GeForce RTX 4060 vs RTX A5500
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 RTX A5500
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX A5500 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (24 GB vs 8 GB). 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 | RTX A5500 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $299 versus $2,200 for the RTX A5500, it costs 86% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 581.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4060 | RTX A5500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+581.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($299) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,200) |
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 RTX A5500
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.
RTX A5500
The RTX A5500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1080 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 10240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 21,108 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 scores 19,548 versus the RTX A5500's 21,108 — the RTX A5500 leads by 8%. The GeForce RTX 4060 is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX A5500 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 10,240 (RTX A5500). Raw compute: 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 34.1 TFLOPS (RTX A5500). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1665 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 80 (RTX A5500) with 96 Tensor cores vs 320.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | RTX A5500 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,548 | 21,108+8% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072 | 10240+233% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.11 TFLOPS | 34.1 TFLOPS+126% |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+48% | 1665 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 96+100% |
| TMUs | 96 | 320+233% |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB | 10 MB+233% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+300% | 6 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 24 | 80+233% |
| 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 RTX A5500 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 RTX A5500 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | RTX A5500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTX A5500 has 24 GB. The RTX A5500 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 272 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 768 GB/s (RTX A5500) — a 182.4% advantage for the RTX A5500. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 6 MB (RTX A5500) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | RTX A5500 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 24 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 272 GB/s | 768 GB/s+182% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 384-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+300% | 6 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 12.1 (RTX A5500). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | RTX A5500 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 7th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX A5500). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A5500).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | RTX A5500 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | 7th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4060 draws 115W versus the RTX A5500's 230W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 450W (RTX A5500). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 73°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | RTX A5500 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W-50% | 230W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 450W-18% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 240mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 73°C-9% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 170.0+85% | 91.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $299, while the RTX A5500 launched at $3600 and now averages $2200. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 86.4% less ($1901 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) vs 9.6 (RTX A5500) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 581.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4060 | RTX A5500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-92% | $3600 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $299-86% | $2200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.4+581% | 9.6 |
| Codename | AD107 | GA102 |
| Release | May 18 2023 | March 22 2022 |
| Ranking | #84 | #67 |
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