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NVIDIA RSUs vest quarterly over 4 years with a 1-year cliff. Given the explosive growth in AI and GPU demand, NVIDIA equity has been exceptionally valuable. The company provides annual refresh grants to retain talent.
Stock Price
$177.10
Closing price · Feb 27, 2026
Vesting Period
4 years
4-year schedule with 1-year cliff (25% vests) followed by quarterly vesting, or 4-year uniform vesting, or 4-year backloaded vesting (40/30/20/10)
Vesting Frequency
Quarterly
How often shares vest
Cliff Period
12 months
Before first vest
NVIDIA RSUs vest quarterly over 4 years with a 1-year cliff. Given the explosive growth in AI and GPU demand, NVIDIA equity has been exceptionally valuable. The company provides annual refresh grants to retain talent.
NVIDIA RSUs vest on a 4-year schedule with 1-year cliff (25% vests) followed by quarterly vesting, or 4-year uniform vesting, or 4-year backloaded vesting (40/30/20/10) schedule with a 12-month cliff.
Example calculation based on 100 shares:
| Year | Vesting % | Shares Vesting | Estimated Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 25% | 25 | $4,427.50 |
| Year 2 | 25% | 25 | $4,427.50 |
| Year 3 | 25% | 25 | $4,427.50 |
| Year 4 | 25% | 25 | $4,427.50 |
| Total | 100% | 100 | $17,710 |
* Based on NVIDIA stock price of $177.10 as of Feb 27, 2026. Actual values will vary.
25%
25 shares
$4,427.50
25%
25 shares
$4,427.50
25%
25 shares
$4,427.50
25%
25 shares
$4,427.50
NVIDIA vesting schedule based on 100 total shares
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RSUs taxed as ordinary income at quarterly vesting. The stock price appreciation can create significant tax liability.
Let's walk through what happens when 100 shares of your NVIDIA RSUs vest at the current stock price.
Calculate gross value at vesting
100 shares × $177.10
= $17,710
Estimate taxes owed (federal + state + FICA)
$17,710 × 45%
= $7,969.50
Calculate net value after taxes
$17,710 - $7,969.50
= $9,740.50
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