NVIDIA Halts GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, Plans to Cease RTX 5060 Ti 16GB Production
NVIDIA has made significant changes to its graphic card lineup, halting the production of the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. This announcement came from ASUS, a leading manufacturer and a key partner for NVIDIA. According to ASUS, the RTX 5070 Ti is now considered to be in an end-of-life status due to a supply shortage.
NVIDIA’s Production Halts: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
Reports indicate that the supply constraints have significantly affected the availability of the RTX 5070 Ti models at retailers. Consequently, prices for this particular graphics card have surged as demand outstrips supply. NVIDIA has acknowledged the situation, with a statement confirming that while the series is officially still in production, a high demand has led to dwindling inventory levels.
Current Market Dynamics
- GeForce RTX 5070 Ti production halted by NVIDIA.
- Supply shortage has led to increased prices and scarce availability.
- NVIDIA confirms the series is still in production but with limited inventory.
In addition to the RTX 5070 Ti, NVIDIA is also shifting focus away from the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB version. Reports suggest that resources are being redirected to the more compact RTX 5060 Ti 8GB variant. This change is partly due to a massive DRAM shortage impacting graphics memory supplies, including GDDR7 memory.
Future Availability and Releases
The reduced stock of the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB is causing similar pricing pressures, reflecting the ongoing scarcity. The RTX 5060, without the Ti designation, is expected to remain a priority for NVIDIA in this segment.
Previously anticipated launches, such as the RTX 50 “SUPER” refresh at CES, have been postponed. ASUS revealed that the original plans for this launch were altered due to the high-capacity GDDR7 memory shortage. AIBs (Add-In Board partners) are reportedly frustrated by these abrupt changes in strategy.
As NVIDIA navigates these supply chain challenges, the company is working closely with suppliers to maximize memory availability. The focus for future production will be on meeting the ongoing demand for various GeForce RTX models amidst these constraints.
