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Hey, I’m in almost the exact same boat.

Over the years I’ve done both: bought at launch (3090) and waited for Black Friday/Cyber Monday (4080 for a friend, tracked 4090s like a maniac). For the 4090 specifically, here’s what I actually saw:

- Launch to that first big sale season: almost **no meaningful MSRP drops** from legit retailers
- Best “deals” were: **game bundles**, occasional **small rebates ($50–$100)**, or **slightly discounted AIB models** nobody really wanted
- Anything that looked like a huge discount was usually 3rd-party marketplace sellers or open-box/returns

So, realistically, I wouldn’t expect more than **5–10% off** on a 5090 by Cyber Monday 2025 from proper retailers, and more likely the value will be in **bundles** (big game, maybe PSU/SSD) than pure price cuts.

My recommendation based on that:
- If you actually need the performance, budget as if you’re paying **full MSRP**
- Treat any Cyber Monday discount/bundle as a bonus, not the plan
- Set price alerts early and watch the **AIB cards**, not just the FE

If you’re super price‑sensitive, I’d honestly look harder at 5080/used 5090 a few months after launch instead of banking on Cyber Monday magic.

Hope this helps!

Hey, I’d temper expectations a lot for 5090 deals that first Cyber Monday.

If Nvidia treats the 5090 like the 4090 (halo card, likely low volume, huge demand), I’d expect *maybe* 0–5% off from big retailers, and often it’ll just be MSRP with a token game code or PSU discount, not a real price cut. 4090s basically held MSRP for ages and only some AIB models saw small dips or rebates.

Where you’re likely to see more movement is:
- **Bundles**: “buy 5090 + high‑end PSU / case / monitor, get $50–$100 off total” rather than the GPU itself discounted.
- **Lower tier 50‑series**: 5070/5080 are way more likely to get actual % cuts on Cyber Monday.

If you’re strictly targeting a 5090 from legit stores, I’d plan around full MSRP and treat any discount as a bonus, not a guarantee. If you want real savings, I’d seriously consider: 1) waiting for 5090 Ti/“Super” era when prices sometimes normalize, or 2) grabbing a discounted 4090/5080 instead where historic patterns say we’ll see better deals.

Hope that helps set expectations a bit more realistically.

Hey, so quick story: I skipped the 4090 at launch, swore I’d "wait for a big sale"… and then ended up buying a used one a year later because retail pricing barely moved and decent deals were always on lower-tier cards. It was a good card, but I wasted a ton of time chasing a discount that basically never came.

From a pure budget/value angle, I’d plan as if **Cyber Monday 2025 won’t give you a huge % drop on a 5090**. For a halo card, I’d honestly expect:
- Maybe **$50–$150 off** from legit retailers, tops
- More likely: **bundled games/PSU** or store gift cards than real price cuts

If you’re cost‑conscious, I think the smarter play is:
- Set a **hard budget cap** now (including PSU upgrade)
- Watch for **higher-tier-but-not-flagship** (5080/5070 Ti) Cyber Monday deals – that’s where the value usually is
- Factor in **total system cost** (PSU, case airflow, maybe UPS) instead of just chasing GPU MSRP

Lesson learned for me: the flagship rarely becomes a “good value” on Black Friday/Cyber Monday; the *tier below it* usually does. Aim there unless money’s no object.

Hope this helps!

Hey, I’m actually looking at this from more of a safety/reliability angle than pure price.

If you’re eyeing a 5090, I’d be less worried about a huge Cyber Monday discount and more interested in:

1. **Mature revisions** – With the 4090 there were early PSU cable melt issues, adapter drama, etc. Waiting 6–12 months means board partners usually revise coolers, PCBs, and power delivery. That’s worth more than $100 off IMO.

2. **PSU + cable quality** – If you want a bundle, I’d *definitely* prioritize a high‑end PSU (ATX 3.0/3.1, native 12VHPWR/12V‑2x6) from a top brand over a free game. A clean power setup lowers the chance of coil whine, shutdowns, and worst-case damage.

