Please note that this post is tagged as a rumor .
RTX 5050 update: NVIDIA will add 1GB more for gamers
NVIDIA is reportedly bringing 3GB memory modules to the GeForce RTX 50 desktop series, and this is not a new workstation model. It is also not part of a GeForce RTX 50 SUPER refresh either. According to MEGAsizeGPU, NVIDIA is preparing a refresh of the lowest-end SKU in the lineup, the GeForce RTX 5050, using 3GB modules.
The updated card is said to feature 9GB of memory using three 3GB modules. This would require a different memory configuration than the current model. The leaker claims NVIDIA will use a 96-bit memory bus with three modules, which would reduce memory bandwidth.
Interestingly, the current RTX 5050 features GDDR6 memory (the only such model in the RTX 50 series) which is clocked at 20 Gbps. By switching to GDDR7 memory , RTX 5050 will indeed have a narrower memory bus, but bandwidth will be higher if they are to keep 28 Gbps modules.
| GeForce RTX 5050 Update | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VideoCardz | Memory Capacity | Technology | Memory Bus | Bandwidth |
| RTX 5050 (New SKU) | 9GB (3x 3GB) (+12.5%) | GDDR7 @ 28 Gbps? | 96-bit | 336 GB/s (+5%) |
| RTX 5050 (Current SKU) | 8GB (4x 2GB) | GDDR6 @ 20 Gbps | 128-bit | 320 GB/s |
New product: RTX5050 9GB GDDR7 96Bit
NV knows they can give you a 5050/5060 128-bit 12G with the new 3G GDDR7 dies. But no, you got a 5050 9Gšā MEGAsizeGPU (@Zed__Wang) March 4, 2026
RTX 5060 with GB205 also planned
The leaker adds that this is not the only change coming to the GeForce RTX 50 series. NVIDIA is also reportedly planning an update for the GeForce RTX 5060 using the GB205 GPU , which is currently used by the GeForce RTX 5070. This would mean board partners have to adopt a PCB designed for a different GPU and, reportedly, an 8-pin power connector, which is the only connector used on GeForce RTX 5060 SKUs.
Essentially, this would mean the GB205 GPU is cut down from 6144 CUDA cores and a 192-bit memory bus to 3840 cores and a 128-bit bus. One disclaimer is that these non-standard GPU variants are often limited to certain markets, so do not expect a global or major launch. It would more likely be something you stumble upon when reading VideoCardz or checking reviews from Chinese outlets.
RTX5060 GB205 incoming
NV has jammed AIC with 5060Ti 8G, and later realized Oh shit, no GB206 for 5060. And here comes the solution: 5060 based on GB205. Poor AICs need to make a new 5060 PCB design to house the GB205. Basically making a 5070 PCB with an 8-pin connector.ā MEGAsizeGPU (@Zed__Wang) March 4, 2026
We will ask around to find out more. This is clearly new information, and we have not yet heard about this update from other sources. The leaker also claims this means the GeForce RTX 5060 12GB is canceled. This SKU appeared in rumors and early embargo documents last year, but it is now reportedly scrapped.
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series (RUMORED) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VideoCardz.com | GPU | CUDA Cores | Memory | TGP | Status |
| RTX 5090 | GB202-300 | 21760 | 32GB G7 512b | 575W | ā Released |
| RTX 5090 D | GB202-250 | 21760 | 32GB G7 512b | 575W | ā Released |
| RTX 5090 D v2 | GB202-240 | 21760 | 24GB G7 384b | 575W | ā Released |
| RTX 5080 SUPER | GB203-450 | 10752 | 24GB G7 256b | 415W | On Hold |
| RTX 5080 | GB203-400 | 10752 | 16GB G7 256b | 360W | ā Released |
| RTX 5070 Ti SUPER | GB203-350 | 8960 | 24GB G7 256b | 350W | On Hold |
| RTX 5070 Ti | GB203-200 | 8960 | 16GB G7 256b | 300W | ā Released |
| RTX 5070 SUPER | GB205-400 | 6400 | 18GB G7 192b | 275W | On Hold |
| RTX 5070 | GB205-300 | 6144 | 12GB G7 192b | 250W | ā Released |
| RTX 5060 Ti | GB205-300 | 4608 | 8/16GB G7 128b | 180W | ā Released |
| RTX 5060 GB205š | GB205-??? | 3840 | 8GB G7 128b | TBC | Rumored ā |
| RTX 5060 | GB206-250 | 3840 | 8GB G7 128b | 145W | ā Released |
| RTX 5050 9GB š | GB206-??? | 2560 | 9GB G7 96b | TBC | Rumored ā |
| RTX 5050 | GB206-300 | 2560 | 8GB G6 128b | 135W | ā Released |
Source: MEGAsizeGPU
