GeForce RTX 4060 Ti vs GeForce GTX 280

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.

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 GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

110%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

108%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

108%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

107%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

106%

#17

Radeon RX 6700

MSRP: $379|Avg: $300

106%

#18

Radeon RX 6600 XT

MSRP: $379|Avg: $170

104%

#19

Radeon RX590 GME

MSRP: $173|Avg: $115

104%

#20

Radeon RX 6650 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $230

103%

#21

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

101%

#22

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

MSRP: $169|Avg: $179

101%

#23

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

MSRP: $249|Avg: $209

101%

#24

Radeon RX 6600 LE

MSRP: $329|Avg: $160

100%

#25

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

100%

#26

Radeon RX 7700 XT

MSRP: $449|Avg: $380

100%

#27

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $380

100%

#28

Radeon RX 6750 GRE 10GB

MSRP: $269|Avg: $318

99%

#29

Radeon RX 6700 XT

MSRP: $479|Avg: $230

99%

#30

GeForce RTX 3060

MSRP: $329|Avg: $289

99%

#31

Radeon RX 7400

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

98%

#32

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

98%

#33

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

96%

#34

Radeon RX 5300

MSRP: $129|Avg: $50

94%

#35

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti

MSRP: $150|Avg: $77

93%

#36

Radeon RX 6400

MSRP: $159|Avg: $139

93%

#37

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

MSRP: $599|Avg: $330

93%

#38

Arc A750

MSRP: $289|Avg: $229

92%

#39

Radeon RX 6800

MSRP: $579|Avg: $370

91%

#40

GeForce RTX 3060 8GB

MSRP: $329|Avg: $280

91%

#41

Radeon RX 6750 XT

MSRP: $549|Avg: $320

90%

#42

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti

MSRP: $799|Avg: $590

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 280

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

3664%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

3520%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

3479%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

3473%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

3466%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

3446%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

3403%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

3390%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

3359%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

3349%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

3309%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

3302%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

3242%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

3240%

#299

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

4040%

#314

GeForce GTX 280

MSRP: $649|Avg: $649

100%

#315

Radeon HD 3470

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

98%

#316

Radeon HD 3000

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

#317

GeForce GT 120

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

95%

#318

Radeon HD 6250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

95%

#319

GeForce 6600 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

86%

#320

Radeon HD 3670

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

85%

#321

Radeon HD 3200

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

83%

#322

Radeon HD 2350

MSRP: $50|Avg: $48

78%

#323

Radeon HD 2400

MSRP: $79|Avg: $10

77%

#324

Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $79|Avg: $10

76%

#326

GeForce 7300 GT

MSRP: $89|Avg: $20

70%

#327

Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $40

66%

#329

GeForce 7950 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $50

59%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is significantly newer (2023 vs 2008). The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 280 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1662.7% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (8 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 280.

Insight	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce GTX 280
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1662.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1662.7%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $380 versus $649 for the GeForce GTX 280, it costs 41% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 2910.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce GTX 280
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2910.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($380)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($649)

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 GeForce RTX 4060 Ti and GeForce GTX 280

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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: 22,651 points. Launch price was $399.

GeForce GTX 280

The GeForce GTX 280 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 16 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 236W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,285 points. Launch price was $649.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti scores 22,651 versus the GeForce GTX 280's 1,285 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti leads by 1662.7%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce GTX 280 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 5 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 240 (GeForce GTX 280). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 280).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce GTX 280
G3D Mark Score	22,651+1663%	1,285
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	5 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	4352+1713%	240
Compute (TFLOPS)	22.06 TFLOPS+3446%	0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs	48+50%	32
TMUs	136+70%	80
L2 Cache	32 MB+12700%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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 GTX 280 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce GTX 280 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce GTX 280
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.0 (Native)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 280 has 1 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GTX 280) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce GTX 280
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+700%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	32 MB+12700%	0.25 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 280). Vulkan: 1.3 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce GTX 280
DirectX	12.2+10%	11.1 (10_0)
Vulkan	1.3	N/A
OpenGL	4.6+39%	3.3
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs None (GeForce GTX 280). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs PureVideo HD (VP2). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 280).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce GTX 280
Encoder	8th Gen NVENC	None
Decoder	5th Gen NVDEC	PureVideo HD (VP2)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti draws 160W versus the GeForce GTX 280's 236W — a 38.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 280). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce GTX 280
TDP	160W-32%	236W
Recommended PSU	550W	550W
Power Connector	8-pin	1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
Length	240mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C-18%	85
Perf/Watt	141.6+2522%	5.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $380, while the GeForce GTX 280 launched at $649 and now averages $649. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti costs 41.4% less ($269 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 59.6 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 2.0 (GeForce GTX 280) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 2880% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2008).