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GeForce GTX 1650 vs GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

Quick Verdict

Performance-wise the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is out front, dramatically faster, roughly 57% up on the GeForce GTX 1650. Value tips toward the GeForce GTX 1650, though: $208 EUR cheaper for what you get.

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NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1650
Price
€325
Performance
7/100
VRAM
4 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1660 Ti
Price
€368
Performance
11/100
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+125% Bandwidth (288 GB/s vs 128 GB/s)
+71% CUDA Cores (1,536 vs 896)
+50% Memory Bus (192-bit vs 128-bit)

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1650: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is dramatically faster, around 57% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1650. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti packs 1,536 CUDA cores versus 896 on the GeForce GTX 1650.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce GTX 1650 starts at $160 EUR against $368 EUR for the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1650 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~46% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti still sits about $89 EUR above its $279 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce GTX 1650 sips power at 75W next to the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti's 120W, and still leads on performance-per-watt — quieter, cooler, and gentler on your PSU.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti's 6GB (vs 4GB on the GeForce GTX 1650) gives it more room for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative or AI workloads. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti's memory is also faster — 288 GB/s versus 128 GB/s (192-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1650 or GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?

Choose the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1650 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti better than the GeForce GTX 1650?

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is dramatically faster, roughly 57% ahead. The GeForce GTX 1650 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1650 or the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?

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

Is the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti worth the extra $208 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1650?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 1650 comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

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

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1650 or GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?

Choose the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1650 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)8961,536

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Base Clock1,485 MHz1,500 MHz
Boost Clock1,665 MHz1,770 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
VRAM Capacity4 GB6 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory Bus128-bit192-bit
Memory Speed8 Gbps12 Gbps
Bandwidth128 GB/s288 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1650 and GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1650GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP75 W120 W
Power ConnectorsNone1x 8-pin
ReleasedApr 2019Feb 2019