The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4060 TivsAMD RX 9060

Generation comparison: The NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value. Compare clearance pricing against the AMD RX 9060's launch MSRP to decide.
NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti
Buy/Wait:Superseded

This GPU is no longer the current generation. It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti.

Superseded by RTX 5060 Ti

Best for: Budget 1440p gamers who find the 16GB variant well below $250 used — at any higher price the RTX 5060 Ti is the better choice.

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AMD RX 9060
Buy/Wait:Buy

First-generation product — recently released, still early days

Best for: Budget gamers in OEM pre-built systems — not currently available for retail purchase.

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NVIDIA RTX 4060 TiAMD RX 9060
TierMid-rangeEntry
GenerationRTX 4000RX 9000
VRAM16 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
TDP165W132W
UpscalingDLSS3FSR4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$449$249
ReleasedMay 24, 2023Aug 6, 2025
Cycle length~693 days
Cycle adviceSupersededBuy
Deals adviceClearanceCaution
SuccessorRTX 5060 Ti

Why buy each?

NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti

16GB variant advantage

The 16GB model avoids the 8GB limitation that plagued the base model — still relevant for 1440p gaming.

165W TDP

Very low power draw — works with virtually any modern PSU.

RTX 5060 Ti is better value new

At $429 with GDDR7 and DLSS 4, the RTX 5060 Ti is the clear choice for new buyers.

AMD RX 9060

FSR 4 at entry tier

ML upscaling included even at the budget entry point.

132W TDP

Ultra-efficient for budget OEM builds.

OEM-only note

Currently not available as a standalone retail GPU — check pre-built systems from major OEMs.