GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 4060 comes out marginally faster — about 5% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5050. But the GeForce RTX 5050 is the better value, undercutting it by $200 for the performance you get.

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Price
$640
Perf Index
22%
Value Score
0.034
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP115W
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 5050
Price
$440
Perf Index
21%
Value Score
0.048
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP130W

GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce RTX 5050: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce RTX 5050

The GeForce RTX 4060 is marginally faster, around 5% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5050. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 5050 currently lists from $440, $200 less than the GeForce RTX 4060 at $640. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 5050 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~39% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 5050 still sits about $191 above its $249 MSRP. The GeForce RTX 4060 still sits about $341 above its $299 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 115W against 130W, the GeForce RTX 4060 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 5050 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 4060, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4060 or GeForce RTX 5050?

Choose the GeForce RTX 4060 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 5050 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 4060 better than the GeForce RTX 5050?

The GeForce RTX 4060 is marginally faster, roughly 5% ahead. The GeForce RTX 5050 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4060 or the GeForce RTX 5050?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 4060 worth the extra $200 over the GeForce RTX 5050?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 5050 comes out ahead.