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GeForce GTX 1660 Ti vs GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER comes out ahead: well ahead on speed, about 36% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. That said, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is the smarter buy on value — $5,299 AUD less for the performance on offer.

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VS
NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1660 Ti
Price
A$602
Performance
11/100
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+7% Boost Clock (1,770 MHz vs 1,650 MHz)
NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 2060 SUPER
Price
A$5,901
Performance
15/100
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+56% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 288 GB/s)
+42% CUDA Cores (2,176 vs 1,536)
+33% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 192-bit)

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1660 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is significantly faster, around 36% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER packs 2,176 CUDA cores versus 1,536 on the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti currently lists from $602 AUD, $5,299 AUD less than the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER at $5,901 AUD. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti offers the better performance-per-dollar (~619% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti still sits about $323 AUD above its $279 AUD MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER still sits about $5,502 AUD above its $399 AUD MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 120W against 175W, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

VRAM favors the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER at 8GB versus 6GB on the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti — that extra 2GB matters most at 4K, with high-res texture packs, and for content-creation/local-AI work. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER's memory is also faster — 448 GB/s versus 288 GB/s (256-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER better than the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is significantly faster, roughly 36% ahead. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?

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

Is the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER worth the extra $5,299 AUD over the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 8GB (vs 6GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,5362,176
Ray Tracing Cores34
Tensor / AI Cores272

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
Base Clock1,500 MHz1,470 MHz
Boost Clock1,770 MHz1,650 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
VRAM Capacity6 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus192-bit256-bit
Memory Speed12 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth288 GB/s448 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP120 W175 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedFeb 2019Jul 2019