GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
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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.
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
2023Why buy it
- ✅+71.4% higher PassMark G3D performance.
- ✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
- ✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
Trade-offs
- ❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 4.3 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $2,345 MSRP).
- ❌122.2% higher power demand at 160W vs 72W.
L4
2023Why buy it
- ✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 4.3 vs 0 G3D/$ ($2,345 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
- ✅Draws 72W instead of 160W, a 88W reduction.
Trade-offs
- ❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (10,153 vs 17,400).
- ❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
- ❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
2023L4
2023Why buy it
- ✅+71.4% higher PassMark G3D performance.
- ✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
- ✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
Why buy it
- ✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 4.3 vs 0 G3D/$ ($2,345 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
- ✅Draws 72W instead of 160W, a 88W reduction.
Trade-offs
- ❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 4.3 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $2,345 MSRP).
- ❌122.2% higher power demand at 160W vs 72W.
Trade-offs
- ❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (10,153 vs 17,400).
- ❌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.
Quick Answers
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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.
Path of Exile 2
| Preset | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 177 FPS | 184 FPS |
| medium | 162 FPS | 162 FPS |
| high | 142 FPS | 134 FPS |
| ultra | 124 FPS | 86 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 143 FPS | 144 FPS |
| medium | 118 FPS | 121 FPS |
| high | 101 FPS | 92 FPS |
| ultra | 93 FPS | 58 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 93 FPS | 59 FPS |
| medium | 79 FPS | 51 FPS |
| high | 66 FPS | 38 FPS |
| ultra | 59 FPS | 33 FPS |
Counter-Strike 2
| Preset | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 416 FPS | 287 FPS |
| medium | 348 FPS | 231 FPS |
| high | 282 FPS | 182 FPS |
| ultra | 225 FPS | 157 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 269 FPS | 219 FPS |
| medium | 226 FPS | 169 FPS |
| high | 188 FPS | 139 FPS |
| ultra | 154 FPS | 114 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 117 FPS | 119 FPS |
| medium | 97 FPS | 95 FPS |
| high | 82 FPS | 81 FPS |
| ultra | 64 FPS | 66 FPS |
League of Legends
| Preset | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 783 FPS | 457 FPS |
| medium | 626 FPS | 366 FPS |
| high | 522 FPS | 305 FPS |
| ultra | 392 FPS | 228 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 587 FPS | 343 FPS |
| medium | 470 FPS | 274 FPS |
| high | 392 FPS | 228 FPS |
| ultra | 294 FPS | 171 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 392 FPS | 228 FPS |
| medium | 313 FPS | 183 FPS |
| high | 261 FPS | 152 FPS |
| ultra | 196 FPS | 114 FPS |
Valorant
| Preset | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p | ||
| low | 775 FPS | 375 FPS |
| medium | 626 FPS | 321 FPS |
| high | 522 FPS | 275 FPS |
| ultra | 392 FPS | 223 FPS |
| 1440p | ||
| low | 587 FPS | 285 FPS |
| medium | 470 FPS | 249 FPS |
| high | 392 FPS | 216 FPS |
| ultra | 294 FPS | 170 FPS |
| 4K | ||
| low | 374 FPS | 171 FPS |
| medium | 313 FPS | 144 FPS |
| high | 261 FPS | 118 FPS |
| ultra | 196 FPS | 93 FPS |
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU and L4
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
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.
L4
L4
The L4 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 21 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 795 MHz to 2040 MHz. It has 7424 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 72W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,153 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU scores 17,400 versus the L4's 10,153 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU leads by 71.4%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is built on Ada Lovelace while the L4 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 7,424 (L4). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 30.29 TFLOPS (L4). Boost clocks: 2535 MHz vs 2040 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 60 (L4) with 136 Tensor cores vs 240.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 17,400+71% | 10,153 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 4352 | 7424+71% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 22.06 TFLOPS | 30.29 TFLOPS+37% |
| Boost Clock | 2535 MHz+24% | 2040 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 80+67% |
| TMUs | 136 | 240+76% |
| L1 Cache | 4.3 MB | 7.5 MB+74% |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB | 48 MB+50% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 34 | 60+76% |
| Tensor Cores | 136 | 240+76% |
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 L4 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 L4 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 48 MB (L4) — the L4 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB | 48 MB+50% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 12.2 (L4). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (L4). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs 5th Gen NVDEC (4x). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (L4).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (8th Gen) | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC (5th Gen) | 5th Gen NVDEC (4x) |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU draws 160W versus the L4's 72W — a 75.9% difference. The L4 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 500W (L4). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | L4 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 72W-55% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 500W-23% |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 169mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 108.8 | 141.0+30% |
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