GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly faster than the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB, leading by roughly 22% in our performance index.

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GeForce RTX 4060
Price
Β£308
Perf Index
22%
Value Score
0.071
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP115W
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Awaiting Data
Perf Index
18%
Value Score
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VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP170W

GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce RTX 3060 8GB: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 4060 vs GeForce RTX 3060 8GB

The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly faster, around 22% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce RTX 4060 draws just 115W versus 170W for the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB, and it also delivers more performance per watt β€” so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom. Its more modern Ada Lovelace architecture on a TSMC N4 process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 4060's memory is faster β€” 272 GB/s versus 240 GB/s β€” which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 4060 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB (Ada Lovelace vs Ampere), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4060 or GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

The GeForce RTX 4060 is the faster card by about 22%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above β€” particularly VRAM and power draw β€” and check current stock before buying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 4060 better than the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly faster, roughly 22% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4060 or the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.