A new leak published at the end of March 2026 gives insight into the rumored specifications of the upcoming Nvidia RTX 60 series graphics cards, code-named “Rubin.” From the RTX 6070 to the RTX 6090, the information circulating indicates a generation clearly designed for path tracing – but more importantly, tailored for a new paradigm: hybrid rendering between traditional computing and artificial intelligence.
RTX 60 series: a new architecture on TSMC 3nm
According to information shared by Red Gaming Tech, the RTX 60 series GPUs will use the GR20x silicon family, implying Nvidia’s “Rubin” generation. The manufacturing process is said to be entrusted to TSMC with a 3nm lithography, compared to the current Blackwell generation (RTX 50 series) with 4nm.
This node change allows for increased transistor density and improved energy efficiency. Beyond the traditional gains, it paves the way for a reallocation of resources towards specialized blocks: ray tracing and artificial intelligence computing.
The RTX 60 series would thus integrate 6th generation Tensor Cores and 5th generation RT Cores. A duo not only for ray tracing but especially for the new neural rendering techniques introduced with DLSS 5.
RTX 6090: the flagship Rubin in detail
The high-end RTX 6090 would be based on the GR202 die, with a complete configuration of up to 192 Stream Multiprocessors (SM). Nvidia is likely not to use the entire die for the 6090, a common practice to optimize yields and prepare for possible variations.
In terms of memory, the 6090 would retain a 512-bit bus and 32GB of VRAM, potentially with increased bandwidth. Here too, the logic evolves: raw memory remains stable, but the efficiency of image reconstruction via AI takes on a growing role.
RTX 6080 and RTX 6070: more memory bandwidth
For the intermediate models: – RTX 6080: 320-bit bus (+64-bit) with 20GB of GDDR7. – RTX 6070: 256-bit bus (+64-bit) with 16GB of GDDR7.
With GDDR7, this would respectively imply 20GB and 16GB of memory. A coherent evolution with the increasing demands of 4K, as well as the loads related to ray tracing and buffers necessary for hybrid rendering.
The source notes, however, that the memory market remains unstable, leaving room for adjustments before the release.
Performance: 2x in path tracing, +30% in raster
The focus of this leak: Nvidia aims for a doubling of performance in path tracing compared to the RTX 50 series, against +30 to 35% in classic raster rendering.
But this gain is not solely based on hardware. It is part of a broader evolution of the rendering pipeline, where AI plays a central role through DLSS 5. Unlike previous versions, DLSS 5 no longer limits itself to upscaling or image generation – it directly impacts image reconstruction, scene by scene.
In this context, the limited progress in raster is not a setback but a strategic choice. Nvidia is concentrating its resources on the technologies that will define rendering in the coming years.
Why is Nvidia focusing on path tracing and AI?
This positioning aligns with a trajectory outlined during the GDC and GTC 2026 conferences, where Nvidia mentioned a long-term goal of path tracing up to 1,000,000 times more efficient than the Pascal era. The RTX 60 series thus appears as an intermediate step in this roadmap.
As for consoles, the next generation (PS6, Xbox “Project Helix”) is expected to integrate much more advanced ray tracing. Game engines will evolve accordingly, with ray tracing becoming increasingly central in the graphics pipeline.
Nvidia anticipates this shift: rather than further optimizing raster, the brand is preparing for a future where the image will be largely reconstructed by AI. DLSS 5 then becomes an essential element, not an option.
What about these leaks?
The main source remains Red Gaming Tech, whose reliability varies. This information should be approached with caution, especially since specifications can change before production.
However, the overall coherence of the leak with Nvidia’s current strategy – emphasis on RT, increased power of AI, evolution of the rendering pipeline – strengthens its credibility.
RTX 60 series: expected release date and price
No official date has been confirmed. A late 2026 release seems plausible for high-end models, with a wider rollout in 2027.
Regarding prices, no concrete information is available. But given the current positioning, high-end models are expected to remain at high levels.
Conclusion: a generation designed for the future of rendering
The RTX 60 series “Rubin” is not just about a simple power increase. It marks a deeper evolution: a shift from rendering based on raw calculation to a hybrid rendering where AI plays a central role.
For players focused on raster, the evolution will remain measured. However, for titles fully utilizing path tracing and reconstruction technologies like DLSS 5, the generational leap could be significant.
More than just a new generation, the RTX 60 series could be the first designed for a future where the final image is not entirely calculated but reconstructed.
