GeForce RTX 4080VSGeForce RTX 5060 16 GB
Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison
♜ WINNERGeForce RTX 4080+44%Better gaming performance
NVIDIA
RTX 4080
VSWINNERRTX 408036%Better gaming performance
NVIDIA
RTX 5060 16 GB
Performance7250
Efficiency75100
Price / performance7498
Data confidence6969
Fixed-scale H2H model. Missing metrics are omitted instead of estimated from the overall score.
GeForce RTX 4080 vs GeForce RTX 5060 16 GB: key takeaway
The comparison of RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB shows a 44% advantage for RTX 4080 in gaming performance, while RTX 5060 16 GB may still be stronger in value for money. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIANVIDIAPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
7250
75100
7498
8868
COMPARISON RESULT
RTX 4080 is the best overall choice
RTX 4080 leads in combined game performance. RTX 5060 16 GB offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RTX 4080 leads in the combined performance index
RTX 5060 16 GB costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 17–22of 61
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 4080
0 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
GeForce RTX 5060 16 GB
98/100 · Price $299The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
72Better
50
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
58Better
42
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
56Better
40
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
75
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
73Better
69
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DisplayPort3x DisplayPort 1.4a3x DisplayPort 2.1b
HDMI1x HDMI 2.11x HDMI 2.1b
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingDLSS 3DLSS 4
Max monitors44
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
USB Type-CNoNo
DirectX12.212.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
TFLOPS48.74Better19.18
Power consumption320 W145 WBetter
Memory typeGDDR6XGDDR7
Power connector16 pin8 pin
Release date20222025
ArchitectureAda LovelaceBlackwell 2.0
ThicknessTriple-slotDual-slot
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.9OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0
Launch price$1199$299Better
Shader units / cores9728Better4608
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 5x8
Clock speed2205 - 2505 MHz2280 - 2497 MHzBetter
Base clock2205 MHz2280 MHzBetter
Boost clock2505 MHzBetter2497 MHz
VRAM16 GB GDDR6XBetter8 GB GDDR7
Memory frequency22,4 GHz28 GHzBetter
Memory bus256 bitBetter128 bit
Memory bandwidth717 GB/sBetter448 GB/s
Power consumption320 W145 WBetter
Process node5 nm5 nm
Recommended PSU700 W450 WBetter
Length310 mm241 mmBetter
Die size379 mm²181 mm²Better
Memory cacheL1 128 KB, L2 64 MBL1 128 KB, L2 32 MB
Transistor count45900 millionBetter21900 million
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
RTX 4080RTX 5060 16 GB
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
35 FPSEstimated 66%
27 FPSEstimated 66%
1080p Ultra
30 FPSEstimated 66%
23 FPSEstimated 66%
1440p Ultra
23 FPSEstimated 66%
17 FPSEstimated 66%
4K Ultra
13 FPSEstimated 66%
6 FPSEstimated 58%
Black Myth: Wukong35Estimated 66%27Estimated 66%30Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%17Estimated 66%13Estimated 66%6Estimated 58%
Call of Duty: Warzone35Estimated 66%27Estimated 66%30Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%17Estimated 66%13Estimated 66%6Estimated 58%
Counter-Strike 2297Estimated 74%227Estimated 74%209Estimated 74%159Estimated 74%162Estimated 74%124Estimated 74%81Estimated 74%40Estimated 66%
Cyberpunk 2077192Estimated 74%146Estimated 74%165Estimated 74%126Estimated 74%118Estimated 74%90Estimated 74%54Estimated 74%27Estimated 66%
Forza Horizon 5242Estimated 80%185Estimated 80%156Estimated 74%120Estimated 74%146Estimated 74%112Estimated 74%119Estimated 74%58Estimated 66%
God of War Ragnarök35Estimated 66%27Estimated 66%30Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%17Estimated 66%13Estimated 66%6Estimated 58%
Hogwarts Legacy156Estimated 74%120Estimated 74%131Estimated 74%100Estimated 74%105Estimated 74%80Estimated 74%55Estimated 74%27Estimated 66%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 202435Estimated 66%27Estimated 66%30Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%17Estimated 66%13Estimated 66%6Estimated 58%
Monster Hunter Wilds35Estimated 66%27Estimated 66%30Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%17Estimated 66%13Estimated 66%6Estimated 58%
Starfield35Estimated 66%27Estimated 66%30Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%17Estimated 66%13Estimated 66%6Estimated 58%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100725036%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100765827%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100765532%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100886826%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1007510029%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100795831%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100785731%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100765532%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100816030%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100775533%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.212.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 3DLSS 4
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.9OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureAda LovelaceBlackwell 2.0
Process node5 nm5 nm
Release date20222025
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count45900 millionBetter21900 million
Die size379 mm²181 mm²Better
Shader units / cores9728Better4608
Base clock2205 MHz2280 MHzBetter
Boost clock2505 MHzBetter2497 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 5x8
Length310 mm241 mmBetter
ThicknessTriple-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU700 W450 WBetter
Power connector16 pin8 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMI1x HDMI 2.11x HDMI 2.1b
DisplayPort3x DisplayPort 1.4a3x DisplayPort 2.1b
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors44
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RTX 4080 and RTX 5060 16 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM16 GB GDDR6XBetter8 GB GDDR7
Memory typeGDDR6XGDDR7
Memory bus256 bitBetter128 bit
TFLOPS48.74Better19.18
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RTX 4080 or RTX 5060 16 GB?+
RTX 4080 has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 5060 16 GB offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 4080 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
RTX 4080 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RTX 4080 offers more overall performance, while RTX 4080 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 4080 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
RTX 5060 16 GB is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 4080 leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 4080 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 4080 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RTX 5060 16 GB is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
RTX 5060 16 GB is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to RTX 4080 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.