Is Nvidia Crazy?? (RTX 4090 Ti rumors, used GPUs market) - TalkLinked #8
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This TalkLinked episode dives into the murky world of Nvidia rumors, focusing on the potential RTX 40 series and what it could mean for the GPU market. The hosts discuss the credibility of Kopite7kimi as a leaker, noting past accurate predictions while acknowledging that these are still rumors. They explore why Nvidia might accelerate a launch to beat Intel Arc to market, including the strategic significance of a mid to high end RTX 40 lineup and the possibility of a China-first rollout for entry level GPUs. The discussion also analyzes how architectural changes, possibly Lovelace, could deliver substantial performance improvements, while questioned whether such gains could be achieved without prohibitive power consumption increases. Throughout the dialogue, they compare the rumored specs against current cards like the 3090 and 3090 Ti, and consider how memory type and clock speeds could influence real-world performance. They also connect market dynamics to the crypto crash, predicting a flood of used GPUs and the broader impact on MSRP and availability as Nvidia strategizes to avoid pricing shocks for consumers.
Topics · technology · hardware · gaming · market_analysis
Questions answered
- What is the rumored launch timing for Nvidia's RTX 40 series and why might Nvidia push it forward?
- The hosts discuss rumors suggesting a mid-year or July launch, with emphasis on gaining an early lead before Intel Arc desktop GPUs. They suggest market competition and potential crypto-market shifts as motivations for pushing a faster release.
- Could Lovelace bring double the performance of the RTX 3090, and what caveats are there?
- The discussion notes rumors of substantial performance gains under Lovelace but highlights skepticism about achieving double the performance without architectural changes and power efficiency challenges.
- Why might Nvidia delay or adjust pricing based on crypto market conditions?
- The panel links crypto crashes to a possible glut of GPUs entering the used market, which could pressure prices. They discuss Nvidia needing to avoid repeating mid-range price misalignment and inventory issues seen in prior generations.