Asus GeForce RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming OC Edition 16 GB Video Card Review and Testing

The RTX 5060 Ti series graphics cards are NVIDIA's long-awaited move towards updating the mid-range segment - and the model ASUS GeForce RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming OC Edition 16 GB immediately attracted attention not only with its memory capacity and new architecture, but also with its well-thought-out approach to design, cooling and power supply. Against the backdrop of growing demands from games and applications, users are increasingly looking for not just a “powerful enough” video card, but a durable, balanced and compatible solution with a future-proof design. And it is in this context that the ASUS TUF 5060 Ti looks especially interesting - with support for DLSS 4, ray tracing, PCIe 5.0 and the latest GDDR7 memory.

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In this review, we'll take a closer look at what this model is capable of in real-world conditions: from its appearance and cooling system to its behavior in stress tests and performance in the most demanding games of 2025. We'll also compare it to competitors and similar solutions from previous generations to understand whether the price is justified and for whom exactly this video card will be the optimal choice.

This subsection of our review identifies the main aspects Asus GeForce RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming OC Edition 16 GB, such as appearance and hardware configuration.

The ASUS GeForce RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming OC Edition 16 GB graphics card package immediately creates a feeling of solidity and engineering thoughtfulness. The device comes in a large box with a dense foam bed, in which the card is protected from impacts and static electricity by an anti-static bag. The design of the internal packaging eliminates any accidental displacement, which is especially important when shipping by mail or transporting in other unstable conditions. This is a typical feature of the TUF Gaming line - rigor, reliability, military aesthetics and maximum protection of components from external influences, including during unpacking and installation.

The package includes several accessories that emphasize the positioning of the device as a solution for demanding users. In addition to the card itself, the box contains a power adapter, a support holder to prevent sagging (the video card is heavy), a metal nameplate with the TUF logo, stickers, and a textile tie for laying cables. The adapter allows you to connect the card to standard power supplies, but already at this stage it becomes clear that we are talking about a fairly modern and energy-intensive model. ASUS also adds a support mount to the package, which solves the problem of deformation during long-term installation in a vertical position, especially in the case of cases without support for the video card.

The video card itself is made in the classic design for the TUF series. The case is made of durable aluminum alloy with a matte finish, combining dark gray and metal inserts. On the front panel there are three axial fans with an individual design, the central one of which is decorated with the ASUS logo, and the outer ones - with TUF Gaming symbols. Axial-tech technology with optimized blades and reinforced bearings is used. The card takes up 3 slots in the case and has a solid length, which makes it compatible with far from all cases - this must be taken into account when assembling. The design is brutal, emphatically technical, with a minimum amount of gloss and maximum emphasis on cooling and reliability.

Cooling is implemented using a large radiator with several heat pipes running through it. The entire system is blown through by three fans, providing a directed air flow through the aluminum fins. On the back side, there is a massive metal backplate, which not only protects the printed circuit board from bending, but also participates in passive heat dissipation. The backplate is engraved with the TUF and GeForce RTX logos, as well as decorative slots that further improve air circulation. All this is complemented by a decorative coordinate inscription in the style of "military equipment", which has already become a signature feature of ASUS in this line.

One of the key elements that distinguishes this model from most of its previous generation counterparts is the presence of new 16-pin power connector (12VHPWR). This is a modern solution, coming from the ATX 3.0 standards, which allows you to transfer more power through one cable, instead of using 2 or 3 eight-pin ones, as before. Connecting this connector requires special attention - it is sensitive to incomplete entry, which can cause overheating. ASUS in this model uses a connector with a reinforced fastening, as well as an improved location of the cable entry: it is recessed into the casing, which improves the aesthetics of the assembly and reduces pressure on the connector. For those who use older power supplies, an adapter is included in the kit.

The interface panel of the card contains a standard set of outputs: four DisplayPort and one HDMI. This allows you to connect up to five displays at once, including 4K and even 8K monitors if necessary. All connectors are located on a stainless steel metal plate with ventilation slots, which further facilitate the removal of hot air from the case. The solution also guarantees durability with repeated connections, especially in builds where the graphics card is often removed and rearranged. Such durability is especially appreciated in corporate or test environments where wear resistance is important.

Also installed on the video card case BIOS hardware switch, which allows you to instantly select between two operating modes: “P-Mode” (Performance) and “Q-Mode” (Quiet). The first mode maximizes performance due to higher fan speeds, the second optimizes noise levels under moderate loads. This switch allows you to configure the card without using software, which is especially convenient when used in Linux systems or in non-ASUS builds. GPU Tweak. This solution makes the card universal for both gaming and work tasks, allowing you to adapt its behavior to specific operating conditions.

