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 5080 comes out dramatically faster — about 139% ahead of the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB. But the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB is the better value, undercutting it by $790 EUR for the performance you get.

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Price
€1,210
Performance
67%
VRAM
16 GB GDDR7
Key Specs Advantage
+425% CUDA Cores (10,752 vs 2,048)
+425% Tensor Cores (336 vs 64)
+198% Bandwidth (960 GB/s vs 322.3 GB/s)
Price
€420
Performance
28%
VRAM
16 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+20% Boost Clock (3,130 MHz vs 2,617 MHz)

GeForce RTX 5080 vs Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 5080 vs Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

The GeForce RTX 5080 is dramatically faster, around 139% ahead of the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 5080 is comfortable at 4K and high-refresh 1440p, while the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB is better matched to 1440p.

Price & Value

The Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB currently lists from $420 EUR, $790 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 5080 at $1,210 EUR. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB offers the better performance-per-dollar (~20% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 5080 still sits about $211 EUR above its $999 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB is the gentler choice at 160W versus 360W. The GeForce RTX 5080 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 360W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce RTX 5080 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB offers AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 5080 or Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB?

Choose the GeForce RTX 5080 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 5080 better than the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB?

The GeForce RTX 5080 is dramatically faster, roughly 139% ahead. The Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 5080 or the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB?

The GeForce RTX 5080 is the better 4K option — it's comfortable at 4K and high-refresh 1440p.

Is the GeForce RTX 5080 worth the extra $790 EUR over the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 5080Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
ArchitectureBlackwellRDNA 4
Process NodeTSMC 4NTSMC N4
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / Stream Processors)10,7522,048
Ray Tracing Cores8432
Tensor / AI Cores33664

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 5080Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
Base Clock2,295 MHz1,700 MHz
Boost Clock2,617 MHz3,130 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 5080Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
VRAM Capacity16 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR7GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit128-bit
Memory Speed30 Gbps20 Gbps
Bandwidth960 GB/s322.3 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 5080Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
InterfacePCIe 5.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x16
TDP360 W160 W
Power Connectors1x 16-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedJan 2025Jun 2025