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But what does it actually mean?

Furthermore, what does the current Peripheral Component Interconnect Express standard mean for computing in 2025?

Motherboard close up on PCIe slots

What does PCIe 5.0 mean?

When did PCIe 5.0 come out?

What are PCIe 5.0 Components?

M.2 NVMe SSD Flash Drive mounted on a Mainboard/Motherboard

Do you need a PCIe 5.0 capable PC?

What are the downsides of PCIe 5.0?

Gen 5.0M.2 SSDsare also pricey, but offer leading performance for the money.

PCI Express bus interface connector, x16, x8, x4, x1, on the computer motherboard

An Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 resting on an RTX 5090 on a gray crafting mat.

PC gamer looking at PC in anger and disbelief

Computer power supply unit isolated on white background. Focus on PCIe 5.0 port