Nvidia GPU Roadmap Shifts: RTX 50 Super Series Delayed & RTX 60 Launch Uncertain

Ongoing memory shortages and shifting production priorities push Nvidia’s next-generation GPU timeline further into late 2026 and beyond.

Hardware by Godrics01 on Nov 10, 2025

The RTX 50 series has been available for nearly a year now, and typically, people would already be discussing new models or next-generation GPUs. There have been rumours and predictions that Nvidia was preparing the RTX 50 Super series for an early 2026 launch.

But recent events suggest that this may no longer be the case. The planned schedule for these GPUs has changed, and potential delays could push back the launch of the RTX60 series.

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A look at the plans for the RTX 50 Super Series

The RTX 50 Super range was initially expected to include products like the RTX 5080 Super, RTX 5070 Ti Super, and RTX 5070 Super. People thought that the RTX 5080 Super would have the same core setup as the current RTX 5080, but with faster clock rates and more VRAM, from 16GB to 24GB, using new 3GB memory chips.

It was also reported that the RTX 5070 Ti Super will retain its core count but receive faster core and memory clocks, along with increased VRAM, increasing from 16GB to 24GB.

People thought the RTX 5070 Super would be a bigger improvement. It was reported that the specifications would increase from 12GB to 18GB of VRAM and from 48 to 50 streaming multiprocessors. These improvements will not significantly alter the raw performance.

Still, they will let people play the newest games at their highest settings without any problems. Rumours about the price suggest the RTX 5070 Super might cost between $499 and $550, which would be a good balance of memory and performance.

Different Information About the Timeline

MegaizGPU, another industry source, stated that the RTX 50 Super series has not been cancelled, but rather pushed back. The new release date is expected in the third quarter of 2026, later than the original launch in the first quarter.

If this is true, the project is almost a year behind schedule. This delay has people wondering about the release schedule for the RTX60 series, since Nvidia won't ship both product lines within a few months of each other.

Depending on how easily the parts can be obtained and how long it takes to manufacture them, this could push the RTX 60 series back to early 2027 or later. The primary reason is a shortage of memory, primarily caused by the rapid growth in demand for AI technology.

AI and GPU manufacturing overlap, leading to competition for advanced memory modules. This has made it more difficult for consumers to locate products.

The Bigger Effect on Future GPU Releases

AI development continues to impact the semiconductor industry, diverting resources that would have otherwise been allocated to making gaming GPUs. Nvidia may be placing more emphasis on AI hardware than on consumer graphics cards because it has invested heavily in this area. This could explain the limited movement in the RTX 50 lineup and the delayed update timetable.

The RTX50 Super series is expected to be at least 3 to 6 months late, if not cancelled, based on current progress. Nvidia might abandon the entire portfolio and focus on the RTX 60 series instead if the delays persist for much longer. The RTX 60 series may still be delayed slightly, and it might not be released until the first or second quarter of 2027, rather than late 2026.

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The state of the market and the competition

Nvidia doesn't have much competition at the moment. Intel is advancing GPU technology, but it is still behind in terms of speed and efficiency. The RX 9000 series from AMD has seen some improvements, but it has faced fluctuating prices and limited availability.

AMD's high-end GPUs don't currently compete with Nvidia's RTX 5090 or RTX 5080, so Nvidia doesn't have much need to accelerate the release of new products.

AMD is investing more in AI development than in its Radeon division. Because there isn't much competition, Nvidia can take its time rolling out the RTX 50 Super and RTX 60 without worrying about losing market share.

Final Thoughts

The RTX50 Super series is experiencing production issues due to memory shortages, which could delay or even cancel the launch. Suppose the Super lineup doesn't emerge by the middle of 2026. In that case, the company may adjust its plans and focus directly on the RTX 60 series instead.

Nvidia is the clear leader in both the gaming and AI hardware sectors, which enables it to set the pace for new releases. This means users will have stable but limited GPU alternatives until 2026, and any major new generation could be pushed back to 2027.

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