In a surprising twist for tech enthusiasts in Thailand, the eagerly awaited NVIDIA RTX 50 series GPUs are proving to be elusive, with their presence in the DIY market almost non-existent. According to reports from local tech fans, including one who goes by ‘UX_thoughtful’, these graphic powerhouses are scarcely available, leaving many users frustrated and anxious.
Recent reports from Overclockers UK suggested a potential arrival of these GPUs soon, but the situation in Thailand paints a different picture. A retail shop clerk in the country hinted that customers might have to wait until July to get their hands on the GeForce RTX 50 series. This seems perplexing given that models like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 debuted weeks ago, and the RTX 5070 Ti was just released recently.
The analogy to the chaotic launch of the RTX 30 series is hard to ignore. Back then, supply issues were rampant due to a variety of factors different from today’s scarcity of the RTX 50 series. While initial murmurs cited miscommunications between NVIDIA and their partners during the launches of the top-tier RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, the introduction of the RTX 5070 Ti has unveiled more shadowy reasons for the shortage.
Moreover, enthusiasts are warned of potential setbacks with future launches in the series. The RTX 5070 and RTX 5060 models are reportedly facing ‘bugs’ that could impair performance, leading to an expected delay of up to four weeks.
For those longing to upgrade their systems with these cutting-edge graphics cards, patience might be the best strategy. It’s advisable to hold off on those steep price tags and wait for the GPU market to stabilize. Additionally, industry watchers suggest keeping an eye on AMD’s upcoming RDNA 4 launch in early March, which could introduce competitive alternatives to NVIDIA’s offerings.
