NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti 16GB Review: Just upgraded to 5060 Ti 16GB and R5 7600 and I'm 100% a happy camper. Getting great fps on 1440p!
Introduction
We're back with another graphics card review, this time focusing on NVIDIA's RTX 5060 Ti 16GB. Unlike previous generations, NVIDIA has priced the 8GB and 16GB variants reasonably, with only a $50 difference between them. Today, we’re looking at ASUS’s Prime OC Edition, a factory-overclocked model with some interesting features.
Specifications & Design
Key Specs:
- GPU: GB206
- CUDA Cores: 4,608
- RT Cores: 36
- Tensor Cores: 144
- Memory: 16GB GDDR7 (128-bit bus)
- Base Clock: 2,547 MHz
- Boost Clock: 2,572 MHz (2,617 MHz with OC)
- TDP: 180W
ASUS Prime OC Edition Features
- Triple-fan cooling with Axial-tech fans (blades connected to an outer frame).
- MaxContact technology for improved heat dissipation (+5% surface area).
- 2.5-slot design, fitting SFF builds.
- Standard 8-pin PCIe power connector (no 12VHPWR needed).
- Dual BIOS switch (Performance & Quiet modes).
- Full-coverage metal backplate with a brushed finish.
- Display outputs: 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1x HDMI 2.1b.
Aesthetics
- All-black with white accents to match ASUS Prime motherboards.
- No RGB lighting — clean and minimalist.
Performance Testing:
DLSS4 & Multi-Frame Generation
NVIDIA’s **DLSS4 introduces multi-frame generation, allowing up to 3 interpolated frames per rendered frame. In testing:
- Cyberpunk 2077 (4K, DLSS4):
- Base FPS (no DLSS): ~22 FPS
- 1x Frame Generation: ~80 FPS
- 2x Frame Generation: ~110 FPS
- 3x Frame Generation: ~134 FPS
- Final 4K performance with DLSS4: Over 200 FPS in optimized titles
Gaming Benchmarks
- 1080p Performance: Easily 100+ FPS in modern AAA titles.
- 1440p Performance: Consistently 60+ FPS in demanding games.
- 4K Performance: Playable with DLSS4, but requires frame generation for smooth gameplay.
Generational Comparison
- vs. RTX 4060 Ti (8GB):
- ~23% faster at 1080p
- ~25% faster at 1440p
- vs. RTX 5070:
- ~15% slower at 1080p
- ~21% slower at 1440p
Pricing & Value
- RTX 5060 Ti 16GB MSRP: $419 (vs. $379 for 8GB).
- Previous-gen RTX 4060 Ti 16GB launched at $499 — this is $80 cheaper for better performance.
- If available at MSRP, this is a solid deal — but AIB pricing may vary.
Who Should Buy It?
- 1080p/1440p gamers who want future-proof VRAM (16GB).
- DLSS4 adopters looking for high frame rates with upscaling.
- 4K purists (still needs DLSS for smooth performance).
Final Verdict
Pros:
- Good 1080p/1440p performance
- 16GB VRAM at a reasonable price
- Excellent DLSS4 support
- Efficient cooling (ASUS Prime OC model)
Cons:
- Not a huge leap over RTX 4060 Ti
- 4K gaming still requires DLSS
- AIB pricing could inflate cost
Bottom Line
The RTX 5060 Ti 16GB is a surprisingly decent mid-range GPU, especially if priced at $419. It’s not revolutionary, but it fixes past mistakes (like the $100 VRAM tax on the 4060 Ti). If you can find it at MSRP, it’s a solid upgrade for 1080p/1440p gamers.
What do you think? Is the RTX 5060 Ti worth it, or should NVIDIA have pushed for more performance? Let us know in the comments! Subscribe for more GPU reviews!