RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU
VS
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU vs GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

NVIDIA

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

2023Core: 1395 MHzBoost: 2000 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023Core: 2310 MHzBoost: 2535 MHz

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

#22
Radeon RX 7700
MSRP: $449|Avg: $399
249%
#25
Radeon RX 7600M XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $300
225%
#28
Radeon RX 6650M XT
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
215%
#30
Radeon 8050S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
205%
#31
Radeon RX 8050S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
204%
#35
100%
#39
Radeon RX 7700S
MSRP: $449|Avg: $350
175%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

#4
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#16
Radeon RX 7600S
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
83%
#19
Radeon RX 5600
MSRP: $229|Avg: $150
74%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 9.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU.

InsightRTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-9.8%)
Leading raw performance (+9.8%)
Longevity
🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace / 5nm)
🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm)
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU and GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

NVIDIA

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

The RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 21 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1395 MHz to 2000 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,848 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU 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 160W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,400 points. Launch price was $399.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU scores 15,848 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 17,400 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU leads by 9.8%. The RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 4,608 (RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 15.62 TFLOPS (RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Boost clocks: 2000 MHz vs 2535 MHz. Ray tracing: 36 RT cores (RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 34 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) with 144 Tensor cores vs 136.

FeatureRTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
G3D Mark Score
15,848
17,400+10%
Architecture
Ada Lovelace
Ada Lovelace
Process Node
5 nm
5 nm
Shading Units
4608+6%
4352
Compute (TFLOPS)
15.62 TFLOPS
22.06 TFLOPS+41%
Boost Clock
2000 MHz
2535 MHz+27%
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 Laptop GPU 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 RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

FeatureRTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
Upscaling Tech
DLSS 2.0
DLSS 3.5
Frame Generation
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
DLSS 3.0 (Native)
Ray Reconstruction
No
Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureRTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
VRAM Capacity
8 GB
8 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
256 GB/s
256 GB/s
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
32 MB
32 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureRTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
DirectX
12.2+2%
12 Ultimate
Vulkan
1.3
1.4+8%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU).

FeatureRTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
Encoder
8th Gen NVENC
NVENC (8th Gen)
Decoder
5th Gen NVDEC
NVDEC (5th Gen)
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1
H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU draws 115W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 160W — a 32.7% difference. The RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.

FeatureRTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
TDP
115W-28%
160W
Recommended PSU
650W
650W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Mobile
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
80°C
80°C
Perf/Watt
137.8+27%
108.8