NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8 GB GPU Launches for $299, Achieving 100+ FPS in Multiple AAA Games at 1080p for Ideal Gaming Experience

NVIDIA has made a notable addition to its graphics card lineup with the launch of the entry-level GeForce RTX 5060 8 GB GPU. This new model is designed specifically for gamers looking for performance at 1080p, positioning itself as a compelling option for budget-conscious enthusiasts.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8 GB: A Powerful Entry-Level GPU Priced at $299

Targeting the 1080p gaming market, the GeForce RTX 5060 delivers exceptional performance, boasting over 100 FPS on maximum settings across several AAA titles. Notable games such as Alan Wake II, Cyberpunk 2077, Half-Life 2 RTX, and S. T.A. L.K. E.R 2 showcase the card’s capabilities, as demonstrated during NVIDIA’s recent showcase using the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

NVIDIA emphasized the RTX 5060’s performance advantages over its predecessor, the RTX 4060. With DLSS 4 technology, gamers can expect raster performance improvements of approximately 25%, placing the 5060 as a valuable update for gaming enthusiasts.

In terms of specifications, the RTX 5060 features impressive metrics: it offers 19 TFLOPs of shader performance, 614 AI TOPS, and 58 TFLOPs for ray tracing. Additionally, this graphics card is equipped with the latest 9th Gen NV encoders and 6th Gen NV decoders, ensuring compatibility with PCIe Generation 5.0 (x8 interface) and supporting DisplayPort 2.1b outputs with a remarkable bandwidth of up to 80.0 Gbps.

Key Specifications of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

The RTX 5060 maintains key specifications similar to the RTX 4060 but brings notable enhancements. While it retains an 8 GB VRAM capacity, it incorporates faster GDDR7 memory operating at 28 Gbps through a 128-bit memory bus. This results in approximately 448 GB/s bandwidth, representing a significant 65% increase over the RTX 4060.

Despite the impressive increments in performance, some gamers may find the 8 GB VRAM limit constraining for more demanding modern titles. Also notable is the increase in power consumption, with the TDP rising by 25W compared to the previous model. Here’s a quick comparison between the RTX 5060 and RTX 4060:

25% Increase in CUDA Cores
Up to 25% Enhanced Raster Performance Compared to RTX 4060
8 GB VRAM Capacity Maintained
Faster GDDR7 Memory (28 Gbps)
Bandwidth Boost of ~64%
22% Higher Power Rating
Consistent MSRP of $299 with RTX 4060

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Specifications (Preliminary Overview)

Graphics Card Name	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050
GPU Name	Blackwell GB202-300	Blackwell GB203-400	Blackwell GB203-300-A1	Blackwell GB205-300-A1	Blackwell GB206-300	Blackwell GB206-250	Blackwell GB207-300
GPU SMs	170 (192 Full)	84 (84 Full)	70 (84 Full)	50 (50 Full)	36 (36 Full)	30	20 (20 Full)
GPU Cores	21760	10752	8960	6144	4608	3840	2560
Clock Speeds	2.41 GHz	2.62 GHz	2.45 GHz	2.51 GHz	2.57 GHz	TBD	TBD
Memory Capacity	32 GB GDDR7	16 GB GDDR7	16 GB GDDR7	12 GB GDDR7	16 GB / 8 GB GDDR7	8 GB GDDR7	8GB GDDR6
Memory Bus	512-bit	256-bit	256-bit	192-bit	128-bit	128-bit	128-bit
Memory Speed	28 Gbps	30 Gbps	28 Gbps	28 Gbps	28 Gbps	28 Gbps	TBD
Bandwidth	1792 GB/s	960GB/s	896 GB/s	672 GB/s	448 GB/s	448 GB/s	TBD
Power Interface	1 12V-2×6 (16-Pin)	1 12V-2×6 (16-Pin)	1 12V-2×6 (16-Pin)	1 12VHPWR (16-Pin)	1 12VHPWR (16-Pin)	1 12VHPWR (16-Pin)	TBD
Launch Date	30th January, 2025	30th January, 2025	20th February, 2025	5th March, 2025	16th April, 2025	May 2025	May 2025?
TBP	575W	360W	300W	250W	180W	145W	135W
Price	$1999 US	$999 US	$749 US	$549 US	$429/$379	$379	$249-$199?

Along with desktop launches, NVIDIA also revealed that the GeForce RTX 5060 is set to make its way into laptops, providing similar Blackwell architecture and DLSS 4 capabilities for portable gaming. These laptops promise an impressive 144 FPS at ultra settings and cater to video editing with 8K resolution, starting at a price point of $1, 099.