The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4060vsAMD RX 9060 XT

Generation comparison: The NVIDIA RTX 4060 is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value.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Buy/Wait:Superseded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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5060.

Superseded by RTX 5060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 XT
Buy/Wait:Buy

First-generation product — recently released, still early days

Best for: Mid-range 1440p gamers who want 16GB VRAM without paying high-end prices.

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NVIDIA RTX 4060AMD RX 9060 XT
TierEntryMid-range
GenerationRTX 4000RX 9000
VRAM8 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
TDP115W150W
UpscalingDLSS3FSR4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$299$349
ReleasedJun 29, 2023Jun 5, 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 XT

16GB at mid-range pricing

AMD continues to offer more VRAM per dollar than NVIDIA at every tier — 16GB for $349 vs NVIDIA's 8GB options.

FSR 4

ML-powered upscaling at the mid-range price point.

150W TDP

Ultra-efficient — no PSU upgrade needed for most builds.