If you’ve bought a PC part in the last decade, the name EVGA probably rings a bell. For ages, EVGA was one of the biggest brands selling graphics cards, especially to gamers and PC builders in the US and Europe. But if you’ve been checking tech headlines or user forums lately, you’ve probably seen chatter about the company shrinking, closing offices, or maybe even shutting down for good.
So what’s actually happening? Is EVGA really on the way out, or is it just changing up the way it does business? Let’s lay out the whole story, with all the twists, turns, and real context.
EVGA: From Graphics Giant to Question Mark
A few years ago, EVGA was considered one of the “big three” graphics card makers you could actually buy at your local store. They built their whole reputation on Nvidia’s GeForce GPUs, selling premium, overclocked cards with solid warranties and a big focus on customer service.
Then in September 2022, everything changed. EVGA abruptly ended its decades-long partnership with Nvidia. The announcement was a shock, since more than three-quarters of their annual revenue came from selling graphics cards. Losing that line overnight meant things were never going to be the same.
The Nvidia Breakup and Why It Happened
The split wasn’t just a surprise for customers; it caught almost everyone off guard in the PC industry. According to the official story, CEO Andrew Han said the relationship just wasn’t working. He pointed towards thin profit margins, Nvidia undercutting partners by selling cards directly, and EVGA being left out of the loop on important pricing information.
There were also issues with overstock. When the GPU market cooled down after its wild pandemic demand, EVGA and others were left holding too many cards they couldn’t sell at profit. Sticking around, they said, would just mean bleeding even more money. So EVGA walked away, cut its GPU production entirely, and promised to help its customers through warranties and support.
Shifting Gears: From Graphics Cards to Other Tech
After exiting the GPU space, EVGA shifted its public messaging. On its website, you’ll still find power supplies, mice, mechanical keyboards, and motherboards for sale. The company made a big point of saying it would honor existing graphics card warranties and even keep its RMA (return merchandise authorization) process running. It was clear that supporting current customers was a priority.
But if you dig deeper, you’ll see what’s missing. There aren’t a lot of fresh products. EVGA hasn’t signed on with AMD or Intel to make other brands’ graphics cards, which many thought might be a natural next step. Instead, they said they’d rather stay independent.
Their Step-Up program continues, which allows customers to trade up to newer products, just not the graphics cards EVGA was once famous for. Customer forums and tech sites still field questions about if motherboards or power supplies will get long-term support.
2023–2025: More Rumors, Fewer Products, Tough Questions
After the split, rumors about EVGA closing offices, especially in Taiwan, started showing up on Reddit and enthusiast forums. People said staff were quitting and support teams were shrinking. EVGA went on the record to deny these claims, saying their headquarters remained open and their service teams were still helping customers.
At the time, it looked like they were holding the line. Key engineer Vince “Kingpin” Lucido, known for high-performance GPU designs, stayed on staff, signaling some stability.
But as weeks turned into months, cracks showed. By early 2024, several users noticed that EVGA had stopped producing new motherboards. BIOS updates slowed to a crawl. Forum posts wondered if they’d get support as newer Intel and AMD chips rolled out.
The company tried to keep up appearances like launching an occasional new mouse or power supply but there just wasn’t the old swagger. No new major collaborations or big launches hit the news. They weren’t chasing the expansion moves that competitors like Corsair were making.
Refusing to Partner, Choosing Their Own Lane
One big choice EVGA made was to avoid jumping into partnerships with AMD or Intel to make new graphics cards. Most expected that, after leaving Nvidia behind, EVGA would find new GPU partners. After all, both companies are eager to grow their graphics businesses, and EVGA’s brand loyalty is strong among gamers.
But CEO Andrew Han and the leadership said no they’d rather step back than become just another supplier. Some see this as admirable. Others wonder if it’s just stubborn.
No matter the reasoning, the choice means fewer revenue options for EVGA. In an industry where margins are thin and customer expectations are rising, keeping your footprint small is risky. But so far, that’s the decision.
What’s Actually Happening at EVGA’s Offices?
By mid-2025, there’s still an official EVGA website, and customer support emails are still answered. If you look up their business addresses, you’ll find those offices listed though it’s less clear how staffed each is compared to the old days.
Some users say they notice a slower response time or worry about warranty repairs taking longer. But there’s no widespread evidence of bankruptcy filings or a sudden vanishing act. Workers who left haven’t posted horror stories online, which sometimes happens fast when a company crumbles.
Instead, EVGA seems to be paying its bills, shrinking its staff, and not making new hires. Basically, it’s what some call a “slow wind-down” or “coasting” they aren’t chasing growth, but they’re not formally closing, either.
If you follow industry chatter, this is pretty different from bigger U.S. brands like Corsair, which has pushed into everything from streaming gear to pre-built PCs. EVGA, meanwhile, is just keeping its loyal customers covered and letting the rest of the market pass by.
Competitors Push Forward EVGA Plays Defense
It helps to look at what other brands are doing for comparison. Corsair snapped up several companies, pushed hard into new categories like gaming chairs and capture cards, and now leans into the “ecosystem” game: buy everything branded Corsair and it’ll all work together.
Asus, MSI, and Gigabyte are also juggling graphics cards, laptops, displays, and more. These companies ride out market swings by spreading their bets across product lines and regions.
EVGA’s strategy looks much more defensive. No new product lines, just a trickle of updates to existing ones when those lines themselves aren’t being wound down. There’s a sense that senior leadership is just trying to keep the ship steady, rather than steer aggressively into new waters.
If you want to see how other businesses handle transition after losing a key partnership, there’s some good advice and case studies at Side Business Tips. It’s a reminder that survival isn’t always about bold moves; sometimes, it’s about keeping promises and wrapping things up properly.
What’s Next for EVGA? Slow Fade, or a New Chapter?
So here’s where things stand: As of mid-2025, EVGA is not out of business. You can still buy EVGA power supplies, a few peripherals, and there are teams helping customers with support and warranty claims.
But at the same time, there’s no big “saved” story here. Investors probably shouldn’t expect a comeback, and there are no signs of new categories, fresh leadership, or a secret pivot plan in public. With no clear direction past “support the existing base,” people naturally worry that EVGA is in the early stages of winding itself down, one department at a time.
Will someone come in with capital or a vision to restart growth? It’s possible, but there are no obvious hints of that happening. The gaming hardware market is moving fast, and so far, EVGA seems comfortable sticking with what it knows even if that means a much smaller company in a year or two.
EVGA’s Place in Tech: A Company in Limbo
If you’re a current EVGA customer, there’s not much immediate danger. Warranty repairs are being honored, and there’s every reason to think support will stick around for another few years. For new buyers, though, the lack of new products suggests you should shop carefully and make sure EVGA will have what you need if something breaks down the line.
No bankruptcy headlines, no sudden shutdown but also, no excitement around new products or surprising turnarounds. For now, EVGA is in a kind of business limbo.
And that’s where things sit: Not out of business, but not racing forward either. It’s a quiet ending or at least, a long pause for one of gaming’s most recognizable brands. The rest of the PC world keeps moving. Whether EVGA finds its next act or just keeps coasting, only time will tell.
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