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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£280VRAM:8 GBMemory bus width:128 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):145 W

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Review: Compare 117 technical specifications, 20 expert and video reviews and 12 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

40%

6.7

Technical score

25%

6.7

Reviews score

25%

8.6

List score

10%

8.2

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 51% of graphics cards
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

★Better than 94%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

44%

5.7

Performance

24%

5.1

Memory

12%

8.8

Power

11%

9.8

Features

5%

9.7

Design

4%

10

Connectivity

▼Worse than 55%
6.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 74% of models

6.7

Mark 7.0 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

6.5

Average grade

20%

9.0

Popularity

Grades by review (20)
13 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 74%
8.6

List score

List score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (12)
List score: in 12 of 86 lists (14%)
★Better than 99%
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What reviewers say about the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

Based on 13 · 7

Reviewers like its low power draw and strong esports speed, but widely criticise the limited video memory and disagree on overall gaming performance.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

Based on 164 owners sharing their experience in online comments

74%positive14%mixed12%negative

Owners praise smooth, affordable gaming, while limited memory can force lower settings in demanding games.

What owners dislike

  • The 8GB memory fills up over time in demanding games, and frame rates can drop sharply after 15 minutes, forcing lower textures or settings.20
  • Owners say it struggles with heavy games and 1440p, with frame rates falling to around 30 to 60 fps in some titles unless settings or resolution drop.9

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of graphics card NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

44%

5.7

Performance

24%

5.1

Memory

12%

8.8

Power

11%

9.8

Features

5%

9.7

Design

4%

10

Connectivity

6.7
Reviews score
6.7
List score
8.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

7.9
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
13,632 points
Market range: <4.1k points – >30.1k points
This graphics card scores 13,632 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 53.3% of graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
8,600 points
Market range: <0 points – >22.4k points
This graphics card scores 8,600 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is lower than 54.3% of graphics cards and equal to 0.2% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
20,838 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
This graphics card scores 20,838 points in PassMark G3D, which is lower than 58% of graphics cards and equal to 0.3% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
10,485 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
This graphics card scores 10,485 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is lower than 58.2% of graphics cards and equal to 0.2% of graphics cards.
FP32 performance
19.2 TFLOPS
Market range: <3.94 TFLOPS – >56.3 TFLOPS
This graphics card delivers 19.2 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is lower than that of 58.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.6% of graphics cards.
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What reviewers say
VRAM
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This graphics card has 8 GB of VRAM, which is less than 56.8% of graphics cards and equal to 25.7% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR7
This graphics card uses GDDR7 memory, which is newer than on 79.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.4% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
128 bit
Market range: <128 bit – >384 bit
This graphics card uses a 128 bit memory bus, which is narrower than that of 68.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 26.7% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
448 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
This graphics card reaches 448 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 41.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.8% of graphics cards.
Effective memory speed
28,000 MHz
Market range: <7k MHz – >28k MHz
This graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 28,000 MHz, which is faster than that of 78.9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 16.8% of graphics cards.
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What reviewers say
PCI Express (PCIe) version
5
This graphics card supports PCIe 5, which is newer than on 73% of graphics cards and equal to 27% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x8
This graphics card uses x8 PCIe lanes, which is fewer than 75.9% of graphics cards and equal to 22.9% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
12 Ultimate
This graphics card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is more advanced than on 22.8% of graphics cards and equal to 77.2% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
1.4
This graphics card supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 20.8% of graphics cards and equal to 79.2% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
This graphics card supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 2% of graphics cards and equal to 98% of graphics cards.
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What reviewers say
Max displays supported
4
Market range: <4 – >4
This graphics card supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 9% of graphics cards and equal to 88.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
7680x4320
This graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 9.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 90.9% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This graphics card offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 21.7% of graphics cards and equal to 76% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
2.1b
This graphics card supports DisplayPort 2.1b, which is more advanced than on 77.8% of graphics cards and equal to 22.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
80 Gbps
Market range: <5.4 Gbps – >80 Gbps
This graphics card supports DisplayPort link rates up to 80 Gbps, which is faster than on 84.9% of graphics cards and equal to 14.9% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
145 W
Market range: <86 W – >360 W
This graphics card has a TDP of 145 W, which is lower than that of 75.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.6% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
150 W
Market range: <106 W – >365 W
This graphics card draws 150 W under peak load, which is lower than 75.9% of graphics cards and equal to 1.4% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
550 W
Market range: <450 W – >850 W
This graphics card recommends a 550 W PSU, which is lower than that of 61.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 13.3% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
145 W
Market range: <107 W – >400 W
This graphics card has a board power limit of 145 W, which is lower than that of 77.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.2% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
145 W
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What reviewers say
Size
241x 111x 40 mm
Length
241 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >337 mm
This graphics card is 241 mm long, which is shorter than 74.3% of graphics cards and equal in length to 1.7% of graphics cards.
Height
40 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
This graphics card is 40 mm tall, which is shorter than 98.8% of graphics cards and equal in height to 0.3% of graphics cards.
Slot width
2 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
This graphics card occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 52.4% of graphics cards and equal in width to 43.4% of graphics cards.
Weight
490 g
Market range: <541 g – >2k g
This graphics card weighs 490 g, which is lighter than 91.5% of Graphics cards and equal to 0.2% of Graphics cards.
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What reviewers say

