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RTX 3060 vs 4060 vs 5060: Which GPU is Best in 2025?This video compares the RTX 3060 (12GB), RTX 4060 (8GB), and RTX 5060 (8GB) in various games to determine their performance in 2025. While the newer cards generally offer better average FPS, the 3060's larger VRAM can be advantageous in specific scenarios, leading to smoother frame times in some games. The 5060 consistently leads in average FPS, but its lower VRAM can sometimes result in inconsistent performance.
✅ The RTX 5060 significantly outperformed the other cards in average FPS. ✅ The .1% low for the RTX 5060 was similar to the RTX 4060.
✅ All three cards performed respectably.
✅ The RTX 5060 shares the .1% low result with the 3060, and is bested by the 4060 in terms of that .1% figure. ⚠️ The RTX 5060 could have benefited from more VRAM.
✅ The RTX 5060 had the highest average FPS, but its .1% low was worse than the RTX 4060. ✅ The RTX 4060 felt smoother overall.
✅ Despite the 3060's VRAM advantage, the newer cards offer better average FPS. ⚠️ Percentile lows are not always straightforward.
✅ The RTX 3060 had the best consistency, maintaining smoother frame times despite a lower average FPS. ⚠️ The 8GB cards (4060 and 5060) experienced more dips and drops.
1. 🎮 RTX 3060 vs. 4060 vs. 5060: Specs and Overview
- ✅ The video compares three generations of graphics cards: RTX 3060 (12GB GDDR6), RTX 4060 (8GB GDDR6), and RTX 5060 (8GB GDDR7).
- ✅ Release dates: 3060 (early 2021), 4060 (2023), 5060 (2025).
- ✅ PCIe: 3060 (PCIe 4.0 with 16 lanes), 4060 (PCIe 4.0 with 8 lanes), 5060 (PCIe 5.0 with 8 lanes).
- ✅ TDP: 3060 (170W), 4060 (115W), 5060 (145W). Each uses a single 8-pin connector.
00:00 - 01:43
1. 🎮 RTX 3060 vs. 4060 vs. 5060: Specs and Overview
- ✅ The video compares three generations of graphics cards: RTX 3060 (12GB GDDR6), RTX 4060 (8GB GDDR6), and RTX 5060 (8GB GDDR7).
- ✅ Release dates: 3060 (early 2021), 4060 (2023), 5060 (2025).
- ✅ PCIe: 3060 (PCIe 4.0 with 16 lanes), 4060 (PCIe 4.0 with 8 lanes), 5060 (PCIe 5.0 with 8 lanes).
- ✅ TDP: 3060 (170W), 4060 (115W), 5060 (145W). Each uses a single 8-pin connector.
01:44 - 03:28
2. 🎮 Cyberpunk 2077 Benchmarks: Ultra and RT Ultra with DLSS
- ✅ Ultra Preset:
- ✅ RT Ultra with DLSS (Performance):
- ⚠️ The RTX 5060, despite having the highest average FPS, showed inconsistent performance with significantly lower .1% lows.
- ⚠️ The RTX 4060's .1% low was worse than the 3060, potentially due to reduced VRAM.
| GPU | Avg FPS | 1% Low | 0.1% Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3060 | 64 | 52 | 50 |
| RTX 4060 | 71 | 56 | 53 |
| RTX 5060 | 104 | 63 | 42 |
| GPU | Avg FPS | 1% Low | 0.1% Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3060 | 70 | N/A | N/A |
| RTX 4060 | 85 | N/A | 45 |
| RTX 5060 | 93 | 62 | 36 |
03:29 - 03:58
3. 🎮 Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced: Very High RT Preset with DLA
| GPU | Avg FPS | 1% Low | 0.1% Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3060 | 89 | N/A | N/A |
| RTX 4060 | 103 | 86 | 83 |
| RTX 5060 | 128 | 104 | 87 |
03:59 - 04:43
4. 🎮 Kingdom Come Deliverance 2: High VRAM Utilization
- ✅ The game utilizes more than 8GB of VRAM.
| GPU | Avg FPS | 1% Low | 0.1% Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3060 | 74 | 68 | 67 |
| RTX 4060 | 88 | 78 | 77 |
| RTX 5060 | 116 | 103 | 100 |
04:44 - 05:41
5. 🎮 The Outer Worlds 2: 1080p, Medium Preset with DLA
| GPU | Avg FPS | 1% Low | 0.1% Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3060 | 59 | 48 | 44 |
| RTX 4060 | 69 | 55 | 50 |
| RTX 5060 | 80 | 56 | 44 |
05:42 - 06:20
6. 🎮 Baldur's Gate 3 Benchmarks
| GPU | Avg FPS | 1% Low | 0.1% Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3060 | 93 | 71 | 45 |
| RTX 4060 | 109 | 87 | 70 |
| RTX 5060 | 138 | 88 | 63 |
06:21 - 06:57
7. 🎮 Red Dead Redemption 2 Benchmarks
- ✅ All cards run the game well at 1080p.
| GPU | Avg FPS | 1% Low | 0.1% Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3060 | 87 | 65 | 57 |
| RTX 4060 | 99 | 76 | 70 |
| RTX 5060 | 119 | 90 | 84 |
06:58 - 07:44
8. 🎮 Battlefield 6 Benchmarks: High Res Textures, DAA Enabled
| GPU | Avg FPS | 1% Low | 0.1% Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3060 | 98 | 80 | 75 |
| RTX 4060 | 116 | 93 | 86 |
| RTX 5060 | 137 | 106 | 92 |
07:45 - 08:18
9. 🎮 Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: VRAM Limitation on Newer Cards
- ✅ The RTX 3060 was the only card that could start the game with high settings and the high-res texture pack enabled.
- ⚠️ The RTX 4060 and 5060 (8GB VRAM) crashed with the same settings and could only run the game at medium settings.
- ✅ The 3060 wins by default in this scenario due to its larger VRAM.
08:19 - 09:07
10. 🎮 Oblivion Remastered Benchmarks: 1080p, Medium Preset
| GPU | Avg FPS | 1% Low | 0.1% Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3060 | 51 | 33 | 25 |
| RTX 4060 | 60 | 34 | 20 |
| RTX 5060 | 73 | 35 | 12 |
09:08 - 09:53
11. 🎮 Conclusion: VRAM Matters, But Newer Cards Generally Lead
- ✅ The RTX 4060 and 5060 generally outperform the RTX 3060 despite having less VRAM.
- ✅ There are instances where the 3060's 12GB of VRAM provides an advantage, leading to smoother performance.
- ✅ The pattern is clear: newer cards offer better averages, but VRAM can hold them back in certain situations.