Nvidia is gearing up to expand its graphics card lineup with the RTX 50 series, and leaks suggest exciting developments. Not only do we have potential release dates, but there’s also a rumor that Nvidia will require its partners to offer at least one model of each card at the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP). This is welcome news for gamers tired of inflated prices, but the question remains: how long will it last?
A Hong Kong-based publication, HKEPC, has reported on these developments. According to their sources, Nvidia is targeting April 15 for the unveiling of the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, RTX 5060 Ti 8GB, and the RTX 5060 (expected to come with either 8GB or 12GB of VRAM). It’s crucial to remember that this is still unconfirmed by Nvidia and should be treated as a rumor until official announcements are made.
Two RTX 4060 graphics cards stacked on top of each other.
One of the most significant aspects of this leak is Nvidia’s potential approach to MSRP. HKEPC suggests that Nvidia will mandate that all of its add-in card (AIC) partners have at least one card available at MSRP upon launch. AMD implemented a similar strategy with its RX 9000 series, but prices quickly escalated. This raises concerns about the longevity of Nvidia’s potential MSRP enforcement. Furthermore, without knowing the actual MSRP of these cards, it’s challenging to assess their value proposition.
HKEPC’s report indicates a staggered release schedule. The RTX 5060 Ti (both 8GB and 16GB versions) is rumored to launch on April 16, just one day after the alleged announcement. The RTX 5060 is now expected to follow sometime in May, a potential delay from earlier rumors suggesting a March release.
Interestingly, the rumored launch date coincides with the speculated lifting of the review embargo. This leaves consumers with little time to research and compare reviews before making a purchase decision. While waiting is always an option, the previous RTX 50-series launches suggest these new GPUs could sell out quickly and remain scarce for some time.
The RTX 5060 series launch holds significant potential for PC gamers. The potential for MSRP availability, albeit uncertain in duration, offers a glimmer of hope for reasonable pricing. However, the tight turnaround between announcement, launch, and review embargo could put consumers in a difficult position. Until Nvidia provides official confirmation, we can only speculate and wait for concrete details on these new graphics cards.
