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RTX 3060 Ti vs RTX 5060

Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (2020) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (2025).

RTX 3060 Ti

NVIDIA Mid-range

37 / perf index
  • Wider memory bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)

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Winner

RTX 5060

NVIDIA Mid-range

39 / perf index
  • ~5% faster on average
  • Lower power draw (145 W vs 200 W)
  • Cheaper at launch ($299 vs $399)
  • Newer (2025 vs 2020)
  • Better performance per dollar

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Verdict: The RTX 5060 is around 5% faster than the RTX 3060 Ti on average — a modest edge you may notice in demanding titles, but not a generational leap.

At launch pricing, the RTX 5060 offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 5060 is the more power-efficient chip.

Estimated performance

RTX 3060 Ti
37
RTX 5060
39

Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.

Specs side by side

SpecificationRTX 3060 TiRTX 5060
ArchitectureAmpereBlackwell
Release year20202025
Est. performance
37
39
Shading units
4,864
3,840
Boost clock
1665 MHz
2497 MHz
FP32 compute
16.2 TFLOPS
19.2 TFLOPS
VRAM
8 GB
8 GB
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR7
Memory bus
256-bit
128-bit
Board power
200 W
145 W
Launch MSRP
$399
$299

Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).

Frequently asked questions

Is the RTX 5060 better than the RTX 3060 Ti?

Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 5060 is about 5% faster than the RTX 3060 Ti on average.

How much faster is the RTX 5060 than the RTX 3060 Ti?

Roughly 5% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.

Which graphics card is better value?

Comparing launch prices, the RTX 5060 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.

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