GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB
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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 5060 Ti 16GB
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 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 (16 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $429 versus $449 for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB, it costs 4% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 4.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+4.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($429) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($449) |
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 5060 Ti 16GB and GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 16 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2407 MHz to 2572 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,770 points. Launch price was $429.
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2535 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,713 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB scores 22,770 and the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB reaches 22,713 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 4,608 (GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB). Raw compute: 23.7 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB). Boost clocks: 2572 MHz vs 2535 MHz. Ray tracing: 36 RT cores (GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) vs 34 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) with 144 Tensor cores vs 136.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 22,770 | 22,713 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 4608+6% | 4352 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 23.7 TFLOPS+7% | 22.06 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2572 MHz+1% | 2535 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| TMUs | 144+6% | 136 |
| L1 Cache | 4.5 MB+5% | 4.3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 36+6% | 34 |
| Tensor Cores | 144+6% | 136 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB 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 GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 16 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) vs 288 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) — a 55.6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s+56% | 288 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB | 32 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (9th Gen) (GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB). Decoder: NVDEC (6th Gen) vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (9th Gen) | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC (6th Gen) | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB draws 180W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB's 165W — a 8.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Typical load temperature: 68°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 165W-8% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 550W-15% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 16-pin (12VHPWR) |
| Length | — | 240mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 2-9% | 2.2 |
| Temp (Load) | 68°C | 65°C-4% |
| Perf/Watt | 126.5 | 137.7+9% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB launched at $429 MSRP and currently averages $429, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB launched at $499 and now averages $449. The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB costs 4.5% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 53.1 (GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB) vs 50.6 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB) — the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB offers 4.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $429-14% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $429-4% | $449 |
| Performance per Dollar | 53.1+5% | 50.6 |
| Codename | GB206 | AD106 |
| Release | April 16 2025 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #55 | #56 |
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