The ASUS GeForce RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming OC Edition 16 GB is built around an NVIDIA GPU with the codename D204, which indicates the use of a new architecture Ada Lovelace Refresh or potentially next-gen as part of the RTX 40 series continuation. Despite the fact that GPU-Z while displays "0 nm" and does not indicate the exact area of ​​the crystal, the structure and characteristics of the chip allow us to judge its belonging to modern line of mid-range solutions, with a significant emphasis on efficiency, throughput and support for all current NVIDIA technologies.

The core of the graphics processor is 4608 unified shader cores (CUDA cores), which puts the RTX 5060 Ti between the RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB (4352 cores) and the RTX 4070 (5888 cores). All key NVIDIA technologies are supported, including Ray Tracing, DLSS 4, CUDA, DirectML, Vulkan, PhysX, as well as a full set of APIs: DirectX 12 Ultimate and OpenGL 4.6.Texturing blocks are represented by the configuration 144 TMUs, and the rasterization blocks are 48 BOB, which allows you to count on high performance in both 3D rendering and games with a high load on post-processing and alpha textures. This also ensures confident behavior of the video card at a resolution of 1440p, with a reserve for partial 4K with upscaling.

The use of deserves special attention new GDDR7 video memory with volume 16 GB and a 128-bit bus. While the bus may seem narrow, the high frequencies of the GDDR7 (in this case, 1750 MHz base and 2662 MHz boost) make up for it in bandwidth — 448.0 GB / s, which exceeds the values ​​of the RTX 4060 Ti (288–304 GB/s). Together with improved compression algorithms, this allows the video card to work effectively with heavy textures, especially in modern projects with ray tracing and high detail settings. Architecturally, the chip is equipped with updated 3rd generation RT cores and 4th generation tensor cores that support DLSS 4 - a new version of intelligent upscaling based on neural networks, providing not only an increase in FPS, but also visual improvement of the scene in real time.

The video card uses the connection interface PCI-Express 5.0 x8, which may seem like a limitation, but in terms of bandwidth it still surpasses PCIe 3.0 x16 and in practice does not limit performance in current games and applications. This implementation is due to the optimization of the architecture for energy efficiency: the use of PCIe 5.0 allows you to reduce energy consumption without losing the speed of access to video memory and the system bus.

The frequency response is impressive: the base frequency GPU is 2377 MHz, with a boost to 2632 MHz, while in ASUS OC mode it is achieved 2662 MHz, which confirms the presence of factory overclocking. This is noticeably higher than the standard values ​​​​declared for reference cards, and speaks of the high quality of selected chips that have passed ASUS testing for stable operation under increased loads. The card's power supply is designed to operate using a 16-pin 12VHPWR connector, providing sufficient current for a stable boost frequency even when using resource-intensive applications.

The RTX 5060 Ti architecture therefore represents a balanced solution for gamers and creators that combines the latest GDDR7 video memory, DLSS 4 support, ray tracing, improved cores and high frequencies, while maintaining energy efficiency and compatibility with medium-power systems.

Total Available four preset video card operating modes: Default Mode, OC Mode, Silent Mode and User Mode. Each of them is designed for different scenarios and can be activated as needed. In the mode Default Mode the video card works with factory overclocking from ASUS - the base frequency is 2662 MHz, and the video memory frequency reaches 28002 MHz. This is the most balanced mode, in which the card demonstrates stable performance with a moderate level of power consumption and noise. The function is active in it 0dB Fan, allowing the fans to stop completely at low temperatures, ensuring silent operation at idle and under light load.

Mode OC fashion designed for maximum performance. When activated, it increases the power limit to 110% and boosts the frequency GPU increases to 2692 MHz. This profile uses the chip's full potential: the card can automatically go beyond the nominal frequencies, provided it is well cooled. The same high memory frequency is also maintained - 28002 MHz. This mode is perfect for heavy games, rendering and stress tests, where every FPS unit matters. Thanks to the effective cooling of ASUS TUF and 16-pin power supply, the card works stably even at an increased power limit.

For users who value silence and economy, there is Silent Mode. In it, the Power Target is reduced to 90%, and the boost frequency is reduced to 2632 MHz. This allows you to reduce heat generation and noise, while maintaining sufficient performance for most all-day tasks, including games in Full HD and 1440p. The peculiarity of Silent Mode is that it does not just limit frequencies - it optimizes the behavior of the fans and reduces noise to the level of the acoustic background. This is an ideal option for night work or gaming without headphones, when it is important to maintain silence in the room.

Finally, the regime user mode Allows you to fully customize the settings manually. The user can set their own values ​​for frequencies, power limits and voltage, as well as customize the fan rotation curves. In this mode, advanced features are available, including OC Scanner - a built-in automatic overclocking function that tests stability and selects the optimal parameters for a specific card. This is especially convenient for those who want to get the most out of their hardware, but do not want to deal with manual selection of parameters.

