GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER
On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER comes out ahead: meaningfully ahead, about 10% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660. That said, the GeForce GTX 1660 is the smarter buy on value — $85 CAD less for the performance on offer.
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GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1660: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1660
The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is noticeably faster, around 10% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1660 currently lists from $95 CAD, $85 CAD less than the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER at $180 CAD. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1660 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~71% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1660 is trading below its $219 CAD MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is trading below its $229 CAD MSRP — a genuine deal.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER's memory is faster — 336 GB/s versus 192 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 or GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?
Choose the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1660 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER better than the GeForce GTX 1660?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 or the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?
Is the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER worth the extra $85 CAD over the GeForce GTX 1660?
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 or GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,408 | 1,408 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,530 MHz | 1,530 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,785 MHz | 1,785 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | 336 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 120 W✓ | 125 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Mar 2019 | Oct 2019 |
