2025-03-24 08:00:00
www.pcgamer.com
In the world of GPUs, it’s always the top-end halo products that launch first and grab all the headlines, but when it comes to sales, the mainstream models matter the most. And it looks like Nvidia fans might not have much longer to wait, as it’s being reported that the launch of the RTX 5060 Ti is just two weeks away and card manufacturers are also required to have at least one MSRP model on retailer’s shelves too.
News of the impending appearance of the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti was published by BenchLife via a post on X from wxnod, with April 16 being the official launch date. Just as it did with its predecessor, the 4060 Ti, Nvidia will have two variants of the 5060 Ti but they’ll only differ in terms of the amount of VRAM: 8 and 16 GB of GDDR7.
However, Videocardz claims that the actual announcement of the RTX 5060 Ti will take place the day before (April 15) and that the RTX 5060 will also be in the line-up. For some reason, though, that particular model won’t be available to buy until May. Videocardz also has the specs for the RTX 5060 Ti and 5060, so if they’re genuine, this is what we’re going to be looking at.
Starting with the 5060 Ti, it’s said to sport 4,608 CUDA cores and a boost clock of 2,572 MHz—just 6% and 1% higher than the RTX 4060 Ti, respectively. That seems… umm…pretty terrible as a generational upgrade but given that both the RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti overclock very well, some AIB (add-in board) partners may have a few decent OC models worth buying.
What the RTX 5060 Ti does have lots of, though, is memory bandwidth due to using 28 Gbps GDDR7. Where the 4060 Ti makes do with 288 GB/s, the 5060 Ti will boast 448 GB/s of bandwidth, if those memory specs are correct. That’s a 56% increase and even if the newer Blackwell GPU has less L2 cache than the Ada Lovelace one (which I doubt it will), the significantly higher bandwidth will definitely help the 5060 Ti.
It’s the RTX 5060 that most PC gamers will pay attention to and if Videocardz’s specs are genuine, then it could well be the best mainstream card for a long time. With a reported 3,840 CUDA cores (25% more than the RTX 4060) and the same memory bandwidth as the 5060 Ti, it has the potential to be a real powerhouse for the money.
Ah, money. The metric that has come to utterly define the RTX 50-series. There’s no word on how much any of the mainstream Blackwells will cost and I should imagine gamers who have been waiting for the likes of the RTX 5060 will be keen to know what the MSRP is going to be.
That said, it hasn’t helped that AIB partners have pretty much ignored Nvidia’s stated MSRP and the few models that have been released at the recommended price have been low in stock or just not stayed at that price for very long.
Videocardz claims that Nvidia is demanding that all its partners have at least one model at MSRP on retailer’s shelves for launch and while that may actually happen, there’s no guarantee that you’ll be able to get your hands on one.
If one ignores the whole pricing and stock debacle for a moment, Nvidia’s RTX 50-series is somewhat polarizing in terms of how good each model has been. The RTX 5090 is incredible but the RTX 5080 is kinda meh; the RTX 5070 Ti is great whereas the RTX 5070 is just disappointing.
As things currently stand, the RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060 look like they might flip this around, with the latter being the better of the two, but only time will tell if that’s the case.
Take your gaming to the next level! The Redragon S101 RGB Backlit Gaming Keyboard is an Amazon’s Choice product that delivers incredible value. This all-in-one PC Gamer Value Kit includes a Programmable Backlit Gaming Mouse, perfect for competitive gaming or casual use.
With 46,015 ratings, an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars, and over 4K+ bought in the past month, this kit is trusted by gamers everywhere! Available now for just $39.99 on Amazon. Plus, act fast and snag an exclusive 15% off coupon – but hurry, this offer won’t last long!
Help Power Techcratic’s Future – Scan To Support
If Techcratic’s content and insights have helped you, consider giving back by supporting the platform with crypto. Every contribution makes a difference, whether it’s for high-quality content, server maintenance, or future updates. Techcratic is constantly evolving, and your support helps drive that progress.
As a solo operator who wears all the hats, creating content, managing the tech, and running the site, your support allows me to stay focused on delivering valuable resources. Your support keeps everything running smoothly and enables me to continue creating the content you love. I’m deeply grateful for your support, it truly means the world to me! Thank you!
BITCOIN
bc1qlszw7elx2qahjwvaryh0tkgg8y68enw30gpvge Scan the QR code with your crypto wallet app |
DOGECOIN
D64GwvvYQxFXYyan3oQCrmWfidf6T3JpBA Scan the QR code with your crypto wallet app |
ETHEREUM
0xe9BC980DF3d985730dA827996B43E4A62CCBAA7a Scan the QR code with your crypto wallet app |
Please read the Privacy and Security Disclaimer on how Techcratic handles your support.
Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, Techcratic may earn from qualifying purchases.
