Get Ready to Game: Nvidia RTX 5050 Laptops Hit Stores, Desktop Version Gets Surprise July 1st Debut
Get Ready to Game: Nvidia RTX 5050 Laptops Hit Stores, Desktop Version Gets Surprise July 1st Debut
Nvidia is shaking up the entry-level gaming market with the official announcement of its new RTX 5050 mobile GPU, now powering a wave of new laptops hitting shelves worldwide. But that’s not all – in a surprising move, the desktop version of the RTX 5050 is reportedly being fast-tracked for a July 1st launch, significantly earlier than initially anticipated.
The RTX 5050 mobile GPU is designed to bring next-gen performance to more affordable gaming laptops. Based on the GB207 GPU architecture, it boasts 2,560 CUDA cores, 8GB of GDDR7 VRAM, a 128-bit memory interface, and 384 GB/s of memory bandwidth. With a 115W TDP, it matches the RTX 5060 in power draw, promising robust performance for its class. Early benchmarks suggest a notable generational leap, with the RTX 5050 mobile outperforming its RTX 4050 predecessor by up to 27% in tests like Port Royal, making it a compelling upgrade for budget-conscious gamers.
Gamers eager to get their hands on these new machines won’t have to wait. RTX 5050-powered laptops are already shipping to retailers globally, with models starting around $999 in the US and 6,559 yuan (approximately $913) in China. Major manufacturers like Asus and Mechrevo are among the first to announce entry-level gaming laptops featuring this new GPU.
Meanwhile, the desktop gaming community is abuzz with news of the RTX 5050 desktop model. Originally slated for a late July release, Nvidia has reportedly informed its AIB partners of an accelerated launch date: July 1st. This sudden change has apparently caught some partners off guard, raising questions about immediate stock availability on launch day. The desktop RTX 5050 is expected to utilize the GB207-300 die with 2,560 CUDA cores, mirroring its mobile counterpart, and is anticipated to feature GDDR7 VRAM with a 130W TDP.
This aggressive rollout for the RTX 5050 series signals Nvidia’s intent to capture the entry-level and mainstream gaming segments with its latest architecture. With laptops now available and a desktop version just days away, the new RTX 5050 is set to make a significant impact on the gaming hardware landscape this summer.
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