NVIDIA selects Samsung's GDDR7 memory for upcoming GeForce RTX 50 GPUs

NVIDIA has chosen Samsung's GDDR7 memory for its upcoming GeForce RTX 50 "Blackwell" gaming GPUs, marking a shift from previous models that primarily used Micron's memory. This decision highlights Samsung's successful entry into the GDDR7 market. The new RTX 50 lineup will feature both 28 Gbps and 32 Gbps GDDR7 memory, with the RTX 5080 using the faster 32 Gbps option. The RTX 5090 will utilize the 28 Gbps memory, offering significant bandwidth improvements over the RTX 4090. Samsung's GDDR7 modules are expected to support higher speeds in the future, with current offerings of 16Gb and 24Gb modules. The RTX 50 series is set to launch at CES 2025, with products available in January.