The RTX 5090 uses Nvidia's biggest die since the RTX 2080 Ti

Nvidia's RTX 5090, using a massive 744mm² die, promises a 70% performance boost with 21,760 CUDA cores.

: Nvidia's RTX 5090, anticipated for CES, boasts a die size of 744mm², the company's largest since 2080 Ti's TU102. This chip powers a GPU with 21,760 CUDA cores, 32GB GDDR7 VRAM, and offers a 70% performance increase over RTX 4090. The Blackwell flagship features a two-slot design, contrasting the 4090's bulkier build. Its connectivity includes PCIe 5.0 and DisplayPort 2.1a.

Nvidia is preparing to unveil the RTX 5090, which will feature its biggest die since the 2080 Ti, measuring 744mm². This huge chip, set to debut at CES, offers a 70% performance improvement, utilizing 21,760 CUDA cores and 32GB of 28GB/s GDDR7 VRAM on a 512-bit bus.

Compared to the RTX 4090's larger build, the Blackwell flagship model boasts a more traditional two-slot design with dual fans, making it compatible with a wider range of chassis. This change comes with significant technological advances, including PCIe 5.0 and DisplayPort 2.1a connectivity support.

Beyond the 5090, Nvidia is also expected to launch the RTX 5080, 5070 Ti, and 5070 with different specifications and power consumption at CES. They will all feature GDDR7 VRAM, and in a few weeks following, the RTX 5060 will likely also be introduced. Meanwhile, AMD will introduce the Radeon RX 8000 at the same event.

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