Nvidia’s Upcoming Graphics Cards Spark Long Lines at Micro Center

With the Nvidia RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 launches just days away, dedicated gamers are already camping outside stores to secure their spots.

Hardware launches tend to be exhilarating. While the online checkout rush is thrilling, many enthusiasts prefer to physically queue to ensure they are first in line. This time, particularly in Tustin, California, fans have begun camping out four days ahead of the launch, which is scheduled for January 30.

The $2,000+ RTX 5090 is the flagship of the new RTX Blackwell generation, boasting a minimum 30% improvement in 4K performance compared to its predecessor, the RTX 4090, and featuring new neural rendering capabilities and Multi Frame Generation.

Gamers are hopeful despite the expectation of limited stock, spurred on by recent announcements from manufacturers about the tight availability of these new GPUs.

For those who prefer to keep warm while waiting, some campers have organized cookouts to share food and warmth.

You can follow the excitement by checking related discussions and updates on the Micro Center subreddit.