GeForce RTX 4060 vs Quadro P5200
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 Quadro P5200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 67.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P5200.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+67.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-67.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| 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 $240), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 34.7% better value per dollar than the Quadro P5200.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+34.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($299) | ✅More affordable ($240) |
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 Quadro P5200
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.
Quadro P5200
The Quadro P5200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1556 MHz to 1746 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,650 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the Quadro P5200's 11,650 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 67.8%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the Quadro P5200 uses Pascal, both on 5 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2,560 (Quadro P5200). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 8.94 TFLOPS (Quadro P5200). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1746 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548+68% | 11,650 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Pascal |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+20% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS+69% | 8.94 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+41% | 1746 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 96 | 160+67% |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+219% | 0.94 MB |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1100% | 2 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 Quadro P5200 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 Quadro P5200 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro P5200 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 offers 100% 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 2 MB (Quadro P5200) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1100% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.1 (Quadro P5200). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+18% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+2% | 4.5 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs NVENC 5.0 (Quadro P5200). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs PureVideo HD VP7. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro P5200).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 5.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | PureVideo HD VP7 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the Quadro P5200's 100W — a 14% difference. The Quadro P5200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 500W (Quadro P5200). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 240mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W | 100W-13% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 500W-9% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 240mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C-14% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+46% | 116.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the Quadro P5200 launched at $500 and now averages $240. The Quadro P5200 costs 19.7% less ($59 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 48.5 (Quadro P5200) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 34.8% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-40% | $500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | $240-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4+35% | 48.5 |
| Codename | AD107 | GP104 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | February 21 2018 |
| Ranking | #84 | #230 |
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