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NVIDIA Adds 12GB VRAM to 5070 Laptop GPU
28 Apr
Summary
- New 12GB VRAM variant of 5070 laptop GPU launching in June.
- Increased VRAM aims to address strong demand and memory supply constraints.
- 12GB models may feature pricing similar to current 5070 Ti configurations.
NVIDIA is set to release a new 12GB VRAM configuration for its 5070 laptop GPU, with availability expected in June. This move addresses robust demand for GeForce RTX graphics cards and ongoing memory supply constraints.
The company stated that the 12GB version utilizes 24Gb G7 memory, providing an additional memory pool for partners. This complements the 16Gb G7 memory currently used in most GeForce GPUs, including the 8GB 5070 variant launched earlier.
Major manufacturers such as ASUS, Lenovo, and MSI are anticipated to include the 12GB 5070 option in some of their upcoming laptop models. Initial reports suggest these new laptops might be priced similarly to current 5070 Ti configurations.
While NVIDIA has not yet detailed the full specifications, the 12GB model uses different memory modules than the 16GB version. This allows access to a distinct memory supply that has seen more consistent production recently. However, without a wider bus interface, the new model's memory access speed may not match higher-tier GPUs like the 5070 Ti.
