Lenovo Set to Launch Gaming Laptop with GeForce RTX 5070 and 12 GB VRAM

The laptop variant of NVIDIA’s RTX series, specifically the RTX 5070, is set to feature a notable increase in VRAM size, with recent leaks suggesting an upgrade to 12 GB GDDR7 memory. This is particularly interesting given that the desktop version already stands out with its robust memory specifications.

Leaked Specs of Lenovo Yoga Pro 7: RTX 5070 Laptop GPU with 12 GB GDDR7; ASUS Lists Similar Configurations

Amid ongoing VRAM shortages, NVIDIA appears to be securing sufficient memory resources to increase the capacity for its RTX 50 series graphics cards. Although reports indicate that the company is primarily focusing on 8 GB configurations for this series, recent evidence suggests a shift towards enhancing the VRAM allocation in mobile variants, particularly noted by @94G8LA (Huang514613).

Two significant listings have emerged, hinting at a higher memory capacity for the RTX 5070 mobile GPU, which is generally expected to feature 8 GB GDDR7. The first includes the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and G18, both of which are listed on Newegg. These listings specify the inclusion of a 12 GB GDDR7 memory configuration in the specifications tab, although the video memory section still displays “8 GB GDDR7.”This inconsistency raises questions about the actual availability of these configurations in retail outlets.

Specifications table showcasing a Lenovo device with notable features.

In addition, Lenovo is reportedly preparing to introduce the Yoga Pro 7 15IPH11 laptop, equipped with the “NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 12 GB GDDR7“as indicated in its listing. There is ongoing speculation, however, as to whether this discrepancy is a mere oversight or if NVIDIA is in fact developing a new GPU variant with a 192-bit memory bus specifically for mobile use. Current configurations utilize the GB206 die, which typically supports only a 128-bit bus, making a 12 GB configuration unexpected from existing architectures.

Promotional image of Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 with RTX 5070.

In contrast to the mobile variant, the desktop RTX 5070 variant not only offers a memory capacity of 12 GB but also operates with a 192-bit memory bus. It’s common for mobile variants to have reduced specifications, and the RTX 5070 is no exception. The GPU die for this mobile version features 4608 CUDA cores, markedly fewer than the 6144 CUDA cores available in its desktop counterpart.

This difference in core counts represents a significant performance downgrade; however, the additional VRAM—if effectively implemented—could enhance performance in scenarios requiring higher memory allotment. Nonetheless, it is likely that overall performance results will remain similar across most gaming scenarios.

For more detailed specifications, check out the official listing from Lenovo.

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