GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce GTX 590

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

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

111%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

107%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

105%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

105%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

105%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

104%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

103%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

103%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

102%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

101%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

100%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

100%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

98%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

98%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

98%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

97%

#17

Radeon RX 6700

MSRP: $379|Avg: $300

96%

#18

Radeon RX 6600 XT

MSRP: $379|Avg: $170

95%

#19

Radeon RX590 GME

MSRP: $173|Avg: $115

94%

#20

Radeon RX 6650 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $230

94%

#21

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

92%

#22

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

MSRP: $169|Avg: $179

92%

#23

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

MSRP: $249|Avg: $209

92%

#24

Radeon RX 6600 LE

MSRP: $329|Avg: $160

91%

#25

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

91%

#26

Radeon RX 7700 XT

MSRP: $449|Avg: $380

91%

#27

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $380

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2011). 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 590 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 485.1% higher G3D Mark score and 166.7% more VRAM (8 GB vs 3 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 590.

Insight	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce GTX 590
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+485.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-485.1%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
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 $100), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 95.7% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTX 590.

Insight	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce GTX 590
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+95.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299)	✅More affordable ($100)

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.

GeForce RTX 4060 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 590 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 and GeForce GTX 590

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 590

The GeForce GTX 590 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 1024 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 365W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,341 points. Launch price was $699.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce GTX 590's 3,341 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 485.1%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce GTX 590 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 5 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 590). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX 590).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce GTX 590
G3D Mark Score	19,548+485%	3,341
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	5 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	3072+200%	1024 ×2
Compute (TFLOPS)	15.11 TFLOPS+1115%	1.244 TFLOPS ×2
ROPs	48	48 ×2
TMUs	96+50%	64 ×2
L1 Cache	3 MB+200%	1 MB
L2 Cache	24 MB+3100%	0.75 MB

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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 590 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 590 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce GTX 590
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 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 590 has 3 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 590) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce GTX 590
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+167%	3 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	272 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	24 MB+3100%	0.75 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 590). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce GTX 590
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 (11_0)
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs PureVideo HD (VP5). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 590).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce GTX 590
Encoder	NVENC 8th gen	—
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	PureVideo HD (VP5)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the GeForce GTX 590's 365W — a 104.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 700W (GeForce GTX 590). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 2x 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 90°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060	GeForce GTX 590
TDP	115W-68%	365W
Recommended PSU	550W-21%	700W
Power Connector	8-pin	2x 8-pin
Length	240mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	73°C-19%	90°C
Perf/Watt	170.0+1748%	9.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the GeForce GTX 590 launched at $699 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 590 costs 66.6% less ($199 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 33.4 (GeForce GTX 590) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 95.8% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2011).