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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GBvsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB: Which to Buy
These graphics cards share a 128-bit memory bus width and a dual-slot design for standard system builds. The core choice comes down to the newer Blackwell architecture and larger memory capacity of the RTX 5060 Ti against the lower launch price of the older RTX 4060 Ti.
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NVIDIANVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
Best for Maximum memory and newer Blackwell architecture
13of 17 specs better
NVIDIANVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB
Best for Lower launch price on an 8 GB budget
4of 17 specs better
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Biggest differences
Video memory
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB leads
2×
higher is better
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB16 GB
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB8 GB
Memory bandwidth
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB leads
+56%
higher is better
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB448 GB/s
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB288 GB/s
HDMI outputs
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB leads
2×
higher is better
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB1 ports
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB2 ports
Memory speed
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB leads
+56%
higher is better
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB28 Gbps
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB18 Gbps
Where each one wins
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- Shader cores
- Boost clock
- Base clock
- FP32 compute
- Video memory
- Memory type
- Memory bandwidth
- Memory speed
- Recommended PSU
- PCIe version
- DisplayPort version
- Card length
- Card height
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB
- Launch price
- Board power
- HDMI version
- HDMI outputs
What both have
- Memory bus width128 bit
- PCIe lanes8 lanes
- DisplayPort outputs3 ports
- Max displays4 displays
- Video encoders1 encoders
- Slot width2 slots
Every spec
Red marks the better value in each row.
| Spec | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release date | 2025-04 | 2023-05 |
| Launch price | 429 USD | 399 USD |
| Graphics chip | ||
| Architecture | Blackwell | Ada lovelace |
| Shader cores | 4,608 cores | 4,352 cores |
| Boost clock | 2,572 MHz | 2,540 MHz |
| Base clock | 2,407 MHz | 2,310 MHz |
| FP32 compute | 23.7 TFLOPS | 22 TFLOPS |
| Memory | ||
| Video memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | Gddr7 | Gddr6 |
| Memory bus width | 128 bit | 128 bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 288 GB/s |
| Memory speed | 28 Gbps | 18 Gbps |
| Last-level cache | — | 32 MB |
| Power | ||
| Board power | 180 W | 160 W1 |
| Recommended PSU | 500 W | 550 W2 |
| Power connectors | 8-pin | 12V-2x63 |
| Interface | ||
| PCIe version | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| PCIe lanes | 8 lanes | 8 lanes |
| Display outputs | ||
| HDMI version | 2.1 | 2.1a |
| DisplayPort version | 2.1 | 1.4a |
| HDMI outputs | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| DisplayPort outputs | 3 ports | 3 ports |
| Max displays | 4 displays4 | 4 displays |
| Video engine | ||
| Hardware encode | H.264, HEVC, AV1 | AV1 |
| Video encoders | 1 encoders | 1 encoders |
| Size | ||
| Card length | 241 mm | 244 mm5 |
| Card height | 111 mm | 112 mm6 |
| Slot width | 2 slots7 | 2 slots |
Notes on 7 values — test conditions and caveats
- 1NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB, Board power: NVIDIA's table shows 165 or 160 W for RTX 4060 Ti; Tom's and TechSpot list 160 W for the 8GB model.
- 2NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB, Recommended PSU: NVIDIA's 550 W minimum assumes a Ryzen 9 5900X-class system; your build may need more.
- 3NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB, Power connectors: The card takes a 16-pin connector; NVIDIA includes an 8-pin PCIe adapter in the box.
- 4NVIDIA 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.
- 5NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB, Card length: Founders Edition length; partner cards vary by manufacturer.
- 6NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB, Card height: NVIDIA labels this 'Width' (slot edge to card top); its clearance text cites 98 mm for the card.
- 7NVIDIA 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 Architecture
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB introduces the Blackwell architecture, offering 4,608 shader cores and a FP32 compute of 23.7 TFLOPS. This gives it a clear computational edge over the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB, which runs on Ada Lovelace with 4,352 cores.
Higher base and boost clocks on the newer card translate to smoother frame rendering in heavy gaming sessions and faster creative workloads.
Memory and Video Processing
With 16 GB of GDDR7 video memory and 448 GB/s of bandwidth, the RTX 5060 Ti handles high-resolution textures and dense asset loads much better than its rival. The RTX 4060 Ti relies on 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 288 GB/s bandwidth.
For video editing and streaming, the RTX 5060 Ti adds hardware encoding support for H.264 and HEVC alongside AV1, whereas the RTX 4060 Ti limits hardware encoding strictly to AV1.
Power and Connectivity
Power requirements differ slightly between the two cards, with the RTX 5060 Ti drawing 180 W and requiring a 500 W power supply unit. The RTX 4060 Ti uses 160 W and asks for a 550 W minimum system power supply.
On the display side, the newer card brings DisplayPort 2.1 support, while the older model provides an extra HDMI port and DisplayPort 1.4a.
The Verdict
Buy the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB if you want advanced GDDR7 memory, broader hardware encoding codecs, and higher compute performance. Buy the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB if you want to save money at a lower launch price.
Where to buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
Best for Maximum memory and newer Blackwell architecture
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB
Best for Lower launch price on an 8 GB budget
FAQ
Which card has faster memory?
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB features GDDR7 memory running at 28 Gbps, whereas the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB uses slower GDDR6 memory at 18 Gbps.
Do both cards require the same power supply?
No, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB recommends a 500 W power supply unit, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB calls for a 550 W power supply.
What video encoding codecs does the RTX 4060 Ti support?
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB supports hardware encoding for AV1.
What is the difference in physical card length?
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB Founders Edition measures 241 mm long, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB Founders Edition measures 244 mm long.
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