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

2023

Why buy it

✅Costs $831 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $1,130 MSRP).
✅Delivers 197.8% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 22.0 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $1,130 MSRP).
✅Draws 115W instead of 150W, a 35W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (96 vs 232), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

2023

Why buy it

✅30.1% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅141.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (232 vs 96).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

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277.9% HIGHER MSRP
$1,130 MSRPvs$299 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 22.0 vs 65.4 G3D/$ ($1,130 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
❌30.4% higher power demand at 150W vs 115W.

GeForce RTX 4060

2023

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

2023

Why buy it

✅Costs $831 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $1,130 MSRP).
✅Delivers 197.8% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 22.0 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $1,130 MSRP).
✅Draws 115W instead of 150W, a 35W reduction.

Why buy it

✅30.1% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅141.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (232 vs 96).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (96 vs 232), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

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277.9% HIGHER MSRP
$1,130 MSRPvs$299 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 22.0 vs 65.4 G3D/$ ($1,130 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
❌30.4% higher power demand at 150W vs 115W.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile better than GeForce RTX 4060?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 30.1% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data, 26.9% higher PassMark G3D performance, 232 vs 96 Tensor cores, and 12 GB vs 8 GB of VRAM.

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

GeForce RTX 4060 is the safer long-term GPU choice because it gives you the stronger overall hardware and feature outlook for modern games.

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

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is about 277.9% more expensive on MSRP at $1,130 MSRP versus $299 MSRP, and you are getting 30.1% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 26.9% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 4060 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 4080 Mobile is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 4060 still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

When does GeForce RTX 4060 make more sense than GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. It makes more sense if your priority is lower power draw (115W vs 150W), future-proofing, and staying closer to $299 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile currently gives you 26.9% higher G3D Mark and 30.1% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 4060 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

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 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
1080p
low	167 FPS	174 FPS
medium	152 FPS	158 FPS
high	134 FPS	140 FPS
ultra	115 FPS	123 FPS
1440p
low	137 FPS	145 FPS
medium	114 FPS	120 FPS
high	99 FPS	104 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	93 FPS
4K
low	86 FPS	87 FPS
medium	74 FPS	73 FPS
high	62 FPS	58 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	51 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
1080p
low	392 FPS	440 FPS
medium	334 FPS	379 FPS
high	268 FPS	306 FPS
ultra	211 FPS	270 FPS
1440p
low	240 FPS	333 FPS
medium	209 FPS	275 FPS
high	169 FPS	223 FPS
ultra	137 FPS	188 FPS
4K
low	119 FPS	182 FPS
medium	98 FPS	152 FPS
high	82 FPS	128 FPS
ultra	63 FPS	106 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
1080p
low	812 FPS	999 FPS
medium	642 FPS	893 FPS
high	551 FPS	744 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	558 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	837 FPS
medium	443 FPS	670 FPS
high	379 FPS	558 FPS
ultra	329 FPS	419 FPS
4K
low	365 FPS	552 FPS
medium	297 FPS	446 FPS
high	234 FPS	372 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	279 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
1080p
low	746 FPS	544 FPS
medium	613 FPS	477 FPS
high	536 FPS	408 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	336 FPS
1440p
low	594 FPS	435 FPS
medium	486 FPS	385 FPS
high	421 FPS	326 FPS
ultra	330 FPS	261 FPS
4K
low	358 FPS	276 FPS
medium	308 FPS	249 FPS
high	285 FPS	220 FPS
ultra	220 FPS	184 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 and GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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.

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

The GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1290 MHz to 2010 MHz. It has 7424 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 58 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 24,805 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile's 24,805 — the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile leads by 26.9%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile uses Ada Lovelace, both on 5 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 7,424 (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 24.72 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 2010 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 58 (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile) with 96 Tensor cores vs 232.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
G3D Mark Score	19,548	24,805+27%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	4 nm
Shading Units	3072	7424+142%
Compute (TFLOPS)	15.11 TFLOPS	24.72 TFLOPS+64%
Boost Clock	2460 MHz+22%	2010 MHz
ROPs	48	80+67%
TMUs	96	232+142%
L1 Cache	3 MB	7.3 MB+143%
L2 Cache	24 MB	48 MB+100%
Ray Tracing Cores	24	58+142%
Tensor Cores	96	232+142%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support modern Frame Generation technology, allowing them to insert intermediate frames to smooth motion and boost perceived FPS in supported games.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 432 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile) — a 58.8% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile) — the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	12 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	272 GB/s	432 GB/s+59%
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	24 MB	48 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+300%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
Encoder	NVENC 8th gen	8th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile's 150W — a 26.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 240mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
TDP	115W-23%	150W
Recommended PSU	550W-15%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	Mobile
Length	240mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	73°C-9%	80°C
Perf/Watt	170.0+3%	165.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile launched at $1130. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 73.5% less ($831 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 22.0 (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 197.3% better value.