GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB vs GeForce RTX 5060
On performance, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB and GeForce RTX 5060 are effectively a dead heat — under a few percent apart. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.
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GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB vs GeForce RTX 5060: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB vs GeForce RTX 5060
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB and GeForce RTX 5060 post nearly the same score in our performance index, so neither holds a meaningful raw-speed advantage. Both are best suited to 1440p gaming. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB packs 4,352 CUDA cores versus 3,840 on the GeForce RTX 5060.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB starts at $442 CAD against $590 CAD for the GeForce RTX 5060. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB wins on performance-per-dollar by about 33%. The GeForce RTX 5060 still sits about $291 CAD above its $299 CAD MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 5060 sips power at 145W next to the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB's 160W, and still leads on performance-per-watt — quieter, cooler, and gentler on your PSU. Its more modern Blackwell architecture on a TSMC 4N process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 5060's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 288 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 5060 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB (Blackwell vs Ada Lovelace), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB or GeForce RTX 5060?
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce RTX 5060 if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB better than the GeForce RTX 5060?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB or the GeForce RTX 5060?
Is the GeForce RTX 5060 worth the extra $148 CAD over the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB?
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB or GeForce RTX 5060?
Video Benchmarks & Review
RTX 5060 vs RTX 4060 Ti | Which One Is Better? | RT + DLSS 4 + FG/MFG
Video Highlights
Curated gameplay footage and benchmarking review from Games Choices on YouTube.
Editorial Review: What the Benchmarks Show
This cross-generational performance battle analyzed by Games Choices tests whether the new entry-level Blackwell RTX 5060 outclasses the previous-generation mid-range RTX 4060 Ti. While the 4060 Ti retains a slim lead in raw rasterization benchmarks, the RTX 5060 closes the gap or pulls ahead once ray tracing and DLSS 4 features are enabled.
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC N4 | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 4,352✓ | 3,840 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 34✓ | 30 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 136✓ | 120 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 2,310 MHz✓ | 2,280 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 2,535 MHz✓ | 2,497 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 18 Gbps | 28 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 288 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 160 W | 145 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | May 2023 | May 2025 |