GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and GeForce RTX 3050 6GB.
On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti comes out noticeably faster — about 10% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.
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GeForce GTX 1660 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is noticeably faster, around 10% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti currently lists from $14,999 INR, $4,000 INR less than the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB at $18,999 INR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar by about 39%. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti still sits about $14,720 INR above its $279 INR MSRP. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB still sits about $18,830 INR above its $169 INR MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
At 120W against 130W, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti's memory is faster — 288 GB/s versus 224 GB/s (192-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Ampere vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti better than the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
Is the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB worth the extra $4,000 INR over the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,536 | 2,560✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 20 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 80 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,500 MHz | 1,552 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,770 MHz | 1,777 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 12 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 288 GB/s✓ | 224 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 120 W✓ | 130 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Feb 2019 | Jan 2022 |