GeForce RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti GPUs have just seen a significant price drop in Japan, marking the first time they’ve fallen below their official MSRPs. The latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series graphics cards, including the RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5080, are becoming more accessible as their prices dip closer to their launch MSRPs, following recent price reductions on the RTX 5090.
While these GPUs were initially priced higher than the MSRP due to customs and shipping costs, they’re finally becoming more reasonably priced as supply improves.
The GeForce RTX 5080 has seen a major drop, now available for ¥169,980 (around US$1163), which is about 20% lower than its peak price of ¥210,000 (US$1439). Originally launched at ¥198,800 (US$1362), this GPU is now much closer to its MSRP, which was $999 in the U.S. However, due to higher costs in Japan, it had been priced much higher than that at launch. The Gainward GeForce RTX 5080 Phoenix, for example, is being offered at this price, although availability is limited. Many other editions, such as the ZOTAC RTX 5080 Amp Extreme Infinity, are still listed above ¥200,000 on major platforms like Amazon, but some other models can be found for less on TSUKUMO.
In addition to the RTX 5080, the RTX 5070 Ti has also seen a price drop. The Palit GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Gaming Pro-S edition was recently listed for ¥139,980 (roughly 6% below its MSRP of ¥148,800). Despite an official launch price of $749 in the U.S., this card has typically been priced above ¥100,000 (over $1000) in Japan. This is the first time a custom edition has dropped below $1000, making it a promising deal for gamers looking to upgrade without breaking the bank.
It seems that the entire RTX 50 series lineup is heading toward better availability and more competitive pricing in the coming weeks. Budget-friendly GPUs like the RTX 5060 are already reaching their MSRP, and the RTX 5070 is approaching the $600 mark. For those considering purchasing now, waiting a bit longer might help avoid spending an extra $100-$200.