NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8 GB @ TechPowerUp
TechPowerUp recently reviewed the Zotac GeForce RTX 5060 Solo 8 GB, positioning it as a compelling mid-range graphics card. Priced at the NVIDIA MSRP of $300, the RTX 5060 delivers strong 1080p gaming performance, matching the RTX 4060 Ti and surpassing the RTX 4060 by 26%. Built on the GB206 GPU with 3,840 CUDA cores and 8 GB of GDDR7 memory, it offers a 45% performance uplift over the RTX 3060. The card's compact design, measuring just 16.5 cm, makes it ideal for small form factor builds, and its 145 W TGP allows it to operate efficiently with minimal power requirements.
The GeForce RTX 5060 8 GB is NVIDIA's newest release. It is built using the same chip as the RTX 5060 Ti, but only comes as 8 GB VRAM option. In our review we run it through all our tests, including 1440p and 4K with and without ray tracing, and we also recommend optimal settings for 8 GB.
The RTX 5060 introduces DLSS 4, featuring Transformer-based AI models that enhance image quality and support Multi Frame Generation, effectively increasing frame rates. Despite its strengths, the card has some limitations, such as the absence of an idle fan-stop feature, a PCIe 5.0 x8 interface, and a lack of a backplate. Additionally, overclocking potential is somewhat restricted due to driver limitations. Nevertheless, TechPowerUp concludes that the Zotac GeForce RTX 5060 Solo 8 GB offers excellent value for its price, making it a top choice for gamers seeking a balance between performance and affordability.
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