To test the ASUS GeForce RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming OC Edition 16 GB graphics card, we used a powerful and reliable ASUS ROG STRIX 1000W 80 PLUS Platinum power supply. This is a top-end solution from ASUS, aimed at high-performance gaming and work builds. The device is certified according to the 80 PLUS Platinum standard, which guarantees a high level of energy efficiency even under significant loads - efficiency exceeds 90% under typical conditions. This is especially important during long gaming sessions or stress tests, when the power consumption of the entire system can increase sharply. A power of 1000 W is more than enough not only for the RTX 5060 Ti, but also for any top-end processors - up to AMD Ryzen 9 and Intel Core i9.

The quality of the components and the features of the power supply lines deserve special attention. The unit uses exclusively Japanese capacitors with a temperature tolerance of up to 105 ° C, and also fully supports modern ATX 3.0 and PCIe 5.0 standards. This is critically important, since the RTX 5060 Ti is equipped with a new 16-pin (12VHPWR) power connector, which requires special stability and strict adherence to current supply standards. The STRIX 1000W unit already supports this type of connection out of the box without adapters, via a modular cable included in the kit. This guarantees a reliable connection without the risk of overheating, which is especially important given the difficulties that RTX 40 series users previously encountered with low-quality adapters.

Thanks to the fully modular design and clearly labeled cables, installing the STRIX unit was simple and convenient. Cable management was a breeze: the bundle includes long, tightly braided cables with excellent flexibility, which made it easy to lay them in the case. The PSU fan is quiet and efficient, and at low loads it turns off completely thanks to the 0dB mode. When testing with the RTX 5060 Ti, the unit did not make the slightest noise even when the card was fully loaded. The result is not only flawlessly stable operation, but also a quiet, comfortable system ready for the most demanding scenarios - from rendering to 4K gaming.

GAMES

 

All games were taken at the discretion of the editors, from the point of view of why this new product could be purchased now. For a long time now we have not accepted synthetics at all; we are only interested in games:

 

Cyberpunk 2077 2.2

  Video cards were tested at resolution 1910x1080 with maximum graphics quality settings.

 

 

 

Here the difference between the modes is obvious. In native rendering the map shows 30 FPS, which makes the game conditionally playable. With DLSS (Quality mode) activated, performance increases dramatically to 58 FPS, and in DLSS + MFG mode (Frame Generation) - up to 182 FPS. This is a stunning leap, highlighting the importance of NVIDIA's neural network technologies. AMD cards do not support FG, so even RX 7900 XTX is not capable of approaching such a level under similar conditions.

 

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

 

  Video cards were tested at resolution 1910x1080 with maximum graphics quality settings.

 

 

 

The tests show that the game is clearly optimized for NVIDIA technologies. In the native version — total 28 FPS, with DLSS — 38 FPS, and when DLSS + MFG is activated - 129 FPS, making this card virtually the only mid-range solution that allows you to comfortably play with tracing enabled. None of the AMD cards are capable of delivering a similar result, and the 4060 Ti shows only ~95FPS with FG. This is another example where Frame Generation radically improves gameplay.

 

The Talos Principle Reawakened

 

  Video cards were tested at resolution 1910x1080 with maximum graphics quality settings.

 

 

Simulators and puzzle games require precise frame syncing. The RTX 5060 Ti TUF delivers 59 FPS on average and 51 FPS minimum, confidently outpacing all other cards, including the RX 7700 XT (54 FPS). The RTX 4060 Ti and 2080 Ti are again behind, and the RX 6700 XT clearly can't cope - 39 FPS, with dips up to 35. This is a clear example of how faster memory and architecture allow for better responsiveness even without DLSS.

Kingdom Come Deliverance II

  Video cards were tested at resolution 1910x1080 with maximum graphics quality settings.

 

 

 

TUF 5060 Ti Leads the Way 55 FPS, even beating the RX 7700 XT (51 FPS) and RTX 4060 Ti (52 FPS). The gap in minimum FPS is especially important: 44 frames versus 40 for AMD. The outdated RTX 2080 Ti and RX 6700 XT are noticeably inferior (up to 8 FPS difference). For an RPG with a large open world and heavy geometry, such figures provide stable gameplay without drops when changing locations.

 

Assassin’s Creed Shadows

  Video cards were tested at resolution 1910x1080 with maximum graphics quality settings.

