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GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce GTX 960

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1660 comes out ahead: far and away the quicker card, about 233% ahead of the GeForce GTX 960.

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GTX 1660
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₹16,888✓
Performance
10/100✓
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5✓
Key Specs Advantage
+71% Bandwidth (192 GB/s vs 112 GB/s)
+52% Boost Clock (1,785 MHz vs 1,178 MHz)
+50% Memory Bus (192-bit vs 128-bit)
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GTX 960
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Reference GPU
Performance
3/100
VRAM
2 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage

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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

VRAM favors the GeForce GTX 1660 at 6GB versus 2GB on the GeForce GTX 960 — that extra 4GB matters most at 4K, with high-res texture packs, and for content-creation/local-AI work. 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?

The GeForce GTX 1660 is dramatically faster, roughly 233% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 or the GeForce GTX 960?

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.

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

Its 6GB (vs 2GB) 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 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.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce GTX 960
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660GeForce GTX 960
ArchitectureTuringMaxwell
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 28nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,408✓1,024

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce GTX 960
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660GeForce GTX 960
Base Clock1,530 MHz✓1,127 MHz
Boost Clock1,785 MHz✓1,178 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce GTX 960
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660GeForce GTX 960
VRAM Capacity6 GB✓2 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus192-bit✓128-bit
Memory Speed8 Gbps✓7 Gbps
Bandwidth192 GB/s✓112 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce GTX 960
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660GeForce GTX 960
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP120 W120 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 6-pin
ReleasedMar 2019Jan 2015