Nvidia's New $5,090 GPU Has Fans Ditching It for a Mac
Graphics card prices are so crazy that even hardcore gamers are switching to Apple.
Deep Dive
A Reddit user going by Sadge404 said they were planning on getting another 5090 but then realized they might be much better off with an M5 Ultra Mac Studio with 256GB of RAM, adding "We are so genuinely cooked."
Key Points
- Nvidia's RTX 5090 graphics card officially costs $5,090 — same as its model number.
- A Reddit user says they'd rather buy a Mac Studio with 256GB RAM for the same price.
- High-end GPU prices have risen so much that even enthusiasts question whether they're worth it.
Why It Matters
Top-tier computer parts now cost as much as full computers, making high-end PC gaming and creative work unaffordable for most people.