Samsung’s 3GB memory modules are making waves, setting the stage for an exciting leap in NVIDIA’s RTX 50 series. Already utilized in the Laptop RTX 5090, these modules are poised to enhance the new “Super” series RTX 50 graphics cards.
The buzz started when a Chinese retailer listed Samsung’s 3GB GDDR7 memory chips. This hints at an expansion beyond the currently standard 2GB modules found in most RTX 50 series GPUs. For the RTX 5090 laptop, the shift to 3GB is already underway, and it’s likely that NVIDIA will extend this upgrade to other models in the “Super” lineup.
The 3GB GDDR7 modules, identified as K4VCF325ZC-SC28, contrast with the 2GB version labeled K4VAF325ZC. Their presence in NVIDIA’s RTX 5090 promotional material indicates a potential upgrade for this model. Currently, the RTX 5090 leads the GeForce family with the highest VRAM capacity. Moving from 2GB to 3GB modules could soon result in a 48GB RTX 5090 card.
This upgrade isn’t exclusive to the high end. Lesser models like the RTX 5060 could also benefit significantly, potentially increasing from 8GB to 12GB of VRAM. Although NVIDIA hasn’t confirmed this, an upgrade would substantially boost the card’s appeal.
Speculation is rife with reports suggesting an RTX 5080 “Super” might launch this year, featuring a 24GB VRAM—an 8GB bump from the original. Similar enhancements could see the RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti sporting capacities of 18GB and 24GB, respectively, thanks to these 3GB modules.
While nothing is official yet, the potential for these upgrades keeps enthusiasts eagerly anticipating NVIDIA’s next move. The “Super” series could soon redefine expectations with these powerful memory enhancements.
