GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Only verified data for GeForce GTX 1660 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1660 comes out dramatically faster — about 233% ahead of the GeForce GTX 960.
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GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce GTX 960: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce GTX 960
The GeForce GTX 1660 is dramatically faster, around 233% ahead of the GeForce GTX 960. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1660 packs 1,408 CUDA cores versus 1,024 on the GeForce GTX 960.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce GTX 1660 carries 6GB versus 2GB on the GeForce GTX 960. The extra 4GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce GTX 1660's memory is also faster — 192 GB/s versus 112 GB/s (192-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce GTX 1660 is roughly 4 years newer than the GeForce GTX 960 (Turing vs Maxwell), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 or GeForce GTX 960?
The GeForce GTX 1660 is the faster card by about 233%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1660 better than the GeForce GTX 960?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 or the GeForce GTX 960?
Does the GeForce GTX 1660 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Maxwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 28nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,408✓ | 1,024 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,530 MHz✓ | 1,127 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,785 MHz✓ | 1,178 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB✓ | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps✓ | 7 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 192 GB/s✓ | 112 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 120 W | 120 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Released | Mar 2019 | Jan 2015 |