NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
These two cards score identically in our gaming index. The decision comes down to VRAM, power draw and price.
| Specification | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance score | 27/100 | 27/100 |
| Tier | C | C |
| VRAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Power draw (TDP) | 170 W | 115 W |
| Launch MSRP | $329 | $299 |
| Performance per $100 | 8.2 | 9.0 |
| Release year | 2021 | 2023 |
| DLSS | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| FSR | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| XeSS | — No | — No |
| Ray tracing | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Which should you buy?
Performance is a tie, so the tie-breakers below decide it. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB carries more VRAM (12GB vs 8GB), which matters at 1440p and above and for texture-heavy titles. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 draws 55W less, so it is easier on your power supply and case cooling — check the PSU calculator before committing. On launch pricing, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 offers better performance per dollar.