RTX 5080 Super: What We Know So Far (and Whether to Buy the RTX 5080 Now)

The RTX 5080 Super is, right now, one of the most-searched graphics cards on Google — and yet it still can’t be bought. NVIDIA hasn’t confirmed an official release date, and several leaks point to a delay into 2027, even though a launch in the second half of 2026 was rumored earlier. While the wait drags on, here’s what we actually know, and why the current RTX 5080 is still the sensible choice if you need to upgrade your PC right now.

What would change on the RTX 5080 Super vs. the current RTX 5080

Based on current leaks and specification databases, the RTX 5080 Super would keep the same GB203 chip and the same CUDA core count as the current RTX 5080 (10,752), so raw compute power would barely change. The real difference is memory: it would go from 16GB GDDR7 to 24GB GDDR7, with slightly higher bandwidth, and a noticeably higher power draw — 415W versus 360W on the regular version.

Is it worth waiting for the Super?

For most gamers, probably not. If the CUDA core count stays the same, the raw in-game performance jump will be modest — the Super’s selling point looks like it’s almost entirely the 24GB of VRAM, which really only matters in specific scenarios: professional 3D rendering, running large local generative-AI models, or maxed-out textures in the most demanding games. For regular gaming, even at 4K, the current RTX 5080’s 16GB is still more than enough in 2026.

And with the release date unconfirmed — and leaks pointing to a delay into 2027 — waiting means, in practice, waiting with no idea for how long. If you need to build or upgrade your PC now, buying the current RTX 5080 remains the option with the least uncertainty.

These RTX 5080 Super specifications are based on unofficial leaks; as of publication, the card has not been officially launched by NVIDIA and this data may change.