GeForce RTX 4060 vs Radeon RX 6700S
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 Radeon RX 6700S
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 29.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 6700S.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | Radeon RX 6700S |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+29.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-29.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) / 7nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $299 versus $300 for the Radeon RX 6700S, it costs 0% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 30.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | Radeon RX 6700S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+30.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($299) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) |
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 Radeon RX 6700S
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.
Radeon RX 6700S
The Radeon RX 6700S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1700 MHz to 2000 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,061 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the Radeon RX 6700S's 15,061 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 29.8%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the Radeon RX 6700S uses RDNA 2.0, both on 5 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 1,792 (Radeon RX 6700S). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 7.168 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 6700S). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 2000 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 28 (Radeon RX 6700S) with 96 Tensor cores.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Radeon RX 6700S |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548+30% | 15,061 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | RDNA 2.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+71% | 1792 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS+111% | 7.168 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+23% | 2000 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 96 | 112+17% |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+500% | 0.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1100% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 24 | 28+17% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
Both GPUs support Frame Generation technologies, but they achieve it differently. The GeForce RTX 4060 uses DLSS 3 (AI-based) which is hardware-accelerated on Tensor Cores, often providing superior image quality. The Radeon RX 6700S utilizes FSR 3 & AFMF, which is more open but driver-based. Both can significantly boost FPS in supported titles.The GeForce RTX 4060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon RX 6700S relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Radeon RX 6700S |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 224 GB/s (Radeon RX 6700S) — a 21.4% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 2 MB (Radeon RX 6700S) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Radeon RX 6700S |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s+21% | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1100% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12 (12_2) (Radeon RX 6700S). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Radeon RX 6700S |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (12_2) |
| 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 RDNA 2 Media Engine (Radeon RX 6700S). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs VCN 3.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 6700S).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Radeon RX 6700S |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | RDNA 2 Media Engine |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | VCN 3.0 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the Radeon RX 6700S's 80W — a 35.9% difference. The Radeon RX 6700S is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 650W (Radeon RX 6700S). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Radeon RX 6700S |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W | 80W-30% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-15% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Mobile |
| Length | 240mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C-14% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0 | 188.3+11% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the Radeon RX 6700S launched at $479 and now averages $300. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 0.3% less ($1 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 50.2 (Radeon RX 6700S) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 30.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | Radeon RX 6700S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-38% | $479 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299 | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4+30% | 50.2 |
| Codename | AD107 | Navi 23 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #84 | #151 |
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