The recent news of the RTX 40-series production ending is gaining traction, with fresh information suggesting final shipments are imminent. According to Board Channels (via Gazlog), some GPUs, including the RTX 4090, have already seen their last shipments. With the holiday season approaching, this could be the last opportunity to snag an RTX 40-series card at a reasonable price before stock dwindles.
Despite being two years old, the RTX 40-series has maintained relatively stable pricing. Only the RTX 4090 saw a price increase from its original MSRP, while the rest of the lineup has remained close to launch prices. However, this could change if the recent reports prove accurate.
Board Channels indicates Nvidia is gearing up for the RTX 50-series launch in early 2025, with the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 anticipated in January, followed by the RTX 5070 in February. Consequently, the current-generation counterparts of these cards are reportedly the first to cease production and shipping.
Two RTX 4070 Ti Super graphics cards sitting next to each other.
The RTX 4070 Ti Super and RTX 4080 Super have reportedly been discontinued, with the final shipment of the RTX 4080 Super expected in November. The RTX 4070 Ti Super is expected to follow suit, potentially leading to decreased availability.
The popular RTX 4070 and RTX 4070 Super are also nearing the end of their production cycle. The source claims Nvidia reduced their supply last quarter, with final shipments slated for December. This could significantly impact gamers, as the RTX 4070 and its Super variant are considered among the best value GPUs in this generation.
While the end of shipments doesn’t necessarily mean these cards will vanish entirely this year, it does suggest Nvidia is managing inventory. An overstock of last-gen GPUs during the next-gen launch could deter consumers from purchasing the newer, pricier cards. The RTX 4090 serves as a prime example.
Rumors suggest the RTX 50-series could be expensive, with some speculating a $2,500 price tag for the RTX 5090. More conservative estimates place it between $1,900 and $2,000. X user Bits and Chips indicated a price of around $1,900 for the RTX 5090, a $300 increase over the RTX 4090’s launch price.
The RTX 4090 exemplifies the impact of supply and demand. High demand over the past two years has resulted in inflated prices, with new models rarely found below $2,200. With shipments ending, other RTX 40-series cards could experience similar price hikes in the coming months, mirroring the trend observed with the RTX 30-series.
In conclusion, if you’re considering an RTX 40-series GPU, acting sooner rather than later might be wise. Limited stock and potential price increases could make these cards harder to acquire at reasonable prices as we approach the RTX 50-series launch.
