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

✅76.9% more average FPS across 43 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Fewer clear downsides in this head-to-head, aside from the usual pricing and availability swings.

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

2025

Why buy it

✅More future proof: Blackwell on 3nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 across 43 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 65.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4060

2023

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

2025

Why buy it

✅76.9% more average FPS across 43 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Why buy it

✅More future proof: Blackwell on 3nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Fewer clear downsides in this head-to-head, aside from the usual pricing and availability swings.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 across 43 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 65.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4060 better than GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 76.9% more average FPS across 43 tracked games in our benchmark data and 13% higher PassMark G3D performance. It also comes from 2023 instead of 2025, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

GeForce RTX 4060 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 13.0% more raw performance headroom and the stronger feature stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation instead of DLSS 4 + Multi Frame Gen. 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 4060 is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce RTX 4060 is priced in an unclear MSRP range at $299 MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 76.9% more estimated average FPS across 43 tracked games in our benchmark data and 13.0% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%. GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is the newer 2025 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile make more sense than GeForce RTX 4060?

Yes. GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile 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 newer architecture and staying closer to an unclear MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 4060. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 4060 currently gives you 13.0% higher G3D Mark and 76.9% more estimated average FPS across 43 tracked games in our benchmark data. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%.

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 5060 Mobile Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
1080p
low	167 FPS	137 FPS
medium	152 FPS	116 FPS
high	134 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	115 FPS	59 FPS
1440p
low	137 FPS	120 FPS
medium	114 FPS	97 FPS
high	99 FPS	74 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	44 FPS
4K
low	86 FPS	44 FPS
medium	74 FPS	39 FPS
high	62 FPS	25 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	21 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
1080p
low	392 FPS	161 FPS
medium	334 FPS	122 FPS
high	268 FPS	82 FPS
ultra	211 FPS	57 FPS
1440p
low	240 FPS	102 FPS
medium	209 FPS	65 FPS
high	169 FPS	47 FPS
ultra	137 FPS	36 FPS
4K
low	119 FPS	47 FPS
medium	98 FPS	32 FPS
high	82 FPS	25 FPS
ultra	63 FPS	19 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
1080p
low	812 FPS	778 FPS
medium	642 FPS	623 FPS
high	551 FPS	519 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	389 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	584 FPS
medium	443 FPS	467 FPS
high	379 FPS	389 FPS
ultra	329 FPS	292 FPS
4K
low	365 FPS	360 FPS
medium	297 FPS	304 FPS
high	234 FPS	245 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	195 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
1080p
low	746 FPS	282 FPS
medium	613 FPS	241 FPS
high	536 FPS	199 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	156 FPS
1440p
low	594 FPS	210 FPS
medium	486 FPS	182 FPS
high	421 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	330 FPS	112 FPS
4K
low	358 FPS	112 FPS
medium	308 FPS	90 FPS
high	285 FPS	74 FPS
ultra	220 FPS	57 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 and GeForce RTX 5060 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 5060 Mobile

The GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2430 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,300 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile's 17,300 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 13%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 5 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 4,608 (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 2430 MHz.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
G3D Mark Score	19,548+13%	17,300
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	5 nm	3 nm
Shading Units	3072	4608+50%
Boost Clock	2460 MHz+1%	2430 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support Frame Generation, but the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is on a newer tier with DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation, while the GeForce RTX 4060 tops out at DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation.The GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile supports the newer DLSS 4 Super Resolution, whereas the GeForce RTX 4060 is capped at DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
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 GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 384 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile) — a 41.2% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	272 GB/s	384 GB/s+41%
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+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: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 9th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 6th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
Encoder	NVENC 8th gen	9th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	6th 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 5060 Mobile's 115W — a 0% difference. The GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 240mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile
TDP	115W	115W
Recommended PSU	550W-15%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	240mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	73°C-9%	80°C
Perf/Watt	170.0+13%	150.4