Nvidia Launches RTX 5060 Series with Stealthy Release and Competitive Prices
April 16, 2025
Nvidia has officially launched its latest graphics cards, the RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060, with prices set at $429 for the 16GB Ti model, $379 for the 8GB Ti model, and $299 for the 8GB RTX 5060.
Benchmarks reveal that the RTX 5060 can achieve nearly 150 frames per second in Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p using DLSS in Quality mode, marking a significant improvement over the previous RTX 4060.
INNO3D plans to make these new GPUs available through premium resellers globally, ensuring that both enthusiasts and developers have access to the latest technology.
Despite the competitive pricing of these new models, there are concerns about how long these prices will remain stable due to recent tariff issues affecting the market.
The announcement of these graphics cards was made via a blog post just a day before their launch, indicating a stealthy release strategy that lacks the promotional excitement of previous launches.
Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, stated that this new family of GPUs is set to redefine mainstream gaming by delivering exceptional performance.
Both the RTX 5060 Ti and RTX 5060 are powered by Nvidia's Blackwell architecture, which enhances performance and cooling efficiency through an upgraded WINDFORCE cooling system.
The architectural improvements in the Blackwell series promise better ray tracing and neural rendering capabilities, although the actual benefits will depend on game developers adopting these new technologies.
As third-party reviews are expected to emerge in the coming weeks, they will provide deeper insights into the performance capabilities of these new graphics cards.
Potential buyers are advised to closely monitor prices to avoid overpaying, especially as market conditions may lead to fluctuations.
Critics have raised concerns about Nvidia's marketing tactics, particularly regarding their claims of '2X performance,' which some believe may misrepresent the actual gaming experience.
There are allegations that Nvidia is restricting AIB partners from testing the 8GB variant of the RTX 5060, which may skew reviews in favor of the higher-capacity 16GB model.
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