RTX A4500 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
RTX A4500
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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 RTX A4500
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 7.4% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (8 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX A4500.
| Insight | RTX A4500 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-7.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+7.4%) |
| 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 (2 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $380 versus $800 for the RTX A4500, it costs 53% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 126.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX A4500 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+126.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800) | ✅More affordable ($380) |
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 RTX A4500 and GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
RTX A4500
The RTX A4500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 23 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1050 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 7168 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 56 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 21,094 points.
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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: 22,651 points. Launch price was $399.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX A4500 scores 21,094 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 22,651 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti leads by 7.4%. The RTX A4500 is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti uses Ada Lovelace, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 7,168 (RTX A4500) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Raw compute: 23.65 TFLOPS (RTX A4500) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 2535 MHz. Ray tracing: 56 RT cores (RTX A4500) vs 34 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) with 224 Tensor cores vs 136.
| Feature | RTX A4500 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 21,094 | 22,651+7% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 7168+65% | 4352 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 23.65 TFLOPS+7% | 22.06 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1650 MHz | 2535 MHz+54% |
| ROPs | 96+100% | 48 |
| TMUs | 224+65% | 136 |
| L1 Cache | 7 MB+63% | 4.3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 32 MB+433% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 56+65% | 34 |
| Tensor Cores | 224+65% | 136 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | RTX A4500 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| 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 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (RTX A4500) vs 288 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — a 55.6% advantage for the RTX A4500. Bus width: 192-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RTX A4500) vs 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX A4500 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s+56% | 288 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+50% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 32 MB+433% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (RTX A4500) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX A4500 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX A4500) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A4500) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti).
| Feature | RTX A4500 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 7th Gen NVENC (2x) | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX A4500 draws 200W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 160W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (RTX A4500) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 240mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | RTX A4500 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 160W-20% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W-18% | 550W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 240mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 70°C-13% |
| Perf/Watt | 105.5 | 141.6+34% |
Value Analysis
The RTX A4500 launched at $1699 MSRP and currently averages $800, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $380. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti costs 52.5% less ($420 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.4 (RTX A4500) vs 59.6 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 125.8% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).
| Feature | RTX A4500 | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1699 | $399-77% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $800 | $380-53% |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.4 | 59.6+126% |
| Codename | GA102 | AD106 |
| Release | November 23 2021 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #68 | #59 |
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