GPU Comparison
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Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop and GeForce RTX 5060.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 5060 comes out significantly faster — about 37% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop. The GeForce RTX 5060 is the cheaper option by $273,742 JPY.
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GeForce RTX 5060 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 5060 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop
The GeForce RTX 5060 is significantly faster, around 37% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 5060 is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 5060 packs 3,840 CUDA cores versus 3,072 on the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 5060 currently lists from $60,018 JPY, $273,742 JPY less than the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop at $333,760 JPY. The GeForce RTX 5060 still sits about $59,719 JPY above its $299 JPY MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop is the gentler choice at 115W versus 145W. The GeForce RTX 5060 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 145W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Blackwell architecture on a TSMC 4N process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 5060's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 256 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 5060 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (Blackwell vs Ada Lovelace), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop or GeForce RTX 5060?
The GeForce RTX 5060 is the faster card by about 37%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 5060 better than the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop or the GeForce RTX 5060?
Is the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop worth the extra $273,742 JPY over the GeForce RTX 5060?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 3,072 | 3,840✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 24 | 30✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 96 | 120✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,470 MHz | 2,280 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 2,370 MHz | 2,497 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 16 Gbps | 28 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 115 W✓ | 145 W |
| Power Connectors | None | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | Feb 2023 | May 2025 |
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