Review and testing of video cards ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB

Review and Testing of the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB Graphics Card

In this test, we have the honor to test a video card from ASUS - the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC model. It is based on the advanced NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, which provides decent graphics quality and high performance.

This subsection of our review highlights the main aspects of the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC, such as appearance and hardware configuration.

Appearance: The sleek and modern design of the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB video cards is compact and refined, comparable to larger models. The product features careful placement of components, demonstrating attention to detail and quality workmanship.

There are no additional accessories included with the video card, emphasizing its self-sufficiency.

Design Features: An interesting detail is the unique cutout on the rear panel, which helps improve cooling efficiency through improved air circulation.

Cooling efficiency: By occupying two PCI-E slots, the graphics card provides optimal cooling, which helps improve overall system performance.

Energy efficiency: The 8-pin power connector on the side panel demonstrates the video cards' reduced power consumption, making them a versatile choice for a variety of systems.

Video outputs: ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB is equipped with four video outputs, including one HDMI and three DisplayPorts, supporting 8K resolution, setting it apart from its competitors.

 Built on the cutting-edge NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB is the epitome of innovative technology and superior performance. This graphics card offers users a unique combination of high energy efficiency and power, making it an ideal choice for both gamers and professionals.

One of the key elements of the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB is streaming multiprocessors with NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, which provide double the performance and energy efficiency compared to previous generations. The graphics card is equipped with fourth-generation Tensor Cores that support DLSS 3, which significantly increases rendering speed, offering up to four times faster performance than traditional methods.

Third-generation RT cores also play an important role in doubling ray tracing performance and enhancing realism and visual fidelity in games and applications that use ray tracing technologies.

The video cards design features Axial-tech fans with extended blades and a restrictor ring to increase air pressure for efficient cooling. The 2.5 slot form factor ensures wide compatibility and excellent cooling even in compact PC cases.

ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB also offers a silent cooler mode under low loads and the ability to choose between quiet and high-speed operating modes using a hardware switch. The fans' dual ball bearings have twice the lifespan of traditional plain bearings for durability and reliability.

Thus, ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB represents an outstanding combination of innovative technologies and powerful performance, suitable for the most demanding gaming tasks and professional applications.

The GPU Tweak interface has been updated to make it easier and more intuitive to use, highlighting key features and simplifying the setup process. VF Tuner, a manual overclocking tool, has also been redesigned to be easier and cleaner to use. In addition, the list of exclusive features includes features such as 0 dB technology for silent fan operation, automatic profile switching and monitoring logging function.

With ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB, users have access to a powerful tool for detailed configuration and control of video cards, allowing them to optimize their performance and achieve exceptional image quality.

In standard mode, the video card operates at 2565 MHz at 100% power limit, providing excellent gaming performance. In game mode, the frequency can reach up to 2750 MHz.

In automatic overclocking mode, the GPU frequency can be increased up to 2950 MHz, while the power limit rises to 110%, providing additional power for improved performance.

Quiet mode lowers the processor frequency to 2535 MHz and sets the power limit at 90%, reducing noise and temperature while maintaining sufficient performance for most tasks.

This flexibility makes the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB an ideal choice for users who are looking for a balance between power, quiet operation and energy efficiency.

Energy efficiency testing of ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB video cards was carried out in an assembly that included an Intel Core i9 13900K processor and an Asus Z790 motherboard, mounted in a closed DeepCool CH510 WH case.

As a result of tests performed using the FurMark program, the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB video card showed excellent thermal efficiency and energy efficiency. At full load, the device reached a maximum temperature of 64 degrees Celsius, while its power consumption was 165 watts.

These indicators reflect the high efficiency of the video cards cooling system and confirm that the level of power consumption is within the normal range for video cards of this class. Reaching temperatures of 64 degrees Celsius under intense operation highlights the skillful balancing between power and cooling efficiency, which is key to ensuring long-term stability and reliability of video cards.

