The launch of NVIDIA’s RTX 50 Series marks a major shift in the gaming hardware landscape. With the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 introducing NVIDIA’s next-gen Blackwell architecture, gamers can expect massive performance improvements over the previous RTX 40 Series. However, there’s a catch, availability is extremely limited.

Despite launching on January 30, 2025, NVIDIA has struggled to keep up with demand. Production is ramping up slowly, and a steady supply of RTX 50 Series GPUs isn’t expected until summer 2025. This has left many PC gamers and builders in a tricky position, as NVIDIA has also ceased production of the RTX 4070, 4080, and 4090.

For Bigfoot Gaming, this has meant making key updates to our PC lineup to ensure we continue offering the best performance for gamers—without forcing them to wait months for stock to stabilize. In this blog, we’ll break down what’s happening with GPU supply, what the best alternatives are right now, and why AMD’s Radeon RX 7800 XT is a great option for those looking for high-end gaming performance at an affordable price.

NVIDIA’s RTX 50 Series: A Game-Changer with Limited Stock

The RTX 50 Series represents a massive leap in gaming technology. The flagship RTX 5090 boasts 21,760 CUDA cores and 32GB of GDDR7 memory, delivering unparalleled 4K and even 8K performance. Meanwhile, the RTX 5080 offers a more accessible high-end option with 10,752 CUDA cores and 16GB of GDDR7 memory.

However, supply issues have hit early adopters hard. Even though these GPUs launched in January, NVIDIA has been limiting availability, with widespread stock shortages across major retailers. Production isn’t expected to stabilize until summer 2025, meaning that even if you find an RTX 50 Series GPU in stock, it’s likely selling at a premium.

What Happens to the RTX 40 Series?

To make way for the RTX 50 Series, NVIDIA has discontinued production of the RTX 4070, RTX 4080, and RTX 4090. While remaining stock is still available from some retailers, prices have been fluctuating due to dwindling supply and increased demand from those unwilling to wait for the RTX 50 Series.

This has created a unique window where previous-generation GPUs are becoming scarce, leaving gamers with fewer options in the mid-to-high-end range. If you’re looking to upgrade your setup right now, you’ll need to consider alternatives—either opting for an AMD card or looking at remaining RTX 40 Series stock before it disappears.

Best Alternatives to the RTX 4070, 4080, and 4090

With the RTX 4070, 4080, and 4090 becoming harder to find, here are some great alternatives that provide similar performance at competitive prices:

✅ AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT – 16GB GDDR6, excellent 1440p and 4K performance, strong ray tracing support with FSR 4
✅ AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT – 12GB GDDR6, slightly weaker than the 7800 XT but still a great 1440p option

✅ AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT – 20GB GDDR6, excellent 4K gaming performance, stronger raw rasterization power than the 4080
✅ AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX – 24GB GDDR6, beats the 4080 in rasterization and is closer to the 4090 in some scenarios
✅ Used or leftover RTX 4090 stock – Prices are high, but if you can find one, it’s still the king of GPUs

Why the RX 7800 XT is a Great Choice Right Now

At BigFootGaming, we’ve updated our PC range to ensure gamers get high-performance systems even with the current NVIDIA shortages. One of the best options available right now is the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT.

Key Features of the RX 7800 XT

16GB GDDR6 memory – Future-proof for modern games at 1440p and 4K
FSR 4 AI upscaling – Helps improve frame rates in demanding titles
Ray tracing support – AMD’s latest improvements make it competitive in modern games
Better price-to-performance than the RTX 4070 – Especially in rasterized gaming

For gamers looking for powerful, ready-to-go PCs, our BigFootGaming builds featuring the RX 7800 XT are an excellent alternative to the RTX 4070 and 4080. You won’t have to wait for NVIDIA’s supply to stabilize, you can get a high-performance gaming PC right now at a great price.

Final Thoughts: What’s the Best Move?

If you’re set on waiting for the RTX 50 Series, be prepared for limited stock and higher prices until at least mid-2025. However, if you need a new gaming PC now, there are plenty of great alternatives.

At Bigfoot Gaming, we’ve made sure our range of RX 7800 XT systems offer the best value for gamers who want top-tier performance without the wait. Check out our latest builds and get ready to game! 🚀

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