I'm looking for a GPU to go with my Ryzen 5 7600. I was initially considering the RTX 4060 Eagle OC (with three fans), but Nvidia just announced the RTX 5060. I'm unsure how the performance of the 5060 stacks up against the 4060. Is the 5060 worth the investment based on its raw performance, or is it mainly beneficial for its AI features like Ray Tracing, DLSS, and Frame Generation?
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Always prioritize a GPU with 16GB of VRAM! If you're aiming for future-proofing, this will help.
If you can spare a bit more cash, I'd suggest going for the RTX 5060 Ti with 16GB. It should be better for your Ryzen build and is a good choice if you're also considering things like transcoding for Plex.
Pairing the 4060 with a Ryzen 7600 would likely not utilize the CPU fully, maybe around 30% at most during gameplay. If your budget is tight, consider sticking with the 4060 for now, but keep an eye on older models that may be more powerful within your price range.
Honestly, I'd steer clear of both the RTX 5060 and the 5060 Ti for now. Nvidia hasn't been transparent about the 5060's performance, and from what I gather, it's only marginally better than the RTX 4060.
Just wait for some reliable reviews before making a decision. The early previews for the 5060 might not reflect its actual capabilities compared to the 4060. We really need to see how it performs in a real-world setting before deciding on price versus performance.
That's exactly what I'm considering for my Plex server too! I have a 3090 now but need something a bit less power-hungry. The 5060 Ti seems like the way to go!