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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 L40S
Performance Per Dollar RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the L40S offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | L40S | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (2 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $1,450 versus $7,500 for the L40S, it costs 81% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 433.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | L40S | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+433.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($7,500) | ✅More affordable ($1,450) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of L40S and RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation
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.
RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation
The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 21 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 720 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 6144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,669 points.
Graphics Performance
The L40S scores 20,023 and the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation reaches 20,669 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The L40S is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 18,176 (L40S) vs 6,144 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Raw compute: 91.61 TFLOPS (L40S) vs 19.17 TFLOPS (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 1560 MHz. Ray tracing: 142 RT cores (L40S) vs 48 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation) with 568 Tensor cores vs 192.
| Feature | L40S | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,023 | 20,669+3% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 18176+196% | 6144 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 91.61 TFLOPS+378% | 19.17 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2520 MHz+62% | 1560 MHz |
| ROPs | 192+200% | 64 |
| TMUs | 568+196% | 192 |
| L1 Cache | 17.8 MB+197% | 6 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 48 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 142+196% | 48 |
| Tensor Cores | 568+196% | 192 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation 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.
| Feature | L40S | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The L40S comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation has 2 GB. The L40S offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 960 GB/s (L40S) vs 280 GB/s (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation) — a 242.9% advantage for the L40S. Bus width: 384-bit vs 160-bit.
| Feature | L40S | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 48 GB+2300% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 ECC |
| Memory Bandwidth | 960 GB/s+243% | 280 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+140% | 160-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 48 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (L40S) vs 12.2 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | L40S | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th Gen (L40S) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,AV1 (L40S) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation).
| Feature | L40S | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th Gen | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The L40S draws 300W versus the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation's 70W — a 124.3% difference. The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 800W (L40S) vs 750W (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 1x 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | L40S | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 70W-77% |
| Recommended PSU | 800W | 750W-6% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 80°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 66.7 | 295.3+343% |
Value Analysis
The L40S launched at $7500 MSRP and currently averages $7500, while the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation launched at $1999 and now averages $1450. The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation costs 80.7% less ($6050 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.7 (L40S) vs 14.3 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation) — the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation offers 429.6% better value. The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | L40S | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $7500 | $1999-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $7500 | $1450-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.7 | 14.3+430% |
| Codename | AD102 | AD104 |
| Release | October 13 2022 | March 21 2023 |
| Ranking | #76 | #71 |
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