NVIDIA plans to cut gaming graphics card production to make more artificial intelligence processors. The company will reduce GeForce RTX 50 series manufacturing between 20 and 30 percent across China. Board Channels reported that June shipments dropped compared to May levels for gaming cards. Factory workers will switch their attention to GB200 and GB300 AI chips instead. Mass production of the new GB300 processors starts next month.
Gaming enthusiasts already struggle to find RTX 50 graphics cards at normal prices. Most stores charge at least 20 percent above suggested retail costs for basic models. Some retailers demand prices reaching 1.5 times the original amount for premium versions. Supply shortages affect markets around the world as demand exceeds available stock. AI chip manufacturing takes priority over consumer gaming products.
Chinese companies can still purchase GB200 and GB300 processors despite recent trade restrictions. NVIDIA creates the B40 chip specifically for Chinese customers who need budget options. The RTX PRO 6000D serves as an alternative to banned H20 processors in that region. Wafer production capacity shifts toward data center equipment rather than gaming hardware. Gaming card availability will likely worsen as AI demand grows.
Gaming enthusiasts already struggle to find RTX 50 graphics cards at normal prices. Most stores charge at least 20 percent above suggested retail costs for basic models. Some retailers demand prices reaching 1.5 times the original amount for premium versions. Supply shortages affect markets around the world as demand exceeds available stock. AI chip manufacturing takes priority over consumer gaming products.
Chinese companies can still purchase GB200 and GB300 processors despite recent trade restrictions. NVIDIA creates the B40 chip specifically for Chinese customers who need budget options. The RTX PRO 6000D serves as an alternative to banned H20 processors in that region. Wafer production capacity shifts toward data center equipment rather than gaming hardware. Gaming card availability will likely worsen as AI demand grows.
