Nvidia Is Finally Doing Something About the RAM Apocalypse
Gizmodo • • general
Key Points:
- Nvidia is addressing the VRAM shortage affecting its RTX 50-series GPUs by introducing a 12GB VRAM version of the mobile GeForce RTX 5070, up from the original 8GB, to enhance gaming performance on laptops.
- The new 12GB configuration uses 24Gb GDDR7 memory modules, recently released by Micron, which provide faster, high-bandwidth RAM for GPUs.
- This update aims to improve gaming experiences at higher resolutions like 1440p and 4K on lower-end laptops, offering more options for entry-level consumers amid rising GPU prices.
- Nvidia has not announced similar VRAM upgrades for desktop RTX 5070 GPUs or higher-end models, leaving uncertainty about broader improvements across its product line.
- The move reflects Nvidia’s strategy to maximize memory availability and meet strong demand while navigating ongoing supply constraints in the GPU market.
