NVIDIA has acknowledged that its entire lineup of RTX 50 series graphics cards suffers from an issue involving missing Render Output Pipelines (ROPs). This defect impacts all models based on the Blackwell architecture, including the high-end RTX 5080. Initially thought to affect only a small number of units, further investigation revealed that the problem is widespread across the entire series.

According to NVIDIA, the defect does have an impact on performance; however, the decrease in metrics is relatively minor and most noticeable during benchmark testing with tools like GPU-Z. For the average user, the reduction in real-world gaming performance is unlikely to be perceptible, meaning day-to-day usage should remain unaffected.

The company confirmed that all RTX 50 series GPUs, from the flagship RTX 5090 down to the RTX 5070 Ti, are affected by this error. However, the newly introduced RTX 5070 will not suffer from the same issue. It appears that NVIDIA either resolved the problem or implemented a fix for future chip productions.

Users experiencing issues related to missing ROPs can contact authorized service centers for a replacement. Due to ongoing supply chain challenges, the process may take longer than usual. Despite this inconvenience, NVIDIA remains committed to addressing customer concerns and ensuring satisfactory resolutions for affected users.

For those considering purchasing an RTX 50 series GPU, it’s worth noting that while the performance impact is minimal, potential buyers may want to weigh their options carefully, especially if they prioritize absolute peak performance. Keep an eye on updates from NVIDIA as they continue to refine and improve their offerings in response to this issue.

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