Nvidia will not release any new gaming graphics chips in 2026 due to a deepening global memory shortage. [1, 2, 6] The company is diverting its limited memory supply to highly profitable AI accelerators instead of consumer GPUs. [1, 2, 6] This marks the first time in nearly 30 years that Nvidia will go a full calendar year without a new gaming chip launch. [1, 2, 11]
The shift cancels a planned refresh of the GeForce RTX 50 series and delays the next-generation RTX 60 series. [1, 2, 7] The RTX 60 series was previously anticipated for a late 2027 release. [1, 2, 7] Nvidia is also reducing production of current RTX 50 series cards to manage ongoing memory constraints. [1, 10]
Gaming GPUs now contribute a smaller fraction of Nvidia's total revenue than its artificial intelligence division. [1, 11]