GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
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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 GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
Why is GeForce RTX 4060 better than GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile?
Comparing the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB to the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile showcases the progress from previous-gen high-end mobile to current-gen enthusiast desktop power. The RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is roughly 40-50% faster in raw benchmarks and offers a significantly larger VRAM buffer to handle modern high-resolution textures. This move transforms a portable 1080p experience into a robust 1440p gaming foundation.
A key technical advantage for the 40-series card is the inclusion of DLSS 3 Frame Generation and superior Ray Tracing cores. These Ada Lovelace refinements allow the 4060 Ti to deliver silk-smooth fluidity in modern AAA titles that would struggle on the older Turing-based mobile card. Furthermore, the 16GB of VRAM provides double the memory of the 8GB found on the 2070 Super Mobile, ensuring stability in textures-heavy maps for the next several years.
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is the definitive winner, offering better speed, more memory, and more advanced AI features. It is the superior choice for any new build or upgrade in 2026. The GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile remains a respectable winner for those using older high-end laptops, but for anyone looking for the latest technology and long-term future-proofing, the jump to the 40-series 16GB card is the superior and clear choice.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 7.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+7.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-7.7%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Turing / 12nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 4060 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 RTX 2070 Super Mobile
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 RTX 2070 Super Mobile
The GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 2 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1140 MHz to 1380 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,157 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile's 18,157 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 7.7%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile uses Turing, both on 5 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 7.066 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1380 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 40 (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) with 96 Tensor cores vs 320.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548+8% | 18,157 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Turing |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+20% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS+114% | 7.066 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+78% | 1380 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 96 | 160+67% |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+20% | 2.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+500% | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 24 | 40+67% |
| Tensor Cores | 96 | 320+233% |
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 RTX 2070 Super Mobile lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 supports the newer DLSS 3.5 (including Frame Gen/Ray Reconstruction), whereas the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile is capped at DLSS 2.0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) — a 64.7% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s | 448 GB/s+65% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+500% | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+300% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | 6th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | 4th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile's 115W — a 0% difference. The GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 240mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W | 115W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-15% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Mobile |
| Length | 240mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C-14% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+8% | 157.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | — |
| Codename | AD107 | TU104B |
| Release | May 18 2023 | April 2 2020 |
| Ranking | #84 | #172 |
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