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| Nvidia is rumoured to show off the RTX 50 Super lineup at CES 2027 |
Could Nvidia be planning a mid-generation refresh that finally delivers the VRAM enthusiasts have been craving?
At this point, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 Super line of graphics cards seems like a pipe dream. With the gaming community still reeling from the limited availability and controversial pricing of the original RTX 50 series, whispers of a "Super" refresh have been met with understandable skepticism. All hope is not lost, though, as leakers are optimistic about a CES 2027 reveal. Sure, it might cost an arm and a leg, but the extra VRAM will definitely come in handy for those who can afford it.
Power Draw Numbers Surface on Seasonic's Calculator
The rumor mill is churning once again, this time with concrete-looking figures appearing in an unexpected place. Videocardz has now spotted its top-spec model—the RTX 5080 Super—on Seasonic's PSU Wattage calculator, a tool designed to help builders determine the appropriate power supply for their systems. This kind of listing often suggests that manufacturers are preparing for the eventual release of these cards, even if Nvidia remains silent.
The graphics card is said to draw about 415 Watts at its peak, notably higher than the 360 Watts drawn by the regular RTX 5080. That figure aligns with an earlier leak, which predicted the RTX 5080 Super's power draw to be 420 Watts. Whether or not it will use the controversial 12VHPWR supply remains to be seen. At that power draw, it seems plausible.
RTX 5080 Super: The Specs That Matter
Alongside the noticeably high power draw, the RTX 5080 Super will also offer 24 GB of GDDR7 VRAM and a full GB203 GPU with 10,752 CUDA cores. For context, the vanilla RTX 5080 ships with 16 GB of VRAM and a cut-down version of the same chip. The additional 8 GB of memory could make the Super variant significantly more attractive for 4K gaming and AI workloads, potentially bridging the gap between gaming and professional-grade cards.
The Rest of the Super Lineup
Next, Seasonic's website states that the RTX 5070 Ti Super has a peak power draw of 350 Watts (up from 300 Watts on the RTX 5070 Ti), and the RTX 5070 Super caps out at 275 Watts (up from 250 Watts on the RTX 5070). The RTX 5070 Ti Super is tipped to match the RTX 5080 Super and offer 24 GB of GDDR7 VRAM, while the RTX 5070 Super will offer 18 GB (6x 3 GB modules), making it one of the first consumer GPUs to offer that much video memory.
The AI Elephant in the Room
As always, Nvidia has yet to acknowledge the existence of an RTX 50 Super lineup. And given how much of Nvidia's attention is now focused on AI, don't be surprised if the cards end up playing second fiddle at CES 2027—assuming they show up at all. The company's data center business continues to dwarf its gaming division in terms of revenue, and many industry observers worry that consumer GPUs are becoming an afterthought.
What This Means for Gamers and Builders
For those planning a high-end build in 2027, the potential RTX 50 Super lineup presents both opportunities and challenges. The increased VRAM across the board is a welcome development, particularly as games continue to demand more memory for high-resolution textures and ray tracing. However, the significant power draw increases—particularly on the 5080 Super—will require robust power supplies and adequate cooling solutions.
The decision to use 3 GB GDDR7 modules on the RTX 5070 Super is particularly interesting, as it suggests Nvidia is experimenting with new memory configurations that could trickle down to future generations. This could be a testbed for more efficient memory architectures that eventually make their way into the RTX 60 series.
The Bottom Line
With CES 2027 still months away, it's anyone's guess whether these specs will materialize into actual products. But for those holding out hope for a more powerful RTX 50 series, the signs are becoming harder to ignore. Whether you're looking to upgrade from an older card or building a new system from scratch, the rumored Super lineup might just be worth the wait—provided you've budgeted for a beefier power supply.
Would you consider upgrading to an RTX 50 Super card, or are you waiting for the next generation entirely? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Source : Seasonic via Videocardz