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

✅12.5% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Costs $601 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).
✅Delivers 96.4% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 33.3 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (19,548 vs 29,964).
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (96 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

2019

Why buy it

✅+53.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅233.3% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 96).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌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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201% HIGHER MSRP
$900 MSRPvs$299 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 33.3 vs 65.4 G3D/$ ($900 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4060

2023

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

2019

Why buy it

✅12.5% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Costs $601 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).
✅Delivers 96.4% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 33.3 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Why buy it

✅+53.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅233.3% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 96).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (19,548 vs 29,964).
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (96 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌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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201% HIGHER MSRP
$900 MSRPvs$299 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 33.3 vs 65.4 G3D/$ ($900 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) better than GeForce RTX 4060?

Yes. Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 53.3% higher PassMark G3D performance and 320 vs 96 Tensor cores. It also comes from 2019 instead of 2023, 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 a newer 2023 generation instead of 2019 and a 5nm process instead of 12nm. That makes it the safer long-run choice for modern games.

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

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is about 201.0% more expensive on MSRP at $900 MSRP versus $299 MSRP, and you are getting lower estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 53.3% 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, Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) 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 Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)?

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 newer architecture, future-proofing, and staying closer to $299 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel). The trade-off is that Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) currently gives you 53.3% higher G3D Mark and lower 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

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low	167 FPS	132 FPS
medium	152 FPS	113 FPS
high	134 FPS	97 FPS
ultra	115 FPS	67 FPS
1440p
low	137 FPS	106 FPS
medium	114 FPS	88 FPS
high	99 FPS	70 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	48 FPS
4K
low	86 FPS	47 FPS
medium	74 FPS	41 FPS
high	62 FPS	30 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	25 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low	392 FPS	256 FPS
medium	334 FPS	215 FPS
high	268 FPS	184 FPS
ultra	211 FPS	159 FPS
1440p
low	240 FPS	195 FPS
medium	209 FPS	161 FPS
high	169 FPS	139 FPS
ultra	137 FPS	116 FPS
4K
low	119 FPS	113 FPS
medium	98 FPS	96 FPS
high	82 FPS	81 FPS
ultra	63 FPS	62 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low	812 FPS	745 FPS
medium	642 FPS	615 FPS
high	551 FPS	547 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	477 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	590 FPS
medium	443 FPS	484 FPS
high	379 FPS	420 FPS
ultra	329 FPS	364 FPS
4K
low	365 FPS	388 FPS
medium	297 FPS	312 FPS
high	234 FPS	255 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	202 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low	746 FPS	259 FPS
medium	613 FPS	225 FPS
high	536 FPS	183 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	155 FPS
1440p
low	594 FPS	198 FPS
medium	486 FPS	176 FPS
high	421 FPS	140 FPS
ultra	330 FPS	115 FPS
4K
low	358 FPS	114 FPS
medium	308 FPS	96 FPS
high	285 FPS	76 FPS
ultra	220 FPS	58 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 and Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

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.

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1110 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 29,964 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)'s 29,964 — the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) leads by 53.3%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) uses Turing, both on 5 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2,560 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 7.987 TFLOPS (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1560 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 40 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) with 96 Tensor cores vs 320.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
G3D Mark Score	19,548	29,964+53%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Turing
Process Node	5 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	3072+20%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	15.11 TFLOPS+89%	7.987 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2460 MHz+58%	1560 MHz
ROPs	48	64+33%
TMUs	96	160+67%
L1 Cache	3 MB+20%	2.5 MB
L2 Cache	24 MB+500%	4 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	24	40+67%
Tensor Cores	96	320+233%

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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	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
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)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 4 MB (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	24 MB+500%	4 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.1 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.1
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
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 6th Gen NVENC (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
Encoder	NVENC 8th gen	6th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	4th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)'s 110W — a 4.4% difference. The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 650W (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 240mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
TDP	115W	110W-4%
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-3%	75°C
Perf/Watt	170.0	272.4+60%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP, while the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) launched at $900. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 66.8% less ($601 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 33.3 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 96.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).