GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce GTX TITAN Black
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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 2014). 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 TITAN Black 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 113% 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 TITAN Black.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+113%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-113%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / 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 TITAN Black offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $299 for the GeForce RTX 4060, it costs 60% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 17% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+17%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299) | ✅More affordable ($120) |
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 TITAN Black
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 TITAN Black
The GeForce GTX TITAN Black is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 889 MHz to 980 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,177 points. Launch price was $999.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce GTX TITAN Black's 9,177 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 113%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce GTX TITAN Black uses Kepler, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2,880 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 5.645 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 980 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548+113% | 9,177 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Kepler |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+7% | 2880 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS+168% | 5.645 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+151% | 980 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| TMUs | 96 | 240+150% |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+1204% | 0.23 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 TITAN Black 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 TITAN Black relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| 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 TITAN Black 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 336 GB/s (GeForce GTX TITAN Black) — a 23.5% advantage for the GeForce GTX TITAN Black. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX TITAN Black) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+33% | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s | 336 GB/s+24% |
| 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 12.0 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.0 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs NVENC 1.0 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 1.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the GeForce GTX TITAN Black's 250W — a 74% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 600W (GeForce GTX TITAN Black). 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°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| 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°C |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+363% | 36.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the GeForce GTX TITAN Black launched at $999 and now averages $120. The GeForce GTX TITAN Black costs 59.9% less ($179 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 76.5 (GeForce GTX TITAN Black) — the GeForce GTX TITAN Black offers 17% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce GTX TITAN Black |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-70% | $999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | $120-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4 | 76.5+17% |
| Codename | AD107 | GK110B |
| Release | May 18 2023 | February 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #84 | #288 |
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