GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 4060 and GeForce RTX 5050 trade blows on raw performance, landing within a few percent of each other. But the GeForce RTX 5050 is the better value, undercutting it by $231 EUR for the performance you get.

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Price
€508
Performance
20%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+20% CUDA Cores (3,072 vs 2,560)
+20% RT Cores (24 vs 20)
+20% Tensor Cores (96 vs 80)
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 5050
Price
€278
Performance
20%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+18% Bandwidth (320 GB/s vs 272 GB/s)
+5% Boost Clock (2,572 MHz vs 2,460 MHz)

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

Performance: GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce RTX 5050

The GeForce RTX 4060 and GeForce RTX 5050 post nearly the same score in our performance index, so neither holds a meaningful raw-speed advantage. Both are best suited to 1080p gaming. The GeForce RTX 4060 packs 3,072 CUDA cores versus 2,560 on the GeForce RTX 5050.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 5050 currently lists from $278 EUR, $231 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 4060 at $508 EUR. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 5050 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~83% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 4060 still sits about $209 EUR above its $299 EUR 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.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 5050's memory is faster — 320 GB/s versus 272 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 5050 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 4060 (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 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 near-identical performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

They're very close on raw performance. The GeForce RTX 5050 edges ahead on value, so price and availability should decide it.

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 $231 EUR over the GeForce RTX 5050?

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

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 4060GeForce RTX 5050
ArchitectureAda LovelaceBlackwell
Process NodeTSMC N4TSMC 4N
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)3,0722,560
Ray Tracing Cores2420
Tensor / AI Cores9680

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 4060GeForce RTX 5050
Base Clock1,830 MHz2,310 MHz
Boost Clock2,460 MHz2,572 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 4060GeForce RTX 5050
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus128-bit128-bit
Memory Speed17 Gbps20 Gbps
Bandwidth272 GB/s320 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 4060GeForce RTX 5050
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x8PCIe 5.0 x8
TDP115 W130 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedJun 2023Jun 2025