3. **Thermals and case fit** – Early flagship cards can be monsters. By Cyber Monday 2025 we’ll likely know which models run coolest/quietest, and which ones don’t sag, don’t cook your M.2, etc.

As for discounts: I wouldn’t bank on more than maybe 5–10% off the *less popular* AIB models that first Cyber Monday, but you *will* gain a lot in safety and reliability just by not being an early adopter.

So yeah, if you’re waiting anyway, I’d plan your whole build (PSU, case airflow, cabling) around safely running a 5090, then grab a deal from a major retailer once the hardware “teething problems” are known.

Hope this helps! Happy to comment on a PSU shortlist if you’ve got one in mind.

Hey,

I’ve done the “buy day 1” (1080 Ti, 3090) and the “wait for sale” thing (2080 Ti, 4090), and from a *long-term ownership* angle, Cyber Monday didn’t matter as much as I thought.

**Option A: Buy 5090 at launch**
**Pros:**
- You get 2+ full years of top-tier performance before any real pressure to upgrade. That extra year of “max everything” is honestly worth more than a 5–10% discount later.
- Less risk of weird coil whine / OC lottery leftovers after multiple batches get shuffled around.

**Option B: Wait for Cyber Monday 2025**
**Pros:**
- Maybe you save $100–$200 or get a nice game / PSU bundle.
- More user reports by then, so you can avoid the hotter/noisier AIB models.
**Cons:**
- You’ve basically lost a year of high-end use for a pretty small actual dollar difference over a 3–4 year ownership.

**Option C: Skip 5090, grab 5080 / used 5090 later**
**Pros:**
- Best price/performance long term, especially if you’re not chasing 4K 144 Hz+.

If you plan to keep the card 3–5 years, I’d say: either buy 5090 relatively early or be mentally ready to drop to 5080. I wouldn’t bank on Cyber Monday giving a “wow” deal on the halo card based on how my 3090/4090 watching went.

Hope this helps!

Hey,

I’ll come at this from a pure performance / driving-experience angle, not just price.

In my experience with the 3090 → 4090 jump, you’ve basically got three realistic paths here:

**Option A – Buy 5090 at/near launch**
**Pros:**
- You get *maximum* performance during the “wow” period when nothing else competes. If you’re on 4K high refresh, VR, or heavy RT, this is when the card actually *changes* your experience.
- You enjoy that performance for an extra 12–18 months vs waiting for Cyber Monday 2025. That’s a lot of frames and a lot of smoother gameplay.
**Cons:**
- You pay the early-adopter tax and deal with potential day‑1 driver quirks / coil whine lottery.
- No real discounts, maybe just a token game bundle.

**Option B – Wait specifically for Cyber Monday 2025 for a 5090**
**Pros:**
- You might see a small price cut or at least a nicer bundle (game + PSU, maybe better AIB coolers).
- Early hardware/driver issues are usually ironed out by then, which I definitely prefer.
**Cons:**
- For halo GPUs like 4090/likely 5090, discounts are often tiny. Think: $50–$150 off, not $300–$500.
- You’re giving up a year of top-end performance for what may boil down to ~5–10% savings, tops.

**Option C – Use Cyber Monday 2025 to grab the *second-fastest* card (5080 or similar)**
**Pros:**
- Historically, the big performance-per-dollar sweet spot lands here. The 4080/3080 equivalents usually see better promo pricing and more aggressive bundles.
- You still get a massive real-world jump, especially at 1440p/4K without insane RT, but for a noticeably lower total cost.
**Cons:**
- You give up that last 15–25% of performance headroom the 5090 will probably have, which matters if you’re chasing 4K 144Hz+ or heavy RT long term.

If your priority is **driving experience over time**, not just raw dollars, I’d do this:
- If you’re on a weak GPU now and play a lot: **Option A**, buy early. The extra year+ of smooth high‑FPS is worth more than the tiny Cyber Monday discount.
- If you already have a solid GPU (e.g. 4080/4090 or strong 30‑series): **Option C**, target a 5080‑class card on Cyber Monday 2025. Best performance/€ and still a big upgrade.