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 vs the average graphics card

246810TotalPerformanceMemoryFeaturesConnectivityPowerDesign
  • 47.4% faster memory speed
    This graphics card has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (28,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    28,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • Supports ECC memory
    This graphics card supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • Newer PCIe version
    This graphics card supports a newer PCIe version than the average graphics card (5 vs 4).
    5 vs 4
  • 18.8% higher base clock speed
    This graphics card has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,280 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    2,280 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 85 mm lower card height
    This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (40 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    40 mm vs 125 mm
  • 32.6% lower TDP
    This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (145 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    145 W vs 215 W
  • Newer DisplayPort version
    This graphics card supports a newer DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 1.4a).
    2.1b vs 1.4a
  • 13.2% higher list score
    List score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (12)
    List score: in 12 of 86 lists (14%)
    8.6 vs 7.6
  • 13.2% higher list score
    List score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (12)
    List score: in 12 of 86 lists (14%)
    8.6 vs 7.6
  • 5.9% better value for money
    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has better value for money than the average graphics card (7.85 vs 7.4).
    7.85 vs 7.41
  • 18.8% higher base clock speed
    This graphics card has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,280 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    2,280 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 2 years newer
    This graphics card was released more recently than the average graphics card (2025 vs 2023).
    May 2025
    2025 vs 2023
  • 4.33x higher BF16 performance
    This graphics card has a higher BF16 performance than the average graphics card (153.5 TFLOPS vs 35.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has BF16 performance of 35.48 TFLOPS.
    153.5 TFLOPS vs 35.48 TFLOPS
  • 47.4% faster memory speed
    This graphics card has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (28,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    28,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • Supports ECC memory
    This graphics card supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • Newer GDDR version
    This graphics card uses a newer GDDR version than the average graphics card (GDDR7 vs GDDR6).
    GDDR7 vs GDDR6
  • 8x more Infinity Cache
    This graphics card has more Infinity Cache than the average graphics card (32 MB vs 4 MB). The average graphics card has 4 MB Infinity Cache.
    32 MB vs 4 MB
  • Newer PCIe version
    This graphics card supports a newer PCIe version than the average graphics card (5 vs 4).
    5 vs 4
  • Newer shader model
    This graphics card supports a newer shader model than the average graphics card (7 vs 6.8).
    7 vs 6.8
  • Newer DisplayPort version
    This graphics card supports a newer DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 1.4a).
    2.1b vs 1.4a
  • Newer HDMI version
    This graphics card supports a newer HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 2.1a).
    2.1b vs 2.1a
  • 3.7x higher DisplayPort bandwidth
    This graphics card has a higher DisplayPort bandwidth than the average graphics card (80 Gbps vs 21.6 Gbps). The average graphics card has DisplayPort bandwidth of 21.6 Gbps.
    80 Gbps vs 21.6 Gbps
  • 32.6% lower TDP
    This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (145 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    145 W vs 215 W
  • 15.4% lower PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    550 W vs 650 W
  • 34.1% lower board power limit
    This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (145 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    145 W vs 220 W
  • 6 °C higher thermal ceiling
    This graphics card has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (89 °C vs 95 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 95 °C.
    89 °C vs 95 °C
  • 9 °C lower idle temperature
    This graphics card has a lower idle temperature than the average graphics card (28 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
    28 °C vs 37 °C
  • 85 mm lower card height
    This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (40 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    40 mm vs 125 mm
  • 41.2 mm shorter card length
    This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (241 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    241 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s slimmer design
    This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 51.7% lighter
    This graphics card is lighter than the average graphics card (490 g vs 1,014 g). The average graphics card weighs 1,014 g.
    490 g vs 1,014 g
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 1 fewer fans
    This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 10 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    30 vs 40
  • 64 fewer TMUs
    This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (120 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    120 vs 184
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    This graphics card has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    128 bit vs 192 bit
  • Fewer PCIe lanes
    This graphics card has fewer PCIe lanes than the average graphics card (x8 vs x16). The average graphics card has x16 PCIe lanes.
    x8 vs x16
  • 10 fewer ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    30 vs 40
  • 16 fewer ROPs
    This graphics card has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (48 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    48 vs 64
  • 6.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models

