It might not be the news everyone wants, but it’s the truth. Everyone’s eagerly waiting for Nvidia to drop the 50 series laptop GPUs, but they haven’t even released the 50 series for desktops yet! Based on past releases, desktop GPUs usually debut around Q1, and laptop versions follow the next year. So, don’t hold your breath for 50 series laptops just yet, but keep an eye out for Black Friday deals on the 40 series!
It’s not happening next October but rather next summer. Historically, Nvidia unveils flagships in September, with laptops following by April after a CES showcase in January. For the 50XX series, expect a delay with initial releases at CES next January, and maybe even waiting until back-to-school season for wider availability of models like the 5060, likely at higher MSRPs.
That actually works out for me. Gives me more time to save up for the best possible model I can get.
Zyler said:
That actually works out for me. Gives me more time to save up for the best possible model I can get.
Exactly, my Legion with a 3070ti still handles everything I throw at it. There’s no rush.
Why are we even debating this? Every year, like clockwork, Nvidia showcases new releases at CES in February. It’s almost a given they’ll continue the tradition.
Rowan said:
Why are we even debating this? Every year, like clockwork, Nvidia showcases new releases at CES in February. It’s almost a given they’ll continue the tradition.
True, but with the desktop line not out yet, I wonder if the laptop lineup will release closer to the desktop models this time. Typically, it takes a few months post-announcement to see significant stock.
You might be off base here. Expect the first wave of laptop GPUs to be announced at CES alongside the desktop versions. CES is a major event for tech launches and Nvidia isn’t likely to break their consistent track record.
For me, it’s just fascinating to watch the tech evolve. They could release something revolutionary tomorrow, but they’re probably going to continue their gradual upgrades. It’s been that way since the 20 series.
I’m over it. The industry has turned into a cycle of endless new releases without real game optimization. Why bother tuning games for a 3070 when a 4070 will do? This constant upgrade cycle feels like a money grab. I miss the days when buying the latest model felt genuinely worthwhile.
Here’s a counterpoint: NV typically launches mobile GPUs about 4 months after desktops. There have even been instances where the mobile versions came out first. Look at 2016 and other recent gens. Expect Blackwell laptops by March 2025, not 2026.
@Reese
It’s not just about one model or SKU; it’s about the entire generation. You’re mixing up specifics with overall trends.
Zyler said:
@Reese
It’s not just about one model or SKU; it’s about the entire generation. You’re mixing up specifics with overall trends.
I’ve already addressed that. Recent trends show a much shorter gap. Also, the 3050 was a unique case. Generally, laptops follow shortly after desktops, not a year later.
@Reese
You’re citing the end of a generation as typical. That’s not the norm. Each generation starts with the flagship models, and laptops usually follow within a few months.
Zyler said:
@Reese
You’re citing the end of a generation as typical. That’s not the norm. Each generation starts with the flagship models, and laptops usually follow within a few months.
“Expect another year, at least” doesn’t align with recent patterns. Even during the Maxwell era, the gap was shorter. We’re likely seeing a return to those quicker turnarounds.
Considering the pattern, we’re likely to see a ‘Super’ or ‘Ti’ version before a complete new lineup. It’s a smart move to keep sales up in the interim.
Might as well pick up a desktop 3090 while I wait for all the new tech to settle.
I’m curious to see the capabilities of the upcoming 5050 laptop models. Seems like desktops might get the big guns first, but the laptops won’t be far behind.