GeForce GT 635 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
GeForce GT 635
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GT 635 is positioned at rank #152 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 635
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is significantly newer (2023 vs 2010). The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 635 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2696.4% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 635.
| Insight | GeForce GT 635 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2696.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2696.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $380 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 47.2% better value per dollar than the GeForce GT 635.
| Insight | GeForce GT 635 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+47.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($380) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 635 and GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
GeForce GT 635
The GeForce GT 635 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 810 points. Launch price was $279.
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2535 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,651 points. Launch price was $399.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GT 635 scores 810 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 22,651 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti leads by 2696.4%. The GeForce GT 635 is built on Fermi while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti uses Ada Lovelace, both on 40 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 352 (GeForce GT 635) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Raw compute: 0.8554 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 635) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti).
| Feature | GeForce GT 635 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 810 | 22,651+2696% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 352 | 4352+1136% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8554 TFLOPS | 22.06 TFLOPS+2479% |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 44 | 136+209% |
| L1 Cache | 0.69 MB | 4.3 MB+523% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 32 MB+6300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce GT 635 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce GT 635 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 635 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GT 635) vs 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 635 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 8 GB+1500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 288 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 32 MB+6300% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 635) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GT 635 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 635) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 635) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti).
| Feature | GeForce GT 635 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (1st Gen) | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP5 | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 635 draws 200W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 160W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 200W (GeForce GT 635) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin. Card length: 145mm vs 240mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 635 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 160W-20% |
| Recommended PSU | 200W-64% | 550W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | 145mm | 240mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 70°C-7% |
| Perf/Watt | 4.0 | 141.6+3440% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 635 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $380. The GeForce GT 635 costs 94.7% less ($360 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 40.5 (GeForce GT 635) vs 59.6 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 47.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GT 635 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-75% | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-95% | $380 |
| Performance per Dollar | 40.5 | 59.6+47% |
| Codename | GF100 | AD106 |
| Release | May 31 2010 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #618 | #59 |
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