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GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB vs GeForce RTX 5060
The GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB is quite a bit slower than the GeForce RTX 5060 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one GPU is out of stock.
GeForce RTX 506029% Score
- Up to 85% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 2 years and 8 months newer
- Available for $349.99
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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GeForce RTX 5060 has 51% more compute power.
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GeForce RTX 5060 fills pixels 41% faster.
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GeForce RTX 5060 maps textures 51% faster.
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GeForce RTX 5060 moves data 87% faster.
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-Frequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB or GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5060. It's 93% faster than the GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB on average across 100+ games, scoring 29/100 vs 15/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 5060 than GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB?expand_more
93% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB or GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5060 is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the GeForce RTX 5060 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 29/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB and GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB scores 15/100, GeForce RTX 5060 scores 29/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB or GeForce RTX 5060 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB or GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5060 is the stronger pick at 29/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB and GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.
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