If you’ve been considering upgrading your GPU, think again. The end of the current GPU generation is drawing near, with Nvidia’s 4000-series graphics cards reaching the end of the line. With that in mind, now’s the worst time to upgrade your GPU for a few reasons.
Nvidia Is Removing RTX 4000-Series GPUs
Starting with its extremely powerful, top-of-the-line RTX 4090, Nvidia is starting to phase out its GPUs in preparation for the launch of its new 5000-series cards.
As first spotted on Gazlog via Chinese sources, Nvidia is set to stop production of the RTX 4090 at the end of October 2024 — that’s about a month later from the time of writing.
As expected, sudden leaks have seen a run on RTX 4090 GPUs, with VideoCardz reporting a run on RTX 4090 stock and ever-rising prices. Some German retailers are already asking prices between €2,304 ($2,561) and €2,668 ($2,965) — that’s more than $1,000 above MSRP.
Over time, Nvidia will begin phasing out its other GPUs, which will have the same effect: prices and demand will increase ahead of the launch of new graphics cards.
RTX 5000-series GPUs will launch soon
The other side of the coin of the RTX 4090 phasing out is that Nvidia is apparently preparing to launch a new GPU generation.
Now, rumors about the RTX 5000-series are flying around, and while no specific details have been revealed, the RTX 5090 is likely to be the first unit in the new line. XDA-Developers reports that the RTX 5090 will feature upgrades in key areas.
Again, XDA has gathered this information from multiple leaks. In this case, the information should be taken with a grain of salt, but the leakers have a good reputation for past accuracy.
So, if you’re in the market for a new GPU – just wait a little longer and check out how to pick up a new GPU at launch while you wait. AMD is also rumored to launch new Radeon RX 8000 GPUs in 2025, though little is known about these.
It’s time to wait patiently for the RTX 5000-series GPUs to launch, so keep your cash in your pocket for now.