Rumors are circulating that Nvidia’s budget-friendly RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti graphics cards, highly anticipated by gamers, might be facing further delays. While Nvidia has yet to officially announce these GPUs, leaks from sources claiming affiliation with Nvidia’s add-in board (AIB) partners suggest a potential shift in the release schedule.
According to reports from Board Channels, a website known for insider information, the RTX 5060 Ti, in both its 8GB and 16GB variants, is now expected to launch in mid-April. The RTX 5060 is rumored to follow suit in mid-May. These purported delays, reportedly communicated by Nvidia to its AIB partners, leave gamers facing an extended wait for the new RTX 50-series GPUs.
RTX 4060 Ti sitting next to the RTX 4070.
Initial leaks had pointed towards a March release for the RTX 5060. While that timeframe seems unlikely now, a delay of a month and a half for the RTX 5060 and even longer for the 5060 Ti could disappoint many eager gamers. This delay also provides a window of opportunity for AMD to potentially launch its competing RX 9060, although details on its release date and specifications remain unconfirmed.
Speculation and Uncertainty Surrounding the RTX 5060 Series
There’s been considerable debate among leakers regarding the RTX 5060’s specifications. While some suggest a potential 12GB of VRAM, which would be a significant upgrade, it seems less probable. The RTX 5060 Ti, like its predecessors, is expected to come in two variants: 16GB and 8GB. Leaked specifications indicate a modest improvement over the previous generation, suggesting a relatively small performance jump.
The xx60 series cards have historically dominated the Steam Hardware Survey charts, demonstrating the potential for success for the upcoming RTX 5060 and 5060 Ti. However, these continued delays might lead potential buyers to explore alternative options.
In conclusion, while the official launch dates and specifications remain unconfirmed by Nvidia, these rumors of further delays for the RTX 5060 and 5060 Ti add to the anticipation and uncertainty surrounding these budget-friendly GPUs. The potential impact on market dynamics and consumer choices remains to be seen.
