GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU vs Radeon 880M

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023Core: 2310 MHzBoost: 2535 MHz

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AMD

Radeon 880M

2024Core: 400 MHzBoost: 2900 MHz

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Performance Spectrum - 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

  • 312.4% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
  • 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.

Trade-offs

  • 966.7% higher power demand at 160W vs 15W.

Radeon 880M

2024

Why buy it

  • Draws 15W instead of 160W, a 145W reduction.
  • More future proof: RDNA 3.5 (2024−2025) on 4nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

  • Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
  • 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.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU better than Radeon 880M?
Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is clearly the better overall GPU here. GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU averages 312.4% more FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. You are also looking at 17,400 vs 7,729 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is a 2023 card with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation, while Radeon 880M is a 2024 model from an older generation with FSR upscaling. 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 125.1% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 8 GB instead of 4 GB, and better frame-generation support with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023) instead of FSR upscaling. 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 an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 312.4% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 125.1% higher G3D Mark. G3D-per-dollar is basically tied between them. 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, Radeon 880M still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.
When does Radeon 880M make more sense than GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU?
Yes. Radeon 880M is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (15W vs 160W), and staying closer to an unclear MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU currently gives you 125.1% higher G3D Mark and 312.4% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. G3D-per-dollar is basically tied between them.

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

Path of Exile 2

PresetGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
1080p
low177 FPS46 FPS
medium162 FPS30 FPS
high142 FPS22 FPS
ultra124 FPS12 FPS
1440p
low143 FPS32 FPS
medium118 FPS19 FPS
high101 FPS11 FPS
ultra93 FPS6 FPS
4K
low93 FPS12 FPS
medium79 FPS8 FPS
high66 FPS5 FPS
ultra59 FPS3 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
1080p
low416 FPS109 FPS
medium348 FPS76 FPS
high282 FPS51 FPS
ultra225 FPS36 FPS
1440p
low269 FPS78 FPS
medium226 FPS50 FPS
high188 FPS36 FPS
ultra154 FPS26 FPS
4K
low117 FPS33 FPS
medium97 FPS24 FPS
high82 FPS19 FPS
ultra64 FPS13 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
1080p
low783 FPS310 FPS
medium626 FPS272 FPS
high522 FPS205 FPS
ultra392 FPS168 FPS
1440p
low587 FPS227 FPS
medium470 FPS205 FPS
high392 FPS157 FPS
ultra294 FPS125 FPS
4K
low392 FPS135 FPS
medium313 FPS121 FPS
high261 FPS82 FPS
ultra196 FPS57 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
1080p
low775 FPS159 FPS
medium626 FPS125 FPS
high522 FPS105 FPS
ultra392 FPS82 FPS
1440p
low587 FPS112 FPS
medium470 FPS90 FPS
high392 FPS77 FPS
ultra294 FPS60 FPS
4K
low374 FPS66 FPS
medium313 FPS53 FPS
high261 FPS42 FPS
ultra196 FPS31 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU and Radeon 880M

NVIDIA

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.

AMD

Radeon 880M

The Radeon 880M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 15 2024. It features the RDNA 3.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 400 MHz to 2900 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 12 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,729 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU scores 17,400 versus the Radeon 880M's 7,729 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU leads by 125.1%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is built on Ada Lovelace while the Radeon 880M uses RDNA 3.5, both on 5 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 768 (Radeon 880M). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 4.454 TFLOPS (Radeon 880M). Boost clocks: 2535 MHz vs 2900 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 12 (Radeon 880M) with 136 Tensor cores.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
G3D Mark Score
17,400+125%
7,729
Architecture
Ada Lovelace
RDNA 3.5
Process Node
5 nm
4 nm
Shading Units
4352+467%
768
Compute (TFLOPS)
22.06 TFLOPS+395%
4.454 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
2535 MHz
2900 MHz+14%
ROPs
48+200%
16
TMUs
136+183%
48
L1 Cache
4.3 MB+3208%
0.13 MB
L2 Cache
32 MB+1500%
2 MB
Ray Tracing Cores
34+183%
12

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 Radeon 880M 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 Radeon 880M relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
Upscaling Tech
DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution
FSR Upscaling / FSR 4
Frame Generation
DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
Yes (DLSS 3.5)
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon 880M 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 System. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 2 MB (Radeon 880M) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
VRAM Capacity
8 GB+100%
4 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
256 GB/s
System
Bus Width
128-bit
System
L2 Cache
32 MB+1500%
2 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 12.2 (Radeon 880M). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
DirectX
12 Ultimate
12.2+2%
Vulkan
1.4
1.4
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 VCN 4.5 (Radeon 880M). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs VCN 4.5. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon 880M).

FeatureGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
Encoder
NVENC (8th Gen)
VCN 4.5
Decoder
NVDEC (5th Gen)
VCN 4.5
Codecs
H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU draws 160W versus the Radeon 880M's 15W — a 165.7% difference. The Radeon 880M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) vs 350W (Radeon 880M). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPURadeon 880M
TDP
160W
15W-91%
Recommended PSU
650W
350W-46%
Power Connector
Mobile
PCIe-powered
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
80°C
Perf/Watt
108.8
515.3+374%