    6.7

    Mark 7.0 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    6.5

    Average grade

    20%

    9.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (20)
    13 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.7 vs 7.2
  • 10 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    30 vs 40
  • 64 fewer TMUs
    This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (120 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    120 vs 184
  • 10 fewer ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    30 vs 40
  • 16 fewer ROPs
    This graphics card has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (48 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    48 vs 64
  • 25.7% lower pixel rate
    This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (119.9 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    119.9 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 20.7% lower texture rate
    This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (299.6 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    299.6 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 24 fewer AI cores
    This graphics card has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (120 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    120 vs 144
  • 15% lower FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (19.2 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    19.2 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    This graphics card has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    128 bit vs 192 bit
  • Fewer PCIe lanes
    This graphics card has fewer PCIe lanes than the average graphics card (x8 vs x16). The average graphics card has x16 PCIe lanes.
    x8 vs x16
  • 2 fewer monitors per output type
    This graphics card supports fewer monitors per output type than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card supports 3 monitors per output type.
    1 vs 3
  • More basic codec support
    This graphics card encodes more basic formats than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/AV1 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
    H.264/H.265/AV1 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
  • 1 fewer fans
    This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

4.0
zWORMz Gaming
≈ estimated
08/06/2025
Gameplay review · 1080p tests across many games
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is not recommended because its 8 GB of VRAM forces too many texture compromises in modern AAA games.
6.0
Vex
≈ estimated
04/06/2025
Hands-on review · benchmarks and VRAM tests
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is surprisingly not terrible, but its 8 GB of VRAM causes poor performance once it runs out.
4.0
Hardware Unboxed
≈ estimated
20/05/2025
Full review · benchmarks and VRAM analysis
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is not recommended at this price: 8 GB of VRAM will age poorly, despite decent value on paper.
Not graded
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
17/07/2025
Lab test · Asus Prime OC
Verdict
The RTX 5060 runs cool, draws little power and handles AI work well, but the 16GB AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT often beats it in games.
6.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
29/07/2025
Benchmark review · Compact low-power card
Verdict
The RTX 5060 is a compact, low-power card that fits most cases, but it trails AMD's RX 9060 XT at 1440p and lacks memory for higher resolutions.
7.0
digitalfoundry.net
≈ estimated
24/05/2025
Benchmark review · Mainstream 8GB card
Verdict
The RTX 5060 handles 1080p well with DLSS, but its 8GB of video memory limits it in the newest games.
4.0
gamersnexus.net
≈ estimated
21/07/2025
Benchmark review · Three resolutions
Verdict
The RTX 5060 roughly matches the RTX 3060 Ti at 1080p, and its 8GB of memory holds it back at higher resolutions.
