GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB vs GeForce RTX 4060
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060
Why is GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB better than GeForce RTX 4060?
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti delivers approximately 16-25% better gaming performance than the RTX 4060, with larger gains at 1440p and 4K resolutions. With 4352 CUDA cores versus 3072 and higher FP32 throughput at 22.6 TFLOPS versus 15.1, the Ti variant handles demanding games more comfortably.
At 1080p the difference is about 22%, but at 1440p and 4K the gap widens to 31% in titles like Cyberpunk 2077. Both cards share 8GB GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, though the Ti also offers a 16GB variant for more demanding workloads.
For 1080p esports and lighter gaming, the RTX 4060 offers excellent value with only 115W TDP. However, for 1440p gaming or demanding AAA titles at high settings, the RTX 4060 Ti's additional $100 investment delivers substantially better frame rates and headroom for future games.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 16.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (16 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 4060.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+16.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-16.2%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $299 versus $449 for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB, it costs 33% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 29.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+29.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($449) | ✅More affordable ($299) |
Performance Check
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 7800X3D 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB and GeForce RTX 4060
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB 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 165W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,713 points. Launch price was $499.
GeForce RTX 4060
The GeForce RTX 4060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1830 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 24 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,548 points. Launch price was $299.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB scores 22,713 versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 19,548 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB leads by 16.2%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060). Boost clocks: 2535 MHz vs 2460 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs 24 (GeForce RTX 4060) with 136 Tensor cores vs 96.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 22,713+16% | 19,548 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 4352+42% | 3072 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 22.06 TFLOPS+46% | 15.11 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2535 MHz+3% | 2460 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| TMUs | 136+42% | 96 |
| L1 Cache | 4.3 MB+43% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB+33% | 24 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 34+42% | 24 |
| Tensor Cores | 136+42% | 96 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
Both cards support modern Frame Generation technology, allowing them to insert intermediate frames to smoothen motion and boost perceived FPS in supported games.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) — a 5.9% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 288 GB/s+6% | 272 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB+33% | 24 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB draws 165W versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 115W — a 35.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 8-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 240mm, occupying 2.2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 73°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 165W | 115W-30% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 550W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 8-pin |
| Length | 240mm | 240mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2.2 | 2-9% |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C-11% | 73°C |
| Perf/Watt | 137.7 | 170.0+23% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $449, while the GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 and now averages $299. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 33.4% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 50.6 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) vs 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 29.2% better value.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $299-40% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $449 | $299-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 50.6 | 65.4+29% |
| Codename | AD106 | AD107 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #56 | #84 |
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