GeForce RTX 5060 Ti: 16GB VRAM, $490 on Amazon

If you're on the hunt for a budget-friendly graphics card tailored for 1080p gaming, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti is your best bet. Opt for the 16GB variant over the 8GB model to ensure you're getting the most out of your investment. Currently, you can find the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB GPUs starting at $489.99 on Amazon and Walmart. While this is a bit higher than the initial launch price of $429.99 for a reference model, the price increase is not as steep as with other RTX 50 series cards.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti GPU Starting From $489.99

Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5060 Ti Windforce OC 16GB Graphics Card

$489.99 at Amazon

Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB Twin Edge OC Graphics Card

$489.99 at Amazon

MSI GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB Ventus 2X Plus Graphics Card

$489.99 at Walmart

Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB AMP Graphics Card

$499.99 at Amazon

MSI GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16G Ventus 2X OC Plus Graphics Card

$499.99 at Walmart

The RTX 5060 Ti is an excellent choice for 1080p gaming, offering a performance boost of about 20% over the RTX 4060 Ti and around 40% over the RTX 3060 Ti. It shines even brighter in games that support DLSS 4, a feature common among Blackwell series cards.

For those considering stepping up to the RTX 5070, the least expensive model is currently $609.99. If you're strictly sticking to 1080p gaming, the additional $120-$130 might not be justified unless you're chasing exceptionally high frame rates. Remember, always choose the 16GB VRAM models to avoid performance bottlenecks in newer, more demanding games, especially at resolutions like 1440p.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti GPU Review by Jacqueline Thomas

"The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti is a robust 1080p graphics card, even when compared to its last-generation counterpart. It can handle most games at maximum settings at 1080p. For games where it struggles, such as 'Assassin's Creed Shadows', you can adjust ray tracing settings for better performance. However, the 8GB version of the card is a significant caveat. While the 16GB version is highly recommendable, especially if you're upgrading from a card older than the 3060 Ti, the 8GB model may struggle with future games' demands. It's unfortunate that both versions share the same name, which can lead to confusion when shopping for a 1080p graphics card."

Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC GPU for $609.99

Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC 12GB Graphics Card

$609.99 at Amazon

For gamers eyeing higher resolutions like 1440p, the GeForce RTX 5070 GPU is a step up. The Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC 12GB Graphics Card is available exclusively for Amazon Prime members at $609.99, with free shipping and a voucher for the upcoming game 'Doom: The Dark Ages'.

In comparison to the previous generation, the RTX 5070 matches the performance of the RTX 4070 Super, which was already an excellent choice for 1440p gaming. The RTX 5070 launched at $599.99, just $10 less than this Gigabyte model. Finding an RTX 4070 Super at this price is now nearly impossible. The RTX 5070 also outperforms the RTX 4070 Super in games that support DLSS 4 and multi-frame generation, making it a more future-proof option that will continue to improve with driver optimizations.