The updates on AMD and Nvidia release dates have me confused.
We received new information about the possible release dates for Nvidia's RTX 50 series and AMD's RDNA 4, and the situation continues to generate excitement.
Expectations regarding the launch of the upcoming graphics cards from Nvidia and AMD continue to generate confusion. The next generation of GPUs is anticipated to arrive soon, but specific dates remain uncertain. Earlier in 2024, many enthusiasts and leakers agreed that the three major graphics card companies—AMD, Intel, and Nvidia—would release their new products before the year ended. However, over time, projections have been tempered, and it seems that the new releases may not come until early 2025.
In the case of AMD, a recent report suggests that its new cards will be available in the first quarter of next year. This information aligns with leaks from various sources that had previously anticipated this timeline.
On the other hand, the situation becomes complicated with Nvidia. Initially, a release of the RTX 50 series was expected in the fourth quarter of 2024, but information has fluctuated, even suggesting announcements at CES 2025. Recently, it was claimed that Nvidia's Blackwell GPUs would begin mass production during this quarter, which could imply an announcement towards the end of 2024 and a potential market arrival in early 2025. Nevertheless, other rumors suggest that the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 models could debut as early as this year.
Regarding the underlying technologies, Nvidia plans to utilize TSMC's 4nm process, while AMD's specifications indicate a shift towards a 3nm process, although this could stem from a misunderstanding. Given the current landscape of contradictory reports and the lack of official statements from the companies, the future remains uncertain about whether we will see new GPUs this year.
Moreover, Nvidia seems to be working on a new GPU called "Titan AI," which could surpass any previous graphics card. This situation arises in a context where AMD has struggled to compete with Nvidia in the realm of ray tracing, although it is rumored that the next generation RDNA 4 will bring significant improvements. In particular, it is suggested that the PlayStation 5 Pro could partially benefit from these advanced technologies.
Finally, regarding the RTX 50 series, a leaker has indicated that the launch of the RTX 5090 could be delayed until early 2025, which is unusual for Nvidia, as they generally unveil their new generations outside of events like CES. Uncertainty continues to surround these highly anticipated graphics cards, and hardware enthusiasts will need to be patient while an official release date is confirmed.
