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 Ti

2023

Why buy it

✅+15.1% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 56.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅Draws 160W instead of 300W, a 140W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (136 vs 280), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU

2025

Why buy it

✅11.2% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅105.9% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (280 vs 136).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (19,675 vs 22,651).
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 56.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
❌87.5% higher power demand at 300W vs 160W.

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

2023

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU

2025

Why buy it

✅+15.1% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 56.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅Draws 160W instead of 300W, a 140W reduction.

Why buy it

✅11.2% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅105.9% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (280 vs 136).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (136 vs 280), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (19,675 vs 22,651).
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 56.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
❌87.5% higher power demand at 300W vs 160W.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU better than GeForce RTX 4060 Ti?

Yes. GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 11.2% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data, 15.1% higher PassMark G3D performance, and 280 vs 136 Tensor cores. It also comes from 2025 instead of 2023, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2025 generation instead of 2023 and better upscaling support with DLSS 4 Super Resolution (2025) instead of DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023) and better frame-generation support with DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation (2025) instead of DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023). That broader feature stack should age better as more games lean on modern upscaling and frame-generation support.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus $399 MSRP, and you are getting 11.2% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data and a lower G3D Mark (19,675 vs 22,651). GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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 5070 Laptop GPU is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

Is GeForce RTX 4060 Ti still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p, very strong for 1440p, and still capable at 4K with sensible settings or upscaling. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $399 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, GeForce RTX 5070 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 Ti Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
1080p
low	177 FPS	181 FPS
medium	162 FPS	166 FPS
high	142 FPS	145 FPS
ultra	124 FPS	126 FPS
1440p
low	143 FPS	146 FPS
medium	118 FPS	121 FPS
high	101 FPS	104 FPS
ultra	93 FPS	95 FPS
4K
low	93 FPS	92 FPS
medium	79 FPS	78 FPS
high	66 FPS	65 FPS
ultra	59 FPS	58 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
1080p
low	425 FPS	647 FPS
medium	359 FPS	528 FPS
high	292 FPS	410 FPS
ultra	237 FPS	362 FPS
1440p
low	270 FPS	480 FPS
medium	229 FPS	391 FPS
high	186 FPS	322 FPS
ultra	154 FPS	257 FPS
4K
low	117 FPS	246 FPS
medium	95 FPS	206 FPS
high	77 FPS	184 FPS
ultra	60 FPS	156 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
1080p
low	855 FPS	885 FPS
medium	693 FPS	708 FPS
high	609 FPS	590 FPS
ultra	510 FPS	443 FPS
1440p
low	660 FPS	664 FPS
medium	527 FPS	531 FPS
high	452 FPS	443 FPS
ultra	382 FPS	332 FPS
4K
low	447 FPS	443 FPS
medium	355 FPS	354 FPS
high	308 FPS	295 FPS
ultra	255 FPS	221 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
1080p
low	775 FPS	858 FPS
medium	639 FPS	708 FPS
high	558 FPS	590 FPS
ultra	492 FPS	443 FPS
1440p
low	613 FPS	664 FPS
medium	503 FPS	531 FPS
high	435 FPS	443 FPS
ultra	378 FPS	332 FPS
4K
low	375 FPS	443 FPS
medium	322 FPS	354 FPS
high	298 FPS	295 FPS
ultra	255 FPS	221 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 Ti and GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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: 22,651 points. Launch price was $399.

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU

The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2295 MHz to 2452 MHz. It has 8960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 70 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,675 points. Launch price was $749.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti scores 22,651 versus the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU's 19,675 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti leads by 15.1%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU uses Blackwell 2.0, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 8,960 (GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 43.94 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU). Boost clocks: 2535 MHz vs 2452 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 70 (GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU) with 136 Tensor cores vs 280.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
G3D Mark Score	22,651+15%	19,675
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	4352	8960+106%
Compute (TFLOPS)	22.06 TFLOPS	43.94 TFLOPS+99%
Boost Clock	2535 MHz+3%	2452 MHz
ROPs	48	96+100%
TMUs	136	280+106%
L1 Cache	4.3 MB	8.8 MB+105%
L2 Cache	32 MB	48 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	34	70+106%
Tensor Cores	136	280+106%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support Frame Generation, but the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU is on a newer tier with DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti tops out at DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation.The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU supports the newer DLSS 4 Super Resolution, whereas the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is capped at DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	DLSS 4 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation+14%
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	Yes (DLSS 4)+14%
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 384 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU) — a 33.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 48 MB (GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU) — the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR7
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s	384 GB/s+33%
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	32 MB	48 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
DirectX	12.2	12.2
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+300%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 9th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs 6th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Encoder	8th Gen NVENC	9th Gen NVENC
Decoder	5th Gen NVDEC	6th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti draws 160W versus the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU's 300W — a 60.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 240mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
TDP	160W-47%	300W
Recommended PSU	550W-15%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	240mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	70°C-13%	80°C
Perf/Watt	141.6+116%	65.6