RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 Initial Supply Extremely Limited

Reports indicate that the initial supply of NVIDIA's highly anticipated GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards, particularly the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 models, will be extremely limited. According to sources, NVIDIA has implemented a tiered distribution system, placing strict restrictions on the availability of these graphics cards, resulting in a very limited initial supply.

NVIDIA has already selected specific channels and vendors responsible for releasing the graphics cards to the market. As a result, B2B retailers and those focusing on commercial customers may find themselves without stock. Major retail platforms, including Amazon, might not receive their shipments of the first, second, or even third batch of cards until several weeks after the official launch.

For gamers eager to purchase the RTX 5090 or RTX 5080 at launch, preparation for delays is essential. Additionally, each customer may be limited to purchasing just one card. While this restriction may help curb scalper activity, it will likely not eliminate it entirely. Gamers may be faced with two choices: wait or pay a premium price.

Although the specific reasons for NVIDIA's distribution decisions remain unclear, it's speculated that the company aims to prioritize gaming needs over other applications, such as AI server construction.