AMD Radeon 680M vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GB205 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Radeon 680M compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 in average benchmark score?

A: The Radeon 680M has an average benchmark score of 15,270, while the RTX 5060 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database (average score of 0). The 680M sits at the 57th percentile of all GPUs, whereas the RTX 5060 is at the 50th percentile.

Q: What are the nearest rivals to the Radeon 680M in performance?

A: The 680M's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (average score 15,283, delta -0.1%), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (average score 15,290, delta -0.1%), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (average score 15,199, delta +0.5%), and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 (average score 15,171, delta +0.7%).

Q: Which GPU has a higher transistor count?

A: The RTX 5060 uses 31,100 million transistors on a 263 mm² die, while the Radeon 680M uses 13,100 million transistors on a 208 mm² die. The RTX 5060 also has a higher transistor density at 118.3M per mm² versus 63.0M per mm².

Q: What are the memory specifications of each GPU?

A: The Radeon 680M uses system-shared memory with bandwidth described as system dependent. The RTX 5060 has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus with 448.0 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the power consumption difference?

A: The Radeon 680M has a TDP of 50 W and uses no power connectors. The RTX 5060 has a TDP of 145 W and uses a single 8-pin connector, with a suggested PSU of 300 W.

Q: Do both GPUs support the same API levels?

A: Yes, both support DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Radeon 680M is based on RDNA 2.0 architecture, built on TSMC's 6 nm process. It belongs to the Navi II IGP generation (Rembrandt Mobile) and uses the Rembrandt+ chip. The die measures 208 mm² and contains 13,100 million transistors. This is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) with a slot width listed as IGP, meaning it is designed for portable devices where display outputs are device dependent.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GB205 uses Blackwell 2.0 architecture, fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm process. It is part of the GeForce 50-series generation and uses the GB205 chip. The die is larger at 263 mm² and packs 31,100 million transistors, giving it a notably higher transistor density of 118.3M per mm² compared to 63.0M per mm² on the 680M.

Core configuration differs substantially. The Radeon 680M has 768 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, 32 ROPs, and 12 ray tracing cores. It has no tensor cores. The RTX 5060 offers 3,840 shading units, 120 TMUs, 48 ROPs, 30 ray tracing cores, and 120 tensor cores. This represents a 5x increase in shading units and a 10x increase in tensor cores.

Clock behavior also differs. The 680M runs at a base clock of 2000 MHz and a boost clock of 2200 MHz. The RTX 5060 has a base clock of 2280 MHz and a boost of 2497 MHz. Memory clocks diverge sharply: the 680M uses system-shared memory, while the RTX 5060 operates at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed on GDDR7.

The RTX 5060 is a dual-slot discrete card measuring 241 mm in length, 111 mm in height, and 40 mm in width. It connects via PCIe 5.0 x8 and provides 1x HDMI 2.1b plus 3x DisplayPort 2.1b outputs. The 680M uses PCIe 4.0 x8 and has no fixed display outputs since it is portable-device dependent.

Production status for both is Active. The 680M released on January 2, 2023, with a predecessor of Vega II IGP and successor of Navi III IGP. The RTX 5060 has a release date of May 31, 2026, with GeForce 40 as predecessor and GeForce 60 as successor.

Where Each One Wins

The Radeon 680M wins on efficiency and integration. Its 50 W TDP makes it suitable for compact systems where power draw is constrained. The IGP form factor means no additional cooling or power cabling is required. Its benchmark data is established, with an average score of 15,270 and a 57th percentile ranking across all GPUs. The 680M has recorded scores in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 (378), Geekbench OpenCL (23,468), and Geekbench Vulkan (21,965).

The RTX 5060 wins on raw capability and feature set. Its 19.18 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is over 5x the 680M's 3.379 TFLOPS. The 8 GB GDDR7 memory with 448.0 GB/s bandwidth provides dedicated memory bandwidth, whereas the 680M depends on system memory. The RTX 5060's 120 tensor cores enable AI workloads that the 680M cannot handle. The Blackwell architecture also brings a newer generation feature set, and the 145 W TDP is paired with a 300 W suggested PSU, indicating a desktop-oriented design.