I wouldn’t count on Cyber Monday 2025 turning the 5090 into a bargain. For a cautious, performance-focused build, I’d plan around *which tier* you buy, not waiting for a miracle discount on the flagship.

Hope this helps!

Hey, I’d actually plan Cyber Monday 2025 more around a DIY build/upgrade than a pure “5090 discount” hunt.

From what I know watching 3090/4090 cycles, the flagship itself doesn’t drop much early on, but the **parts around it** absolutely do. If you’re handy with a screwdriver, you can usually:

- Grab a high‑end PSU (1000–1200W, Platinum) at 25–35% off
- Snag a case with good airflow and vertical GPU support on sale
- Pick up a decent PCIe 5.0 PSU cable or quality riser cable cheap

Then just slot the 5090 in when price/stock stabilizes. That way you’re not relying on some “unicorn” 5090 bundle. You build the bundle yourself from legit retailers (Newegg, Amazon direct, Micro Center, etc.) and avoid dodgy third‑party sellers.

Realistically, I wouldn’t expect more than maybe $50–$100 off the 5090 itself that first Cyber Monday… if anything. But you can definitely save a solid couple hundred on the supporting hardware and end up with a better, quieter, safer setup than most pre-packed deals.

Not as good as we all want on the GPU price, unfortunately, but DIY’ing the ecosystem around it is where the real Cyber Monday value usually is.

Hope this helps!

Hey,

I’d look at this less as “5090 on sale vs not” and more as “which brand is likely to blink first on price and bundles by Cyber Monday 2025.” From a market perspective, the 5090 itself (Founders Edition or equivalent halo AIB models) probably won’t get a huge direct discount, but *brand-to-brand* behavior can make a noticeable difference.

**How it played out with 4090s (and why it matters):**
- **ASUS / MSI high-end (Strix, Suprim X)** – These stayed near or above MSRP the longest. Premium cooler, 3.5–4 slot designs, sometimes tiny OC, but not much discount early. Great if you care about thermals/acoustics and resale, bad if you’re hunting deals.
- **Gigabyte / Zotac mid-stack** – In my experience, these were the first to see any kind of rebate, small discounts, or game bundles once supply stabilized. Not massive drops, but $50–$100 plus a game wasn’t unusual after the initial frenzy.
- **EVGA (for earlier gens)** showed how board partners sometimes undercut slightly to gain share. Now that they’re gone from Nvidia GPUs, expect others (esp. Zotac, maybe PNY) to try to fill that “value but still legit” niche.

**What I’d realistically expect for 5090 by Cyber Monday 2025:**
- Top-tier models (Strix/Suprim-type): basically MSRP, maybe a tiny rebate or game bundle.
- Mid-tier AIBs: maybe 5–10% off *effective* price via:
- game bundle (Nvidia loves those mid-cycle),
- PSU or SSD combo at big retailers (Micro Center / Newegg / Amazon 1P),
- mail-in rebates or instant savings that don’t officially move MSRP.

If you want **a bundle with PSU** specifically, brands like **Gigabyte (GPU + Aorus PSU)** or **MSI (GPU + MSI PSU)** are the ones I’d watch. Nvidia FE + PSU bundles are way less common; retailers usually pair with AIB cards.

**My recommendation:**
- Don’t count on a huge raw price cut on the 5090 itself.
- Track which AIBs fight hardest on price: historically that’s **Zotac, PNY, Gigabyte (non-flagship)**.
- Use Cyber Monday 2025 to snipe a **value-focused AIB + PSU or game bundle** from a major retailer rather than hold out for a unicorn $300 discount.

FWIW, that combo approach got me the best "real" savings on 30/40-series without touching sketchy sellers.

Hope this helps!

Hey, one thing I’d *really* factor in if you’re timing a 5090 for Cyber Monday is pure compatibility/fit, not just price.

