Rumor has it that NVIDIA and AMD are gearing up for a showdown in the budget GPU market this May, each aiming to seize control of the mainstream segment.
## NVIDIA & AMD Battle for Mid-End GPU Supremacy with RTX 5060 & RX 9060 XT
For gamers and users currently eyeing affordable GPUs, the selection is quite limited. Recently, the scarcity of next-gen NVIDIA GPUs has caused prices to spike well above their intended MSRPs. Similarly, AMD’s RX 9070 series is in high demand, leading to similar pricing dilemmas. However, fresh reports from Benchlife suggest that both companies are set to unveil new, budget-friendly options in the coming weeks.
Let’s dive into what NVIDIA, often referred to as Team Green, has to offer first. They’re rumored to introduce the GeForce RTX 5060 by May 19. This card is expected to come with 8 GB of GDDR7 VRAM, running at a swift 28 Gbps via a 128-bit memory bus. It’s essential to note that this model will bring a noticeable increase in power usage, with a 35W TDP increase compared to the RTX 4060. Here’s a quick comparison:
– 25% more CUDA Cores
– Same Memory Capacity
– Faster GDDR7 Memory (28 Gbps)
– 64% more Bandwidth
– 30% higher power rating
Turning to AMD, the anticipation surrounds the upcoming Radeon RX 9060 XT, slated to debut on May 21 at Computex. However, it might hit the shelves as late as June. This GPU is expected to feature the Navi 44 die on a 128-bit bus, available in both 8GB and 16GB variants, mirroring the NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti. It’s expected to house 2,048 SPs, half of what the Radeon RX 9070 XT offers. With game clocks at 2620 MHz and boost clocks reaching 3230 MHz, it’s designed to deliver impressive 1080p and 2K performance.
We’ll be bringing you real-time updates on these launches directly from the Computex 2025 show floor. With the competition intensifying in the mid-end GPU space, May is shaping up to be an exciting month for tech enthusiasts.
