GeForce RTX 4060 Ti vs RTX A5000
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
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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
Performance Per Dollar RTX A5000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX A5000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (24 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 Ti.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $380 versus $1,800 for the RTX A5000, it costs 79% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 367.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+367.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($380) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,800) |
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 and RTX A5000
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.
RTX A5000
The RTX A5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,951 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti scores 22,651 and the RTX A5000 reaches 22,951 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX A5000 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 8,192 (RTX A5000). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTX A5000). Boost clocks: 2535 MHz vs 1695 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 64 (RTX A5000) with 136 Tensor cores vs 256.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 22,651 | 22,951+1% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 4352 | 8192+88% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 22.06 TFLOPS | 27.77 TFLOPS+26% |
| Boost Clock | 2535 MHz+50% | 1695 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 96+100% |
| TMUs | 136 | 256+88% |
| L1 Cache | 4.3 MB | 8 MB+86% |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB+433% | 6 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 34 | 64+88% |
| Tensor Cores | 136 | 256+88% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. 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 RTX A5000 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The RTX A5000 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTX A5000 has 24 GB. The RTX A5000 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 768 GB/s (RTX A5000) — a 166.7% advantage for the RTX A5000. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 6 MB (RTX A5000) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 24 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 288 GB/s | 768 GB/s+167% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 384-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB+433% | 6 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 12.1 (RTX A5000). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 7th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX A5000). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A5000).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC | 7th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti draws 160W versus the RTX A5000's 230W — a 35.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 650W (RTX A5000). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W-30% | 230W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-15% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 240mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-13% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 141.6+42% | 99.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $380, while the RTX A5000 launched at $3721 and now averages $1800. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti costs 78.9% less ($1420 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 59.6 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 12.8 (RTX A5000) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 365.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti | RTX A5000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399-89% | $3721 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $380-79% | $1800 |
| Performance per Dollar | 59.6+366% | 12.8 |
| Codename | AD106 | GA102 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | April 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #59 | #53 |
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