Nvidia's Jensen Huang unveils the RTX 50 series, including the groundbreaking RTX 5090 Founders Edition, with cutting-edge specs and double the performance of its predecessor.

At this year’s CES trade show, Nvidia once again demonstrated its dominance in the graphics industry. Jensen Huang, the company’s CEO and the man famously known for his signature leather jacket, introduced the revolutionary RTX 50 series, headlined by the RTX 5090 Founders Edition. As part of the Blackwell GPU family, this latest lineup is set to redefine gaming and graphics performance with unprecedented power and innovation.

RTX 5090 Founders Edition: A Technological Marvel


The RTX 5090 Founders Edition is undoubtedly the star of Nvidia's new series. Packed with 32 GB of GDDR7 RAM and an impressive 21,760 CUDA cores, it delivers jaw-dropping performance gains. Nvidia showcased a live demonstration where the RTX 5090 achieved 242 frames per second (fps) in a high-end game, more than doubling the 109 fps achieved by its predecessor, the RTX 4090.

Central to this leap in performance is Nvidia’s new DLSS 4 technology. This advanced rendering technique generates up to three additional frames for every traditionally rendered frame, significantly enhancing gameplay fluidity and realism. However, the benefits of DLSS 4 are exclusive to games optimized for the technology, with older DLSS 3-enabled games seeing more modest improvements.

Compatibility with Older GPUs


While the RTX 50 series takes full advantage of DLSS 4, Nvidia confirmed that older RTX GPUs will also support this technology, albeit without the groundbreaking multi-frame generation feature exclusive to the RTX 50 lineup. This compatibility ensures that existing Nvidia users can still enjoy some performance upgrades without needing to immediately invest in the latest hardware.

Pricing and Mid-Range Models


Nvidia revealed a range of options to cater to different budgets. The flagship RTX 5090 comes with a premium price tag of $1,999, reflecting its cutting-edge capabilities. For gamers seeking powerful yet more affordable options, Nvidia also launched the mid-range RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5080, priced at $749 and $999, respectively. The entry-level RTX 5070 is available at $549, making the new series accessible to a broader audience.

A New Era for Gaming Graphics


The unveiling of the RTX 50 series marks a significant milestone in the evolution of gaming and graphics technology. With its remarkable specifications and groundbreaking DLSS 4 capabilities, the RTX 5090 Founders Edition sets a new standard for performance and innovation. As Nvidia continues to push the boundaries of what is possible, gamers and creators alike can look forward to a future defined by unparalleled realism and power.