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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GBvsAMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX are high-end desktop graphics cards built for demanding gaming and workloads. Choosing between them comes down to balancing raw computational horsepower against modern efficiency and cost.
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- MOST WINSNVIDIAGeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
Best for Value-focused builders wanting high efficiency and a compact size
Wins10 / 17 Best for Enthusiasts requiring massive compute power and large memory capacity
Wins7 / 17
Biggest differences
Memory bus width
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX leads
3×
higher is better
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB128 bit
- AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX384 bit
Launch price
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB leads
2.33×
lower is better
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB429 USD
- AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX999 USD
Memory bandwidth
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX leads
2.14×
higher is better
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB448 GB/s
- AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX960 GB/s
PCIe lanes
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX leads
2×
higher is better
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB8 lanes
- AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX16 lanes
Where each one wins
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- Launch price
- Boost clock
- Memory type
- Memory speed
- Board power
- Recommended PSU
- PCIe version
- DisplayPort outputs
- Card length
- Slot width
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX
- Shader cores
- FP32 compute
- Video memory
- Memory bus width
- Memory bandwidth
- PCIe lanes
- Video encoders
What both have
- Power connectors8-pin
- HDMI version2.1
- DisplayPort version2.1
- HDMI outputs1 ports
- Max displays4 displays
- Hardware encodeH.264, HEVC, AV1
Every spec
Red marks the better value in each row.
| Spec | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release date | 2025-04 | 2022-121 |
| Launch price | 429 USD | 999 USD2 |
| Graphics chip | ||
| Architecture | Blackwell | Rdna 3 |
| Shader cores | 4,608 cores | 6,144 cores |
| Boost clock | 2,572 MHz | 2,500 MHz3 |
| Base clock | 2,407 MHz | Not published |
| FP32 compute | 23.7 TFLOPS | 61.4 TFLOPS |
| Memory | ||
| Video memory | 16 GB | 24 GB |
| Memory type | Gddr7 | Gddr6 |
| Memory bus width | 128 bit | 384 bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 960 GB/s4 |
| Memory speed | 28 Gbps | 20 Gbps |
| Last-level cache | — | 96 MB |
| Power | ||
| Board power | 180 W | 355 W |
| Recommended PSU | 500 W | 800 W5 |
| Power connectors | 8-pin | 8-pin6 |
| Interface | ||
| PCIe version | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| PCIe lanes | 8 lanes | 16 lanes |
| Display outputs | ||
| HDMI version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| DisplayPort version | 2.1 | 2.17 |
| HDMI outputs | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| DisplayPort outputs | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| Max displays | 4 displays8 | 4 displays |
| Video engine | ||
| Hardware encode | H.264, HEVC, AV1 | H.264, HEVC, AV19 |
| Video encoders | 1 encoders | 2 encoders10 |
| Size | ||
| Card length | 241 mm | 287 mm |
| Card height | 111 mm | Not published |
| Slot width | 2 slots11 | 2.5 slots |
Notes on 11 values — test conditions and caveats
- 1AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, Release date: First retail sale December 13, 2022; announced November 3, 2022.
- 2AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, Launch price: AMD's launch figure is the SEP (suggested e-commerce price); partner cards often sold higher.
- 3AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, Boost clock: Boost is a burst maximum; typical gaming runs near the 2300 MHz game clock.
- 4AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, Memory bandwidth: AMD also quotes 3500 GB/s 'effective' bandwidth with Infinity Cache; 960 GB/s is the raw VRAM figure.
- 5AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, Recommended PSU: AMD's 800W minimum assumes a Ryzen 9 5900X-class system; other builds may need more headroom.
- 6AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, Power connectors: The reference card uses two 8-pin connectors.
- 7AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, DisplayPort version: DisplayPort 2.1 runs UHBR 13.5, up to 54Gbps of display link bandwidth per AMD.
- 8NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, Max displays: Standard configuration supports up to 4 simultaneous displays based on the 3 DisplayPort and 1 HDMI port count.
- 9AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, Hardware encode: AMD's spec table marks 4K H264 Encode, H265/HEVC Encode and AV1 Encode all as Yes.
- 10AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, Video encoders: AMD describes a Dual Media Engine, i.e. two encode/decode engines, capable of simultaneous 8K60 HEVC streams.
- 11NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, Slot width: Calculated from the published 40 mm width (thickness), typically corresponding to a dual-slot form factor.
Performance and Power
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX delivers massive raw power with 61.4 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 6,144 shader cores, outperforming the competition in heavy processing tasks. However, that processing might requires a hefty 355 W board power and an 800 W recommended PSU, demanding a robust system build.
In contrast, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB prioritizes efficiency by drawing only 180 W and requiring just a 500 W power supply. It hits a 2,572 MHz boost clock, giving users a responsive burst maximum while keeping thermal and electrical demands much lower.
Memory and Architecture
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX features 24 GB of GDDR6 video memory paired with a wide 384-bit bus and 96 MB of last-level cache, yielding 960 GB/s of raw VRAM bandwidth for high-resolution assets.
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB counters with newer GDDR7 memory operating at 28 Gbps across a narrower 128-bit bus, achieving 448 GB/s of bandwidth. While it carries less total capacity and bus width than its rival, the advanced memory type ensures swift data access for modern applications.
Size and System Fit
Physical dimensions dictate case compatibility, and the NVIDIA card is significantly more compact at 241 mm in length with a dual-slot width. This smaller footprint allows it to fit easily into modest chassis builds.
The AMD card stretches to 287 mm long and takes up 2.5 slots, requiring significantly more clearance inside a desktop case to accommodate its larger cooler.
The Verdict
Buy the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB if you want a power-efficient, compact card that costs significantly less at a launch price of $429. Buy the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX if you need maximum compute throughput, extensive video memory, and higher memory bandwidth for intensive workloads.
Where to buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
Best for Value-focused builders wanting high efficiency and a compact size
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX
Best for Enthusiasts requiring massive compute power and large memory capacity
FAQ
Which card has more video memory?
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX includes 24 GB of video memory, whereas the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB provides 16 GB.
What power supply is required for each card?
The NVIDIA card recommends a 500 W power supply, while the AMD card requires an 800 W minimum system.
Do both cards support AV1 hardware encoding?
Yes, both graphics cards support H.264, HEVC, and AV1 hardware encoding.
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