The latest iteration of ASUS’s graphics card lineup brings something new to the table. Building on the foundation of its predecessors, the newly introduced Dual GeForce RTX 5060 Ti EVO 16G showcases a refined design. While this new version may look similar to its siblings at first glance, a closer inspection reveals several unique features that set it apart.
The Evolution of the Dual RTX 5060 Ti
ASUS has quietly launched the Dual RTX 5060 Ti EVO 16G, marking an evolution of the existing GeForce RTX 5060 Ti lineup. This “EVO” edition comes with a series of modifications that distinguish it from the non-EVO versions. The card maintains the familiar dual-fan setup but features a redesigned heatsink. Notably, the heat pipes are now concealed, and the heatsink fins have been vertically aligned, resulting in a more compact form factor. The card’s thickness has been reduced from 2.5-slot to 2.1-slot, shaving off approximately 12 mm in total, and its overall length is 4 mm shorter than its predecessors.
Key Design Changes
The power connector has been repositioned to the left side, close to the I/O, which is a departure from the conventional design adopted by most vendors. Additionally, ASUS opted to remove the ASUS GPU Guard from the EVO model, a feature present in non-EVO versions to enhance corner stability and reduce cracking risk. The card also lacks the Dual-BIOS switch and has a shorter PCIe interface, which is similar to the GIGABYTE RTX 5060 Ti 16G WindForce edition. This model uses a PCIe 5.0 x8 interface, differing from the typical PCIe 5.0 x16.
The Dual RTX 5060 Ti EVO 16G is engineered for compact systems, offering the same performance as its predecessors, despite its reduced PCIe interface size. While the shorter interface doesn’t impact performance, ASUS has yet to announce the pricing for this new card.