The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4060 TivsNVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti

Generation comparison: The NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value. Compare clearance pricing against the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti'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Buy/Wait:Superseded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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti.

Superseded by RTX 5060 Ti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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NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti
Buy/Wait:Buy

Early in cycle — strong buy, no urgency to wait

Best for: 4K gamers who want high-end Blackwell performance at a more accessible price than the RTX 5080.

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NVIDIA RTX 4060 TiNVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti
TierMid-rangeHigh-end
GenerationRTX 4000RTX 5000
VRAM16 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR7
TDP165W300W
UpscalingDLSS3DLSS4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$449$749
ReleasedMay 24, 2023Feb 20, 2025
Cycle length~693 days~850 days
Cycle adviceSupersededBuy
Deals adviceClearanceWait
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.

NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti

16GB GDDR7 at $749

Same VRAM as the $999 RTX 5080, making it the sweet spot for high-end 4K gaming.

300W TDP

Reasonable power draw for its performance class — runs on a 700W PSU.

DLSS 4 support

Full access to multi-frame generation and all Blackwell AI features.