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

✅Costs $6,600 less on MSRP ($399 MSRP vs $6,999 MSRP).
✅Delivers 1183% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 56.8 vs 4.4 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs $6,999 MSRP).
✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
✅Draws 160W instead of 300W, a 140W reduction.
✅Measures 240mm instead of 267mm, a 27mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 48 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (136 vs 440), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

2025

Why buy it

✅40.5% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅223.5% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (440 vs 136).
✅500% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (48 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
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1654.1% HIGHER MSRP
$6,999 MSRPvs$399 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 4.4 vs 56.8 G3D/$ ($6,999 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
❌87.5% higher power demand at 300W vs 160W.
❌11.3% longer card at 267mm vs 240mm.

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

2023

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $6,600 less on MSRP ($399 MSRP vs $6,999 MSRP).
✅Delivers 1183% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 56.8 vs 4.4 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs $6,999 MSRP).
✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
✅Draws 160W instead of 300W, a 140W reduction.
✅Measures 240mm instead of 267mm, a 27mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅40.5% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅223.5% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (440 vs 136).
✅500% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (48 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 48 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (136 vs 440), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
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1654.1% HIGHER MSRP
$6,999 MSRPvs$399 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 4.4 vs 56.8 G3D/$ ($6,999 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
❌87.5% higher power demand at 300W vs 160W.
❌11.3% longer card at 267mm vs 240mm.

Quick Answers

So, is RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell better than GeForce RTX 4060 Ti?

Yes. RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 40.5% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data, 36.7% higher PassMark G3D performance, 440 vs 136 Tensor cores, and 48 GB vs 8 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2025 instead of 2023, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting better upscaling support with DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack and better frame-generation support with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. 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?

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is about 1654.1% more expensive on MSRP at $6,999 MSRP versus $399 MSRP, and you are getting 40.5% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data and 36.7% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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, RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 4060 Ti still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

When does GeForce RTX 4060 Ti make more sense than RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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 lower power draw (160W vs 300W), future-proofing, and staying closer to $399 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell. The trade-off is that RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell currently gives you 36.7% higher G3D Mark and 40.5% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
1080p
low	177 FPS	275 FPS
medium	162 FPS	255 FPS
high	142 FPS	218 FPS
ultra	124 FPS	190 FPS
1440p
low	143 FPS	260 FPS
medium	118 FPS	216 FPS
high	101 FPS	172 FPS
ultra	93 FPS	155 FPS
4K
low	93 FPS	179 FPS
medium	79 FPS	149 FPS
high	66 FPS	112 FPS
ultra	59 FPS	100 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
1080p
low	425 FPS	774 FPS
medium	359 FPS	613 FPS
high	292 FPS	462 FPS
ultra	237 FPS	396 FPS
1440p
low	270 FPS	605 FPS
medium	229 FPS	496 FPS
high	186 FPS	390 FPS
ultra	154 FPS	309 FPS
4K
low	117 FPS	322 FPS
medium	95 FPS	266 FPS
high	77 FPS	238 FPS
ultra	60 FPS	199 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
1080p
low	855 FPS	931 FPS
medium	693 FPS	762 FPS
high	609 FPS	689 FPS
ultra	510 FPS	597 FPS
1440p
low	660 FPS	721 FPS
medium	527 FPS	590 FPS
high	452 FPS	522 FPS
ultra	382 FPS	446 FPS
4K
low	447 FPS	501 FPS
medium	355 FPS	415 FPS
high	308 FPS	367 FPS
ultra	255 FPS	305 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
1080p
low	775 FPS	963 FPS
medium	639 FPS	883 FPS
high	558 FPS	774 FPS
ultra	492 FPS	697 FPS
1440p
low	613 FPS	748 FPS
medium	503 FPS	669 FPS
high	435 FPS	588 FPS
ultra	378 FPS	520 FPS
4K
low	375 FPS	556 FPS
medium	322 FPS	499 FPS
high	298 FPS	445 FPS
ultra	255 FPS	348 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4060 Ti and RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

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.

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1740 MHz to 2377 MHz. It has 14080 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 110 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 30,968 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti scores 22,651 versus the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell's 30,968 — the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell leads by 36.7%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell uses Blackwell 2.0, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 14,080 (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). Raw compute: 22.06 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 66.94 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). Boost clocks: 2535 MHz vs 2377 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 110 (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell) with 136 Tensor cores vs 440.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
G3D Mark Score	22,651	30,968+37%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	4352	14080+224%
Compute (TFLOPS)	22.06 TFLOPS	66.94 TFLOPS+203%
Boost Clock	2535 MHz+7%	2377 MHz
ROPs	48	176+267%
TMUs	136	440+224%
L1 Cache	4.3 MB	13.8 MB+221%
L2 Cache	32 MB	96 MB+200%
Ray Tracing Cores	34	110+224%
Tensor Cores	136	440+224%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 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 RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is capped at DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell has 48 GB. The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 1024 GB/s (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell) — a 255.6% advantage for the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 96 MB (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell) — the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	48 GB+500%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR7
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s	1024 GB/s+256%
Bus Width	128-bit	384-bit+200%
L2 Cache	32 MB	96 MB+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 12 Ultimate (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
DirectX	12.2+2%	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
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) (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). 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,VP9,AV1 (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
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,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti draws 160W versus the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell's 300W — a 60.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 650W (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 240mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4060 Ti	RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
TDP	160W-47%	300W
Recommended PSU	550W-15%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	240mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C-7%	75
Perf/Watt	141.6+37%	103.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP, while the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell launched at $6999. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti costs 94.3% less ($6600 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 56.8 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) vs 4.4 (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell) — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers 1190.9% better value. The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).