NVIDIA Unleashes GeForce RTX 4090 and 4080 GPUs: A New Era of Graphics Performance
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The highly anticipated next generation of NVIDIA graphics cards has arrived. Following numerous teasers and hints during the GeForce Beyond event, NVIDIA has officially launched the GeForce RTX 4090 and RTX 4080 GPUs, powered by the cutting-edge Ada Lovelace architecture and boasting significant performance enhancements.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Founders Edition Graphics CardImage: NVIDIA
RTX 4090: The New Flagship GPU
Leading the charge is the RTX 4090. This powerhouse features a staggering 24GB of GDDR6X memory, 16,384 CUDA cores, a base clock speed of 2.23GHz, and a boost clock reaching 2.52GHz. NVIDIA claims performance improvements of 2 to 4 times over the RTX 3090 Ti, while maintaining the same power consumption as the previous generation. A minimum 850W power supply is recommended when paired with a Ryzen 5900X processor.
RTX 4080: Dual Configurations for Diverse Needs
The RTX 4080 will be available in two configurations: 12GB and 16GB of GDDR6X memory. These configurations differ in more than just memory capacity. The 12GB variant packs 7,680 CUDA cores, a 2.31GHz base clock, and a boost clock up to 2.61GHz. The 16GB model boasts 9,728 CUDA cores, a 2.21GHz base clock, and a boost up to 2.51GHz. Power consumption recommendations are 700W for the 12GB model and 750W for the 16GB variant.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Founders Edition Graphics CardImage: NVIDIA
DLSS 3 and Enhanced ShadowPlay: Elevating the Gaming Experience
Beyond raw specifications, the RTX 4000 series incorporates new technologies, including DLSS 3 and enhanced ShadowPlay support. DLSS 3 leverages third-generation RT cores, designed for superior ray tracing performance. This allows DLSS 3 to analyze current and previous frames to predict scene changes, resulting in near-doubled frame rates in NVIDIA’s Microsoft Flight Simulator demonstration. DLSS 3 aims to mitigate CPU bottlenecks while boosting frame rates. Furthermore, the upgraded ShadowPlay technology supports 8K HDR recording at 60 FPS using AV1-enabled NVENC encoding, enhancing streaming and recording performance.
RTX 4000 Series Specifications and Pricing
| Feature | RTX 4090 | RTX 4080 (16GB) | RTX 4080 (12GB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memory | 24GB GDDR6X | 16GB GDDR6X | 12GB GDDR6X |
| Memory Bus | 384-bit | 256-bit | 192-bit |
| CUDA Cores | 16,384 | 9,728 | 7,680 |
| Boost Clock | 2.52GHz | 2.51GHz | 2.61GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 450W | 320W | 285W |
| PSU Recommended | 850W | 750W | 700W |
| Release Date | October 12th | November | November |
| Price (USD) | $1,599 | $1,199 | $899 |
The Future of Gaming Graphics is Here
The RTX 4090 will launch on October 12th with a starting price of $1,599, followed by the RTX 4080 (12GB and 16GB) in November, priced at $899 and $1,199, respectively. With a substantial leap in performance and innovative features, the RTX 4000 series promises to redefine the gaming landscape.
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