GeForce RTX 3060 vs GeForce RTX 5060
Veredicto Rápido
The GeForce RTX 3060 comes out ahead with 14% better performance on average at 1440p, with minimal price difference. It's the clear winner.
Comparación de Especificaciones
| Especificación | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| VRAM | 12GB GDDR6 | 8GB GDDR7 |
| TDP | 170W | 170W |
| PCIe | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Price | 330 € | 300 € |
| Power Connectors | 8pin | 8pin |
Comparación de Rendimiento Gaming (1440p Ultra)
GeForce RTX 3060 Benchmarks
| Game | 1080p High | 1080p Ultra | 1440p Ultra | 4K Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Theft Auto VI | 31 FPS | 16 FPS | 12 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Rocket League | 423 FPS | 378 FPS | 264 FPS | 181 FPS |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 57 FPS | 44 FPS | 13 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | 59 FPS | 53 FPS | 35 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Hogwarts Legacy | 60 FPS | 46 FPS | 14 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Star Wars Outlaws | 57 FPS | 44 FPS | 13 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Call of Duty: Warzone | 84 FPS | 75 FPS | 46 FPS | 13 FPS |
| Counter-Strike 2 | 228 FPS | 211 FPS | 158 FPS | 102 FPS |
| Valorant | 288 FPS | 275 FPS | 206 FPS | 132 FPS |
| Fortnite | 245 FPS | 219 FPS | 158 FPS | 35 FPS |
GeForce RTX 5060 Benchmarks
| Game | 1080p High | 1080p Ultra | 1440p Ultra | 4K Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Theft Auto VI | 18 FPS | 16 FPS | 12 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Rocket League | 423 FPS | 378 FPS | 264 FPS | 181 FPS |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 21 FPS | 19 FPS | 13 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | 59 FPS | 50 FPS | 13 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Hogwarts Legacy | 22 FPS | 20 FPS | 14 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Star Wars Outlaws | 21 FPS | 19 FPS | 13 FPS | 12 FPS |
| Call of Duty: Warzone | 80 FPS | 45 FPS | 20 FPS | 13 FPS |
| Counter-Strike 2 | 228 FPS | 211 FPS | 150 FPS | 61 FPS |
| Valorant | 288 FPS | 275 FPS | 206 FPS | 132 FPS |
| Fortnite | 245 FPS | 219 FPS | 95 FPS | 35 FPS |
Detailed Analysis
Performance by Resolution
1080p Gaming
At 1080p resolution, the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by approximately 8.9%. Both cards easily handle 1080p gaming at high framerates, but GeForce RTX 3060 pulls ahead.
1440p Gaming
1440p is where the difference becomes more noticeable. The GeForce RTX 3060 averages 14.3% higher FPS, which can mean the difference between hitting 144Hz or not in demanding titles.
4K Gaming
At 4K Ultra, the GeForce RTX 3060 shows a 14.2% advantage. For serious 4K gaming, this performance gap can significantly impact your experience.
Value Analysis
Both cards offer similar value propositions. GeForce RTX 3060 at $330 and GeForce RTX 5060 at $300 provide comparable FPS per dollar spent.
Who Should Buy Which?
- Buy GeForce RTX 3060 if: You prioritize raw performance and don't mind paying extra for it.
- Buy GeForce RTX 5060 if: You have a strict budget and need to save money, accepting slightly lower performance.

