Rumored RTX 5080 Super is delayed, while GPU prices are rocketing upwards

Nvidia's highly anticipated RTX 5080 Super graphics card, rumored to be released in January 2027, appears to be facing a delay, according to fresh reports. Amidst this uncertainty, GPU prices have been skyrocketing, causing significant concern among consumers and industry experts alike. VideoCardz revealed that the 24GB version of the RTX 5080 Super is now delayed, as board manufacturing partners have not received design details since October.

This delay, combined with the ongoing memory shortage, has led to a surge in GPU prices, with high-end models experiencing particularly steep increases. For instance, the RTX 5080 has risen by 39% in the US and 40% in Germany in the past month, while the RTX 5090 has reached an astonishing $9,400 in the US, 370% above its MSRP. Even lower-end GPUs, such as the RTX 5050 and RTX 5060, have seen price hikes of 35% and 13% respectively over the past month.

This trend of escalating GPU prices is not limited to the high-end market, as lower-tier models are also experiencing significant price inflation. With no clear resolution in sight, consumers may need to act swiftly during Black Friday to secure a graphics card before further price hikes take effect.