Nvidia has officially launched its latest entry-level graphics cards—RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti—as part of the RTX 50-series. These new GPUs are designed to provide high-end gaming and creative performance at a more accessible price point. They bring advanced features like ray tracing, AI acceleration, and DLSS 4, making them appealing options for budget gamers and content creators.
RTX 5060 Ti Specifications and Features
The RTX 5060 Ti is the more powerful of the two models. It is built on the GB206 GPU die and comes with 4608 CUDA cores. It offers a base clock speed of 2.41GHz and a boost clock of 2.57GHz, which enables strong performance in demanding games and creative tasks. Nvidia has made this card available in two memory configurations—16GB and 8GB of GDDR7 memory—both clocked at 28Gbps with a 128-bit memory bus. The card runs on a 180W power limit, offering solid energy efficiency for the performance it delivers.
RTX 5060 Specifications and Features
The RTX 5060 is slightly scaled down compared to the Ti version. It also uses the GB206 die but includes 3840 CUDA cores. The GPU operates at a 2.28GHz base clock and a 2.5GHz boost clock. It features only one memory option—8GB of GDDR7—also running at 28Gbps. The RTX 5060 has a lower power consumption of 145W, making it an energy-efficient option for gamers playing at 1080p or 1440p resolutions. However, due to its size and thermal design, it may not be ideal for ultra-compact PC builds, especially compared to the older RTX 4060.
Built with Blackwell Architecture
Both the RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti are powered by Nvidia’s latest Blackwell architecture and are manufactured using TSMC’s 4N process. This architecture brings improvements in power efficiency and processing speed. These GPUs feature the 5th generation Tensor cores for AI tasks and 4th generation RT cores for ray tracing. DLSS 4 is supported for advanced frame generation, and Reflex 2 is included to help reduce latency in fast-paced gaming scenarios.
They also come with support for PCIe 5.0, which allows for faster data transfer between the GPU and the rest of the system. For content creators, Nvidia has upgraded the video encoding and decoding hardware with a new NVENC encoder and NVDEC decoder. These now support 4:2:2 color formats, which is a big plus for high-quality video production.
Pricing and Launch Details
Nvidia has positioned these new GPUs to be budget-friendly without sacrificing important features. The RTX 5060 Ti 16GB variant is priced at $429, while the 8GB version will retail for $379. The more affordable RTX 5060 is expected to be available in May, starting at $299. Both cards will be released through major OEM partners, although Nvidia will not offer Founders Edition models for this launch.
A Strong Step Forward for Budget Graphics Cards
With the release of the RTX 5060 and 5060 Ti, Nvidia is redefining what entry-level GPUs can offer. These cards combine solid gaming performance, powerful AI enhancements, and ray tracing features, all while remaining accessible to users who want next-generation performance on a budget. Whether you’re upgrading an older system or building a new PC from scratch, the RTX 5060 series offers a compelling option in 2025’s GPU market.
