GeForce RTX 4060 vs L4

CPU

GPU

GeForce RTX 4060

2023Core: 1830 MHzBoost: 2460 MHz

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L4

2023Core: 795 MHzBoost: 2040 MHz

Popular choices:

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Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce RTX 4060

8 GB 115

19,548

+92.5%

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

GeForce RTX 2080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 3060 8GB

GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

8 GB 72

10,153

0.0%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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.

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

✅+92.5% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $2,046 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $2,345 MSRP).
✅Delivers 1410% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 4.3 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $2,345 MSRP).
✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌59.7% higher power demand at 115W vs 72W.
❌42% longer card at 240mm vs 169mm.

L4

2023

Why buy it

✅Draws 72W instead of 115W, a 43W reduction.
✅Measures 169mm instead of 240mm, a 71mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (10,153 vs 19,548).
❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4060 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
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684.3% HIGHER MSRP
$2,345 MSRPvs$299 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 4.3 vs 65.4 G3D/$ ($2,345 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4060

2023

L4

2023

Why buy it

✅+92.5% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $2,046 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $2,345 MSRP).
✅Delivers 1410% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 4.3 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $2,345 MSRP).
✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Why buy it

✅Draws 72W instead of 115W, a 43W reduction.
✅Measures 169mm instead of 240mm, a 71mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌59.7% higher power demand at 115W vs 72W.
❌42% longer card at 240mm vs 169mm.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (10,153 vs 19,548).
❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4060 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
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684.3% HIGHER MSRP
$2,345 MSRPvs$299 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 4.3 vs 65.4 G3D/$ ($2,345 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4060 better than L4?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 is clearly the better overall GPU here. You are also looking at 19,548 vs 10,153 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce RTX 4060 is a 2023 card with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation, while L4 is a 2023 model from an older generation with no meaningful modern upscaling stack. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.

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 92.5% more raw performance headroom and better upscaling support with DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack and better frame-generation support with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. 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 about $2,046 cheaper on MSRP at $299 MSRP versus $2,345 MSRP, and you are getting 92.5% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 1410%. That is why the better overall card still comes out as the smarter buy today, not just the faster one.

Is L4 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. L4 is still a strong modern gaming GPU: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It remains a good buy when you can get it meaningfully cheaper than the alternative around $2,345 MSRP, even if GeForce RTX 4060 is still the cleaner recommendation on overall value today.

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

L4 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
1080p
low	167 FPS	184 FPS
medium	152 FPS	162 FPS
high	134 FPS	134 FPS
ultra	115 FPS	86 FPS
1440p
low	137 FPS	144 FPS
medium	114 FPS	121 FPS
high	99 FPS	92 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	58 FPS
4K
low	86 FPS	59 FPS
medium	74 FPS	51 FPS
high	62 FPS	38 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	33 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 4060 Open L4

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
1080p
low	392 FPS	287 FPS
medium	334 FPS	231 FPS
high	268 FPS	182 FPS
ultra	211 FPS	157 FPS
1440p
low	240 FPS	219 FPS
medium	209 FPS	169 FPS
high	169 FPS	139 FPS
ultra	137 FPS	114 FPS
4K
low	119 FPS	119 FPS
medium	98 FPS	95 FPS
high	82 FPS	81 FPS
ultra	63 FPS	66 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 4060 Open L4

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
1080p
low	812 FPS	457 FPS
medium	642 FPS	366 FPS
high	551 FPS	305 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	228 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	343 FPS
medium	443 FPS	274 FPS
high	379 FPS	228 FPS
ultra	329 FPS	171 FPS
4K
low	365 FPS	228 FPS
medium	297 FPS	183 FPS
high	234 FPS	152 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	114 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 4060 Open L4

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
1080p
low	746 FPS	375 FPS
medium	613 FPS	321 FPS
high	536 FPS	275 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	223 FPS
1440p
low	594 FPS	285 FPS
medium	486 FPS	249 FPS
high	421 FPS	216 FPS
ultra	330 FPS	170 FPS
4K
low	358 FPS	171 FPS
medium	308 FPS	144 FPS
high	285 FPS	118 FPS
ultra	220 FPS	93 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 4060 Open L4

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 and L4

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.

L4

The L4 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 21 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 795 MHz to 2040 MHz. It has 7424 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 72W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,153 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the L4's 10,153 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 92.5%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the L4 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 7,424 (L4). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 30.29 TFLOPS (L4). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 2040 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 60 (L4) with 96 Tensor cores vs 240.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
G3D Mark Score	19,548+93%	10,153
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	3072	7424+142%
Compute (TFLOPS)	15.11 TFLOPS	30.29 TFLOPS+100%
Boost Clock	2460 MHz+21%	2040 MHz
ROPs	48	80+67%
TMUs	96	240+150%
L1 Cache	3 MB	7.5 MB+150%
L2 Cache	24 MB	48 MB+100%
Ray Tracing Cores	24	60+150%
Tensor Cores	96	240+150%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 is support for DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation. 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 L4 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The L4 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 48 MB (L4) — the L4 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	24 MB	48 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.2 (L4). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (L4). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC (4x). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (L4).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
Encoder	NVENC 8th gen	8th Gen NVENC (2x)
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	5th Gen NVDEC (4x)
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 L4's 72W — a 46% difference. The L4 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 500W (L4). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 240mm vs 169mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	L4
TDP	115W	72W-37%
Recommended PSU	550W	500W-9%
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	240mm	169mm
Height	111mm	69mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	73°C-3%	75°C
Perf/Watt	170.0+21%	141.0

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP, while the L4 launched at $2345. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 87.2% less ($2046 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 4.3 (L4) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 1420.9% better value.