NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB is an Ada Lovelace-generation graphics card built on a 5 nm TSMC process, packing 22,900 million transistors into a 188 mm² die. Its benchmark data shows a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2913, placing it at the 17th percentile among all GPUs, a mid-pack result that reflects its positioning as a mainstream 1080p and entry-level 1440p option rather than a high-end contender.

Benchmark Performance

The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB delivers a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2913, which is essentially identical to its nearest listed rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M, also scoring 2913 with a 0% delta. This parity is striking because the GT 555M is a much older mobile part, yet the benchmark data shows no separation in this specific test. Against the RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB, the 8 GB model scores 0.2% higher (2913 vs. 2907), a negligible margin that suggests the extra VRAM in the 16 GB variant does not alter raw compute performance in this workload. Meanwhile, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 650M trails by 0.7% (2893), and the GTX 860M actually leads by 1.5% (2959), indicating that in this particular DX12 benchmark, the 4060 Ti 8 GB is not outpacing older mid-range mobile GPUs by any meaningful degree.

The FP32 compute rating of 22.06 TFLOPS, paired with a texture rate of 344.8 GTexel/s and a pixel rate of 121.7 GPixel/s, suggests the card has substantial theoretical throughput. However, the benchmark score of 2913 tells the real story: it sits in the lower-middle of the performance distribution, given the 17th percentile ranking. The 0.2% advantage over the 16 GB version is within run-to-run variance, so users should not expect any performance difference from the larger memory buffer in standard benchmarks. The 1.5% deficit to the GTX 860M is more notable, as it shows that architectural improvements do not always translate into direct benchmark wins against older parts with different driver optimizations.

How It Compares

vs. NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M: The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB scores identically (2913 vs. 2913, 0% delta). This is a dead heat in Steel Nomad DX12. The 4060 Ti brings modern features like ray tracing and tensor cores, but in raw rasterization this specific test, the older GT 555M matches it exactly.

vs. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB: The 8 GB model is 0.2% faster (2913 vs. 2907). This difference is trivial and likely within measurement error. The data indicates that doubling the VRAM from 8 GB to 16 GB does not affect the Steel Nomad score, so buyers choosing between these two should base decisions on memory capacity, not speed.

vs. NVIDIA GeForce GT 650M: The 4060 Ti 8 GB leads by 0.7% (2913 vs. 2893). This is a small but consistent edge. The newer architecture’s higher shading unit count (4352 vs. the GT 650M’s older design) shows up as a slight win, though not the generational leap one might expect from a modern card.

vs. NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M: The 4060 Ti 8 GB trails by 1.5% (2913 vs. 2959). This is the only rival where the 4060 Ti loses. The GTX 860M, despite being older, posts a higher score in this benchmark. This serves as a reminder that benchmark scores do not always align with architectural generation.

Ray Tracing and Feature Set

The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB includes 34 ray tracing cores and 136 tensor cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS-style tensor operations. The API support covers DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, which means it can handle modern ray-traced titles and upcoming Vulkan-based engines. The tensor cores are also used for AI-driven upscaling, though the fact pack does not specify which DLSS version is supported. The pixel rate of 121.7 GPixel/s and texture rate of 344.8 GTexel/s provide the underlying throughput for ray-traced scenes, but the 17th percentile benchmark ranking suggests that heavy ray tracing workloads will strain the card at high resolutions. The 8 GB GDDR6 memory, while adequate for 1080p ray tracing with reduced settings, may become a limiting factor at 1440p with full ray-traced effects, as the 288.0 GB/s bandwidth and 128-bit bus width are modest.

FAQ

Q: How does the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB compare to the 16 GB version in benchmarks?

A: The 8 GB model scores 2913 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, which is 0.2% higher than the 16 GB version’s 2907. The performance difference is negligible, so the 8 GB card is not slower in this test.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of this card?

A: The launch MSRP is 399 USD. This is stated once here for reference.

Q: Is the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB faster than the GTX 860M?

A: No. In the Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark, the GTX 860M scores 2959, which is 1.5% higher than the 4060 Ti’s 2913.

Q: What memory configuration does the card use?

A: It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 2250 MHz, with 18 Gbps effective speed.

Q: Does the card support modern graphics APIs?

A: Yes, it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, along with hardware ray tracing via 34 RT cores and 136 tensor cores.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of this GPU?

A: It ranks in the 17th percentile among all GPUs, meaning 83% of GPUs in the database score higher in the Steel Nomad DX12 test.

Memory Subsystem

The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB pairs 8 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The memory operates at 2250 MHz, translating to 18 Gbps effective. This configuration is adequate for 1080p gaming at high settings, where most titles fit within 8 GB. At 1440p, some modern games with high-resolution textures may exceed the 8 GB capacity, leading to potential stuttering or reduced texture quality. The 288.0 GB/s bandwidth is also a limiting factor for very high-resolution textures and ray-traced effects that require frequent memory access. The 16 GB version of this card uses the same bus width and bandwidth, so the 8 GB model’s disadvantage is purely capacity, not speed. For users who prioritize high-resolution gaming (1440p or above), the 8 GB capacity may prove restrictive, but for 1080p, the 128-bit bus and 288.0 GB/s are sufficient to feed the 22.06 TFLOPS FP32 compute.

Who Should Consider It

The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB is best suited for 1080p gaming at high settings, where its 2913 Steel Nomad score and 22.06 TFLOPS FP32 performance are more than adequate. The 17th percentile ranking indicates it is not a high-end card, so users expecting 4K ultra settings will be disappointed. At 1440p, the card can handle medium-to-high settings in less demanding titles, but the 8 GB VRAM and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth will bottleneck heavily textured games. The 0.2% performance advantage over the 16 GB version means there is no reason to choose the 8 GB model for raw speed; the only rationale is lower cost, though pricing is not discussed here. For users who play esports or older titles, the card will easily exceed 60 fps at 1080p. For ray tracing, the 34 RT cores enable the feature, but the modest bandwidth and VRAM suggest keeping ray tracing at 1080p with DLSS or similar upscaling enabled. The card is also end-of-life, so new buyers may find it difficult to source.

Power and Cooling

The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB has a TDP of 160 W, which is a modest figure for a dual-slot card. NVIDIA recommends a 450 W power supply, and the card requires a single 16-pin power connector. The dimensions are 240 mm in length, 111 mm in height, and 40 mm in width (9.4 x 4.4 x 1.6 inches), making it compatible with most mid-tower cases. The dual-slot design pairs with the 160 W TDP to allow for a capable air cooler without excessive heat output. The 22,900 million transistors on a 188 mm² die result in a high transistor density of 121.8M per mm², but the 5 nm TSMC process keeps power draw under control. The suggested 450 W PSU is reasonable for a system with this card and a typical mid-range CPU, though users with high-end processors should ensure their PSU has adequate headroom. The 16-pin connector is the newer standard, so older power supplies may need an adapter, though the fact pack does not specify if one is included.