Nvidia's 24 GB RTX 5080 may launch as early as December 2026

Nvidia is preparing a GeForce RTX 5080 with 24 GB of VRAM, 50% more than the current 16 GB model. Board Channels reports a launch window of December 2026 to January 2027, likely at CES 2027. The 16 GB RTX 5080 and RTX 5090D V2 will be discontinued for the Chinese market.

• The RTX 5080 24 GB offers 50% more VRAM than the 16 GB model
• Launch window is December 2026 to January 2027, likely at CES 2027
• Nvidia has about two months of 16 GB RTX 5080 inventory left
• The 24 GB RTX 5080 will be the only flagship sold in China