Nvidia is stepping up its budget GPU game with the launch of the GeForce RTX 5050, set to release in late July starting at $249.
Key Specs and Features
The RTX 5050 features 8GB of GDDR6 memory with a memory bandwidth of 320GB/s. In contrast, the more expensive RTX 5060 uses faster 8GB GDDR7 and offers 448GB/s bandwidth. Despite this, the RTX 5050 still includes Nvidia’s 4th-gen ray tracing cores and 5th-gen Tensor Cores, enabling real-time ray tracing and AI-driven enhancements in supported games and software.
It packs 2,560 CUDA cores, fewer than the 3,840 found in the RTX 5060. While this limits its raw power, the card is still designed to handle popular titles and creative applications at decent frame rates, especially at 1080p resolutions.
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Market Position and Expectations
The RTX 5050 launches just two months after the RTX 5060, which received criticism due to Nvidia’s restrictions on early reviews.
Nvidia has not yet confirmed whether it will allow full reviews for the RTX 5050 before launch, leaving questions about real-world performance.
Laptop Variant Coming Soon
Alongside the desktop model, Nvidia has introduced a laptop version of the RTX 5050. Interestingly, the mobile GPU uses 8GB of faster GDDR7 memory. Acer has already announced its laptops featuring the RTX 5050, with prices ranging from $899 to $1,199. More manufacturers are expected to follow in the coming weeks.
With competitive pricing and modern architecture, the RTX 5050 could become a go-to option for gamers looking for value without sacrificing next-gen features.
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