GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce RTX 5060
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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 5060
Why is GeForce RTX 5060 better than GeForce RTX 4060?
The GeForce RTX 5060 outperforms the RTX 4060 by 15-30% depending on the workload, representing a solid generational improvement. Both launched at $299, but the RTX 5060's Blackwell architecture with 8GB GDDR7 memory offers 65% higher bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 272 GB/s). In popular titles like Cyberpunk 2077, the RTX 5060 achieves 92 FPS versus 78 FPS (+18%), while Call of Duty: MW3 shows 167 FPS vs 141 FPS (+18%).
The RTX 5060 shines with DLSS 4 and Multi-Frame Generation support, boosting Cyberpunk 2077 with RT to 91 FPS compared to 52 FPS on the 4060 (+75%). Synthetic benchmarks show even larger gaps: Fire Strike Extreme (+36%) and Port Royal (+40%). The 5060 also leads in AI inference tasks with 31% better performance.
For budget 1080p gaming, the RTX 5060 delivers better value per frame (23% lower cost at 1080p, 41% lower at 4K). Users with RTX 4060 cards may find the upgrade worthwhile only if DLSS 4 frame generation is essential. New buyers should definitely choose the RTX 5060 for its improved performance and future-proofing.
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 5060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 4060.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-6.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+6.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 5060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $299 (vs $299), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 6.6% better value per dollar than the GeForce RTX 4060.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+6.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 5060
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 5060
The GeForce RTX 5060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 19 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2280 MHz to 2497 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 145W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,836 points. Launch price was $299.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the GeForce RTX 5060's 20,836 — the GeForce RTX 5060 leads by 6.6%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 5060 uses Blackwell 2.0, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 3,840 (GeForce RTX 5060). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 19.18 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5060). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 2497 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 30 (GeForce RTX 5060) with 96 Tensor cores vs 120.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548 | 20,836+7% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072 | 3840+25% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS | 19.18 TFLOPS+27% |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz | 2497 MHz+2% |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| TMUs | 96 | 120+25% |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB | 3.8 MB+27% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB | 32 MB+33% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 24 | 30+25% |
| Tensor Cores | 96 | 120+25% |
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 5060 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 RTX 5060 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5060) — a 64.7% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5060. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 32 MB (GeForce RTX 5060) — the GeForce RTX 5060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s | 448 GB/s+65% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB | 32 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 5060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| 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 9th gen (GeForce RTX 5060). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 6th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 5060).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 9th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 6th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the GeForce RTX 5060's 145W — a 23.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 5060). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W-21% | 145W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 450W-18% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 240mm | 241mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C | 65°C-11% |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+18% | 143.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the GeForce RTX 5060 launched at $299 and now averages $299. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 69.7 (GeForce RTX 5060) — the GeForce RTX 5060 offers 6.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 5060 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | $299 |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4 | 69.7+7% |
| Codename | AD107 | GB206 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | May 19 2025 |
| Ranking | #84 | #69 |
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