NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060 GPU Launch Expected in March 2024

In an exciting development for gamers, NVIDIA is set to unveil its entry-level Blackwell Gaming GPUs, the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060, anticipated for launch in March 2025.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti & RTX 5060 Launch Scheduled for March

Graphics card manufacturer ChainTech has indicated that the highly awaited NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060 models will hit the market in March 2025. Previously, NVIDIA introduced the higher-end RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 graphics cards, which have been available in retail since January 30. Following the current trend, the GeForce RTX 5070 series is set to release later this month.

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Current Market Challenges

As NVIDIA prepares for upcoming launches, the RTX 5090 is already experiencing stock shortages at major retail outlets, while the RTX 5080 grapples with significant pricing complications. These issues can be attributed in part to the closures of GPU manufacturing facilities during the Chinese New Year, which have halted production. Although it’s unclear whether the RTX 5070 will face similar challenges, there are hopes for a seamless launch for both the RTX 5070 and the upcoming 5060 series.

Specifications Overview

The upcoming NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060 are expected to leverage a “PG152″board WeU, presumably featuring the GB206 GPU core. Both models will utilize a 128-bit memory bus interface, consistent with the existing RTX 4060 series. Notably, these graphics cards will implement a GDDR7 memory interface that supports frequencies of up to 28 Gbps, with potential adjustments on the RTX 5060 to enhance power efficiency.

This innovative memory setup promises a remarkable total bandwidth of 448 GB/s, surpassing the RTX 4060 Ti and RTX 4060 by 55% and 65%, respectively. Such bandwidth enhancements, combined with advanced memory compression techniques, are expected to effectively mitigate limitations of the 128-bit bus architecture.

Memory and Performance Insights

When it comes to memory capacity, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti will be available in both 16 GB and 8 GB variants. While earlier 16 GB RTX 4060 Ti versions didn’t yield significant performance increases, they cater to the memory demands of today’s and tomorrow’s AAA gaming titles. For gamers targeting 1440p resolution, the additional 16 GB VRAM may prove advantageous, especially when leveraging ray tracing or utilizing higher-resolution textures.

On the other hand, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 will feature a standard 8 GB of VRAM, placing it squarely in the entry-level category. Although there is speculation about an increase in capacity once higher G7 modules become available, no changes are anticipated at launch. The RTX 5060 is expected to be primarily designed for 1080p gaming, with limited upscaling support for 1440p gaming in select titles.

Competitors and Market Predictions

In comparison, Intel’s Arc B580 boasts 12 GB VRAM, and AMD’s RX 7600 XT comes equipped with 16 GB VRAM. However, NVIDIA seems unfazed by these competing offerings. Current rumors also suggest that AMD’s forthcoming RDNA 4 “Radeon RX 9000″series may feature an entry-level variant with 8 GB VRAM, indicating that NVIDIA’s 8 GB offerings are unlikely to vanish in the next GPU generation. Many enthusiasts hope that future models will finally transition to 10 GB or more VRAM.

Launch Timeline

As it stands, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060 are on track for a March 2025 launch, leaving a few weeks for eager gamers to wait before these cards become available for purchase.

Preliminary Specifications for the RTX 50 Series

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
GPU Name	Blackwell GB202-300	Blackwell GB203-400	Blackwell GB203-300-A1	Blackwell GB205-300-A1	Blackwell GB206?	Blackwell GB206?
GPU SMs	170 (192 Full)	84 (84 Full)	70 (84 Full)	50 (50 SM Full)	TBD	TBD
GPU Cores	21760 (+33%)	10752 (+11%)	8960 (+16%)	6144	TBD	TBD
Clock Speeds	2.41 GHz	2.62 GHz	2.45 GHz	2.51 GHz	TBD	TBD
L2 Cache	TBD	TBD	TBD	TBD	TBD	TBD
Memory Capacity	32 GB GDDR7 (+33%)	16 GB GDDR7 (0%)	16 GB GDDR7	12 GB GDDR7	16 GB / 8 GB GDDR7	8 GB GDDR7
Memory Bus	512-bit (+33%)	256-bit (0%)	256-bit (0%)	192-bit (0%)	128-bit (0%)	128-bit (0%)
Memory Speed	28 Gbps	30 Gbps	28 Gbps	28 Gbps	28 Gbps?	28 Gbps?
Bandwidth	1792 GB/s	960GB/s	896 GB/s	672 GB/s	448 GB/s	448 GB/s
TBP	575W (+27%)	360W (+12.5%)	300W (+10.5%)	250W (+14%)	TBD	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)
Launch	January 2025	January 2025	February 2025	February 2025	March-April 2025	March-April 2025
Price	$1999 US	$999 US	$749 US	$549 US	TBD	TBD