Quick checklist you might want to consider before you even think about “deals”:

- **Case clearance** – 4090s already barely fit in a lot of mid-towers; 5090 AIBs will likely be even longer/thicker. Measure **GPU length + cable bend** room, not just spec sheet length.
- **Slot thickness** – many high-end cards are 3.5–4 slots. Make sure you’re not blocking a slot you actually need (capture card, NVMe add-in, sound card, etc.).
- **PSU connectors** – if 5090 uses the 12V-2x6 / 12VHPWR successor, be careful with older PSUs + adapters. I’d suggest planning for a **native cable** from a reputable PSU brand instead of relying on a sketchy adapter in a cramped case.
- **Airflow** – Cyber Monday “deals” won’t help if the card is cooking at 85–90°C because your front intake is choked. Check you’ve got space for extra fans or a better front panel.
- **PCIe sag support** – these things are heavy. Make sure your case or bundle has a decent GPU support bracket so you’re not stressing the PCIe slot long term.

From what I know, I’d actually use the time between launch and Cyber Monday to sort the case/PSU situation first, then pounce on a legit retailer that maybe does a **bundle with a high-quality ATX 3.1 PSU + native cable**. Even a tiny discount + the “right” PSU is worth more to me than chasing $100 off and then realizing the card doesn’t fit or runs like a toaster.

TL;DR: before you worry about how much it’ll drop, make sure your case, PSU, and airflow are 5090-ready. Otherwise that Cyber Monday “deal” can turn into a headache fast.

Hope this helps!

Hey,

One angle I don’t see mentioned yet: where you live and your climate actually matter a *lot* for a 5090, especially if you’re targeting Cyber Monday 2025.

If you’re in a hot region (US south, parts of EU, Australia, etc.), I’d be careful planning a 5090 purchase that lands right before your warm season. A 450–600W card + PSU bundle looks like a good deal on paper, but if you’re running AC more hours per day, your *total* cost (GPU + higher power bill) can easily erase a 5–10% Cyber Monday “discount”. I’ve seen this with clients I build rigs for in Texas and Spain – winter deals, summer regret.

On the flip side, if you’re in a colder climate, grabbing a power‑hungry 5090 around late November actually isn’t terrible: the “wasted” heat is basically free room heating. In my own (northern EU) place, my 4090 effectively replaced a space heater during winter gaming sessions.

So, in my opinion:
- You might want to factor in local electricity rates and how often you need AC/heat.
- Don’t just chase the lowest Cyber Monday sticker price; check long‑term kWh cost where you live.
- Also watch regional stock patterns: in some EU countries 4090s *never* meaningfully dropped, while US got the better bundles.

If your area has high power costs + hot summers, I’d actually suggest waiting to see 5080/5070 efficiency numbers too, not just hoping for a 5090 discount.

Hope this helps!

Hey,

One angle I don’t see anyone touching much is **warranty and insurance**, which IMO matters more than a 5–10% Cyber Monday discount on a 5090.

**Background:** With the 3090/4090 generations, I’ve RMA’d a few cards for clients and my own rigs. Launch stock and sale stock usually share the *same* base warranty, but how and *where* you buy can change everything in practice.

**Why it matters for Cyber Monday 2025:**
- Big sale days = more third‑party sellers slipping into listings. Even “sold by X, fulfilled by Amazon” can mean:
- No manufacturer warranty (gray import / region issues)
- Shortened or non-transferable warranty
- Some AIBs (ASUS, MSI, etc.) start the warranty from **manufacture date**, not purchase date. If Cyber Monday stock is older launch inventory, you might already have months shaved off.
- Extended warranties / accidental damage policies from retailers (Micro Center, Best Buy, etc.) sometimes get **nerfed or excluded** on heavy promo SKUs.

