A Shift in the GPU Landscape
For gamers anticipating a refresh of NVIDIA’s current graphics card lineup, the wait might be longer than expected. According to new reports from credible hardware leakers, the widely rumored GeForce RTX 50 “SUPER” series has likely been pushed back. Instead of a potential early 2026 launch, the new models may not arrive until the third quarter of the year.
This information comes amidst a separate report warning of impending shortages for a specific, well-regarded current-generation card. Together, these rumors paint a picture of a shifting timeline and potential supply challenges for PC builders looking to upgrade in the near future.
The SUPER Delay: From Q1 to Q3 2026
The original speculation pointed towards a SUPER series announcement at CES 2026 in January, followed by a release soon after. The latest information, however, suggests a launch around Q3 2026, which could mean a reveal at a later event or even a quieter launch without a major press conference.
No cancellation yet, just delayed. Now planned to launch in 26Q3, previously set to launch in 26Q1. https://t.co/C3RmFv1uIq
— MEGAsizeGPU (@Zed__Wang) November 7, 2025
Industry watchers note that NVIDIA’s focus has overwhelmingly shifted towards AI and data center products in recent years. A delay in a consumer GPU refresh would align with this strategic priority. It’s crucial to remember that NVIDIA has never officially confirmed the existence of an RTX 50 SUPER series, so discussing it as a “delay” is based entirely on the shifting timeline of industry rumors.
The Root of the Problem: A Memory Module Shortage?
The reason behind the alleged delay appears to be a supply issue. The RTX 50 SUPER series was rumored to be primarily a “3GB module upgrade,” meaning each GPU would see a VRAM capacity increase by using new 3GB GDDR7 memory chips.
5060 Ti 16G will be in short supply very soon. https://t.co/PA8yslFHKY
— MEGAsizeGPU (@Zed__Wang) November 7, 2025
The leaker indicates that NVIDIA may not have secured enough contracts for these higher-capacity GDDR7 modules, leading to the revised timeline. This same supply constraint is reportedly already affecting the current lineup. The leaker also noted that the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB model is expected to face short supply soon.
This model uses twice as many memory modules as its 8GB counterpart, making it more vulnerable to any bottlenecks in the memory production line. For consumers, this means the 16GB variant, often preferred for its future-proofing, could become increasingly difficult to purchase at its intended price.
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What This Means for Your Next Upgrade
If these reports hold true, they suggest a longer lifecycle for the current RTX 50 series models without a direct refresh until late 2026. For those planning a build, it may be wiser to purchase a current card like the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB sooner rather than later if stock is a concern, rather than waiting for a SUPER variant that is still over a year away.