GeForce RTX 4060 vs RTX A400

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

✅339.8% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 47.5% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 44.3 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $135 MSRP).
✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (8 GB vs 4 GB).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌130% higher power demand at 115W vs 50W.

RTX A400

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $164 less on MSRP ($135 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
✅Draws 50W instead of 115W, a 65W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 4 GB vs 8 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌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.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 44.3 vs 65.4 G3D/$ ($135 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4060

2023

RTX A400

2024

Why buy it

✅339.8% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 47.5% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 65.4 vs 44.3 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $135 MSRP).
✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (8 GB vs 4 GB).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Why buy it

✅Costs $164 less on MSRP ($135 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
✅Draws 50W instead of 115W, a 65W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌130% higher power demand at 115W vs 50W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 4 GB vs 8 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌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.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 44.3 vs 65.4 G3D/$ ($135 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4060 better than RTX A400?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 is clearly the better overall GPU here. GeForce RTX 4060 averages 339.8% more FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. You are also looking at 19,548 vs 5,983 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce RTX 4060 is a 2023 card with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation, while RTX A400 is a 2024 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 226.7% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 8 GB instead of 4 GB, 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, and a 5nm process instead of 8nm. 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 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 121.5% more expensive on MSRP at $299 MSRP versus $135 MSRP, and you are getting 339.8% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 226.7% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 47.5%. RTX A400 is the newer 2024 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture and lower power draw (50W vs 115W) than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does RTX A400 make more sense than GeForce RTX 4060?

Yes. RTX A400 is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (50W vs 115W), and staying closer to $135 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 4060. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 4060 currently gives you 226.7% higher G3D Mark and 339.8% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 47.5%.

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

RTX A400 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	RTX A400
1080p
low	167 FPS	36 FPS
medium	152 FPS	25 FPS
high	134 FPS	18 FPS
ultra	115 FPS	10 FPS
1440p
low	137 FPS	29 FPS
medium	114 FPS	18 FPS
high	99 FPS	10 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	5 FPS
4K
low	86 FPS	10 FPS
medium	74 FPS	7 FPS
high	62 FPS	4 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	3 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	RTX A400
1080p
low	392 FPS	73 FPS
medium	334 FPS	48 FPS
high	268 FPS	32 FPS
ultra	211 FPS	22 FPS
1440p
low	240 FPS	46 FPS
medium	209 FPS	25 FPS
high	169 FPS	19 FPS
ultra	137 FPS	14 FPS
4K
low	119 FPS	23 FPS
medium	98 FPS	14 FPS
high	82 FPS	11 FPS
ultra	63 FPS	8 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	RTX A400
1080p
low	812 FPS	269 FPS
medium	642 FPS	215 FPS
high	551 FPS	179 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	135 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	202 FPS
medium	443 FPS	162 FPS
high	379 FPS	135 FPS
ultra	329 FPS	101 FPS
4K
low	365 FPS	126 FPS
medium	297 FPS	108 FPS
high	234 FPS	78 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	55 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060	RTX A400
1080p
low	746 FPS	147 FPS
medium	613 FPS	117 FPS
high	536 FPS	99 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	79 FPS
1440p
low	594 FPS	108 FPS
medium	486 FPS	87 FPS
high	421 FPS	74 FPS
ultra	330 FPS	58 FPS
4K
low	358 FPS	63 FPS
medium	308 FPS	50 FPS
high	285 FPS	40 FPS
ultra	220 FPS	29 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 and RTX A400

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.

RTX A400

The RTX A400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 16 2024. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 727 MHz to 1762 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 6 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,983 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the RTX A400's 5,983 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 226.7%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX A400 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 768 (RTX A400). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2.706 TFLOPS (RTX A400). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1762 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 6 (RTX A400) with 96 Tensor cores vs 24.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	RTX A400
G3D Mark Score	19,548+227%	5,983
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ampere
Process Node	5 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	3072+300%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	15.11 TFLOPS+458%	2.706 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2460 MHz+40%	1762 MHz
ROPs	48+200%	16
TMUs	96+300%	24
Ray Tracing Cores	24+300%	6
Tensor Cores	96+300%	24

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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 RTX A400 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The RTX A400 supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 4060 is capped at DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	RTX A400
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	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTX A400 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	RTX A400
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+100%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the RTX A400's 50W — a 78.8% difference. The RTX A400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 350W (RTX A400). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	RTX A400
TDP	115W	50W-57%
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	240mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	73°C	—
Perf/Watt	170.0+42%	119.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP, while the RTX A400 launched at $135. The RTX A400 costs 54.8% less ($164 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 44.3 (RTX A400) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 47.6% better value. The RTX A400 is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2023).