget-friendly option with 10 GB of VRAM.

What is the recommended strategy for consumers looking to buy a GPU in the current market?

Consumers are advised to wait for new GPU releases in January 2025, especially for high-end models like the RTX 590, RTX 580, and AMD's RX 8800 XT. However, if there are good deals on current-generation models, such as the RX 7700 XT or RTX 4070 Ti, it may be worth buying now.

What pricing trends can consumers expect from AMD and Nvidia after the new GPU launches?

It’s likely that AMD and Nvidia will maintain their pricing structures for the new GPUs, with Nvidia possibly sticking to a pricing range of $599 for the RTX 570 and $399 for the RTX 560 Ti. AMD is expected to be more aggressive with pricing, particularly in the mid-range, but it’s uncertain how quickly they will discount post-launch.