GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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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 5070 Laptop comes out marginally faster — about 8% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5060. The GeForce RTX 5060 is the cheaper option by $1,500 CAD.
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GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 5060: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 5060
The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is marginally faster, around 8% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5060. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop packs 5,120 CUDA cores versus 3,840 on the GeForce RTX 5060. The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop also has more RT cores (40 vs 30) and more AI cores (160 vs 120), strengthening its ray-tracing and AI-upscaling performance.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 5060 currently lists from $450 CAD, $1,500 CAD less than the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop at $1,950 CAD. The GeForce RTX 5060 still sits about $151 CAD above its $299 CAD MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
At 125W against 145W, the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 5060 or GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is the faster card. 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 5070 Laptop better than the GeForce RTX 5060?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 5060 or the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop worth the extra $1,500 CAD over the GeForce RTX 5060?
Which is better for ray tracing, the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop or the GeForce RTX 5060?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 5060 | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4NP |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 3,840 | 5,120✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 30 | 40✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 120 | 160✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 5060 | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 2,280 MHz✓ | 1,380 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 2,497 MHz✓ | 2,220 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 5060 | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 28 Gbps | 28 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 5060 | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x8 |
| TDP | 145 W | 125 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 16-pin | None |
| Released | May 2025 | Jan 2025 |
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