Nvidia sells RTX 50-series GPUs at MSRP during QuakeCon 2026

Nvidia is offering a rare opportunity for gamers to purchase its high-end RTX 50-series graphics cards at their original manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) during the QuakeCon 2026 convention in Texas. The event, which runs from August 6 to August 9 at the Gaylord Texan Resort Convention Center in Grapevine, features a booth where attendees can buy Founders Edition models of the RTX 5090, 5080, and 5070 at launch prices while supplies last.

The company announced the promotion through its blog, stating that its team is bringing "Verified Priority Access IRL" to the convention. This program, which dates back to 2022 as a method to sell directly to consumers and combat resellers, provides a chance to acquire cards that have become extraordinarily scarce and expensive on the open market. According to the company, attendees should head to the GeForce booth quickly to take advantage of the offer.

This promotion highlights the severe state of the current GPU market. The RTX 50-series, officially announced in early 2025, has been plagued by limited supply and significant price inflation. Industry tracking indicates the RTX 5090, with an MSRP of $1,999, now typically sells for...