GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce GTX 780
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
Performance Per Dollar
Why is GeForce RTX 4060 better than GeForce GTX 780?
Comparing the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB to the GeForce GTX 780 illustrates the massive leap in graphics technology over nearly a decade between flagship-tier performance levels. The GeForce GTX 780 was a high-end desktop legend in 2013, while the RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is a 2023 powerhouse focusing on modern efficiency and high VRAM capacity for gamers and creators.\n\nIn raw benchmarks, the RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is roughly 3 to 4 times more powerful and introduces features that didn't exist when the GTX 780 launched, such as hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing and AI-powered upscaling (DLSS 3). While the GTX 780 was once a standard for high-end gaming, its 3GB of VRAM and aging Kepler architecture now struggle with modern titles. The RTX 4060 Ti's massive 16GB buffer comfortably handles ultra settings and high resolutions that would be impossible for the older flagship. Furthermore, the modern 40-series card is significantly more power-efficient than the power-hungry GTX 780.\n\nUltimately, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is the vastly superior choice for any current user. The GeForce GTX 780 remains a legendary piece of GPU history, but for today's standards, it has been outclassed by several generations of progress. Moving to a modern RTX 40-series card represents a night-and-day difference in speed, visual quality, and overall system responsiveness.
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2013). 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 780 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 145.7% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+145.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-145.7%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| 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 GTX 780 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $35 versus $299 for the GeForce RTX 4060, it costs 88% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 247.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+247.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299) | ✅More affordable ($35) |
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 780
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 780
The GeForce GTX 780 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,957 points. Launch price was $649.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce GTX 780's 7,957 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 145.7%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce GTX 780 uses Kepler, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 900 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548+146% | 7,957 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Kepler |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+33% | 2304 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS+264% | 4.156 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+173% | 900 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| TMUs | 96 | 192+100% |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+1479% | 0.19 MB |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1500% | 1.5 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 780 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 780 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 780 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 288 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780) — a 5.9% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+33% | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s | 288 GB/s+6% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 384-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1500% | 1.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 780). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+30% | 1.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 780). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 1st Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 780).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 1st Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 1st Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the GeForce GTX 780's 250W — a 74% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 780). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W-54% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-8% | 600W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 6-pin + 8-pin |
| Length | 240mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C-9% | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+435% | 31.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the GeForce GTX 780 launched at $499 and now averages $35. The GeForce GTX 780 costs 88.3% less ($264 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 227.3 (GeForce GTX 780) — the GeForce GTX 780 offers 247.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-40% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | $35-88% |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4 | 227.3+248% |
| Codename | AD107 | GK110 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | May 23 2013 |
| Ranking | #84 | #320 |
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