GeForce RTX 5060 power consumption and electricity cost
The GeForce RTX 5060 has a rated board power of 145 W. In games it typically draws about 123 W (range 87–145 W) Estimate. Paired with a Ryzen 7 7800X3D and played 3 hours a day, the whole PC costs about €11.83 a month in Germany.
| Rated board power | 145 W |
|---|---|
| Typical gaming draw | 123 W |
| Light to heavy gaming | 87–145 W |
| Idle (desktop) | about 8 W |
| Recommended PSU with a Ryzen 7 7800X3D | 550 W |
| Released | 2025 |
Gaming draw is estimated from the rated board power (60% / 85% / 100% for light, typical and heavy loads). Measured this card with a wall meter? Share it.
Monthly electricity cost by region
Whole PC: GeForce RTX 5060, Ryzen 7 7800X3D, 27″ 1440p monitor, 80 Plus Gold. 3 hours of gaming and 2 hours of other use a day.
| Region | Price per kWh | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | €0.362 | €11.83 | €142 |
| Italy | €0.314 | €10.27 | €123 |
| Spain | €0.251 | €8.20 | €98.37 |
| France | €0.249 | €8.12 | €97.43 |
| United Kingdom | £0.263 | £8.60 | £103 |
| Netherlands | €0.244 | €7.98 | €95.66 |
| Poland | PLN 1.321 | PLN 43.18 | PLN 518 |
| California | $0.298 | $9.73 | $117 |
| Texas | $0.159 | $5.20 | $62.38 |
| New York | $0.287 | $9.37 | $112 |
| Florida | $0.150 | $4.90 | $58.77 |
Power limit and undervolt savings
At 3 hours of gaming a day in Germany. Performance kept is approximate.
| Power limit | Gaming draw | Speed kept | Saved per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90% | 111 W | 98% | €5.41 |
| 80% | 98 W | 96% | €10.83 |
| 70% | 86 W | 93% | €16.24 |
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Similar graphics cards
- GeForce RTX 5050 130 W
- GeForce RTX 3050 130 W
- Radeon RX 6600 132 W
- Arc B570 150 W
- GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 160 W
- GeForce RTX 2060 160 W
GeForce RTX 5060: common questions
How much power does the GeForce RTX 5060 use?
The GeForce RTX 5060 is rated at 145 W board power. In games it typically draws about 123 W, between roughly 87 W in light games and 145 W under heavy load, and about 8 W at the desktop. These gaming figures are estimates based on the rated board power.
What power supply do I need for the GeForce RTX 5060?
With a Ryzen 7 7800X3D we recommend a 550 W unit: the peak sustained load is about 382 W, plus 20% headroom for short spikes. A processor with a higher power limit may need a larger unit.
How much does it cost to run a GeForce RTX 5060 PC per month?
A whole PC with the GeForce RTX 5060, played 3 hours a day with 2 hours of other use, costs about €11.83 a month in Germany. The table above shows other countries and US states.
Can I lower the GeForce RTX 5060's power use?
Yes. Limiting it to about 80% power typically keeps around 96% of its performance and saves about €10.83 a year at 3 hours a day in Germany.
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