An early benchmark for Nvidia’s upcoming GeForce RTX 5090 has surfaced on Geekbench, offering a first look at the raw power of Nvidia’s next-generation flagship graphics card. The result reveals a GB6 GPU score of 359,557, setting the stage for a significant leap in performance for gamers and creators alike.
Geekbench Results and Hardware Configuration
The benchmark test was conducted on a system featuring the RTX 5090 paired with an Intel Core i9-12900K processor. The specifications of the tested system include:
- GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090
- GPU PCI-ID: 10DE:2B85
- CPU: Intel Core i9-12900K (16 cores, 24 threads)
- API: Vulkan
- GB6 GPU Score: 359,557
This score positions the RTX 5090 as one of the most powerful GPUs to ever appear on the Geekbench database, suggesting a substantial performance improvement over the RTX 4090, which averages a GB6 GPU score in the range of 250,000–280,000.
Expected Features of the RTX 5090
Although Nvidia has yet to officially unveil the RTX 5090, leaks and rumors indicate that the GPU is based on the new Blackwell architecture, promising better energy efficiency, improved AI acceleration, and enhanced ray-tracing capabilities. It is also expected to feature:
- 16,384 CUDA cores
- 32GB of GDDR7 memory
- Bandwidth speeds exceeding 1.5TB/s
- Support for DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation
These improvements aim to cater to the demands of modern gaming at ultra-high resolutions and professional workloads requiring extensive parallel processing power.
Implications and Community Reactions
The early benchmark has already sparked excitement and discussion within the gaming and tech communities. Many enthusiasts are eager to see how the RTX 5090 will handle real-world gaming performance, particularly with demanding titles such as Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty and upcoming AAA releases.
However, some users have raised questions about pricing and power requirements, as the RTX 4090 already demands a 450W TGP. With the RTX 5090 rumored to increase that figure further, prospective buyers may need to prepare for significant upgrades to their power supplies and cooling setups.
Release Timeline
The RTX 5090 is expected to debut as part of Nvidia’s RTX 50-series lineup, rumored for release in late 2025. More details about the card and the rest of the lineup will likely emerge at Nvidia’s upcoming announcements.
Stay tuned as more benchmarks and official specifications become available for Nvidia’s next-generation powerhouse.