GPU Comparison
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 5060 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER comes out dramatically faster — about 65% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5060.
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GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 5060: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 5060
The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is dramatically faster, around 65% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5060. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 5060 is better matched to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER packs 7,168 CUDA cores versus 3,840 on the GeForce RTX 5060.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce RTX 5060 is the gentler choice at 145W versus 220W. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 220W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER carries 12GB versus 8GB on the GeForce RTX 5060. The extra 4GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER's memory is also faster — 504 GB/s versus 448 GB/s (192-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER or GeForce RTX 5060?
The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the faster card by about 65%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 5060?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 5060?
Does the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC N4 | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 7,168✓ | 3,840 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 56✓ | 30 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 224✓ | 120 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,980 MHz | 2,280 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 2,475 MHz | 2,497 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB✓ | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 21 Gbps | 28 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 504 GB/s✓ | 448 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 220 W | 145 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 16-pin | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | Jan 2024 | May 2025 |
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