**What I’d actually do if you’re waiting for 5090 deals:**
1. **Check the AIB warranty policy now** – region rules, registration window, whether they allow cooler swaps/undervolting without voiding.
2. On Cyber Monday, triple-check:
- “Sold and shipped by” is the actual retailer.
- Model is officially listed on the AIB’s local site.
3. Consider **paying a bit more** at a reputable retailer if it includes:
- Clear 3–4 year manufacturer warranty
- Store protection plan that explicitly covers GPU failure and power issues (handy if the PSU in the bundle is sketchy).
4. If you insure your rig (renter’s/home insurance or separate equipment policy), call or chat and confirm:
- Coverage limits for high-value components
- Whether documentation from a promo/bundle is enough for a claim

From what I’ve seen, saving $150 on a flagship and then losing warranty support because it was a weird marketplace listing is… painfully common. I’d treat Cyber Monday 2025 as **“best warranty + decent price”**, not just “lowest number wins.”

Hope this helps!

Hey, I’d look at this from a **resale / depreciation** angle more than the raw Cyber Monday discount.

**Option A – Buy 5090 at launch**
Pros: You get max time enjoying top tier. Resale next year (when 5090 Ti / 5080 land) is still strong; early buyers usually lose maybe 20–25% if they sell clean, boxed, and under warranty.
Cons: No launch deals, just MSRP or markup.

**Option B – Wait for Cyber Monday 2025 5090**
Pros: Maybe 5–10% off or a bundle, sure.
Cons: You’re buying when the hype window is already shrinking. If a 5090 Ti or 5080 is close, *your* resale window is shorter, so depreciation hits harder. So you save $100–$200 now but might lose that (or more) in lower resale later.

**Option C – Cyber Monday 2025 5080 / lower tier**
Pros: Bigger percentage discounts, and price/perf is often better. Depreciation is softer because you didn’t overpay for the halo tax.
Cons: Not “top dog” if that matters to you.

In my experience flipping GPUs (2080 → 3080 → 4090), the people who come out ahead money‑wise are either:
- Early adopters who resell before the next gen hype, or
- Mid‑tier buyers who catch good sales and just hold for years.

So if you care about future value more than bragging rights, I’d **either buy 5090 early and plan to resell before 6090 rumors**, or **target a discounted 5080 on Cyber Monday 2025**. Waiting specifically for a 5090 Cyber Monday deal is kinda the “worst of both worlds” for resale IMO.

Hope this helps you decide which path you wanna optimize for – usage time vs. future value.

Hey,

If you’re already thinking in “efficient flagship” terms, I’d actually look at the 5090 timing from an environmental / power-usage angle more than just Cyber Monday sticker price.

For my 3090 → 4090 jump, the funny thing was: the real "discount" wasn’t the sale price, it was my power bill and heat output. The 4090 gave me way more fps at roughly similar (often lower) power draw, so over 2–3 years of gaming and some CUDA work, it actually saved a non-trivial amount of electricity vs keeping the 3090 and cranking settings. That’s the kind of math I’d do for a 5090.

So for Cyber Monday 2025:

- **Don’t just watch price, watch efficiency per frame.** If 5090 is, say, 60–80% faster than 4090 at similar or slightly higher wattage (pure speculation, but that’s been the trend), that’s a big win in performance-per-watt. If you game a lot, that adds up.
- **Bundled PSUs can be a legit eco win.** A high-efficiency (80+ Gold/Platinum) PSU in a bundle can be more valuable long-term than a $50–$100 GPU discount. A good PSU wastes less power as heat. It’s boring, but it works.
- **Consider “previous-gen but ultra-efficient” instead.** If you want to be more eco-focused, a discounted 5080/5070 Ti that sips power might be a better total-footprint choice than a 5090, especially if you’re on 1440p.

Realistically, I wouldn’t expect massive 5090 price cuts on that first Cyber Monday. But if you can snag:

- a modest discount,
- plus a high-efficiency PSU bundle,
- and replace a truly power-hungry older card,

then, long-term, that’s a pretty decent environmentally-conscious upgrade path.

FWIW, I’d plan my build around lower total system wattage rather than just chasing the biggest 5090 discount. Hope this helps!