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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023

Why buy it

✅Draws 160W instead of 220W, a 60W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER across 45 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (136 vs 224), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 50.0 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $599 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

2024

Why buy it

✅15.5% more average FPS across 45 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.0 vs 0 G3D/$ ($599 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅64.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (224 vs 136).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌37.5% higher power demand at 220W vs 160W.

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

2024

Why buy it

✅Draws 160W instead of 220W, a 60W reduction.

Why buy it

✅15.5% more average FPS across 45 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.0 vs 0 G3D/$ ($599 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅64.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (224 vs 136).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER across 45 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (136 vs 224), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 50.0 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $599 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌37.5% higher power demand at 220W vs 160W.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER better than GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 15.5% more average FPS across 45 tracked games in our benchmark data, 72.2% higher PassMark G3D performance, 224 vs 136 Tensor cores, and 12 GB vs 8 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2024 instead of 2023, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2024 generation instead of 2023, 72.2% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 12 GB instead of 8 GB, and 64.7% more ray-tracing hardware. That leaves it with more room for heavier textures, tougher ray tracing loads, and higher-end 1440p or 4K gaming over the next few years.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is priced in an unclear MSRP range at $599 MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 15.5% more estimated average FPS across 45 tracked games in our benchmark data and 72.2% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%. That is why the better overall card still comes out as the smarter buy today, not just the faster one.

Is GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is still a strong modern gaming GPU: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. It remains a good buy when you can get it meaningfully cheaper than the alternative around an unclear MSRP, even if GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is still the cleaner recommendation on overall value today.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
1080p
low	177 FPS	183 FPS
medium	162 FPS	167 FPS
high	142 FPS	151 FPS
ultra	124 FPS	131 FPS
1440p
low	143 FPS	150 FPS
medium	118 FPS	124 FPS
high	101 FPS	110 FPS
ultra	93 FPS	101 FPS
4K
low	93 FPS	92 FPS
medium	79 FPS	78 FPS
high	66 FPS	65 FPS
ultra	59 FPS	58 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
1080p
low	409 FPS	574 FPS
medium	344 FPS	477 FPS
high	280 FPS	368 FPS
ultra	223 FPS	317 FPS
1440p
low	261 FPS	401 FPS
medium	217 FPS	327 FPS
high	180 FPS	262 FPS
ultra	147 FPS	221 FPS
4K
low	112 FPS	191 FPS
medium	91 FPS	155 FPS
high	76 FPS	132 FPS
ultra	59 FPS	110 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
1080p
low	783 FPS	921 FPS
medium	626 FPS	742 FPS
high	522 FPS	652 FPS
ultra	392 FPS	569 FPS
1440p
low	587 FPS	720 FPS
medium	470 FPS	578 FPS
high	392 FPS	497 FPS
ultra	294 FPS	427 FPS
4K
low	392 FPS	498 FPS
medium	313 FPS	403 FPS
high	261 FPS	352 FPS
ultra	196 FPS	296 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
1080p
low	775 FPS	857 FPS
medium	626 FPS	711 FPS
high	522 FPS	646 FPS
ultra	392 FPS	590 FPS
1440p
low	587 FPS	695 FPS
medium	470 FPS	576 FPS
high	392 FPS	507 FPS
ultra	294 FPS	455 FPS
4K
low	374 FPS	470 FPS
medium	313 FPS	402 FPS
high	261 FPS	361 FPS
ultra	196 FPS	321 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU and GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

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.

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1980 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 7168 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 56 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 29,958 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU scores 17,400 versus the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER's 29,958 — the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER leads by 72.2%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 7,168 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 35.48 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Boost clocks: 2535 MHz vs 2475 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 56 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) with 136 Tensor cores vs 224.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
G3D Mark Score	17,400	29,958+72%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	4352	7168+65%
Compute (TFLOPS)	22.06 TFLOPS	35.48 TFLOPS+61%
Boost Clock	2535 MHz+2%	2475 MHz
ROPs	48	80+67%
TMUs	136	224+65%
L1 Cache	4.3 MB	7 MB+63%
L2 Cache	32 MB	48 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	34	56+65%
Tensor Cores	136	224+65%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support modern Frame Generation technology, allowing them to insert intermediate frames to smooth motion and boost perceived FPS in supported games.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) — a 96.9% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	12 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6X
Memory Bandwidth	256 GB/s	504 GB/s+97%
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	32 MB	48 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
Encoder	NVENC (8th Gen)	NVENC 8th gen
Decoder	NVDEC (5th Gen)	NVDEC 5th gen
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9	AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU draws 160W versus the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER's 220W — a 31.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Power connectors: Mobile vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 70°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
TDP	160W-27%	220W
Recommended PSU	650W	650W
Power Connector	Mobile	16-pin (12VHPWR)
Length	—	245mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	70°C-13%
Perf/Watt	108.8	136.2+25%