Introduction to the GeForce RTX 5060
Nvidia has officially unveiled the GeForce RTX 5060 at Computex 2025, aiming to deliver superior 1080p gaming performance. (tomsguide.com) This new addition to the RTX 50 series is designed to provide gamers with enhanced frame rates and advanced features, thanks to the integration of DLSS 4 and AI-based enhancements.
Performance and Availability
Early benchmarks indicate that the RTX 5060 offers a performance improvement of approximately 18% over its predecessor, the RTX 4060, under optimized conditions. (tomsguide.com) The card is particularly effective in 1080p gaming scenarios, delivering triple-digit frame rates in many titles, especially when utilizing DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation features. The RTX 5060 became available for purchase on May 19, 2025, with a starting price of $299. (techpowerup.com) However, initial stock levels were limited, leading to quick sell-outs at major retailers. Gamers interested in this GPU are advised to monitor availability closely and consider pre-ordering to secure a unit.
Key Specifications and Features
The RTX 5060 is built on Nvidia's Blackwell architecture and features the GB206 GPU. It comes equipped with 3,840 CUDA cores, 120 Tensor cores, and 30 RT cores. The card operates at a base clock of 2.28 GHz, boosting up to 2.50 GHz. (nvidia.com) Memory-wise, it includes 8 GB of GDDR7 VRAM on a 128-bit memory interface, offering a bandwidth of 448 GB/s. The Total Graphics Power (TGP) is rated at 145 W, making it energy efficient. Display outputs consist of three DisplayPort 2.1b and one HDMI 2.1b, supporting up to 4K at 480Hz or 8K at 165Hz with DSC.
