I don’t know why I’m even comparing graphics cards to cars, but here we are. They’re both about performance, sure, but looks and efficiency? That matters too. And wow, the prices are all over the place, like a car dealership with Porsches and clunkers side by side. Some folks might fork over a small fortune for the top-tier stuff. Me? I’m all about finding something that’ll do the trick without emptying the bank account.
Most gamers, well, they’re just trying to play the latest games without their screens turning into a slideshow. Consoles were the go-to, but now more people are jumping onto PCs. And stuff like the new Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 is tempting for that crowd.
Quick heads up—this isn’t a full-on review of the 5060. I’m more like peeking at it ’cause the fancy drivers weren’t ready yet. Nvidia tossed us a limited peek, so don’t expect hard-core benchmarks. I’ll get into that later; think of this as a sneak preview of a new $300 toy.
Speaking of that price, $300 is pretty doable if you wanna freshen up an older PC. Nvidia hasn’t gone wild with prices—2019’s RTX 2060 dropped for $350, then the 4060 was $300. Go figure. Expectations change as tech evolves, so here we just test according to Nvidia’s highlights—which obviously makes it look good.
For the preview, Nvidia let us try a bunch of games, like Cyberpunk and Doom The Dark Ages, which thrives on ray-tracing and killer frame rates. I zeroed in on those, naturally.
Now, with just 8GB of VRAM, the 5060 can’t compete with the big dogs, but c’mon, let’s be real. It’s aimed at 1080p or 1440p gaming. And yeah, it’s got DLSS to boost things. Nvidia said to use both DLSS and their Multi-Frame Generation to get the best feel of the card.
Some folks cringe at fake frames and upscaling. To me? If it looks good, who cares? Purists might blanch—guess they’ll need deeper pockets for the purer experience. But if you’re all about how it feels and looks when playing, this card’s got potential.
When firing up Doom, it was clear: DLSS4 does the heavy lifting, making that 8GB limit seem like a joke. Crank Doom up to its craziest settings, and with DLSS4 plus 3x MFG, and boom—you’re gaming at 1080p over 200fps. Sweet.
Cyberpunk’s another beast. It’s more demanding but fun in RT Overdrive. You’re looking at 120fps on average, but with some hiccups when things get intense. Maybe future drivers will help, but I’d bet this is the usual ride—big highs with caveats. Kinda what you expect with entry-level stuff.
Bottom line: It’s about what you’re okay with. Is 1080p good enough in a couple of years? Are the AI-boosted frames cool with you? Maybe the occasional blurry frame bugs you, but hey, for $300 and Doom at 200fps, it might be a trade-off worth making.
This card’s all about the extras like upscaling and frame generation. Nvidia’s tech is top-notch, and this is the cheapest way to get the latest. We’ll see soon how the 5060 holds up without frills compared to the 4060. Could be just an upgrade fraction, but with all extras on, it’s a step ahead for the same cash.
Think of it like this: You’re getting a taste of something fancy without the champagne price. Sure, it’s not all perfect, but when budget cards are talking 120fps now with frame magic, it’s a different game. Will it rock beyond a few games? Stay tuned, ’cause we’re just getting started.