The RTX 5060 also wins on display connectivity with fixed HDMI and DisplayPort outputs. The 680M's output configuration is entirely dependent on the host device, which limits its use in systems with specific display requirements.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Radeon 680M | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 |

|---|---|---|

| Architecture | RDNA 2.0 | Blackwell 2.0 |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 5 nm |

| Transistors | 13,100 million | 31,100 million |

| Die Size | 208 mm² | 263 mm² |

| Transistor Density | 63.0M / mm² | 118.3M / mm² |

| Base Clock | 2000 MHz | 2280 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 2200 MHz | 2497 MHz |

| Memory Size | System Shared | 8 GB |

| Memory Type | System Shared | GDDR7 |

| Memory Bus | System Shared | 128 bit |

| Memory Bandwidth | System Dependent | 448.0 GB/s |

| Memory Clock | System Shared | 1750 MHz 28 Gbps effective |

| Shading Units | 768 | 3,840 |

| TMUs | 48 | 120 |

| ROPs | 32 | 48 |

| RT Cores | 12 | 30 |

| Tensor Cores | None | 120 |

| Pixel Rate | 70.40 GPixel/s | 119.9 GPixel/s |

| Texture Rate | 105.6 GTexel/s | 299.6 GTexel/s |

| FP32 | 3.379 TFLOPS | 19.18 TFLOPS |

| FP16 | 6.758 TFLOPS (2:1) | 19.18 TFLOPS (1:1) |

| TDP | 50 W | 145 W |

| Slot Width | IGP | Dual-slot |

| Power Connectors | None | 1x 8-pin |

| Suggested PSU | None | 300 W |

| Bus Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 | PCIe 5.0 x8 |

| Display Outputs | Portable Device Dependent | 1x HDMI 2.1b, 3x DisplayPort 2.1b |

| Launch MSRP | None | 299 USD |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between these two GPUs, and the RTX 5060 has zero recorded benchmark scores. The comparison therefore relies on the 680M's measured performance and the RTX 5060's theoretical specifications.

The 680M's average benchmark score of 15,270 places it in close competition with several established discrete GPUs. It trails the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 by 0.1% (15,283) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 by 0.1% (15,290). It leads the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM by 0.5% (15,199) and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 by 0.7% (15,171). These deltas are small, indicating the 680M performs in the same class as those cards despite being an integrated solution.

In individual tests, the 680M scores 378 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, 23,468 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 21,965 in Geekbench Vulkan. The RTX 5060 has no comparable recorded data.

The RTX 5060's specification sheet indicates a much higher theoretical ceiling. Its FP32 throughput of 19.18 TFLOPS is 5.7x the 680M's 3.379 TFLOPS. Texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s is 2.8x the 680M's 105.6 GTexel/s. Pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s is 1.7x the 680M's 70.40 GPixel/s. Memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is not directly comparable to the 680M's system-dependent bandwidth, but dedicated GDDR7 memory removes the bottleneck of contending with the CPU for system RAM.

The FP16 comparison is also stark. The 680M delivers 6.758 TFLOPS at a 2:1 ratio, while the RTX 5060 delivers 19.18 TFLOPS at a 1:1 ratio, meaning the RTX 5060 does not sacrifice FP32 throughput when processing FP16 workloads.

The Verdict

The data shows two GPUs aimed at different segments. The AMD Radeon 680M is an integrated part with a 50 W TDP, designed for portable devices where space and power are limited. Its benchmark results are established and place it alongside older discrete GPUs like the GTX 580 and RTX 2060, with a 57th percentile ranking. It is a proven performer for its class, but its system-shared memory and device-dependent outputs limit its flexibility.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is a discrete, dual-slot card with a 145 W TDP, 8 GB GDDR7 memory, and a 300 W suggested PSU. It targets desktop builds with dedicated power delivery and fixed display outputs. Its specifications suggest a large performance advantage over the 680M: 5x the shading units, 5.7x the FP32 throughput, 4x the texture rate, and 1.7x the pixel rate. The 120 tensor cores add AI capability that the 680M lacks entirely.

Buyers who need an integrated solution with minimal power draw and no additional connectors should consider the 680M. Its active production status and measured scores confirm it as a functional IGP. Buyers who require dedicated memory, high throughput, and modern display outputs should select the RTX 5060, whose 299 USD launch MSRP and Blackwell architecture reflect a current-generation discrete product. The lack of benchmark data for the RTX 5060 in the database means its real-world performance is not yet verified, but its specification sheet indicates it operates in a different performance tier.