NVIDIA LAUNCHES 12GB RTX 5070 LAPTOP GPU VARIANT

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NVIDIA is releasing a 12GB version of its RTX 5070 laptop GPU alongside the existing 8GB model. The company cited strong demand and constrained memory supply as reasons for the new configuration.

The new 12GB variant appears in NVIDIA's latest Game Ready Drivers blog post, with laptop manufacturers set to begin selling systems equipped with the upgraded GPU. This follows the 50-series launch, which originally offered the 5070 with 8GB of VRAM. NVIDIA stated that the additional memory is intended to maximize memory availability across its product lineup amid ongoing supply constraints. The move reflects continued demand for RTX mobile GPUs in the laptop market. Both 8GB and 12GB versions will be available to consumers through partner manufacturers. The timing aligns with NVIDIA's driver release cycle, suggesting the 12GB models may reach retailers in the coming weeks.

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