New GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs Accelerate Creative Performance
New GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs — built on the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture — are now available to power generative AI content creation and accelerate creative performance.
GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs feature fifth-generation Tensor Cores with support for FP4, reducing the VRAM requirements to run generative AI models while doubling performance. For example, Black Forest Labs’ FLUX models — available on Hugging Face this week — at FP4 precision require less than 10GB of VRAM, compared with over 23GB at FP16. With a GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, the FLUX.1 [dev] model can generate images in just over five seconds, compared with 15 seconds on FP16 or 10 seconds on FP8 on a GeForce RTX 4090 GPU.
GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs: Key Features
GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs also come equipped with ninth-generation encoders and sixth-generation decoders that add support for 4:2:2 and increase encoding quality for HEVC and AV1. Fourth-generation RT Cores paired with DLSS 4 provide creators with super-smooth 3D rendering viewports.
GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs: Specifications
The GeForce RTX 5090 GPU includes 32GB of ultra-fast GDDR7 memory and 1,792 GB/sec of total memory bandwidth — a 77% bandwidth increase over the GeForce RTX 4090 GPU. It also includes three encoders and two decoders, reducing export times by a third compared with the prior generation.
The GeForce RTX 5080 GPU features 16GB of GDDR7 memory, providing up to 960 GB/sec of total memory bandwidth — a 34% increase over the GeForce RTX 4080 GPU. And it includes two encoders and two decoders to boost video editing workloads.
Lights, Camera, Broadcast
The latest NVIDIA Broadcast app release features two new AI effects — Studio Voice and Virtual Key Light — both currently in beta.
Studio Voice enhances a user’s microphone to match that of a high-quality microphone. Virtual Key Light relights subjects to deliver even lighting, as if a physical key light was defining the form and dimension of an individual. The new effects require a GeForce RTX 4080 or 5080 GPU or higher, and are designed for chatting streams and podcasts — these are not recommended for gaming.
Accelerating Creative Workflows
For video editors, all GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs include 4:2:2 hardware support and can decode a single video source at up to 8K at 75 frames per second (fps) or nine video sources at 4K at 30 fps per decoder, enabling smooth multi-camera video editing.
Conclusion
The GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs are designed to accelerate creative performance and power generative AI content creation. With their advanced features and capabilities, these GPUs are ideal for professionals and enthusiasts alike who require high-performance graphics processing for demanding applications.
FAQs
Q: What are the key features of the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs?
A: The GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs feature fifth-generation Tensor Cores with support for FP4, ninth-generation encoders and sixth-generation decoders, and fourth-generation RT Cores paired with DLSS 4.
Q: What is the difference between the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs?
A: The GeForce RTX 5090 GPU includes 32GB of ultra-fast GDDR7 memory and 1,792 GB/sec of total memory bandwidth, while the GeForce RTX 5080 GPU features 16GB of GDDR7 memory and 960 GB/sec of total memory bandwidth.
Q: What are the benefits of using the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs for video editing?
A: The GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs provide fast video editing performance, with the ability to decode a single video source at up to 8K at 75 fps or nine video sources at 4K at 30 fps per decoder.
Q: What is the NVIDIA Broadcast app and what are its features?
A: The NVIDIA Broadcast app is a software application that provides AI-powered audio and video effects for streaming and video conferencing. Its features include Studio Voice, Virtual Key Light, and more.
Q: Can I use the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs for gaming?
A: While the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs are designed for creative applications, they can also be used for gaming. However, they are not recommended for gaming due to their high power consumption and limited cooling capabilities.
