GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU vs L2

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.

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU vs L2 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 9800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

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GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU vs L2: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each GPU makes more sense in practice: raw FPS, VRAM, features, power draw, pricing, and long-term headroom.

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023

Why buy it

✅+218.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (8 GB vs 4 GB).
✅Better long-term bet: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm gives it a newer hardware base for upcoming games.
✅Draws 160W instead of 275W, a 115W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 2.7 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $2,000 MSRP).

L2

2023

Why buy it

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 2.7 vs 0 G3D/$ ($2,000 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (5,467 vs 17,400).
❌Less VRAM, with 4 GB vs 8 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
❌GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the safer long-term pick here because the hardware is newer and the feature stack is stronger.
❌71.9% higher power demand at 275W vs 160W.

Quick Answers

Which GPU is faster for gaming right now?

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the faster gaming card right now based on the synthetic data we have. It leads by 218.3% in PassMark G3D (17,400 vs 5,467), which is the best performance signal available in this matchup.

Which GPU is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond. The case is simple: 8 GB vs 4 GB of VRAM and the newer feature stack, with DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023) and DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023), while L2 is limited to no meaningful modern upscaling stack and no comparable frame-generation support. That gives it more room for heavier textures and higher settings over time.

Which GPU is the better buy today?

L2 makes the most sense today based on the pricing and value data we have for this matchup. If you are mainly targeting 1080p and some 1440p, L2 is the easier value choice. If you care more about 1080p and lighter 1440p headroom, GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU has the stronger long-term case.

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU vs L2 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

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.

L2

The L2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 16 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1440 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 11776 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 275W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 92 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,467 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU scores 17,400 versus the L2's 5,467 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU leads by 218.3%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is built on Ada Lovelace while the L2 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 11,776 (L2). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 59.35 TFLOPS (L2). Boost clocks: 2535 MHz vs 2520 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 92 (L2) with 136 Tensor cores vs 368.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
G3D Mark Score	17,400+218%	5,467
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	4352	11776+171%
Compute (TFLOPS)	22.06 TFLOPS	59.35 TFLOPS+169%
Boost Clock	2535 MHz	2520 MHz
ROPs	48	128+167%
TMUs	136	368+171%
L1 Cache	4.3 MB	11.5 MB+167%
L2 Cache	32 MB	96 MB+200%
Ray Tracing Cores	34	92+171%
Tensor Cores	136	368+171%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The clearest feature edge for the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is support for DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation. In games that support it, that can smooth out motion and lift perceived FPS. The L2 does not have comparable native support in the same tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU gets NVIDIA DLSS, which still tends to look cleaner in motion. The L2 leans on FSR, which is flexible and widely supported, but usually a bit rougher at the same settings.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU has 8 GB of VRAM, while the L2 carries 4 GB. GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU gives you 100% more memory capacity, which matters more once you move into heavier textures, mods, or higher resolutions. Memory bus width is 128-bit on the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU and 128-bit on the L2. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 96 MB (L2) — the L2 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+100%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	32 MB	96 MB+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 12_2 (L2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12_2
Max Displays	4	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs NVENC 8th Gen (L2). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (L2).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
Encoder	NVENC (8th Gen)	NVENC 8th Gen
Decoder	NVDEC (5th Gen)	NVDEC 5th Gen
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9	H.264,H.265,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU draws 160W versus the L2's 275W — a 52.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 350W (L2). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
TDP	160W-42%	275W
Recommended PSU	650W	350W-46%
Power Connector	Mobile	PCIe-powered
Length	—	168mm
Height	—	69mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	108.8+447%	19.9