RTX 3060 Ti vs RTX 4060
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (2020) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (2023).
RTX 3060 Ti
NVIDIA Mid-range
- ✓ ~12% faster on average
- ✓ Wider memory bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
RTX 4060
NVIDIA Mid-range
- ✓ Lower power draw (115 W vs 200 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($299 vs $399)
- ✓ Newer (2023 vs 2020)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RTX 3060 Ti is around 12% faster than the RTX 4060 on average — a modest edge you may notice in demanding titles, but not a generational leap.
At launch pricing, the RTX 4060 offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 4060 is the more power-efficient chip.
Estimated performance
Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.
Specs side by side
| Specification | RTX 3060 Ti | RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Release year | 2020 | 2023 |
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| Shading units | ||
| Boost clock | ||
| FP32 compute | ||
| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | ||
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| Launch MSRP |
Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 3060 Ti better than the RTX 4060?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 3060 Ti is about 12% faster than the RTX 4060 on average.
How much faster is the RTX 3060 Ti than the RTX 4060?
Roughly 12% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RTX 4060 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.