Nvidia RTX 3090

• Overview: The Nvidia RTX 3090 is discussed in the context of performance, pricing, and comparisons to other GPUs in the market.

• Performance:

  • The claim about the capability of playing games at 8K 60 FPS is met with skepticism due to factors like scene complexity and texture resolution.
  • Benchmarks conducted by Gamers Nexus indicate that most games run between 10 and 35 FPS at 8K, challenging the claims made by Nvidia.

• Pricing:

  • There are concerns about the high pricing of the RTX 3090, with comparisons to other GPUs like the RTX 3070 and RTX 3080 Super.
  • Some users feel that the RTX 3090 is overpriced for its performance and VRAM capacity, especially for gaming purposes.

• Market Strategy:

  • Some users speculate that Nvidia is focusing on AI and deep learning applications with the RTX 3090, leading to discussions about whether it is suitable for gaming needs.
  • The marketing tactics and NDAs surrounding the RTX 3090 lead to questions about its intended audience and the expectations set by Nvidia.

• Future Expectations:

  • Speculation arises regarding potential future releases, such as a rumored Super/TI card series that may offer improved performance compared to current models.

• Pros and Cons:

  • Pros: High VRAM capacity, potential for AI workloads, aesthetic design, availability of reviews to confirm performance.
  • Cons: High pricing, questionable gaming performance at 8K, concerns about the necessity of such high resolutions for gaming, and comparisons to other GPU options in the market.