RTX A500 Embedded GPU
VS
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

RTX A500 Embedded GPU vs GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

NVIDIA

RTX A500 Embedded GPU

2022Core: 435 MHzBoost: 1335 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023Core: 2310 MHzBoost: 2535 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 A500 Embedded GPU is positioned at rank #122 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar RTX A500 Embedded GPU

#63
RTX 4500 Ada Generation
MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000
100%
#64
RTX 4000 Ada Generation
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547
97%
#65
RTX A4000H
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927
95%
#66
Radeon PRO W7800
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200
88%
#107
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
1192%
#122
RTX A500 Embedded GPU
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#124
Radeon Pro W5500X
MSRP: $599|Avg: $500
99%
#125
Quadro T2000
MSRP: $600|Avg: $75
98%
#130
FirePro D300
MSRP: $500|Avg: $20
92%
#131
Radeon Pro WX 3200
MSRP: $199|Avg: $199
90%
#132
Radeon Pro WX 5100
MSRP: $499|Avg: $120
89%
#134
Quadro P2000 (móvel)
MSRP: $500|Avg: $150
86%
#135
Quadro P3000
MSRP: $600|Avg: $80
86%
#136
Quadro P3000 (móvel)
MSRP: $600|Avg: $200
86%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

#4
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#16
Radeon RX 7600S
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
83%
#19
Radeon RX 5600
MSRP: $229|Avg: $150
74%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

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 180.8% 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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU.

InsightRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-180.8%)
Leading raw performance (+180.8%)
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
❌ Less VRAM capacity
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RTX A500 Embedded GPU and GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

NVIDIA

RTX A500 Embedded GPU

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 30 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 435 MHz to 1335 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 20W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,197 points.

NVIDIA

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 A500 Embedded GPU scores 6,197 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 17,400 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU leads by 180.8%. The RTX A500 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: 2,048 (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 5.468 TFLOPS (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Boost clocks: 1335 MHz vs 2535 MHz. Ray tracing: 16 RT cores (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 34 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) with 64 Tensor cores vs 136.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
G3D Mark Score
6,197
17,400+181%
Architecture
Ampere
Ada Lovelace
Process Node
8 nm
5 nm
Shading Units
2048
4352+113%
Compute (TFLOPS)
5.468 TFLOPS
22.06 TFLOPS+303%
Boost Clock
1335 MHz
2535 MHz+90%
ROPs
32
48+50%
TMUs
64
136+113%
L1 Cache
2 MB
4.3 MB+115%
L2 Cache
2 MB
32 MB+1500%
Ray Tracing Cores
16
34+113%
Tensor Cores
64
136+113%

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 A500 Embedded GPU lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce 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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RTX A500 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: 2 MB (RTX A500 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.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
8 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB
32 MB+1500%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_2 (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
DirectX
12_2
12 Ultimate
Max Displays
0
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC (5th Gen).

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
Encoder
NVENC 7th Gen
NVENC (8th Gen)
Decoder
NVDEC 5th Gen
NVDEC (5th Gen)
Codecs
H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU draws 20W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 160W — a 155.6% difference. The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.

FeatureRTX A500 Embedded GPUGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
TDP
20W-88%
160W
Recommended PSU
350W-46%
650W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Mobile
Length
82mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
80°C
Perf/Watt
309.9+185%
108.8