Quadro P4000 vs GeForce RTX 4060
Quadro P4000
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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 Quadro P4000
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060
Why is GeForce RTX 4060 better than Quadro P4000?
The matchup between the enthusiast GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB and the professional Quadro P4000 reveals the monumental jump in modern architectural efficiency. The RTX 4060 Ti 16GB delivers roughly 120-150% more rendering muscle, representing the transition from a Pascal workstation staple to a modern powerhouse that masters high-fidelity 1440p environments.
Technically, the RTX 4060 Ti 16GB wins on absolute hardware depth across every metric, featuring faster memory, specialized cores for Path Tracing, and DLSS 3 Frame Generation. While the Quadro P4000 remains a robust engine for professional CAD duty with its 8GB buffer, it lacks the overall throughput and feature density needed for uncompromised interactive media in 2026. Moving from a mid-range Pascal workstation to a 40-series powered tower is a life-changing improvement for most enthusiasts.
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is the undisputed winner in absolute rendering performance and future-proof immersion. it is a world-class 1440p engine. The NVIDIA Quadro P4000 remains the winner for professional users on legacy rigs who priority uncompromised stability and certified drivers for basic stationary tasks. however, for any user seeking the ultimate immersion and raw speed, the 16GB 40-series card is the definitive choice.
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2017). The GeForce RTX 4060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro P4000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 71% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P4000.
| Insight | Quadro P4000 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-71%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+71%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $299 (vs $290), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 65.9% better value per dollar than the Quadro P4000.
| Insight | Quadro P4000 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+65.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($290) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro P4000 and GeForce RTX 4060
Quadro P4000
The Quadro P4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 6 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1202 MHz to 1480 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 105W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,431 points. Launch price was $815.
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 Quadro P4000 scores 11,431 versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 19,548 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 71%. The Quadro P4000 is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 16 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (Quadro P4000) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060). Raw compute: 5.304 TFLOPS (Quadro P4000) vs 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060). Boost clocks: 1480 MHz vs 2460 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro P4000 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 11,431 | 19,548+71% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 1792 | 3072+71% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 5.304 TFLOPS | 15.11 TFLOPS+185% |
| Boost Clock | 1480 MHz | 2460 MHz+66% |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 112+17% | 96 |
| L1 Cache | 0.66 MB | 3 MB+355% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 24 MB+1100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 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 Quadro P4000 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | Quadro P4000 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Quadro P4000) vs 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro P4000 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 24 MB+1100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.0 (Quadro P4000) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro P4000 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.0 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.0 | 1.3+30% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (Quadro P4000) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP8 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro P4000) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060).
| Feature | Quadro P4000 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 6th Gen NVENC | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP8 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro P4000 draws 105W versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 115W — a 9.1% difference. The Quadro P4000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro P4000) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 240mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 73°C.
| Feature | Quadro P4000 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 105W-9% | 115W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-9% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 241mm | 240mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 73°C-9% |
| Perf/Watt | 108.9 | 170.0+56% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro P4000 launched at $815 MSRP and currently averages $290, while the GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 and now averages $299. The Quadro P4000 costs 3% less ($9 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.4 (Quadro P4000) vs 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 66% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2017).
| Feature | Quadro P4000 | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $815 | $299-63% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $290-3% | $299 |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.4 | 65.4+66% |
| Codename | GP104 | AD107 |
| Release | February 6 2017 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #239 | #84 |
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