--- title: "Nvidia is coming with a slower RTX 4090 in China under US restriction" description: "Nvidia Adjusts Chip for China to Meet U.S. Export Restrictions" author: "Saumya Mishra" published: 2024-01-01 updated: 2024-01-01 canonical: https://www.mindstick.com/news/3692/nvidia-is-coming-with-a-slower-rtx-4090-in-china-under-us-restriction category: "technology" tags: ["core framework", "usa", "ai"] reading_time: 2 minutes --- # Nvidia is coming with a slower RTX 4090 in China under US restriction **In a bid to bypass American export restrictions,** [**Nvidia**](https://www.mindstick.com/news/3529/nvidia-unveils-h200-ai-processor-upgrade-amidst-intensifying-competition) **is launching a slightly less powerful version of its flagship** [**RTX 4090 graphics**](https://www.mindstick.com/news/3522/dell-alienware-aurora-r16-desktop-with-13th-and-14th-gen-intel-core-cpus-launched-in-india) **card, the RTX 4090D, exclusively for the Chinese market.** This toned-down version features **11% fewer** processing cores to comply with U.S. regulations targeting advanced chips with potential [AI applications](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/161494/how-is-natural-language-processing-nlp-used-in-ai-applications). ## Key Highlights: - **Reduced Core Count:** The RTX 4090D has 11% fewer CUDA cores than the global version, impacting AI performance to meet export requirements. - **U.S. Government Collaboration:** Nvidia actively engaged with the U.S. government during development to ensure compliance. - **Gaming and AI Focus:** While primarily targeting gaming, the RTX 4090D still leverages AI for [performance enhancements](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/160441/what-are-the-performance-enhancements-introduced-in-dot-net-core-6). ## Detailed [News](https://www.mindstick.com/developersection/news): **Subdued Performance for China:** The RTX 4090D boasts the same 24GB of GDDR6X memory and 2.52 GHz boost clock as the global model, but its **14,592 CUDA cores** fall short compared to the 16,384 found outside of China. This **downsized core count** directly affects AI processing capabilities, a key area of concern for U.S. export controls. **Collaboration with U.S. Authorities:** Nvidia's spokesperson emphasized their **close cooperation with the** **U.S. governmen****t** throughout the RTX 4090D's development, ensuring it adheres to all export regulations. This proactive approach aims to maintain access to the Chinese market while respecting American [security concerns](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/101717/how-does-india-address-national-security-concerns). **AI for Gaming Enhancements:** Though designed for gaming, the RTX 4090D still utilizes AI for various [performance optimizations](https://www.mindstick.com/forum/157969/what-are-some-of-the-performance-optimizations-and-improvements-introduced-in-bootstrap-5). Nvidia's **DLSS technology** upscales resolution using AI, improving visuals while maintaining frame rates. However, **advanced AI applications beyond gaming might be hampered** by the reduced core count. **Nvidia's [Balancing Act](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/view/87391/balancing-act-the-implications-of-west-bengal-s-investment-in-madrasas):** This launch reflects Nvidia's attempt to navigate the complex geopolitical landscape surrounding high-[tech](https://www.mindstick.com/services/technologies) chip exports. By offering a tailored product for China, the company hopes to **retain market share** while **complying with U.S. regulations**. The success of this strategy will depend on the RTX 4090D's reception in China and the evolving regulatory landscape. This adjusted chip launch marks a significant development in the ongoing saga of tech trade restrictions between the U.S. and China. It remains to be seen whether the RTX 4090D paves the way for similar product adaptations in the future or represents a unique workaround for a specific chip and market. ![Nvidia is coming with a slower RTX 4090 in China under US restriction](https://www.mindstick.com/usernews/655071/b35091e2-1fe1-456e-985c-abcae28e3293/images/2fee1cc9-197a-44d8-b351-bb5b3776c549.jpg) --- Original Source: https://www.mindstick.com/news/3692/nvidia-is-coming-with-a-slower-rtx-4090-in-china-under-us-restriction Copyright © MindStick Software Pvt. Ltd. This Markdown version is provided for developers, AI systems, and offline reading.