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GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB: specs comparison
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB came out in 2025 on the Blackwell architecture, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB in 2023 on Ada Lovelace. GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB has 16 GB of GDDR7 on a 128-bit bus (448 GB/s), GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB has 16 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus (288 GB/s). Power draw: 180 W vs 165 W. Recommended PSU: 600 W for GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB and 550 W for GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB.
In short. The table below is built from the official spec sheets. Green marks the best value in a row, and under the table you will see which resolutions the VRAM is enough for. This is not an FPS benchmark.
| Spec | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB 16 GB GDDR7 · 2025 Spec sheet → | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB 16 GB GDDR6 · 2023 Spec sheet → |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Architecture | Blackwell | Ada Lovelace |
| Shader cores | 4,608 | 4,352 |
| Boost clock MHz | 2,572MHz | 2,535MHz |
| VRAM GB | 16GB | 16GB |
| Memory type | GDDR7 | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus bit | 128bit | 128bit |
| Memory bandwidth GB/s | 448GB/s | 288GB/s |
| Power draw (TDP) W | 180W | 165W |
| Power connectors | 1×8-pin | 1×8-pin |
| Recommended PSU W | 600W | 550W |
Which is better for 1080p, 1440p and 4K
- 1080pEnough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (448 GB/s)
- 1440pEnough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (448 GB/s)
- 4KEnough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (448 GB/s)
Based on actual specs: 8 GB of VRAM or more for 1080p, 12 GB for 1440p and 16 GB for 4K at high settings in new games. This is not an FPS benchmark: we don’t show scores we can’t back with a source.
How to use it
- Compare VRAM and memory bandwidth — they matter most at high resolutions.
- Check TDP, connectors and the recommended PSU: will your power supply cope.
- Look at the “Which is better for 1080p, 1440p and 4K” block.
- To add a third card, press “Change models or add a third”.
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Where the data comes from
Specs follow the official vendor spec sheets: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Reference designs; partner cards may have different clocks, TDP and connectors.
FAQ
Which is better — RTX 5060 Ti 16GB or RTX 4060 Ti 16GB?
It depends on resolution and budget. By VRAM: 1080p: Enough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (448 GB/s). 1440p: Enough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (448 GB/s). 4K: Enough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (448 GB/s). There are no FPS benchmarks in the table — check tests in the specific games you play.
How much VRAM do RTX 5060 Ti 16GB and RTX 4060 Ti 16GB have?
RTX 5060 Ti 16GB has 16 GB of GDDR7 with 448 GB/s of bandwidth, RTX 4060 Ti 16GB has 16 GB of GDDR6 and 288 GB/s.
What PSU do RTX 5060 Ti 16GB and RTX 4060 Ti 16GB need?
The vendors recommend a 600 W power supply for RTX 5060 Ti 16GB and 550 W for RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Power connectors: RTX 5060 Ti 16GB — 1×8-pin, RTX 4060 Ti 16GB — 1×8-pin.
Which card is more power-efficient — RTX 5060 Ti 16GB or RTX 4060 Ti 16GB?
Per the spec sheet, RTX 5060 Ti 16GB draws 180 W and RTX 4060 Ti 16GB draws 165 W. Lower TDP means easier cooling and a smaller PSU.
Can I add a third graphics card?
Yes. Open the interactive comparison — the pair is already selected, you can add two more models and share the link.
Where do the specs come from?
From the official NVIDIA, AMD and Intel spec sheets — each model in the table header links to its vendor page. Bandwidth is calculated as “memory speed × bus width / 8”.
Not sure which to pick? Open our best graphics cards 2026 ranking (in Russian) — the editors explain which card to buy for 1080p, 1440p and 4K and for different budgets.