 

 

 

RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming Reveals 41 FPS on average and 35 FPS minimum, beating the PRIME version of the same model by 1 frame. It confidently leads among all the presented solutions, including the RX 7700 XT (38 FPS) and RTX 4060 Ti (35 FPS). Even the older RTX 2080 Ti is noticeably inferior. This indicates good optimization for the Ada architecture and efficient work with the API in the latest Ubisoft games. The advantage over AMD is about 7–8 FPS, which is critical for stability in dynamic scenes.

 

The Last of Us Part II Remastered

  Video cards were tested at resolution 1910x1080 with maximum graphics quality settings.

 

 

 

One of the best test results: the card from ASUS confidently delivers 95 FPS on average, with 85 FPS minimum — this is basically the level of the RTX 4070. It beats the RTX 4060 Ti by 10 frames and the RX 7700 XT by 11. Even the 2080 Ti, the former flagship, is 18 FPS behind on average. This confirms that the RTX 5060 Ti TUF is a great solution for heavy AAA games without having to sacrifice image quality.

 

steel seed

  Video cards were tested at resolution 1910x1080 with maximum graphics quality settings.

 

 

Here the RX 7700 XT pulls ahead with 65 FPS, but the RTX 5060 Ti TUF is not far away — 62 FPS, with a virtually identical minimum score. It beats the 4060 Ti by 8 FPS, and the RX 6700 XT is on 20 FPS, which is especially critical for dynamic games with intensive graphics. Despite lagging behind the older AMD solution, the ASUS card provides excellent stability with a smaller thermal package.

The Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion Remastered

 

  Video cards were tested at resolution 1910x1080 with maximum graphics quality settings.

 

 

 

Here the game puts a heavy load on shader performance. The RTX 5060 Ti TUF remains the leader with 35 FPS, beating even the RX 7700 XT. The RTX 4060 Ti and 2080 Ti lag noticeably, especially in minimum FPS. The RX 6700 XT is a clear failure — 17 FPS average, which makes the game unplayable. The difference between the Ada and RDNA architectures becomes especially noticeable here.

 

Clair Obscur Expedition 33

 

  Video cards were tested at resolution 1910x1080 with maximum graphics quality settings.

 

 

Here's the RTX 5060 Ti TUF showing off 56 FPS on average and 50 FPS minimum, on par with the RX 7700 XT (55 FPS), but with a better minimum. This means that scenes with intense effects do not cause dips in frame rate. The RTX 4060 Ti and RTX 2080 Ti are about 6-9 FPS behind. The AMD RX 6700 XT loses significantly in both the average and minimum, with figures of 39 FPS и 35 FPS respectively. This confirms the advantage of GDDR7 and Ada architectural improvements in new designs.

CONCLUSION

Overview of the video card ASUS GeForce RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming OC Edition 16 GB showed that in front of us is - a balanced, highly efficient and technologically advanced solution for gamers, content creators, and enthusiasts. It combines powerful hardware based on NVIDIA's new architecture, fast GDDR7 memory, a modern 16-pin power connector, and an effective cooling system, all housed in a robust TUF case. The card's design, package, and software GPU Tweak III allows you to flexibly adapt it to any scenario - from quiet office work to extreme overclocking. Separately, it is worth noting the well-thought-out BIOS switch and factory overclocking, which provides a performance increase without user intervention.

Based on the results of synthetic and gaming tests, the RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming consistently holds the lead among its closest competitors. In most modern games, it shows an advantage over the RTX 4060 Ti and RX 7700 XT in both average and minimum FPS. Its strengths are especially noticeable in projects with support DLSS 4 and Frame Generation, where the video card demonstrates double and even triple increase in productivity compared to native rendering. This sets it apart from AMD solutions that lack these technologies. Thanks to 16 GB of next-generation memory, the card feels confident even in heavy games with ultra-textures, including The Last of Us Part II, Cyberpunk 2077 и Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

As for temperatures and power consumption, the ASUS TUF also performed flawlessly. Even under full load in FurMark, the temperature does not exceed 62 ° C, and energy consumption is within reasonable limits 180 W, which indicates the high efficiency of the power supply and cooling system. This makes the card ideal for assemblies in cases with limited ventilation or for those who do not want to hear unnecessary noise from the system. The use of a high-quality ASUS STRIX 1000W power supply unit made it possible to reveal the potential of the card without restrictions on power, voltage or stability.

As a result The RTX 5060 Ti TUF Gaming OC Edition is more than just a logical evolution of the RTX 4060 Ti, but a real upgrade in the level of comfortable performance at Full HD and 1440p. It provides the necessary reserve for the future with 16 GB of VRAM, support for all modern APIs, DLSS 4 and PCIe 5.0, and at the same time does not require exotic cooling or power. If you are building a system with an eye on the next 3-4 years and want to play the latest games at high settings with ray tracing and minimal FPS drops, then this card is one of the best options in the current generation.