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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060vsAMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 and the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT share a core count of 3,840 shaders, but they differ sharply in pricing, power efficiency, and memory capacity. Choosing between them depends on whether you prioritize a lower cost and newer memory tech or a wider bus and double the video memory.

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Biggest differences

  • Video memory

    AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50608 GB
    • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT16 GB

  • Memory bus width

    AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060128 bit
    • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT256 bit

  • PCIe lanes

    AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50608 lanes
    • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT16 lanes

  • Board power

    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 leads

    −45%

    lower is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060145 W
    • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT263 W

Where each one wins

  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

    • Launch price
    • Boost clock
    • Base clock
    • Memory type
    • Memory speed
    • Board power
    • Recommended PSU
    • PCIe version
    • HDMI version
    • DisplayPort version

  • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

    • FP32 compute
    • Video memory
    • Memory bus width
    • Memory bandwidth
    • PCIe lanes

What both have

  • Shader cores3,840 cores
  • Power connectors8-pin
  • HDMI outputs1 ports
  • DisplayPort outputs3 ports
  • Max displays4 displays

Every spec

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SpecNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT
Overview

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Overview specs

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Release date2025-052023-09
Launch price299 USD499 USD
Graphics chip

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Graphics chip specs

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ArchitectureBlackwellRdna 3
Shader cores3,840 cores3,840 cores
Boost clock2,500 MHz2,430 MHz
Base clock2,280 MHz1,295 MHz
FP32 compute19.2 TFLOPS37.3 TFLOPS
Memory

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Memory specs

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Video memory8 GB16 GB
Memory typeGddr7Gddr6
Memory bus width128 bit256 bit
Memory bandwidth448 GB/s624 GB/s
Memory speed28 Gbps19.5 Gbps
Last-level cacheNot published64 MB
Power

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Power specs

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Board power145 W263 W
Recommended PSU550 W1700 W
Power connectors8-pin28-pin
Interface

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Interface specs

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PCIe version5.04.0
PCIe lanes8 lanes16 lanes
Display outputs

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HDMI version2.1b2.1a3
DisplayPort version2.1b42.15
HDMI outputs1 ports1 ports
DisplayPort outputs3 ports3 ports
Max displays4 displays4 displays
Video engine

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Video engine specs

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Hardware encodeAV1H.264, HEVC, AV1
Video encoders1 encodersNot published
Size

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Card lengthNot published267 mm
Card heightNot publishedNot published
Slot widthNot published2.5 slots
Notes on 5 values — test conditions and caveats
  1. 1NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, Recommended PSU: NVIDIA's 550 W minimum assumes a PC with a Ryzen 9 9950X; power needs vary by system configuration.
  2. 2NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, Power connectors: The card takes one 8-pin; a 300 W or greater Gen 5 (16-pin) PSU cable can be used with the in-box adapter.
  3. 3AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, HDMI version: AMD's spec page lists HDMI 2.1; its own press release and Notebookcheck state HDMI 2.1a.
  4. 4NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, DisplayPort version: DisplayPort 2.1b outputs run at the UHBR20 link rate per NVIDIA's footnote.
  5. 5AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, DisplayPort version: Notebookcheck lists the DisplayPort 2.1 link rate as UHBR13.5; AMD notes DP 2.1 support depends on AIB designs.

Price and Efficiency

The RTX 5060 undercuts the competition significantly with a launch price of $299, compared to $499 for the Radeon RX 7800 XT. This lower cost comes paired with a reduced board power of 145 W, making it much easier to run on modest hardware.

That lower power draw translates to a lighter system requirement, allowing the NVIDIA card to get by with a 550 W minimum power supply. The AMD card demands a heavier 700 W power supply to feed its 263 W board power.

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Price and Efficiency

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Memory and Performance

The Radeon RX 7800 XT pulls ahead in raw compute and capacity, offering 37.3 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 16 GB of GDDR6 video memory. It also features a wider 256-bit memory bus that delivers a memory bandwidth of 624 GB/s.

The RTX 5060 counters with faster Gddr7 memory running at 28 Gbps, though it is limited to 8 GB of video memory on a narrower 128-bit bus. While the NVIDIA card reaches higher base and boost clock speeds, the AMD card holds a major advantage for tasks requiring a heavy framebuffer.

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Memory and Performance

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Connectivity and Encoding

For modern displays and future-proofing, the RTX 5060 includes newer interface standards with PCIe 5.0 and DisplayPort 2.1b support. It also adds hardware AV1 encoding to its video engine capabilities.

The Radeon RX 7800 XT relies on PCIe 4.0 and features 16 PCIe lanes compared to the 8 lanes on the NVIDIA card. Both options provide the same physical port counts with three DisplayPort outputs and one HDMI port.

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The Verdict

Buy the RTX 5060 if you want a lower price, lower power draw, and modern GDDR7 memory. Buy the Radeon RX 7800 XT if you need 16 GB of video memory and higher compute power.

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Where to buy

  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

    Best for Budget-conscious builders wanting lower power draw and newer memory types

  • AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

    Best for Gamers who need higher compute performance and a larger 16 GB frame buffer

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FAQ

What power supply do I need for the RTX 5060?

NVIDIA recommends a 550 W minimum power supply, though this assumes a system paired with a Ryzen 9 9950X.

How much video memory does the Radeon RX 7800 XT have?

It features 16 GB of GDDR6 video memory on a 256-bit memory bus.

What PCIe version does the RTX 5060 use?

The RTX 5060 uses PCIe 5.0 running across 8 lanes.

What is the launch price of the Radeon RX 7800 XT?

It launched at a price of $499.

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