This summer, NVIDIA is expanding access to next-gen gaming performance with the introduction of the GeForce RTX 5050 desktop graphics cards and GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPUs—bringing the cutting-edge Blackwell RTX architecture to even more gamers, starting at just $249 for desktops and $999 for laptops.
Whether you're stepping into RTX for the first time or upgrading from older hardware, the RTX 5050 delivers a major boost in performance, efficiency, and features—perfect for esports enthusiasts, students, content creators, and home theater setups.
Smarter, Faster Gaming with RTX 5050
Take your gameplay to the next level in popular competitive titles like Counter-Strike 2, Marvel Rivals, and Apex Legends with NVIDIA Reflex, now supported in over 150 games. Dive into immersive single-player worlds like Cyberpunk 2077 and Avowed with ray tracing, boosted by the latest DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation—offering smoother frame rates and richer visuals.
With over 800 games and applications accelerated by GeForce RTX, including 125+ with DLSS Multi Frame Generation, the RTX 5050 is your ticket to future-ready performance.
Why RTX 5050? Perfect for:
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Gamers upgrading from GTX 1650, RTX 3050, or older generations
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First-time RTX users looking for an affordable entry point
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Students needing performance for both play and productivity
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Compact, energy-efficient builds requiring lower power draw
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Anyone wanting next-gen gaming without breaking the bank
Desktop GPUs: GeForce RTX 5050 Arrives in July
Launching in late July, RTX 5050 desktop cards will hit store shelves with models from leading AIB partners including ASUS, GIGABYTE, MSI, ZOTAC, Palit, and more. Starting at $249, you’ll find both stock-clocked and factory-overclocked options.
Key Specs:
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2,560 NVIDIA Blackwell CUDA Cores
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8GB GDDR6 VRAM on a 128-bit memory bus
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130W TDP (powered by a single PCIe 8-pin cable)
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Base Clock: 2.31GHz+
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5th Gen Tensor Cores & 4th Gen RT Cores
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9th Gen NVENC & 6th Gen NVDEC
Compared to the previous-gen RTX 3050, the RTX 5050 is up to 60% faster in traditional rasterized performance and 4X faster in DLSS-accelerated games. For those on a GTX 1650, the gains are even more dramatic.
Laptops With RTX 5050 Available Now – Starting at $999
RTX 5050-powered laptops are already hitting retailers globally, starting at $999. These models combine top-tier performance with lightweight design and extended battery life—made possible by GDDR7 VRAM, offering 2X the energy efficiency of GDDR6.
Laptop GPU Highlights:
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2,560 Blackwell CUDA Cores
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8GB GDDR7 VRAM @ 24 Gbps
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As thin as 15mm and as light as 1.3kg
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Silent, cool operation for gaming and productivity
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Up to 2.4X faster raster performance and 4X+ gains with DLSS 4 vs. RTX 3050 Laptop GPUs
Step Up to RTX With Confidence
With RTX 5050, NVIDIA is making premium gaming experiences more accessible than ever. DLSS 4, ray tracing, Reflex, and neural rendering deliver powerful upgrades for every kind of gamer. Whether you're on a desktop or laptop, you’ll enjoy improved responsiveness, better visuals, and future-proofed support for modern titles.
Stay tuned for the next GeForce Game Ready Driver coming in early July, which adds full support for the RTX 5050 lineup. Pre-installed drivers are included with laptops shipping today.
Want More?
For updates on upcoming RTX titles, new technologies, driver releases, and future product announcements, visit GeForce.com and bookmark the homepage.
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