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GeForce RTX 5060 vs GeForce RTX 4060: specs comparison
GeForce RTX 5060 came out in 2025 on the Blackwell architecture, GeForce RTX 4060 in 2023 on Ada Lovelace. GeForce RTX 5060 has 8 GB of GDDR7 on a 128-bit bus (448 GB/s), GeForce RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus (272 GB/s). Power draw: 145 W vs 115 W. Recommended PSU for both: 550 W.
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 8 GB GDDR7 · 2025 Spec sheet → | GeForce RTX 4060 8 GB GDDR6 · 2023 Spec sheet → |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Architecture | Blackwell | Ada Lovelace |
| Shader cores | 3,840 | 3,072 |
| Boost clock MHz | 2,497MHz | 2,460MHz |
| VRAM GB | 8GB | 8GB |
| Memory type | GDDR7 | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus bit | 128bit | 128bit |
| Memory bandwidth GB/s | 448GB/s | 272GB/s |
| Power draw (TDP) W | 145W | 115W |
| Power connectors | 1×8-pin | 1×8-pin |
| Recommended PSU W | 550W | 550W |
Which is better for 1080p, 1440p and 4K
- 1080pEnough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5060, GeForce RTX 4060. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5060 (448 GB/s)
- 1440pBoth cards have less than 12 GB of VRAM — expect medium settings in new games.
- 4KBoth cards have less than 16 GB of VRAM — expect medium settings in new games.
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, GeForce RTX 4060. Reference designs; partner cards may have different clocks, TDP and connectors.
FAQ
Which is better — RTX 5060 or RTX 4060?
It depends on resolution and budget. By VRAM: 1080p: Enough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5060, GeForce RTX 4060. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5060 (448 GB/s). 1440p: Both cards have less than 12 GB of VRAM — expect medium settings in new games.. 4K: Both cards have less than 16 GB of VRAM — expect medium settings in new games.. There are no FPS benchmarks in the table — check tests in the specific games you play.
How much VRAM do RTX 5060 and RTX 4060 have?
RTX 5060 has 8 GB of GDDR7 with 448 GB/s of bandwidth, RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 and 272 GB/s.
What PSU do RTX 5060 and RTX 4060 need?
The vendors recommend a 550 W power supply for RTX 5060 and 550 W for RTX 4060. Power connectors: RTX 5060 — 1×8-pin, RTX 4060 — 1×8-pin.
Which card is more power-efficient — RTX 5060 or RTX 4060?
Per the spec sheet, RTX 5060 draws 145 W and RTX 4060 draws 115 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.