NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 SUPER GPU Release Delayed by 3 GB GDDR7 DRAM Shortages

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Potential Delays for NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 50 SUPER GPUs Due to GDDR7 Shortages

Recent speculation indicates that NVIDIA’s upcoming GeForce RTX 50 SUPER GPU series may encounter delays or potential cancellation. This concern is attributed to ongoing shortages of GDDR7 memory, a critical component for these graphics cards.

Market dynamics show that both DRAM and NAND flash memory prices have surged recently. One significant factor contributing to these price increases is the soaring demand from the AI sector. For instance, consumer-grade DDR5 memory prices are currently hitting over double compared to a few months ago. A similar trend is noted in GDDR memory, where older generations have also doubled in price within just a week, as reported by DRAMeXchange.

[rumor]due to the crazy shortage recently, 3gb gddr7 cant make it to the consumer market for desktop, thus the super series is cancelled.and the current models are expected to be more expensive very soon, because of the increasing cost of 2gb gddr7.pic.twitter.com/yMSMj1MjqJ

— UNIKO’s Hardware 🌏 (@unikoshardware) November 7, 2025

probably reserved for both rtx5090 laptop and rtx pro 6000.these two stuffs make a lot of money that desktop gpu cant even dream of.

— UNIKO’s Hardware 🌏 (@unikoshardware) November 7, 2025

Insider reports from Uniko’s Hardware suggest that the GeForce RTX 50 SUPER series, including models like the RTX 5080 SUPER and RTX 5070 Ti SUPER, could be significantly delayed or shelved entirely. The anticipated GPUs were designed to utilize 3 GB GDDR7 memory dies, which have now become costly and scarce. As a consequence, NVIDIA might refocus its efforts on models like the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell, which offers higher profit margins and utilizes the same memory technology.

Originally, NVIDIA aimed to launch the RTX 50 SUPER series in the first half of 2026, potentially showcasing them at CES 2026 or a dedicated GeForce event. However, internal sources confirm that the release of these GPUs is not anticipated within the current year, strongly indicating a shift towards 2026 for any new product announcements.

The competitive landscape for NVIDIA currently shows little threat from AMD’s Radeon RX 9000 series. However, demands for higher VRAM options are mounting among consumers. The projected GeForce RTX 50 SUPER series could cater to this demand with increased memory configurations: the RTX 5080 SUPER potentially offering up to 24 GB of VRAM, the 5070 Ti also featuring 24 GB, and the RTX 5070 SUPER at 18 GB.

While these enhanced specifications are likely to capture consumer interest, the escalating costs of DRAM may challenge NVIDIA’s ability to maintain competitive pricing against their standard non-SUPER variants. As anticipation builds, all eyes will be on CES 2026 to see if NVIDIA decides to unveil the much-awaited SUPER lineup or if further delays are on the horizon.

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