Nvidia Skips RTX 5000 'Super' Refresh, Bets Big on DLSS 4.5 at CES 2026

Nvidia has confirmed it will skip a mid-cycle 'Super' refresh for its GeForce RTX 5000 series in 2026. Instead, the company will focus on software advancements and high-end models from partners like MSI and Gigabyte. The spotlight at CES 2026 will fall on DLSS 4.5, a major update promising sharper visuals and broader compatibility.

The event kicks off on January 6 at 6:00 AM CET via Twitch, with no new nvda stock expected to debut.

DLSS 4.5 introduces a second-generation Transformer model, five times more powerful than its predecessor. This upgrade delivers better lighting, reduced ghosting, and crisper details across all RTX GPUs—from the 20 series to the latest 50 models. Unlike earlier versions, it avoids leaving older cards behind, though higher compute demands may impact frame rates on some systems.

The update includes two specialised models: Model M for performance-focused upscaling and Model L for 4K Ultra-Performance. Users can tweak settings, such as disabling noise suppression, to balance quality and artefacts. While VRAM and power usage rise, the results reportedly surpass native TAA rendering in tests.

DLSS 4.5 also brings Dynamic MFG, which adjusts frame generation to match a set cap, and MFG 6×, producing five AI-interpolated frames. Unlike past updates that prioritised speed, this version emphasises quality, even outperforming DLSS 3/4 in blind comparisons. Future features like 6x Multi Frame Generation, however, will remain exclusive to RTX 50 nvidia stock.

At CES 2026, Nvidia will highlight these improvements alongside partner products and game integrations. ComputerBase will cover the announcements live, but no new graphics hardware will be revealed during the event.

The absence of a 'Super' refresh shifts focus to DLSS 4.5, which extends support to older GPUs while raising visual standards. Partners like MSI and Gigabyte are set to release premium models, filling the gap left by Nvidia's decision. The update's broader compatibility and quality gains could reshape expectations for upscaling technology in gaming.