In recent days, chatter around malfunctioning GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs has reached a crescendo, prompting NVIDIA to step in and examine the situation closely. Numerous users have been reporting issues not just with the standard RTX 5090 units, but also with the Chinese version, the RTX 5090D. Despite attempts to troubleshoot using different techniques, most have found these efforts futile as the problems persist.
Some affected individuals have managed to temporarily resolve the issue using unconventional techniques. However, for the majority grappling with this GPU glitch, viable long-term solutions remain elusive. The widespread nature of the issue eventually caught NVIDIA’s attention. According to PC Gamer, NVIDIA has acknowledged the situation, stating:
> “We are investigating the reported issues with the RTX 50 series.”
> – NVIDIA Representative to PC Gamer
That’s the extent of NVIDIA’s current statement, signaling that they are aware, but details remain sparse. If you’re not familiar with what’s been going on, here’s a quick recap: Users began experiencing black screens on their monitors when they updated to the newest NVIDIA drivers. This occurred across many setups, rendering the GPUs effectively useless.
Compounding the problem, reverting to older driver versions hasn’t been a straightforward solution either. Many have found that their systems won’t recognize the GPU at all, even going as far as resetting the BIOS, but still seeing no results. Neither the Device Manager nor BIOS acknowledges the presence of the GPU, adding to the users’ frustrations.
While the exact cause remains unidentified, some posit that it might be linked to architectural or driver compatibility issues rather than a hardware defect. For now, enthusiasts and professionals alike must await further communication from NVIDIA, as no definitive fix has yet been uncovered to address the bricking issues of the RTX 5090 and 5090D models.
