GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile
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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 RTX 2050 Mobile is positioned at rank #316 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 RTX 2050 Mobile
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 193.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-193.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+193.5%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile and GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile
The GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 17 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1185 MHz to 1477 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,717 points.
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 RTX 2050 Mobile scores 7,717 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 22,651 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti leads by 193.5%. The GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti uses Ada Lovelace, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Raw compute: 6.05 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1477 MHz vs 2535 MHz. Ray tracing: 32 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile) vs 34 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) with 256 Tensor cores vs 136.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,717 | 22,651+194% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 4352+113% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.05 TFLOPS | 22.06 TFLOPS+265% |
| Boost Clock | 1477 MHz | 2535 MHz+72% |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 64 | 136+113% |
| L1 Cache | 2.5 MB | 4.3 MB+72% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 32 MB+1500% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 32 | 34+6% |
| Tensor Cores | 256+88% | 136 |
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 RTX 2050 Mobile lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 112 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile) vs 288 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — a 157.1% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile) vs 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 112 GB/s | 288 GB/s+157% |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 32 MB+1500% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8.0 (GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP11 vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8.0 | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP11 | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile draws 45W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 160W — a 112.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Power connectors: Mobile vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 240mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 45W-72% | 160W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 240mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 171.5+21% | 141.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $380 |
| Codename | GA107 | AD106 |
| Release | December 17 2021 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #349 | #59 |
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