GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER vs GeForce RTX 4060
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
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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 4070 Ti SUPER
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060
Why is GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER better than GeForce RTX 4060?
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER and the GeForce RTX 4060 represent two very different performance tiers within NVIDIA's 40-series lineup. The 4070 Ti SUPER is an enthusiast-class card designed for high-refresh 1440p and entry 4K gaming, while the RTX 4060 is a dedicated mid-range solution for 1080p. In most benchmarks, the 4070 Ti SUPER delivers more than double the performance of the RTX 4060, providing a much higher ceiling for graphical fidelity and stable high frame rates in modern AAA titles.
Technically, the 4070 Ti SUPER boasts 16GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing massive bandwidth compared to the RTX 4060's 8GB on a 128-bit bus. This extra VRAM is essential for textures at higher resolutions. While both cards support the latest DLSS 3 features, the 4070 Ti SUPER has significantly more CUDA and RT cores, allowing it to handle complex ray-tracing effects with much greater ease. The 4060 is a winner for its extreme energy efficiency and low cost-of-entry, but it cannot compete with the raw power of the Ti SUPER variant.
For gamers who want to play modern games at 1440p Ultra with ray tracing enabled, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the clear winner and the more future-proof investment. If your budget is strictly limited and you are playing at 1080p, the RTX 4060 offers excellent value. However, for a high-end experience that won't need an upgrade for years, the 4070 Ti SUPER is the definitive choice for serious PC gaming.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 62.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (16 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 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+62.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-62.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (310mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $299 versus $800 for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, it costs 63% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 64.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+64.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800) | ✅More affordable ($299) |
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
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GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2340 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 8448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 66 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,828 points. Launch price was $799.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER scores 31,828 versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 19,548 — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER leads by 62.8%. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 8,448 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060). Raw compute: 44.1 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060). Boost clocks: 2610 MHz vs 2460 MHz. Ray tracing: 66 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 24 (GeForce RTX 4060) with 264 Tensor cores vs 96.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 31,828+63% | 19,548 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 8448+175% | 3072 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 44.1 TFLOPS+192% | 15.11 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2610 MHz+6% | 2460 MHz |
| ROPs | 96+100% | 48 |
| TMUs | 264+175% | 96 |
| L1 Cache | 8.3 MB+177% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+100% | 24 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 66+175% | 24 |
| Tensor Cores | 264+175% | 96 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
Both cards support modern Frame Generation technology, allowing them to insert intermediate frames to smoothen motion and boost perceived FPS in supported games.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) — a 147.1% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 672 GB/s+147% | 272 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+100% | 24 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (Dual) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen (Dual) | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER draws 285W versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 115W — a 85% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 8-pin. Card length: 310mm vs 240mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 72°C vs 73°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W | 115W-60% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 550W-27% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 8-pin |
| Length | 310mm | 240mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 72°C-1% | 73°C |
| Perf/Watt | 111.7 | 170.0+52% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER launched at $799 MSRP and currently averages $800, while the GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 and now averages $299. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 62.6% less ($501 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.8 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 64.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2023).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799 | $299-63% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $800 | $299-63% |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.8 | 65.4+64% |
| Codename | AD103 | AD107 |
| Release | January 8 2024 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #10 | #84 |
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