The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4060vsAMD RX 9060

Generation comparison: The NVIDIA RTX 4060 is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value.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
Buy/Wait:Superseded

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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5060.

Superseded by RTX 5060

Best for: Only worth considering as a used purchase at significantly below $200 — the RTX 5060 is a better value at $299 new.

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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 4060AMD RX 9060
TierEntryEntry
GenerationRTX 4000RX 9000
VRAM8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
TDP115W132W
UpscalingDLSS3FSR4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$299$249
ReleasedJun 29, 2023Aug 6, 2025
Cycle length~690 days
Cycle adviceSupersededBuy
Deals adviceClearanceCaution
SuccessorRTX 5060

Why buy each?

NVIDIA RTX 4060

Ultra-low 115W TDP

One of the most efficient GPUs ever — no external power connector needed on some AIB models.

DLSS 3

Frame generation extends the card's 1080p capabilities.

RTX 5060 is better value new

The RTX 5060 launched at the same $299 price with GDDR7 and DLSS 4 — the 4060 only makes sense used at well below $150.

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.