GeForce RTX 4060 vs L40S
GeForce RTX 4060
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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
Performance Per Dollar L40S
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The L40S is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (48 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.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $299 versus $7,500 for the L40S, it costs 96% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 2348.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2348.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($299) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($7,500) |
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 and L40S
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.
L40S
The L40S is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 13 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1110 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 18176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 142 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,023 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 and the L40S reaches 20,023 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the L40S uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 18,176 (L40S). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 91.61 TFLOPS (L40S). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 2520 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 142 (L40S) with 96 Tensor cores vs 568.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548 | 20,023+2% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072 | 18176+492% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS | 91.61 TFLOPS+506% |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz | 2520 MHz+2% |
| ROPs | 48 | 192+300% |
| TMUs | 96 | 568+492% |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB | 17.8 MB+493% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB | 48 MB+100% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 24 | 142+492% |
| Tensor Cores | 96 | 568+492% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 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 L40S 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 L40S relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the L40S has 48 GB. The L40S offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 960 GB/s (L40S) — a 252.9% advantage for the L40S. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 48 MB (L40S) — the L40S has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 48 GB+500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s | 960 GB/s+253% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 384-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB | 48 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.2 (L40S). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs NVENC 8th Gen (L40S). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (L40S).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 8th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the L40S's 300W — a 89.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 800W (L40S). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 16-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W-62% | 300W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-31% | 800W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 16-pin |
| Length | 240mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C-14% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+155% | 66.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the L40S launched at $7500 and now averages $7500. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 96% less ($7201 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2.7 (L40S) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 2322.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-96% | $7500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299-96% | $7500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4+2322% | 2.7 |
| Codename | AD107 | AD102 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | October 13 2022 |
| Ranking | #84 | #76 |
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