
RTX A4500 Embedded GPU vs GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

RTX A4500 Embedded GPU
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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
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU is positioned at rank #76 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar RTX A4500 Embedded GPU
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 105.1% 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 RTX A4500 Embedded GPU.
| Insight | RTX A4500 Embedded GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-105.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+105.1%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU 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.

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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of RTX A4500 Embedded GPU and GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

RTX A4500 Embedded GPU
The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 30 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 510 MHz to 1215 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,485 points.

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2535 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,400 points. Launch price was $399.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX A4500 Embedded GPU scores 8,485 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 17,400 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU leads by 105.1%. The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU uses Ada Lovelace, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 14.31 TFLOPS (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Boost clocks: 1215 MHz vs 2535 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 34 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) with 184 Tensor cores vs 136.
| Feature | RTX A4500 Embedded GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8,485 | 17,400+105% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+35% | 4352 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 14.31 TFLOPS | 22.06 TFLOPS+54% |
| Boost Clock | 1215 MHz | 2535 MHz+109% |
| ROPs | 96+100% | 48 |
| TMUs | 184+35% | 136 |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+35% | 4.3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 32 MB+700% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46+35% | 34 |
| Tensor Cores | 184+35% | 136 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU 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 A4500 Embedded GPU lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | RTX A4500 Embedded GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX A4500 Embedded GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 32 MB+700% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX A4500 Embedded GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8.0 (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP11 vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU).
| Feature | RTX A4500 Embedded GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8.0 | NVENC (8th Gen) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP11 | NVDEC (5th Gen) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU draws 80W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 160W — a 66.7% difference. The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.
| Feature | RTX A4500 Embedded GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 80W-50% | 160W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-23% | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 106.1 | 108.8+3% |
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