Overview
- Nvidia has ceased production of its GeForce GTX 16 series GPUs, marking the end of the GTX brand.
- The GTX brand, first introduced in 2008, will be replaced by the RTX series, focusing on ray tracing and AI enhancements.
- Remaining GTX 16 series stock is expected to be depleted within the next 1-3 months, as per sources.
- The GeForce GTX 16 series was Nvidia's last budget-oriented GPU line, with no current plans for a direct Ampere-based replacement.
- Extended support for GTX 16 series cards will continue for a few more years, addressing security and driver updates.