A Complete Guide to Models Offered by Leading Retailers

NVIDIA has just rolled out its first two RTX 50 series Blackwell gaming GPUs, the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, and they’re now up for grabs. You can find these powerhouse graphics cards from NVIDIA and their partner companies on popular platforms like Amazon, Newegg, and Best Buy, though availability might vary.

The shelves are now featuring NVIDIA’s flagship GeForce RTX 5090 and its high-end counterpart, the RTX 5080. These cards had their big reveal at CES and were under wraps for both review and retail release until now. Now that the reviews have circulated, NVIDIA has lifted the embargo, allowing these GPUs to hit the market.

Besides NVIDIA, a slew of prominent board partners—names like ASUS, MSI, Gigabyte, and ZOTAC—have crafted their custom versions of the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080. These cards are being distributed globally, and if you’re in North America, you’ll spot them on top online retailers such as Amazon, Newegg, and Best Buy.

Here’s a roundup of the GeForce RTX 5090 models you’ll find on Amazon, Newegg, and Best Buy, along with their prices:

• ASUS ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 OC Edition: Available on Newegg and Best Buy for $2799.99.
• ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5090 OC Edition: Priced at $1999.99 on both Newegg and Best Buy.
• ZOTAC AMP Extreme INFINITY GeForce RTX 5090: Check out Newegg and Best Buy for pricing.
• MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Suprim: Listed at $2399.99 on Newegg and Best Buy.
• And many more: Including models from Gigabyte, PNY, and Inno3d, each offering unique features and pricing.

Dubbed as NVIDIA’s fastest gaming GPU ever, the GeForce RTX 5090 is about 30% faster than its predecessor, the RTX 4090, with a starting MSRP of $1999. It sports the GB202 die, packed with 21,760 Cuda Cores, 32GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, and a power rating of 575W for the Founders Edition. Custom versions might offer higher boost clocks, thus consuming more power.

Let’s explore the GeForce RTX 5080 selections:

• ASUS ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5080 OC Edition: Priced at $1499.99 on Newegg and Best Buy.
• ASUS PRIME GeForce RTX 5080: Available for $999.99 on Newegg and Best Buy.
• MSI GeForce RTX 5080 Suprim SOC: Goes for $1249.99 on Best Buy and a tad higher on Newegg.
• And a variety of other options: From brands like Gigabyte and ZOTAC, each bringing distinct features and varied pricing.

The RTX 5080, ranking as the second fastest in the RTX 50 series lineup, follows the RTX 4080 with a starting price of $999 for the Founders Edition. Featuring the GB203 die and 10,752 Cuda Cores, it comes with 16GB GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus and a 360W power rating. Its boost clock reaches 2617 MHz, outpacing even the RTX 5090, and can climb higher with custom models from NVIDIA’s partners.

Social media is abuzz with announcements and updates on these GPUs. Check out posts from Newegg, Micro Center, Overclockers UK, and Scan Computers, as they share availability and strategies for grabbing these GPUs.

Yet, the burning question is all about availability. NVIDIA has cautioned that both the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 might be in short supply, anticipating a surge in demand. Retailers have echoed this, noting limited stocks that will be refreshed in the weeks ahead.