6.5
techspot.com
✓ explicit
22/05/2025
Game benchmark review · 18 titles
Verdict
The RTX 5060 performs like the RTX 3070 and 4060 Ti at 1080p, but its 8GB of memory causes problems at 1440p.
6.0
xda-developers.com
✓ explicit
30/05/2025
Hands-on test · Entry-level card
Verdict
The RTX 5060 is fine for 1080p gaming today, but its 8GB of video memory makes it risky for newer games and any move to 1440p.
6.0
computerbase.de
≈ estimated
02/06/2025
Lab test · Asus Prime OC
Verdict
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 is a solid 1080p entry card, but its 8GB of memory causes problems in several games, so it's not a blanket recommendation.
6.0
pcgameshardware.de
≈ estimated
21/05/2025
Benchmark review · Efficient 1080p card
Verdict
The RTX 5060 uses little power, but its 8GB of memory and eight PCIe lanes make it disappointing beyond 1080p.
7.0
gigamaus.de
≈ estimated
13/10/2025
Benchmark review · Entry-level card
Verdict
The RTX 5060 is strong for 1080p gaming with low power draw, but its 8GB of memory makes 1440p gaming unreliable.
7.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
11/06/2025
Lab test · Gaming and creative tests
Verdict
The RTX 5060 is a good 1080p card with a compact size and low power draw, but its 8GB of VRAM is a risk for future games.
8.0
geektopia.es
✓ explicit
24/05/2025
Review · Mini PC graphics card
Verdict
The Zotac GeForce RTX 5060 Solo is a low-power card for compact PCs that handles 1080p games well but struggles at 4K.
6.0
hwupgrade.it
≈ estimated
25/06/2025
Hands-on test · MSI and AORUS models
Verdict
The GeForce RTX 5060 is enough for today's games at moderate settings, but 8GB of memory can cap frame rates and block high-detail options.
6.0
tomshw.it
✓ explicit
13/09/2025
Benchmark review · Mainstream card
Verdict
The RTX 5060 suits buyers who want Nvidia's newest features, but its 8GB of video memory and weak Full HD results in Dragon Age: The Veilguard hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

  • Competitive entry price at $299 MSRP
  • Strong performance for 1080p gaming, often exceeding 60-90 FPS in modern titles
  • Highly efficient power consumption with a low 145W TDP
  • Support for modern features like DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation and GDDR7 memory
  • Excellent thermal performance, typically running under 60-70°C
  • Compact form factor suitable for small builds and older systems

What customers don't like about NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

  • Limited 8GB VRAM is considered insufficient for demanding 2025/2026 games
  • Performance struggles significantly at 1440p resolution
  • PCIe 5.0 x8 interface can bottleneck performance on older PCIe 3.0 motherboards
  • Minimal generational performance uplift over the previous RTX 4060 in some benchmarks
  • Heavy reliance on upscaling (DLSS) to maintain high frame rates in intensive titles
  • Tough competition from AMD's Radeon RX 9060 XT, which offers better value in some regions

Verdict

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, built on the advanced Blackwell architecture and GB206 die, features 3,840 CUDA cores, 120 Tensor cores, and 30 RT cores with a boost clock of approximately 2,500 MHz. A key characteristic is the transition to 8GB of high-speed GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering a significant bandwidth increase to 448 GB/s. Main pros include its exceptional energy efficiency with a 145W TDP, support for DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation for quadrupled frame rates, and strong 1080p performance that can reach triple digits in demanding titles. However, notable cons include the restrictive 8GB VRAM capacity which can bottleneck performance at higher resolutions or ultra settings, and the use of a PCIe 5.0 x8 interface that may limit bandwidth on older PCIe Gen 3 systems.

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