NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 & RTX 5050 GPUs Set to Enter Entry-Level Gaming Market in April
NVIDIA is gearing up to expand its RTX 50 series lineup, targeting the mainstream and entry-level gaming segments with its upcoming GeForce RTX 5060 and RTX 5050 graphics cards. This development follows shortly after the recent reveal of the higher-tier RTX 5060 Ti in both 16 GB and 8 GB variants. According to sources, the upcoming GeForce RTX 5060 GPU will utilize the "PG162 SKU 25" PCB design and offer up to 8 GB of memory. This model aims squarely at the mid-range segment, likely positioned around a $299 US price point. The RTX 5060 is set for a launch in the latter half of April, shortly after the debut of the RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB, which is expected in early April.
GeForce RTX 5050 Targets Entry-Level Segment, Competes With Intel Arc B580
In addition to the RTX 5060, NVIDIA will also introduce the GeForce RTX 5050, aimed at capturing the entry-level market. Expected pricing for this GPU could range between $199 and $249 US, positioning it directly against Intel’s competitive Arc B580 GPU, and potentially upcoming AMD products in the same price bracket.
The RTX 5050 will similarly feature an 8 GB memory configuration, though with a slightly reduced TBP of 135W to 145W, about 10W lower than its RTX 5060 counterpart. Further specific details, such as the GPU core or PCB design for the RTX 5050, are yet to be confirmed, but additional information is expected closer to the announcement.
Industry Insider Confirms Announcement Timeline
MEGAsizeGPU recently confirmed that NVIDIA plans to officially announce the RTX 5060 series within approximately 10 days, with retail availability scheduled for April. This expanded lineup signifies NVIDIA’s renewed focus on the accessible gaming segment, delivering affordable options for gamers seeking entry-level and mainstream solutions.
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