The MSI RTX 5060 Ti 8GB graphics card has reached a new price low, dropping to $330 at Newegg. This price point is not only significantly below its original MSRP of $379 but also makes it cheaper than any available RTX 5060 models and the RX 9060 XT. The current deal requires a Newegg login for an additional $50 discount.
Performance benchmarks indicate that the RTX 5060 Ti 8GB offers competitive gaming performance at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. In tests such as Black Myth Wukong at 1080p High settings, it achieved 74 average FPS, surpassing the RTX 5060 and closely matching the RX 9060 XT 8GB. For Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p RT Ultra, it delivered 52 average FPS, outperforming the RTX 5060 and RTX 4060 Ti 8GB. Across various demanding titles like F1 24, Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition, and Total War: Warhammer 3, the RTX 5060 Ti 8GB consistently provided superior or comparable frame rates to its similarly priced competitors.
While 8GB of VRAM might raise concerns in 2025, testing shows it remains capable for current gaming demands, especially when compared to less performant 8GB cards. The significantly more expensive 16GB variant of the RTX 5060 Ti offers a substantial performance uplift, but at this $330 price, the 8GB model presents a compelling value proposition. It is now considered one of the best value GPUs, nearly dethroning the RX 9060 XT 16GB from that position.
The performance difference between the RTX 5060 Ti 8GB and the much cheaper RTX 5050 8GB is notable, with the former costing only $40 more but offering considerably higher frame rates. However, for users already equipped with an RTX 4060 Ti or a higher-tier card, this upgrade may not represent a significant leap. The report suggests that for those seeking a more substantial upgrade, cards like the RX 9070 GRE at around $550 might be a better consideration. For gamers looking for an affordable boost to their frame rates, the RTX 5060 Ti 8GB at its current price is a strong contender.