The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4060 TivsAMD RX 9070

Generation comparison: The NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value.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 9070'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Buy/Wait:Superseded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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti.

Superseded by RTX 5060 Ti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 9070
Buy/Wait:Buy

Early in cycle — strong buy, no urgency to wait

Best for: 1440p gamers who want 16GB VRAM and AMD's ecosystem at the most efficient power-to-performance ratio.

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NVIDIA RTX 4060 TiAMD RX 9070
TierMid-rangeHigh-end
GenerationRTX 4000RX 9000
VRAM16 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
TDP165W250W
UpscalingDLSS3FSR4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$449$549
ReleasedMay 24, 2023Mar 6, 2025
Cycle length~693 days~820 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 9070

16GB at $549

Same VRAM as the 9070 XT for $50 less — excellent value.

250W TDP

More power-efficient than both the 9070 XT and RTX 5070.

FSR 4

Full access to AMD's ML-powered upscaling.