GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce 945M
GeForce RTX 4060
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 945M
Why is GeForce RTX 4060 better than GeForce 945M?
Comparing the enthusiast GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB to the legacy mobile GeForce 945M highlights a monumental gap in performance. The RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is more than 4000% faster, representing the jump from a budget laptop chip of 2015 to a modern desktop card that masters 1440p Ultra with high refresh rates and cinematic graphics.
Technically, these two share no ground. The RTX 4060 Ti 16GB features a massive 16GB VRAM buffer and next-gen specialized cores for Ray Tracing and DLSS Frame Generation. The GeForce 945M is based on a legacy architecture with tiny memory and lacks the core count or features to handle modern software. Moving from any legacy device to a 40-series Ti powered desktop is a transformative upgrade, turning previously impossible tasks into silk-smooth cinematic digital odysseys.
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is the undisputed winner in every conceivable category. it represents the absolute height of graphics power for its segment and provides a world-class experience for any user in 2026. The GeForce 945M is strictly for basic office use on legacy notebooks. if you are looking to revitalize your digital environment with a performance boost that is truly world-class, the 16GB 40-series card is the definitive and superior choice.
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2015). 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 GeForce 945M 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 826.9% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 945M.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce 945M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+826.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-826.9%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| 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 | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $299 (vs $98), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 203.8% better value per dollar than the GeForce 945M.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce 945M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+203.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299) | ✅More affordable ($98) |
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 4060 and GeForce 945M
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.
GeForce 945M
The GeForce 945M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 27 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 928 MHz to 1020 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,109 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce 945M's 2,109 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 826.9%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce 945M uses Maxwell, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 640 (GeForce 945M). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 1.306 TFLOPS (GeForce 945M). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1020 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce 945M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548+827% | 2,109 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+380% | 640 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS+1057% | 1.306 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+141% | 1020 MHz |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 96+140% | 40 |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+868% | 0.31 MB |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1100% | 2 MB |
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 GeForce 945M lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce 945M relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce 945M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 945M has 512 MB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 80 GB/s (GeForce 945M) — a 240% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2 MB (GeForce 945M) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce 945M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+1500% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s+240% | 80 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1100% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce 945M). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce 945M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+18% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+100% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs NVENC (Maxwell) (GeForce 945M). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs PureVideo HD (VP6). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs H.264,H.265,MPEG-2 (GeForce 945M).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce 945M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC (Maxwell) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | PureVideo HD (VP6) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the GeForce 945M's 75W — a 42.1% difference. The GeForce 945M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 350W (GeForce 945M). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Legacy. Card length: 240mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce 945M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W | 75W-35% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Legacy |
| Length | 240mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C-3% | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+505% | 28.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 945M costs 67.2% less ($201 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 21.5 (GeForce 945M) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 204.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce 945M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | $98-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4+204% | 21.5 |
| Codename | AD107 | GM107 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | October 27 2015 |
| Ranking | #84 | #671 |
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