GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce GTX 1080
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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2016). 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 GTX 1080 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 25.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1080.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+25.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-25.2%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1080 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $91 versus $299 for the GeForce RTX 4060, it costs 70% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 162.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+162.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299) | ✅More affordable ($91) |
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 GTX 1080
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 GTX 1080
The GeForce GTX 1080 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,609 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce GTX 1080's 15,609 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 25.2%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce GTX 1080 uses Pascal, both on 5 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1080). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1080). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1733 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548+25% | 15,609 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Pascal |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+20% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS+70% | 8.873 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+42% | 1733 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 96 | 160+67% |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+219% | 0.94 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 GTX 1080 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 GTX 1080 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 320 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1080) — a 17.6% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1080. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1080) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s | 320 GB/s+18% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1100% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1080). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs NVENC 6th gen (GeForce GTX 1080). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 3rd gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 1080).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 6th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 3rd gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the GeForce GTX 1080's 180W — a 44.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 500W (GeForce GTX 1080). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W-36% | 180W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 500W-9% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 240mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C-3% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+96% | 86.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the GeForce GTX 1080 launched at $599 and now averages $91. The GeForce GTX 1080 costs 69.6% less ($208 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 171.5 (GeForce GTX 1080) — the GeForce GTX 1080 offers 162.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2016).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-50% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | $91-70% |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4 | 171.5+162% |
| Codename | AD107 | GP104 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | May 27 2016 |
| Ranking | #84 | #137 |
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