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

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (96 vs 304), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile

2023

Why buy it

✅54.5% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅216.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (304 vs 96).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 65.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4060

2023

GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile

2023

Why buy it

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Why buy it

✅54.5% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅216.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (304 vs 96).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (96 vs 304), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 65.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile better than GeForce RTX 4060?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 54.5% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data, 38.4% higher PassMark G3D performance, 304 vs 96 Tensor cores, and 16 GB vs 8 GB of VRAM.

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

GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 38.4% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 16 GB instead of 8 GB, 216.7% more ray-tracing hardware, and a 4nm process instead of 5nm. 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 4090 Mobile is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus $299 MSRP, and you are getting 54.5% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 38.4% 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 4090 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.

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

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $299 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile 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 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile
1080p
low	167 FPS	204 FPS
medium	152 FPS	190 FPS
high	134 FPS	163 FPS
ultra	115 FPS	149 FPS
1440p
low	137 FPS	188 FPS
medium	114 FPS	159 FPS
high	99 FPS	128 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	118 FPS
4K
low	86 FPS	123 FPS
medium	74 FPS	102 FPS
high	62 FPS	76 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	70 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile
1080p
low	392 FPS	501 FPS
medium	334 FPS	438 FPS
high	268 FPS	353 FPS
ultra	211 FPS	296 FPS
1440p
low	240 FPS	383 FPS
medium	209 FPS	332 FPS
high	169 FPS	268 FPS
ultra	137 FPS	220 FPS
4K
low	119 FPS	214 FPS
medium	98 FPS	187 FPS
high	82 FPS	159 FPS
ultra	63 FPS	131 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile
1080p
low	812 FPS	884 FPS
medium	642 FPS	735 FPS
high	551 FPS	661 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	570 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	697 FPS
medium	443 FPS	577 FPS
high	379 FPS	508 FPS
ultra	329 FPS	433 FPS
4K
low	365 FPS	474 FPS
medium	297 FPS	396 FPS
high	234 FPS	347 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	282 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile
1080p
low	746 FPS	723 FPS
medium	613 FPS	655 FPS
high	536 FPS	573 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	528 FPS
1440p
low	594 FPS	581 FPS
medium	486 FPS	520 FPS
high	421 FPS	456 FPS
ultra	330 FPS	408 FPS
4K
low	358 FPS	400 FPS
medium	308 FPS	364 FPS
high	285 FPS	334 FPS
ultra	220 FPS	296 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 and GeForce RTX 4090 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 4090 Mobile

The GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1335 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 9728 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 76 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 27,048 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile's 27,048 — the GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile leads by 38.4%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile uses Ada Lovelace, both on 5 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 9,728 (GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 32.98 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1695 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 76 (GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile) with 96 Tensor cores vs 304.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile
G3D Mark Score	19,548	27,048+38%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	4 nm
Shading Units	3072	9728+217%
Compute (TFLOPS)	15.11 TFLOPS	32.98 TFLOPS+118%
Boost Clock	2460 MHz+45%	1695 MHz
ROPs	48	112+133%
TMUs	96	304+217%
L1 Cache	3 MB	9.5 MB+217%
L2 Cache	24 MB	64 MB+167%
Ray Tracing Cores	24	76+217%
Tensor Cores	96	304+217%

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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 4090 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 4090 Mobile has 16 GB. The GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 576 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile) — a 111.8% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 64 MB (GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile) — the GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	16 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	272 GB/s	576 GB/s+112%
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	24 MB	64 MB+167%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4090 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 4090 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 4090 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 4090 Mobile).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 4090 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 4090 Mobile's 120W — a 4.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4090 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 4090 Mobile
TDP	115W-4%	120W
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	225.4+33%