Thus, ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB demonstrates impressive results in terms of thermal efficiency and power management, making it an ideal choice for users seeking the optimal combination of performance and energy efficiency.

GAMES

 

All games were taken at the discretion of the editors, from the point of view of why this new product could be purchased now.

 

Alan wake 2

 

Testing took place at maximum quality settings (with ray tracing).

• 1920x1080: The ASUS graphics card delivers an average FPS of 29, which is 3 FPS higher than the GEFORCE RTX 4060 Ti GAMING OC 8G and significantly higher than older models. Using Frame Generator, FPS increases to 53, providing better performance at this resolution.
• 2560x1440: At this resolution, ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB reaches 18 FPS, which is 4 FPS higher than GEFORCE RTX 4060 Ti GAMING OC 8G. With Frame Generator, the video card reaches 35 FPS, providing a comfortable gaming experience.
• 3840x2160: At the highest resolution, ASUS shows 8 FPS without Frame Generator and 16 FPS with it, which is one of the best indicators among the compared models.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare III

 

Testing took place at maximum quality settings (with ray tracing).

 

• 1920x1080: Here ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB shows an average FPS of 101, which is 5 FPS higher than GEFORCE RTX 4060 Ti GAMING OC 8G. With Frame Generator, FPS increases to 140, which is an excellent result for a comfortable game.
• 2560x1440 and 3840x2160: In both cases, ASUS delivers comparable performance to the GEFORCE RTX 4060 Ti GAMING OC 8G, delivering a decent gaming experience.

forspoken

 

Testing took place at maximum quality settings (with ray tracing).

 

• 1920x1080: ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB produces 58 FPS, which is 5 FPS more than GEFORCE RTX 4060 Ti GAMING OC 8G. With Frame Generator, FPS increases to 93.
• 2560x1440 and 3840x2160: On both screen sizes, ASUS demonstrates good performance, maintaining high FPS, especially when using Frame Generator.

Ratchet and Clank - Rift Apart

 

Testing took place at maximum quality settings.

 

• 1920x1080: ASUS shows better performance with 57 FPS, which is 11 FPS more than GEFORCE RTX 4060 Ti GAMING OC 8G. With Frame Generator FPS reaches 97.
• 2560x1440 and 3840x2160: ASUS graphics card continues to deliver superior performance, delivering high FPS at all resolution levels.

The Last of Us Part I

 

Testing took place at maximum settings.

 

• 1920x1080: ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB produces an average FPS of 94, which is one of the best results among the compared models.
• 2560x1440 and 3840x2160: On these separate screens, ASUS continues to demonstrate high performance, providing a comfortable FPS level for gaming.

CONCLUSION

The ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB stands out from other graphics cards thanks to its significant amount of video memory and Frame Generation technology, making it an ideal choice for users seeking maximum performance and image quality in modern games and applications.

1. Performance with Frame Generation: With 16 GB of video memory, the video card is able to use Frame Generation technology more efficiently, especially in high screen sizes and complex gaming scenarios. This ensures a smoother gaming session and higher image quality, which is especially noticeable in graphics-intensive games.

2. Improved Permission and Detail Support: Large video memory allows the video card to process more data at a time, which is especially important when playing games in large screen sizes or when using advanced graphics settings. This results in better performance and more detailed rendering.

3. Advantages in Complex Graphics Tasks: 16 GB of VRAM provides enough resources to handle complex graphics tasks such as ray tracing and artificial frame enhancement via DLSS, making the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB suitable for the latest games and professional graphics applications.

4. Future Readiness: As games and applications become more resource-demanding, 16GB of VRAM ensures the graphics card stays fresh and efficient for a long time, providing investment sustainability.

Overall, the ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti DUAL OC 16 GB with 16 GB VRAM offers significant advantages for gamers and professionals looking for maximum performance and quality in modern gaming and graphics applications. The large amount of video memory makes it ideal for resource-intensive technologies such as Frame Generation.