GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
Performance-wise the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is out front, dramatically faster, roughly 64% up on the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER. Value tips toward the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER, though: $836 EUR cheaper for what you get.
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GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER
The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is dramatically faster, around 64% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER packs 2,560 CUDA cores versus 1,408 on the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER starts at $237 EUR against $1,073 EUR for the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER offers the better performance-per-dollar (~176% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER still sits about $574 EUR above its $499 EUR MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER sips power at 125W next to the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER's 215W, and still leads on performance-per-watt — quieter, cooler, and gentler on your PSU.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER's 8GB (vs 6GB on the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER) gives it more room for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative or AI workloads. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER's memory is also faster — 448 GB/s versus 336 GB/s (256-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER or GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?
Choose the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER better than the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?
Is the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER worth the extra $836 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?
Does the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER or GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,408 | 2,560✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 40 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 320 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,530 MHz | 1,605 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,785 MHz✓ | 1,770 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 8 GB✓ |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 256-bit✓ |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 14 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 125 W✓ | 215 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin + 1x 6-pin |
| Released | Oct 2019 | Jul 2019 |
