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.

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 4060 Ti

2023

Why buy it

✅8.3% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅13.3% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (136 vs 120).
✅Measures 240mm instead of 241mm, a 1mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

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33.4% HIGHER MSRP
$399 MSRPvs$299 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 56.8 vs 69.7 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 5060

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $100 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
✅Delivers 22.8% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 69.7 vs 56.8 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 Ti across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (120 vs 136), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

2023

GeForce RTX 5060

2025

Why buy it

✅8.3% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅13.3% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (136 vs 120).
✅Measures 240mm instead of 241mm, a 1mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅Costs $100 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
✅Delivers 22.8% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 69.7 vs 56.8 G3D/$ ($299 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

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33.4% HIGHER MSRP
$399 MSRPvs$299 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 56.8 vs 69.7 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4060 Ti across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (120 vs 136), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4060 Ti better than GeForce RTX 5060?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 8.3% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data, 8.7% higher PassMark G3D performance, and 136 vs 120 Tensor cores. It also comes from 2023 instead of 2025, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 5060 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2025 generation instead of 2023 and better upscaling support with DLSS 4 Super Resolution (2025) instead of DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023) and better frame-generation support with DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation (2025) instead of DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023). 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 Ti is about 33.4% more expensive on MSRP at $399 MSRP versus $299 MSRP, and you are getting 8.3% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data and 8.7% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 5060 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 Ti is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 5060 still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

When does GeForce RTX 5060 make more sense than GeForce RTX 4060 Ti?

Yes. GeForce RTX 5060 is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p, very strong for 1440p, and still capable at 4K with sensible settings or upscaling. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, future-proofing, and staying closer to $299 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 4060 Ti. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 4060 Ti currently gives you 8.7% higher G3D Mark and 8.3% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 5060 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

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.

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 5060 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
1080p
low	177 FPS	176 FPS
medium	162 FPS	161 FPS
high	142 FPS	141 FPS
ultra	124 FPS	123 FPS
1440p
low	143 FPS	141 FPS
medium	118 FPS	117 FPS
high	101 FPS	101 FPS
ultra	93 FPS	93 FPS
4K
low	93 FPS	92 FPS
medium	79 FPS	78 FPS
high	66 FPS	66 FPS
ultra	59 FPS	59 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
1080p
low	425 FPS	378 FPS
medium	359 FPS	322 FPS
high	292 FPS	256 FPS
ultra	237 FPS	205 FPS
1440p
low	270 FPS	237 FPS
medium	229 FPS	206 FPS
high	186 FPS	166 FPS
ultra	154 FPS	134 FPS
4K
low	117 FPS	117 FPS
medium	95 FPS	97 FPS
high	77 FPS	80 FPS
ultra	60 FPS	62 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
1080p
low	855 FPS	835 FPS
medium	693 FPS	676 FPS
high	609 FPS	594 FPS
ultra	510 FPS	469 FPS
1440p
low	660 FPS	639 FPS
medium	527 FPS	516 FPS
high	452 FPS	443 FPS
ultra	382 FPS	352 FPS
4K
low	447 FPS	422 FPS
medium	355 FPS	339 FPS
high	308 FPS	289 FPS
ultra	255 FPS	234 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
1080p
low	775 FPS	743 FPS
medium	639 FPS	608 FPS
high	558 FPS	532 FPS
ultra	492 FPS	469 FPS
1440p
low	613 FPS	600 FPS
medium	503 FPS	490 FPS
high	435 FPS	424 FPS
ultra	378 FPS	352 FPS
4K
low	375 FPS	362 FPS
medium	322 FPS	310 FPS
high	298 FPS	287 FPS
ultra	255 FPS	234 FPS

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Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 Ti and GeForce RTX 5060

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.

GeForce RTX 5060

The GeForce RTX 5060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 19 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2280 MHz to 2497 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 145W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,836 points. Launch price was $299.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti scores 22,651 versus the GeForce RTX 5060's 20,836 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti leads by 8.7%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 5060 uses Blackwell 2.0, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 3,840 (GeForce RTX 5060). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 19.18 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5060). Boost clocks: 2535 MHz vs 2497 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 30 (GeForce RTX 5060) with 136 Tensor cores vs 120.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
G3D Mark Score	22,651+9%	20,836
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	4352+13%	3840
Compute (TFLOPS)	22.06 TFLOPS+15%	19.18 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2535 MHz+2%	2497 MHz
ROPs	48	48
TMUs	136+13%	120
L1 Cache	4.3 MB+13%	3.8 MB
L2 Cache	32 MB	32 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	34+13%	30
Tensor Cores	136+13%	120

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support Frame Generation, but the GeForce RTX 5060 is on a newer tier with DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti tops out at DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation.The GeForce RTX 5060 supports the newer DLSS 4 Super Resolution, whereas the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is capped at DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	DLSS 4 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation+14%
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	Yes (DLSS 4)+14%
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5060) — a 55.6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5060. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR7
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s	448 GB/s+56%
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	32 MB	32 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 5060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
DirectX	12.2+2%	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: 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs NVENC 9th gen (GeForce RTX 5060). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 6th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 5060).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
Encoder	8th Gen NVENC	NVENC 9th gen
Decoder	5th Gen NVDEC	NVDEC 6th gen
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti draws 160W versus the GeForce RTX 5060's 145W — a 9.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 5060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 5060). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 240mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 65°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5060
TDP	160W	145W-9%
Recommended PSU	550W	450W-18%
Power Connector	8-pin	8-pin
Length	240mm	241mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	65°C-7%
Perf/Watt	141.6	143.7+1%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 5060 launched at $299. The GeForce RTX 5060 costs 25.1% less ($100 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 56.8 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 69.7 (GeForce RTX 5060) — the GeForce RTX 5060 offers 22.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 5060 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).