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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060vsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Comparison

Both cards share the Blackwell architecture and PCIe 5.0 support. The choice comes down to the lower price of the RTX 5060 or the raw compute power and memory capacity of the RTX 5070.

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Biggest differences

  • PCIe lanes

    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 leads

    2×

    higher is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50608 lanes
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 507016 lanes

  • Launch price

    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 leads

    −46%

    lower is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060299 USD
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070549 USD

  • Board power

    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 leads

    −42%

    lower is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060145 W
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070250 W

  • Shader cores

    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 leads

    +60%

    higher is better

    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50603,840 cores
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50706,144 cores

Where each one wins

  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

    • Launch price
    • Board power
    • Recommended PSU

  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070

    • Shader cores
    • Boost clock
    • Base clock
    • FP32 compute
    • Video memory
    • Memory bus width
    • Memory bandwidth
    • PCIe lanes

What both have

  • ArchitectureBlackwell
  • Memory typeGddr7
  • Memory speed28 Gbps
  • PCIe version5.0
  • HDMI version2.1b
  • DisplayPort version2.1b
  • HDMI outputs1 ports
  • DisplayPort outputs3 ports
  • Max displays4 displays
  • Video encoders1 encoders

Every spec

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SpecNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
Overview

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Overview specs

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Release date2025-052025-03
Launch price299 USD549 USD
Graphics chip

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Graphics chip specs

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ArchitectureBlackwellBlackwell
Shader cores3,840 cores6,144 cores
Boost clock2,500 MHz2,512 MHz
Base clock2,280 MHz2,330 MHz
FP32 compute19.2 TFLOPS30.9 TFLOPS
Memory

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Memory specs

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Video memory8 GB12 GB
Memory typeGddr7Gddr7
Memory bus width128 bit192 bit
Memory bandwidth448 GB/s672 GB/s
Memory speed28 Gbps28 Gbps
Last-level cacheNot published48 MB
Power

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Board power145 W250 W
Recommended PSU550 W1650 W2
Power connectors8-pin312V-2x64
Interface

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Interface specs

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PCIe version5.05.0
PCIe lanes8 lanes16 lanes
Display outputs

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HDMI version2.1b2.1b
DisplayPort version2.1b52.1b6
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 encoders1 encoders
Size

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Card lengthNot published242 mm
Card heightNot published112 mm
Slot widthNot published2 slots
Notes on 6 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 5070, Recommended PSU: NVIDIA's minimum for a PC with a Ryzen 9 9950X; other systems may need a different PSU.
  3. 3NVIDIA 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.
  4. 4NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, Power connectors: One 16-pin 12V-2x6 socket; an adapter for two 8-pin cables comes in the box.
  5. 5NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, DisplayPort version: DisplayPort 2.1b outputs run at the UHBR20 link rate per NVIDIA's footnote.
  6. 6NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, DisplayPort version: DisplayPort 2.1b at the full UHBR20 rate.

Performance and Compute

The RTX 5070 delivers significantly heavier processing capability through its 6,144 shader cores and 30.9 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, compared to the 3,840 cores and 19.2 TFLOPS found on the RTX 5060. This extra headroom translates into smoother frame rates and faster rendering times for demanding workloads.

Clock speeds sit very close between the two options. The RTX 5070 runs at a base clock of 2,330 MHz and a boost clock of 2,512 MHz, while the RTX 5060 operates slightly behind at 2,280 MHz base and 2,500 MHz boost.

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Performance and Compute

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Memory and Bandwidth

Gamers and creators handling high-resolution assets benefit from the RTX 5070 and its 12 GB of GDDR7 video memory over a 192-bit bus. The RTX 5060 offers 8 GB of GDDR7 on a narrower 128-bit bus.

This difference in bus width drives a higher memory bandwidth of 672 GB/s on the RTX 5070, while the RTX 5060 reaches 448 GB/s. The RTX 5070 also includes 48 MB of last-level cache, a spec not published for the RTX 5060.

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Memory and Bandwidth

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Power and System Requirements

Power efficiency favors the RTX 5060 with a board power of 145 W, requiring a 550 W recommended PSU and a single 8-pin connector, though a 300 W or greater Gen 5 cable can be used with the in-box adapter. The RTX 5070 demands a heftier 250 W and a 650 W PSU, utilizing a modern 12V-2x6 socket that comes with an adapter for two 8-pin cables.

Both minimum PSU recommendations assume a PC built with a Ryzen 9 9950X, meaning actual system power needs will vary depending on your specific hardware configuration.

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Connectivity and Encoding

Both graphics cards feature identical display output layouts, providing one HDMI 2.1b port and three DisplayPort 2.1b ports to run up to four displays at once. The DisplayPort outputs run at the full UHBR20 rate on both models.

For video creation, the RTX 5060 includes a single hardware encoder supporting AV1. The RTX 5070 expands your recording and streaming formats by adding H.264 and HEVC support alongside AV1 across its single encoder.

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The Verdict

Buy the RTX 5060 if you want to spend less and need a lower board power draw for a standard power supply. Buy the RTX 5070 if you require higher compute power, broader hardware encode formats, and larger video memory for demanding applications.

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Where to buy

  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

    Best for Budget-conscious builders needing low board power and a lower entry price

  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070

    Best for Users demanding high compute throughput, 12 GB memory, and extended video encode support

FAQ

What power supply do I need for these graphics cards?

NVIDIA recommends a 550 W power supply for the RTX 5060 and a 650 W power supply for the RTX 5070, though these minimums assume a Ryzen 9 9950X processor and will vary based on your system configuration.

How many displays can I connect?

Both models support a maximum of four displays through three DisplayPort 2.1b ports and one HDMI 2.1b port.

What kind of power connectors do they use?

The RTX 5060 uses a standard 8-pin connector with an optional adapter for Gen 5 cables, while the RTX 5070 uses a 12V-2x6 socket and includes an adapter for two 8-pin cables.

Do both cards support AV1 hardware encoding?

Yes, both feature a single hardware encoder with AV1 support, while the RTX 5070 additionally includes H.264 and HEVC encoding.

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