It has been observed that NVIDIA’s high-end graphics cards， such as the RTX 5090， are frequently resold through various channels domestically. Surprisingly， even the China-exclusive RTX 5090D has found its way to international markets， being re-sold at exorbitant prices. This phenomenon highlights the strong global demand for top-tier GPUs and the complex dynamics of the current graphics card market.
In late April of this year， GALAX (影驰) launched their flagship RTX 5090D HOF (Hall of Fame) series. Notably， the XOC version， featuring dual 16-pin power connectors and a global limited edition of only 100 units， was initially priced at 29，999 Chinese Yuan. Other variants， the OC LAB Plus-X and OC LAB， were released at 26，199 Yuan and 26，099 Yuan respectively. These pricing points reflect the premium nature and limited availability of these specialized cards.
The GALAX HOF RTX 5090D XOC has since appeared on European e-commerce platforms， with a asking price of approximately 4，700 Euros. This converts to nearly 40，000 Chinese Yuan， demonstrating a significant markup from its original retail price. The substantial price increase suggests a speculative market driven by scarcity and intense demand from international enthusiasts who might not have direct access to these China-exclusive models.
Similarly， the GALAX HOF RTX 5090D OC LAB has been spotted on American e-commerce platforms， listed at 5，500 Euros， which also translates to close to 40，000 Chinese Yuan. The fact that different versions are appearing on separate international markets indicates a widespread pattern of these limited edition cards being acquired and resold at premium prices， likely exploiting regional availability differences.
It is important to note that GALAX has not released a standard HOF version of the RTX 5090; the HOF edition is exclusively for the RTX 5090D. This distinction could be a contributing factor to the elevated prices observed in the secondary market， as the “D” variant may possess specific characteristics or fulfill particular market needs that make it more desirable or collectible internationally.
The re-exportation of these China-specific GPUs at such inflated prices underscores the global demand for cutting-edge graphics technology and the significant premiums collectors and performance enthusiasts are willing to pay for rare and powerful hardware， especially when official channels are limited.
