GeForce GTX 275 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
GeForce GTX 275
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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 GTX 275 is positioned at rank #217 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 GTX 275
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is significantly newer (2023 vs 2009). The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 275 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1189.8% higher G3D Mark score and 814.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 896 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 275.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1189.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1189.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🏆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 | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 275 and GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
GeForce GTX 275
The GeForce GTX 275 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 15 2009. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 633 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,349 points. Launch price was $249.
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU 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: 17,400 points. Launch price was $399.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 275 scores 1,349 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 17,400 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU leads by 1189.8%. The GeForce GTX 275 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU uses Ada Lovelace, both on 55 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 240 (GeForce GTX 275) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 0.6739 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 275) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,349 | 17,400+1190% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 4352+1713% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6739 TFLOPS | 22.06 TFLOPS+3173% |
| ROPs | 28 | 48+71% |
| TMUs | 80 | 136+70% |
| L2 Cache | 0.22 MB | 32 MB+14445% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU 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 GTX 275 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 275 comes with 896 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU offers 814.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.22 MB (GeForce GTX 275) vs 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.875 GB | 8 GB+814% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 256 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.22 MB | 32 MB+14445% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 275) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11 (10_0) | 12 Ultimate+9% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GTX 275) vs NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 275) vs H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | NVENC (8th Gen) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | NVDEC (5th Gen) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 | H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 275 draws 219W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 160W — a 31.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 275) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 219W | 160W-27% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-15% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | Mobile |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 6.2 | 108.8+1655% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2009).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $249 | — |
| Codename | GT200B | AD106 |
| Release | January 15 2009 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #789 | #59 |
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