GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU vs L2

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GPU

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023Core: 2310 MHzBoost: 2535 MHz

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L2

2023Core: 1440 MHzBoost: 2520 MHz

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Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

8 GB 160

17,400

+218.3%

GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1660

GeForce RTX 2080 Super with Max-Q Design

RTX 2000E Ada Generation

RTX 5000 Ada Generation Embedded GPU

GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile

GeForce RTX 5070

4 GB 275

5,467

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

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.

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

✅+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).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform 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).
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌71.9% higher power demand at 275W vs 160W.

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023

L2

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).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 160W instead of 275W, a 115W reduction.

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 G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 2.7 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $2,000 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).
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌71.9% higher power demand at 275W vs 160W.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU better than L2?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is clearly the better overall GPU here. You are also looking at 17,400 vs 5,467 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is a 2023 card with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation, while L2 is a 2023 model from an older generation with no meaningful modern upscaling stack. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.

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

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 218.3% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 8 GB instead of 4 GB, and better upscaling support with DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack and better frame-generation support with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. 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 4060 Laptop GPU is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus $2,000 MSRP, and you are getting 218.3% higher G3D Mark. L2 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, L2 still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

Is L2 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. L2 is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $2,000 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU earns that extra money with a clearly stronger gaming result and a more complete overall package.

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

L2 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
1080p
low	177 FPS	202 FPS
medium	162 FPS	190 FPS
high	142 FPS	160 FPS
ultra	124 FPS	119 FPS
1440p
low	143 FPS	180 FPS
medium	118 FPS	148 FPS
high	101 FPS	123 FPS
ultra	93 FPS	92 FPS
4K
low	93 FPS	88 FPS
medium	79 FPS	76 FPS
high	66 FPS	58 FPS
ultra	59 FPS	51 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU Open L2

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
1080p
low	409 FPS	246 FPS
medium	344 FPS	197 FPS
high	280 FPS	164 FPS
ultra	223 FPS	123 FPS
1440p
low	261 FPS	185 FPS
medium	217 FPS	148 FPS
high	180 FPS	123 FPS
ultra	147 FPS	92 FPS
4K
low	112 FPS	123 FPS
medium	91 FPS	98 FPS
high	76 FPS	82 FPS
ultra	59 FPS	62 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU Open L2

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
1080p
low	783 FPS	246 FPS
medium	626 FPS	197 FPS
high	522 FPS	164 FPS
ultra	392 FPS	123 FPS
1440p
low	587 FPS	185 FPS
medium	470 FPS	148 FPS
high	392 FPS	123 FPS
ultra	294 FPS	92 FPS
4K
low	392 FPS	123 FPS
medium	313 FPS	98 FPS
high	261 FPS	82 FPS
ultra	196 FPS	62 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU Open L2

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU	L2
1080p
low	775 FPS	246 FPS
medium	626 FPS	197 FPS
high	522 FPS	164 FPS
ultra	392 FPS	123 FPS
1440p
low	587 FPS	185 FPS
medium	470 FPS	148 FPS
high	392 FPS	123 FPS
ultra	294 FPS	92 FPS
4K
low	374 FPS	123 FPS
medium	313 FPS	98 FPS
high	261 FPS	82 FPS
ultra	196 FPS	62 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU Open L2

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU and L2

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)

A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is support for DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation. 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 L2 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The L2 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

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 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the L2 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. 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