GPU Comparison
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 5060 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is dramatically faster than the GeForce RTX 5060, leading by roughly 115% in our performance index.
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GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 5060: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 5060
The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is dramatically faster, around 115% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5060. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 5060 is better matched to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER packs 10,240 CUDA cores versus 3,840 on the GeForce RTX 5060.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 5060 draws just 145W versus 320W for the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom. Its more modern Blackwell architecture on a TSMC 4N process is part of why it does more with each watt.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
With 16GB against 8GB, the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce RTX 5060's 8GB can fall short. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's memory is also faster — 736 GB/s versus 448 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER or GeForce RTX 5060?
The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the faster card by about 115%. 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 4080 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 5060?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 5060?
Does the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 10,240✓ | 3,840 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 80✓ | 30 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 320✓ | 120 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 2,295 MHz✓ | 2,280 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 2,550 MHz✓ | 2,497 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB✓ | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 23 Gbps | 28 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 736 GB/s✓ | 448 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 320 W | 145 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 16-pin | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | Jan 2024 | May 2025 |
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