RTX 5070 vs RTX 5060 Ti
When a maker splits one card into several versions, the job of picking falls to you. Here that means the RTX 5070 or the RTX 5060 Ti. On balance, the RTX 5070 is the stronger package: it leads in 1 out of 3 areas, most clearly in gpu & performance. And the price tags aren’t close: the RTX 5060 Ti came in $120 below the RTX 5070 at launch.
At a glance
- GPU & Performance RTX 5070 wins
- Memory Trade-off
- Power & Thermals RTX 5060 Ti wins
- Price RTX 5060 Ti wins
- GPU & Performance5.7
- Memory5.0
- Power & Thermals4.0
- GPU & Performance3.9
- Memory5.7
- Power & Thermals9.2
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The RTX 5060 Ti has 4 GB more VRAM
At 16 GB versus 12 GB, this is a decisive lead for the RTX 5060 Ti, the kind of difference you notice without looking for it. More VRAM lets the card hold higher-resolution textures and bigger scenes without stutter.
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The RTX 5070 has 30% more theoretical FP32 compute
If fp32 compute is one of your priorities, this settles it: the RTX 5070 leads clearly with 30.9 TFLOPS to the RTX 5060 Ti’s 23.7 TFLOPS. Architectures use their compute differently, so treat the gap as a guide and look at game benchmarks for the details.
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The RTX 5060 Ti has 70 W lower board power
The numbers aren’t close. The RTX 5060 Ti lists 180 W for total board power, while the RTX 5070 lists 250 W. Higher board power often comes with higher performance, so the RTX 5070’s appetite may be part of the price of its speed.
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The RTX 5070 has 33% more shader units
A clear win for the RTX 5070: 6,144 against 4,608. Few specs in this matchup are as one-sided. The RTX 5070’s extra shaders give it more raw muscle, although comparisons across different architectures aren’t one-to-one.
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The RTX 5070 has 50% more memory bandwidth
Here the RTX 5070 pulls well ahead of the RTX 5060 Ti, with 672 GB/s compared to 448 GB/s. Bandwidth needs vary by architecture, so compare it alongside VRAM and cache rather than on its own.
Design & Size
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 9.53 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Slot width | 2 slots | N/A (not specified) |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1x HDMI 2.1b | N/A (not specified) |
GPU & Performance
RTX 5070 leads
When it comes to gpu & performance, the RTX 5070 is comfortably ahead. The RTX 5070 answers with 30% more theoretical FP32 compute. FP32 compute is a theoretical peak that combines shader count and clock speed, a quick way to size up raw power. The RTX 5060 Ti delivers. Net result: the RTX 5070 leads this part of the comparison.
FP32 compute
RTX 5070: 30.9 TFLOPS RTX 5060 Ti: 23.7 TFLOPS The RTX 5070 has more theoretical compute, which often, but not always, translates into higher frame rates.
Shader units
RTX 5070: 6,144 RTX 5060 Ti: 4,608 Treat shader count as a strong hint about performance tier, then check benchmarks for the games you actually play.
Memory
Trade-off
Each side wins something here. The RTX 5070 offers 50% more memory bandwidth; the RTX 5060 Ti offers 4 GB more VRAM. The memory verdict depends on you more than on the spec sheet.
VRAM
RTX 5070: 12 GB RTX 5060 Ti: 16 GB Newer games tend to ask for more video memory, so the RTX 5060 Ti’s extra VRAM helps the card age better.
Memory bandwidth
RTX 5070: 672 GB/s RTX 5060 Ti: 448 GB/s The RTX 5070 has more bandwidth to work with, helping it hold up in memory-heavy games.
Features
The features data here comes as names and types, not scores. Check the table to see what each one uses.
Power & Thermals
RTX 5060 Ti leads
The RTX 5060 Ti is the clear pick if power & thermals is what you care about most. The RTX 5060 Ti steps ahead thanks to 70 W lower board power. Lower board power means less heat, quieter cooling and a smaller impact on your electricity bill. Anyone shopping mainly on power & thermals should start with the RTX 5060 Ti.
