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Nvidia just launched the RTX 5060 8GB card to the world as the next best 1080p gaming GPU for only $299. Here we analyze how good the GPU is.
Nvidia has launched the RTX 5060 8GB card, which is positioned as the next-best 1080p GPU in the RTX 50 series family. It was originally announced alongside the RTX 5060 Ti when it launched on April 16, 2025. However, it is now available for purchase across all major retailers in the US, UK, and other regions. How long it stays in stock is a different situation.
In this article, we will analyze how good the Nvidia RTX 5060 GPU is and if you should consider buying it.
Note: Some aspects of this article are subjective and reflect the writer’s opinions.
Nvidia Is Positioning the RTX 5060 As the Next Best 1080p GPU
Nvidia is specifically positioning the RTX 5060 as a 1080p GPU, which makes sense as it has only 8GB of memory buffer. The 8GB cards are not suitable for higher resolutions. Previously, the RTX 3060 was positioned as a 1440p, but that graphics card had 12GB of VRAM. With the launch of RTX 4060 last year and 5060 now, Nvidia has effectively positioned the ’60’ class of GPUs as budget 1080p cards.
With that said, here’s everything you need to know about the new Nvidia RTX 5060:
Specs
Before we show you the performance capabilities of the RTX 5060, let’s take a look at the specs first and how it compares to its predecessor, the RTX 4060:
| Specifications | Nvidia RTX 5060 | Nvidia RTX 4060 |
| Architecture | Blackwell | Ada Lovelace |
| Shader cores | 3840 | 3072 |
| RT cores | 30 | 24 |
| TMUs | 128 | 96 |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| Base core clock speeds | 2280 MHz | 1830 MHz |
| Boost core clock speeds | 2500 MHz | 2460 MHz |
| Memory capacity | 8GB | 8GB |
| Memory bus width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 272 GB/s |
| Manufacturing node | 5nm | 5nm |
| Thermal design power (TDPs) | 145W | 115W |
Performance
The Nvidia RTX 5060 has a 25% increase in CUDA cores, 64% higher memory bandwidth, and 22% more power. All this translates into around 25% more performance in gaming than its predecessor, the RTX 4060. The VRAM is still capped at 8GB, which is a shame considering how much it can benefit from higher VRAM. We have seen the results of RTX 5060 Ti 8GB vs 16GB models, which were astonishing.
However, the highlight of the new GPU is its support for Multi-Frame Generation, which can triple the frame rate in supported titles. Whether it is useful or not will depend on the user’s preference. Also, keep in mind that the 25% higher performance figures come directly from Nvidia, so you should keep an eye out for independent review sources for more accurate and real-world results.
Pricing
The Nvidia RTX 5060 is priced at $299, which is the same price as its predecessor, the RTX 4060. However, seeing the launch of the RTX 5060 Ti, we aren’t sure if the cards will actually be available at MSRP.
Should You Consider Buying the RTX 5060?
In 2025, we do not recommend buying an 8GB graphics card, even if it’s for 1080p gaming. Games like The Last of Us Part I, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Final Fantasy XIV, and more have issues with 8GB VRAM at 1080p. On top of that, a few games like Indiana Jones and The Great Circle were found crashing on GPUs with 8GB of memory.
You would have to turn down graphics settings to Medium or below to prevent crashing. That’s why we cannot recommend the RTX 5060 8GB card, even if it is actually available for $299, although the chances of it are quite slim. You should rather save up for the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB model, Intel Arc B580, or wait for AMD’s Radeon 9060 series.
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