Nvidia reportedly insists the RTX 5090 isn't dead despite severe shortages and removed listings at multiple retailers

Chipmaker confirms flagship graphics card remains active despite retail delistings and stock shortages

By GPU Data Hub Desk · GPU Data Hub·Editorial standards·17 Oct 2026, 14:38

Nvidia reportedly insists the RTX 5090 isn't dead despite severe shortages and removed listings at multiple retailers

Nvidia has clarified that its flagship GeForce RTX 5090 has not been cancelled, attributing wide retail absences to acute supply constraints. The statement comes after multiple merchants removed listings for the graphics card, leaving consumers unable to purchase stock.

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