Total board power
RTX 5070: 250 W RTX 5060 Ti: 180 W The RTX 5060 Ti draws less power, which makes it easier to cool in compact cases.
Recommended PSU
RTX 5070: 650 W RTX 5060 Ti: 450 W With the RTX 5060 Ti, you’re more likely to keep your existing power supply, which can save real money.
Full Specifications
GPU & Performance
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| GPU die | GB205 | GB206 |
| Process | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| Shader units | 6,144 (winner) | 4,608 |
| Ray tracing units | 48 (winner) | 36 |
| Base clock | 2,325 MHz | 2,407 MHz (winner) Highest base clock |
| Boost clock | 2,512 MHz | 2,572 MHz |
| FP32 computeTheoretical peak; AMD counts dual-issue, so compare within a brand only | 30.9 TFLOPS (winner) | 23.7 TFLOPS |
Memory
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12 GB | 16 GB (winner) |
| Memory type | GDDR7 | GDDR7 |
| Memory bus | 192-bit (winner) | 128-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 672 GB/s (winner) | 448 GB/s |
Features
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling | DLSS 4 Super Resolution | DLSS 4 Super Resolution |
| Frame generation | DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation (up to 4x) | DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation (up to 4x) |
| PCIe interface | PCIe 5.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x8 |
Power & Thermals
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Total board power | 250 W | 180 W (winner) |
| Recommended PSU | 650 W | 450 W (winner) Smallest PSU requirement |
| Power connector | 1x 16-pin (12V-2x6) | N/A (not specified) |
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 9.53 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Slot width | 2 slots | N/A (not specified) |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1x HDMI 2.1b | N/A (not specified) |
Price
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price (MSRP) | $549 | $429 (winner) |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Price & Value
The RTX 5060 Ti came in $120 lower than the RTX 5070, a sizable gap of 28%. The value question is simple: are 30% more theoretical FP32 compute and 33% more shader units worth $120 to you? If so, the RTX 5070 makes sense.
All prices are official US launch prices, last checked April 2025. Actual prices at stores may differ.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the RTX 5070 if…
- you want more theoretical compute (30.9 TFLOPS vs 23.7 TFLOPS)
- you want more raw GPU hardware (6,144 vs 4,608 shader units)
- you game at high resolutions where bandwidth matters (672 GB/s vs 448 GB/s)
- you want more dedicated ray tracing hardware (48 vs 36)
Choose the RTX 5060 Ti if…
- you play at high resolutions with high-quality textures (16 GB vs 12 GB VRAM)
- you care about your power bill and a quieter case (180 W vs 250 W)
- you want to keep your current power supply (450 W vs 650 W recommended PSU)
- you care about clock speed under sustained load (2,407 MHz vs 2,325 MHz base)
- you want the lower price and can live with the trade-offs ($120 less)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the RTX 5070 or the RTX 5060 Ti?
The RTX 5070 wins more of the areas we compared, so it’s the safer pick unless having 4 GB more VRAM matters more to you than the rest.
Does the RTX 5070 perform better than the RTX 5060 Ti?
The RTX 5070 should be the quicker of the two, with 30% more theoretical FP32 compute and 33% more shader units on its side.
Is the RTX 5070 cheaper than the RTX 5060 Ti?
Going by launch prices, the RTX 5060 Ti costs $120 less than the RTX 5070. Prices as of April 2025; current offers may differ.
Executive Summary
A lineup gives you options, and options give you headaches. Let me try to cure this one: the RTX 5070 or the RTX 5060 Ti. I think the RTX 5070 makes its strongest case with 30% more theoretical FP32 compute. A second reason: the RTX 5070 comes with 50% more memory bandwidth. The RTX 5060 Ti does have a strong card to play: 4 GB more VRAM.
Choose by what you’d use most: gpu & performance leads to the RTX 5070, power & thermals leads to the RTX 5060 Ti.
My pick: the RTX 5070. The RTX 5060 Ti only comes out ahead if your top priority is 4 GB more VRAM.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.