NVIDIA enthusiasts eager to get their hands on the latest RTX 50 series might need to brace themselves for a considerable wait. The RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 graphics cards, highly anticipated by fans, have sold out at Overclockers UK in what can only be described as a chaotic “paper launch.”
Customers hoping to preorder these GPUs from Overclockers UK will face disappointment, as the retailer has halted all pre-orders due to the overwhelming demand and scarce supply. The RTX 5090 is expected to return to stock in approximately 3 to 16 weeks, while the RTX 5080 is anticipated to be available again in about 2 to 6 weeks.
This launch marks a challenging time for NVIDIA, as the RTX 50 series cards flew off the shelves within minutes of release. The RTX 5090 had an especially limited supply, with many stores not receiving any units at all. Even the RTX 5080, which had slightly better availability, swiftly sold out.
For those who manage to purchase one, the wait for the RTX 5090 could extend into mid-2025, by which time the RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5070 will have already launched. The RTX 5070 Ti is scheduled for release on February 20th, with the 5070 following in March.
The RTX 5080, though not offering significant performance improvements over its predecessors, retains the same pricing as the previous RTX 4080 Super, drawing large crowds eager to upgrade. The demand was so intense that some retailers resorted to lottery systems for the chance to buy these high-priced GPUs.
If you’ve placed an order through Overclockers UK, it’s possible your purchase could be stuck in the pre-order queue if you haven’t received a confirmation email. As a result, the retailer has temporarily ceased taking new pre-orders.
While the situation remains fluid, and stock levels could vary across other retailers globally, those hoping to snag an RTX 5090 or RTX 5080 will likely need to exercise patience as they await restocks from their preferred retailers.
