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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060: price, specs & release date
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, released 2025-05. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: en.wikipedia.org verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is listed at $299 on en.wikipedia.org as of 2026-06-27, #4 cheapest of 12 graphics cards (GPUs) (median $464); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 26/100 pay-blind standing, #12 of 13 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Strong 1080p rasterization performance, roughly 25-26% faster than the RTX 4060; DLSS 4 / Multi Frame Generation and Transformer upscaling deliver excellent image quality and high framerates.
- Skip if Only 8GB of VRAM — the core limitation for 1440p, ray tracing and future titles is a dealbreaker.
Is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 a good buy?
At $299, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is #4 cheapest of the 12 graphics cards (GPUs) we track, where the median is $464. On the spec sheet, its vram of 8 GB is the lowest of the 13, its boost clock of 2500 MHz is below the median of the 12, and its tdp of 145 W is below the median of the 13. By release date, it is among the newer of the 13 we date.
Evidence of Record
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3 independent labs measured this product, logging 12 distinct physical metrics between them — 1080p raster performance, noise, overclocking real-world performance and 9 more. That is how much independent evidence stands behind any claim about it — not a rating of the product.
1080p raster performance · noise · overclocking real-world performance · 3dmark fire strike · 3dmark time spy · cyberpunk 2077 1080p · cyberpunk 2077 1440p · horizon zero dawn · doom: the dark · marvel rivals 1080p · hogwarts legacy 1080p · avowed 1080p
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
Three whitelisted testers (TechPowerUp, Digital Trends, TechRadar) tested the $299 RTX 5060 hands-on; all rate it a strong 1080p card roughly 25-26% faster than the RTX 4060 and praise DLSS 4 image quality, but all three flag its 8GB VRAM as the key limit for 1440p, ray tracing and longevity.
Based on 3 reviews · 3 lab-tested · 2025-05-17–2025-09-23
Tested by TechPowerUp, Digital Trends, TechRadar
Consistently praised
- Strong 1080p rasterization performance, roughly 25-26% faster than the RTX 4060 · 3 sources
- DLSS 4 / Multi Frame Generation and Transformer upscaling deliver excellent image quality and high framerates · 3 sources
- $299 price and good value for the entry tier · 2 sources
- Low power draw (145W) with cool, efficient operation · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Only 8GB of VRAM — the core limitation for 1440p, ray tracing and future titles · 3 sources
- Ray tracing performance falls short at higher resolutions/settings without heavy upscaling · 3 sources
- Multi Frame Generation only helps when base framerate is already high; adds latency and artifacts · 2 sources
- Questionable longevity / weak upgrade over the RTX 4060 · 2 sources
Where reviewers disagree On overall value the sources split: TechPowerUp calls it excellent price/performance that's the best of the whole market and a better buy than Intel's Arc B580, while Digital Trends and TechRadar are cooler — Digital Trends flags questionable longevity and suggests stepping up to a 5070, and TechRadar still doesn't think 8GB is enough in 2025.
The sources (3)
1080p raster performance vs RTX 4060: +26% · 1080p raster performance vs RTX 3060: +45% · Noise under full load: 32 dBA · Overclocking real-world performance gain: +8.6%
At 1080p, Full HD, without ray tracing or upscaling, we measured the RTX 5060 8 GB to roughly match last generation's RTX 4060 Ti.
The problem is that with 8 GB VRAM, ray tracing will push VRAM usage well over 8 GB.
If you're not willing to work the settings, do not buy an 8 GB card in 2025.
3DMark Fire Strike (1080p): 34,779 · 3DMark Time Spy: 14,464 · Cyberpunk 2077 1080p native: 125 FPS · Cyberpunk 2077 1440p native: 81 FPS · Cyberpunk 2077 1440p ray tracing: 29 FPS · Horizon Zero Dawn 1080p native: 147 FPS
In raw rasterization at native settings, it shows itself to be a comfortable 1080p powerhouse and a capable 1440p option.
The RTX 5060 delivers excellent 1080p and solid 1440p gaming at a fair price, but its 8GB VRAM leaves questions about how well it will hold up in the years ahead.
Ultimately, the RTX 5060 feels like a card built for the present rather than the future.
Doom: The Dark Ages 1080p (DLSS 4 + MFG, Ultra Nightmare): >220 fps · Marvel Rivals 1080p (DLSS 4 + MFG): 250-260 fps · Cyberpunk 2077 1080p RT Overdrive (DLSS 4 + MFG): 121 fps avg · Hogwarts Legacy 1080p (DLSS Override MFG): 170-180 fps · Avowed 1080p (DLSS Override MFG): 189 fps avg
at the asking price, the RTX 5060 is a definite improvement over the RTX 4060, thanks in no small part to the introduction of MFG
As for that 8GB question... honestly, I still don't think it's enough, especially considering that 1440p is becoming a more popular resolution for PC gamers.
no amount of MFG will produce enough extra frames to salvage the game's playability.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $299 US launch MSRP for single 8 GB config; launched May 19, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Brand | NVIDIA |
| Released | 2025-05 |
| GPU chip | GB206-250 |
| Vram (GB) | 8 |
| Vram type | GDDR7 |
| Boost clock (MHz) | 2500 |
| Cuda or stream cores | 3840 |
| Tdp (W) | 145 |
| Pcie | 5.0 x16 |
| Slot width | — |
Source: en.wikipedia.org (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by nvidia.com. Specs from Wikipedia GeForce RTX 50 series table, corroborated by NVIDIA compare page (3,840 CUDA cores, 8 GB GDDR7, 2.50 GHz boost, 145 W). Single VRAM config. Slot width null.
Is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 worth it vs cheaper graphics cards (GPUs)?
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 against its closest cheaper and pricier graphics cards (GPUs) on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked
| Product | Price | GPU chip | Vram (GB) | Vram type | Boost clock (MHz) | Cuda or stream cores |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 this | $299 | GB206-250 | 8 | GDDR7 | 2500 | 3840 |
| Intel Arc B580 | $249 | BMG-G21 | 12 | GDDR6 | 2670 | 2560 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti | $379 | GB206-300 | 8 | GDDR7 | 2570 | 4608 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060?
Three whitelisted testers (TechPowerUp, Digital Trends, TechRadar) tested the $299 RTX 5060 hands-on; all rate it a strong 1080p card roughly 25-26% faster than the RTX 4060 and praise DLSS 4 image quality, but all three flag its 8GB VRAM as the key limit for 1440p, ray tracing and longevity. Praised: Strong 1080p rasterization performance, roughly 25-26% faster than the RTX 4060; DLSS 4 / Multi Frame Generation and Transformer upscaling deliver excellent image quality and high framerates; $299 price and good value for the entry tier; Low power draw (145W) with cool, efficient operation. Flagged: Only 8GB of VRAM — the core limitation for 1440p, ray tracing and future titles; Ray tracing performance falls short at higher resolutions/settings without heavy upscaling; Multi Frame Generation only helps when base framerate is already high; adds latency and artifacts; Questionable longevity / weak upgrade over the RTX 4060. (From 3 tester reviews, 3 lab-tested.)
How much does the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 cost?
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has a US price of $299 (US launch MSRP for single 8 GB config; launched May 19, 2025), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 compare on price?
At $299, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is #4 cheapest of the 12 graphics cards (GPUs) we track, where the median is $464.
When was the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 released?
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 was released 2025-05.
What are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060's key specs?
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (NVIDIA): gpu chip GB206-250, vram gb 8, vram type GDDR7, boost clock mhz 2500, cuda or stream cores 3840. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $299 at en.wikipedia.org, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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