1. Get the 3080 (if I can even get on the list) but leave money on the table for not getting a comparible value for what I paid (~$800 vs $1500).
2. I try and wait a week on the 24th in case the 3090 is available. If it is, great! If not, the 3080s will likely all be sold out and now I can't even use the step up program before my 90 days is up. 

stratusfearx
As for me, today is my very last day, and of course there is nothing. I feel really bad for the handful of folks I've seen that will miss it by one day (9/16 step-up option expiration) but even a week IMO is too close also. For me, this was my first EVGA card and I had no problems with it, it has been great, but missing the step-up by such a short period of time certainly gives me no reason to stay when I upgrade.

Cool GTX

Dmoney52225
I have a 2080ti currently. Can I trade for a 3080 if 3090's arent available? Would I have to pay anything (other then shipping perhaps)

 
correct - pay for the return shipping


 
Frequently Asked Questions 
What happens when I Step-Up to a cheaper product?
 
You will only have to pay for the return shipping at the time of paying for your Step-Up. EVGA will not credit you the difference.

Juan_Bijero
It seems to me that some may be working themselves up into a bit of a lather.  I'm looking to step up from a 2070 Super FTW3 Ultra (Still a very nice card) that I purchased in the latter part of July.  If RTX 3080s are listed before my 90 days comes up, I will immediately start the process to step up.  If 3080s aren't listed by that time, I will probably just enjoy the 2070 Super that I just purchased - because it still is a pretty nice card even with all the improvements that we are being promised by the 3000 series cards.  So I will cross my fingers and remain hopeful until I am absolutely sure of a "no."  

stratusfearx

Cool GTX
 
It has happened to many members, even myself ......  Not that I've bought a new card with the goal of buying the next generation soon

 
I did not either, I actually haven't been in PC gaming for several years and just recently got back into it and built a new machine, so I didn't even know the 30 series was on the horizon when I purchased.
 

No other company even offers anything like the EVGA 90 day Step-Up
 
Beside ... Nvidia controls the earliest day, when next generation cards can be sold

 
I mean, I get that, and I appreciate that they offer it, but if I can't use it, then does it really matter to me who I buy a GPU from? Most of the people who are going to use the option are going to be those who already know what's coming down the pipe, because they'll have bought in at a properly informed time, I would think...

MattyKHZ
But people aren’t. People are expecting this programme to be changed to suit their needs. Should someone be able to purchase an item 80 days ago, then get on a list for a potential upgrade that may or may not happen at a future date when that date is not known. Say this is being on a list.

I may as well buy a EVGA card, then ask for a list to be made for me for a 4080 card as I am sure that will be better and so long as I let EVGA know within 90 days of purchase that I would like the next big thing, they should honour it.

Why have people purchased prior to 90 days of a new release and expect a programme with a 90 day policy be changed for them?

MattyKHZ
The EVGA Step-Up program helps you have the peace of mind to purchase your favourite product now, knowing you can upgrade to the latest parts that come out within the first 90 days from your purchase.

If you purchased within 90 days before release date then you don’t have a problem do you? If you didn’t then why is that someone else’s problem?

Also step up items are limited, I see only one current 2080 model and one 2070. They are normally the lower models and only listed if availability allows. That is all stated in the programme you wish to use and are so horrified that you cannot be allocated whatever you want before your time limit allows. Where does it state a purchaser can reserve a potential future release that may or may not become available for Step Up after the 90 days, providing they get their request in before 90 days.

highwayhigh
I built my new machine at the end of July and needed a new GPU. I bought a 2080 Super from EVGA explicitly for the Step-Up program, to protect myself in case new cards were released. The new cards are releasing in a few days and people (including me) are now rightfully asking if EVGA is going to honor their end of the bargain. We just want to know if we will be able to get on a list when the cards release. So far, the answer has been "We won't know anything until release" or "it may depend on supplies." I think people are then rightfully frustrated at the lack of clear assurance that their investment really will be protected.

slookz
Hoping to receive some good news in 3 hours or so. I bought my 2080 Super at the end of July and chose an EVGA model SPECIFICALLY AND SOLELY because of the Step-Up Program. I don’t care when they honor it, so long as they eventually hold up their end of the deal. If they know they’re not going to be able to fulfill the upgrades from 20-30 series, they’ve known for quite some time now. If I end up screwed over, I can’t say that I’ll ever spend another penny on anything branded with an EVGA logo ever again, which is a real shame. I’m confident they’ll do the right thing. We’ll know soon enough. Fingers crossed.