- RTX 5090: Worst-case stock ETA of 16 weeks (late May).
- RTX 5080: Expected restock within 2-6 weeks (by mid-March).
- Retailer: Overclockers UK reports no new pre-orders until current orders are fulfilled.
Nvidia’s latest GPUs, the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, are experiencing severe stock shortages. Overclockers UK (OCUK), a major retailer, has announced that pre-orders for these models are no longer being accepted due to a lack of availability. The RTX 5090 could take up to 16 weeks before it’s available for purchase again, pushing us into late May. The RTX 5080 fares slightly better, with an ETA of 2 to 6 weeks, meaning mid-March at the earliest.
The Impact of a “Paper Launch”
This delay isn’t surprising given the widespread issues in the GPU market. Nvidia’s release of the RTX 5000 series has been heavily criticized for its “paper launch” nature—where launch announcements happen, but the stock doesn’t match the demand. Nvidia’s Blackwell chip (used in both the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080) is in high demand for AI graphics cards, further limiting availability for gamers.
What About the RTX 5070?
With stock levels for the RTX 5090 and 5080 in turmoil, the spotlight is now on the RTX 5070. Rumors suggest that it could launch as early as February, offering a potential solution for gamers eager to upgrade their rigs. While it’s unclear how quickly RTX 5070 will be available, it could provide some relief in the mid-range market, especially as AMD gears up to release its RX 9070 series in March.
In Conclusion
Until then, Nvidia’s GPU stock situation looks bleak. Gamers will likely have to wait several weeks, if not months, for the next opportunity to grab an RTX 5090 or RTX 5080. Keep an eye on our guides for updates on availability at major retailers.
Via Tom’s Hardware.
