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NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB vs AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT: Comparison
What is the difference between NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 and AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700?
On vram the spread is 25%, NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 16 GB against AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 12 GB, so NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 takes it. Measured rather than claimed: in Blender Cycles (GPU) the NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 returns 4,309 against 2,084 over 654 runs, a 52% lead. Slot width runs the same way, 2 on the NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 versus 3 on the AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700, another win for NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060.
NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 vs AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700: which one fits your build
The NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 suits gamers targeting the resolution this mainstream tier is built for, though it is not the pick for 4K/high-refresh gamers if this card's tier sits below High-End. It also earns its place with builders who want 16GB of VRAM without moving up a tier. It is the wrong buy for buyers who need the absolute best price-to-performance and should compare street prices first. Buy the AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 for gamers targeting the resolution this mainstream tier is built for, though it is the wrong buy for 4K/high-refresh gamers if this card's tier sits below High-End. The same goes for builders who want 12GB of VRAM without moving up a tier. Avoid it for buyers who need the absolute best price-to-performance and should compare street prices first.
Frequently asked questions
Do the NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 and AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 differ on tdp?
Yes. TDP reads 180 W on the NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 versus 245 W on the AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700.
Is the Ray Tracing Support the same on the NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 and AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700?
It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
GPU Brand
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- NVIDIA
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- AMD
Series
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- GeForce RTX 50
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- Radeon RX 7000
Board Partner
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- MSI
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- XFX
VRAM
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- 16 GBBest
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- 12 GB-25%
Tier
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- Mainstream
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- Mainstream
Memory Type
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- GDDR7Best
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- GDDR6
Boost Clock
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- 2662 MHzBest
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- 2599 MHz-2%
Ray Tracing Support
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- Yes
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- Yes
TDP
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- 180 WBest
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- 245 W-36%
Architecture
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- Blackwell (GB206)
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- RDNA 3 (Navi 32)
Card Length
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- 280 mmBest
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- 305 mm-9%
Slot Width
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- 2Best
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- 3-50%
Shader Units
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- 4608
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- 3456
MSRP
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- $429
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- $449
Benchmarks
- 3D Rendering
Blender Cycles (GPU)
- NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
- 4,309Best
- AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
- 2,084-52%
Blender 4.5, Blender Open Data (CC0). Median of monster + junkshop + classroom, combined samples/min.
Renders a 3D scene on the graphics card. Shows speed in Blender and similar 3D apps, not in games.
Which one should you pick?
Choose NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB if you want the higher VRAM (16 GB vs 12 GB), the higher boost clock (2662 MHz vs 2599 MHz) and the lower TDP (180 W vs 245 W).
Choose AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $429.00 View on Consumercarts listing | $449.00 View on Consumercarts listing |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
NVIDIA MSI Gaming X Slim GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid mainstream pick if its price and 16GB VRAM allocation match your target resolution.
AMD XFX Speedster QICK 319 Radeon RX 7700 XT
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid mainstream pick if its price and 12GB VRAM allocation match your target resolution.