GeForce RTX 4060 power consumption and electricity cost
The GeForce RTX 4060 has a rated board power of 115 W. In games it typically draws about 98 W (range 69–115 W) Estimate. Paired with a Ryzen 7 7800X3D and played 3 hours a day, the whole PC costs about €10.91 a month in Germany.
| Rated board power | 115 W |
|---|---|
| Typical gaming draw | 98 W |
| Light to heavy gaming | 69–115 W |
| Idle (desktop) | about 8 W |
| Recommended PSU with a Ryzen 7 7800X3D | 450 W |
| Released | 2023 |
Gaming draw is estimated from the rated board power (60% / 85% / 100% for light, typical and heavy loads). Measured this card with a wall meter? Share it.
Monthly electricity cost by region
Whole PC: GeForce RTX 4060, Ryzen 7 7800X3D, 27″ 1440p monitor, 80 Plus Gold. 3 hours of gaming and 2 hours of other use a day.
| Region | Price per kWh | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | €0.362 | €10.91 | €131 |
| Italy | €0.314 | €9.48 | €114 |
| Spain | €0.251 | €7.57 | €90.73 |
| France | €0.249 | €7.49 | €89.87 |
| United Kingdom | £0.263 | £7.94 | £95.18 |
| Netherlands | €0.244 | €7.36 | €88.24 |
| Poland | PLN 1.321 | PLN 39.83 | PLN 478 |
| California | $0.298 | $8.97 | $108 |
| Texas | $0.159 | $4.80 | $57.54 |
| New York | $0.287 | $8.64 | $104 |
| Florida | $0.150 | $4.52 | $54.21 |
Power limit and undervolt savings
At 3 hours of gaming a day in Germany. Performance kept is approximate.
| Power limit | Gaming draw | Speed kept | Saved per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90% | 88 W | 98% | €4.31 |
| 80% | 78 W | 96% | €8.63 |
| 70% | 69 W | 93% | €12.94 |
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- GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 120 W
- GeForce GTX 1660 Super 125 W
- GeForce RTX 5050 130 W
GeForce RTX 4060: common questions
How much power does the GeForce RTX 4060 use?
The GeForce RTX 4060 is rated at 115 W board power. In games it typically draws about 98 W, between roughly 69 W in light games and 115 W under heavy load, and about 8 W at the desktop. These gaming figures are estimates based on the rated board power.
What power supply do I need for the GeForce RTX 4060?
With a Ryzen 7 7800X3D we recommend a 450 W unit: the peak sustained load is about 352 W, plus 20% headroom for short spikes. A processor with a higher power limit may need a larger unit.
How much does it cost to run a GeForce RTX 4060 PC per month?
A whole PC with the GeForce RTX 4060, played 3 hours a day with 2 hours of other use, costs about €10.91 a month in Germany. The table above shows other countries and US states.
Can I lower the GeForce RTX 4060's power use?
Yes. Limiting it to about 80% power typically keeps around 96% of its performance and saves about €8.63 a year at 3 hours a day in Germany.
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