GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

2019Core: 1470 MHzBoost: 1650 MHz

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NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023Core: 2310 MHzBoost: 2535 MHz

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Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

2019

Why buy it

  • Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 41.3 vs 0 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
  • 100% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (272 vs 136).

Trade-offs

  • Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
  • No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
  • Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.

GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

2023

Why buy it

  • 28.5% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
  • Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
  • More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

  • Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (136 vs 272), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
  • Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 41.3 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $399 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU better than GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?
Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is clearly the better overall GPU here. GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU averages 28.5% more FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. You are also looking at 17,400 vs 16,477 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is a 2023 card with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation, while GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is a 2019 model from an older generation with DLSS Super Resolution. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2023 generation instead of 2019, better upscaling support with DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023) instead of DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020) and better frame-generation support with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023) instead of DLSS Super Resolution, and a 5nm process instead of 12nm. That broader feature stack should age better as more games lean on modern upscaling and frame-generation support.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?
GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus $399 MSRP, and you are getting 28.5% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 5.6% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.
Is GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER still worth buying for gaming in 2026?
Yes. GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $399 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU earns that extra money with a clearly stronger gaming result and a more complete overall package.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
1080p
low153 FPS177 FPS
medium136 FPS162 FPS
high119 FPS142 FPS
ultra100 FPS124 FPS
1440p
low132 FPS143 FPS
medium107 FPS118 FPS
high92 FPS101 FPS
ultra83 FPS93 FPS
4K
low75 FPS93 FPS
medium64 FPS79 FPS
high49 FPS66 FPS
ultra43 FPS59 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
1080p
low317 FPS416 FPS
medium269 FPS348 FPS
high218 FPS282 FPS
ultra177 FPS225 FPS
1440p
low210 FPS269 FPS
medium179 FPS226 FPS
high145 FPS188 FPS
ultra119 FPS154 FPS
4K
low111 FPS117 FPS
medium93 FPS97 FPS
high76 FPS82 FPS
ultra59 FPS64 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
1080p
low741 FPS783 FPS
medium593 FPS626 FPS
high494 FPS522 FPS
ultra371 FPS392 FPS
1440p
low556 FPS587 FPS
medium445 FPS470 FPS
high371 FPS392 FPS
ultra278 FPS294 FPS
4K
low371 FPS392 FPS
medium297 FPS313 FPS
high247 FPS261 FPS
ultra185 FPS196 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
1080p
low434 FPS775 FPS
medium367 FPS626 FPS
high297 FPS522 FPS
ultra256 FPS392 FPS
1440p
low361 FPS587 FPS
medium309 FPS470 FPS
high239 FPS392 FPS
ultra198 FPS294 FPS
4K
low206 FPS374 FPS
medium170 FPS313 FPS
high157 FPS261 FPS
ultra123 FPS196 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 9 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1470 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 2176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,477 points. Launch price was $399.

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 GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER scores 16,477 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 17,400 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU leads by 5.6%. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU uses Ada Lovelace, both on 12 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 2,176 (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 7.181 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 2535 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 34 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) with 272 Tensor cores vs 136.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
G3D Mark Score
16,477
17,400+6%
Architecture
Turing
Ada Lovelace
Process Node
12 nm
5 nm
Shading Units
2176
4352+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)
7.181 TFLOPS
22.06 TFLOPS+207%
Boost Clock
1650 MHz
2535 MHz+54%
ROPs
64+33%
48
TMUs
136
136
L1 Cache
2.1 MB
4.3 MB+105%
L2 Cache
4 MB
32 MB+700%
Ray Tracing Cores
34
34
Tensor Cores
272+100%
136

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is support for DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation. 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 GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU supports the newer DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution, whereas the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
Upscaling Tech
DLSS 2 Super Resolution
DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution
Frame Generation
Not Supported
DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation
Ray Reconstruction
No
Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 256 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) — a 75% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
VRAM Capacity
8 GB
8 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
448 GB/s+75%
256 GB/s
Bus Width
256-bit+100%
128-bit
L2 Cache
4 MB
32 MB+700%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) 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.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
DirectX
12 Ultimate
12 Ultimate
Vulkan
1.3
1.4+8%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Decoder: NVDEC 4th Gen vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8 (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU).

FeatureGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
Encoder
NVENC 7th Gen
NVENC (8th Gen)
Decoder
NVDEC 4th Gen
NVDEC (5th Gen)
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8
H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER draws 175W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU's 160W — a 9% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 80°C.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
TDP
175W
160W-9%
Recommended PSU
550W-15%
650W
Power Connector
8-pin
Mobile
Length
229mm
Height
112mm
Slots
2
0-100%
Temp (Load)
70-13%
80°C
Perf/Watt
94.2
108.8+15%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).

FeatureGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
MSRP
$399
Codename
TU106
AD106
Release
July 9 2019
May 18 2023
Ranking
#121
#59