NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
NVIDIA · Enthusiast
The current consumer flagship, and a major step up for local AI thanks to 32GB of fast GDDR7 memory and enormous bandwidth. The extra 8GB over the 4090 lifts the ceiling on model size, and the bandwidth speeds up generation noticeably.
Specifications
| VRAM | 32GB |
|---|---|
| Memory bandwidth | 1792 GB/s |
| Power draw | 575W |
| Type | gpu |
Enthusiast pricing, and availability has been tight since launch. Treat any figure as indicative and check current retail.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090: common questions
- What models can the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 run?
- With 32GB of VRAM it can run models up to roughly 50B parameters at a 4-bit quantisation, or smaller models with more context. Use the hardware matrix for specifics; these figures are approximate.
- How much power does the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 draw?
- About 575W under load, so pair it with a power supply that has real headroom.
Strengths
- 32GB comfortably runs strong models up to around 32B at good quantisations
- Very high memory bandwidth, which speeds up generation
- Current-generation CUDA support across every major engine
Weaknesses
- High power draw and heat, needing a strong power supply and cooling
- Enthusiast pricing, often above official figures
- Still 32GB, so the largest models need quantisation or a second card
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Entry last verified 30 July 2026. Specifications and especially prices change; verify before buying.