# NVIDIA & AMD Race to Ship Next-Gen GPUs Before Trump Tariffs Hit

URL: https://technosports.co.in/nvidia-amd-race-to-ship-next-gen-gpus/  
Published: 2024-12-28  
Updated: 2024-12-28  
Author: Raunak Saha

NVIDIA and [AMD](https://www.amd.com/en.html) are scrambling to ship their **next-gen GPUs** to U.S. warehouses ahead of the looming **Trump administration tariffs**, which could increase GPU prices by up to **40%**. These desperate measures aim to avoid the steep import taxes set to take effect, potentially driving flagship GPU prices, like the **GeForce RTX 5090**, to over **$2,500**.

### A Race Against Time

To beat the January 20 deadline, NVIDIA and AMD have reportedly ramped up production and shipping of their next-gen GPUs, pushing AIB partners to deliver units far earlier than usual. This unusual move is driven by the **tariff proposal**, which includes a **10% tax on imports from non-China countries** and a staggering **60% tariff on imports from China**—a major source of consumer GPUs. With most gaming GPUs manufactured in China, the price hike could significantly impact the market, forcing manufacturers to pass the costs onto consumers.

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### What This Means for Gamers

If the tariffs take effect, NVIDIA’s flagship **RTX 5090**, estimated to launch at **$1,799**, could see its price soar to **$2,500 or more**. This would not only disrupt the high-end GPU market but also drive demand for second-hand GPUs as consumers look for more affordable options. Similar measures are being taken by other tech giants like **Microsoft, Dell, and HP**, who are also accelerating production to avoid the tariffs.

As the clock ticks down, the GPU market faces a turbulent start to 2025, with gamers and PC enthusiasts bracing for potential price surges. Stay tuned for updates as NVIDIA and [AMD](https://technosports.co.in/tag/amd-radeon-rx-9000-series-gpus/) navigate this high-stakes race against time.

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