Key Takeaways
1. Nvidia announced the RTX 5060 Ti (8 GB/16 GB) and the RTX 5060, with the RTX 5060 Ti available for purchase now and the RTX 5060 set to release on May 19.
2. Reviews for the RTX 5060 will be published on its release date, May 19, following an embargo shared with AIB partners.
3. AMD is reportedly launching the RX 9060 XT on May 18, creating direct competition with the RTX 5060, as both cards are expected to have similar pricing.
4. The RTX 5060 Ti’s performance has been criticized due to limited VRAM, potentially impacting Nvidia’s market position against AMD’s RX 9060 XT.
5. Despite concerns, the RTX 5060 could appeal to budget gamers if it maintains a balanced price-to-performance ratio, similar to the RTX 4060.
Nvidia has officially announced the RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB/16 GB and the RTX 5060 on April 15. Despite this, the launch of the RTX 5060 has been delayed until May, while the RTX 5060 Ti is being made available in April. Consequently, both the 8 and 16 GB versions of the RTX 5060 Ti are already available for purchase. As of now, Nvidia has yet to provide a specific release date for the RTX 5060.
Release Date Confirmed
Fortunately, VideoCardz has gotten hold of the release and review embargo information for the RTX 5060, as Nvidia has shared these updates with its AIB partners. The RTX 5060 is now set to hit the market on May 19, with GPU reviews expected to be published on the same day.
Competition Heats Up
We previously mentioned that AMD is reportedly moving up the launch of the RX 9060 XT to May 18 while delaying the RX 9070 GRE. If this information is accurate, the RX 9060 XT and the RTX 5060 will be released just one day apart. This creates a competitive situation, as both graphics cards are projected to have similar price points, with the 8 GB RX 9060 XT priced between $269-$299 and the RTX 5060 at $299.
Given these price tags and rumors suggesting that the 16 GB RX 9060 XT might be priced as low as $329, Nvidia could face significant challenges in the market.
Performance Concerns
The RTX 5060 Ti has received a lukewarm response due to its limited VRAM, which negatively affects its performance. If AMD sticks to the rumored $329 price for the RX 9060 XT and either delays or cancels the 8 GB version, Nvidia might find itself dealing with harsh criticism once again.
On a positive note, the RTX 4060 was considered a decent option regarding price versus performance. With 25% more CUDA cores and higher memory bandwidth, if Nvidia can maintain a steady supply and reasonable pricing, the RTX 5060 might attract budget-minded gamers.
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