NVIDIA and AMD announced new graphics cards at CES 2025: What We Know
At the CES 2025 exhibition in Las Vegas, NVIDIA and AMD revealed their new lines of graphics accelerators, which impressed both industry experts and gamers, especially with NVIDIA's presentation. Reactions to these announcements ranged from excitement to cautious optimism, as the prices of the flagship models turned out to be less than favorable.
NVIDIA RTX 5000: Innovations and Pricing Policy
The presentation by NVIDIA began with an emotional introduction from CEO Jensen Huang, who reminded the audience of the importance of artificial intelligence in the modern world. His famous leather jacket was replaced with a more casual style, highlighting the informal atmosphere of the event. During the presentation, four models of discrete graphics cards were unveiled.
The key features of the RTX 5090 are impressive: 92 billion transistors, 21,760 CUDA cores, 32 GB of GDDR7 memory, and a 512-bit bus. The card promises 1792 GB/s bandwidth with a TDP of 575W.
The RTX 5090 in its reference design is compact, with an effective cooling system featuring a vapor chamber and two fans. The flagship will be priced at $1 999.
Additionally, the company presented:
- RTX 5080 (10,752 CUDA cores, 16 GB GDDR7, TDP of 360W) for $999;
- RTX 5070 Ti (8960 CUDA cores, 16 GB GDDR7, TDP of 300W) for $749;
- RTX 5070 (6144 CUDA cores, 12 GB GDDR7, TDP of 250W) for $549.
The entire lineup will support DLSS 4, which doubles performance compared to the RTX 4000 series.
Mobile Versions of RTX 5000
NVIDIA did not forget about the laptop, introducing a lineup of mobile graphics accelerators: GeForce RTX 5090, RTX 5080, RTX 5070 Ti, and RTX 5070. These new products, based on the Blackwell architecture, demonstrate not only high performance but also energy efficiency while maintaining compact size.
All models are equipped with the latest GDDR7 memory, ensuring low energy consumption and increased battery life for laptops. The Max-Q technology allowed gaming laptops to be slimmed down to 14.9 mm, making them more convenient for use and transport.
- RTX 5090: 24 GB GDDR7 memory with a 256-bit bus, 10,496 CUDA cores, and TDP ranging from 95 to 150W. AI performance reaches 1,824 TOPS;
- RTX 5080: 16 GB GDDR7, 7,680 CUDA cores, TGP up to 150W;
- RTX 5070 Ti: 12 GB GDDR7, 5,888 CUDA cores, and TDP up to 115W;
- RTX 5070: 8 GB GDDR7, 4,608 CUDA cores, and energy consumption up to 100W.
Release Dates
The higher-end RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 will be available for purchase on January 30, 2025, while the more affordable RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5070 will hit the market in February-March. The first laptops with the new NVIDIA graphics will begin to appear in stores in the spring of this year.
Reaction from Gaming Publications and Users
Publications like IGN and PC Gamer called the RTX 5090 a "revolutionary card that changes the game." Journalists noted that thanks to DLSS 4, even the more affordable models in the RTX 5000 series deliver performance comparable to the RTX 4090.
However, there was some criticism. Many users on social media expressed dissatisfaction with the high price of the flagship model and the increased thermal package (575W). Users with less powerful systems are concerned about needing to buy new power supplies and improve cooling.
Nevertheless, more affordable models like the RTX 5070 have generated a lot of interest among gamers, promising incredible power at a reasonable price.
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AMD Radeon RX 9000: Focus on AI and Optimization
AMD unveiled the Radeon RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT graphics cards, built on the new RDNA 4 architecture, but did not reveal any specifications for these upcoming models. Bits of information are being leaked by third-party manufacturers, but there is hope that more details will emerge by the end of the exhibition.
Technical Aspects and Innovations:
- Reworked compute units significantly improve ray tracing;
- Support for AI accelerators that enhance performance and image quality;
- 16 GB of GDDR6 memory in both models.
Release Dates
Both the AMD Radeon RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT will be available in the first quarter of 2025, with exact release dates and pricing to be announced later.
Audience Reaction
Tech portals like Tom's Hardware and WCCFTech gave a positive review of AMD's attempt to compete with DLSS. However, the lack of detailed specifications was criticized. Reddit users pointed out that AMD often makes bold statements but delays releases.
Fans of the brand remain optimistic. ASUS confirmed the release of factory-overclocked cards with advanced cooling systems, which added confidence in the reliability of the new products.
Comparison of the Two Giants
Advantages of NVIDIA RTX 5000:
- The highest performance, especially in the RTX 5090;
- DLSS 4 technology, which makes games smoother even on lower-end models;
- Lower pricing for the RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti compared to the previous generation.
Advantages of AMD Radeon RX 9000:
- More focus on improving image quality through FSR 4;
- More affordable pricing (the RX 9070 is expected to be cheaper than the RTX 5070 Ti);
- Energy efficiency of RDNA 4-based solutions.
Criticism:
- NVIDIA is criticized for the high price of its flagship models and the need to upgrade PCs;
- AMD is criticized for the lack of details and potential delays.
Results of CES: Which graphics camp do you prefer?
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CES 2025 confirmed that the graphics industry is on the verge of a new era. NVIDIA focuses on innovations and absolute performance, while AMD offers alternative solutions focused on optimization.
The community's reaction showed that gamers and professionals appreciate the choice provided by both companies. NVIDIA continues to lead in the high-end segment, but AMD is actively catching up, offering interesting solutions for the mass market.
