GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is dramatically faster than the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER, leading by roughly 64% in our performance index. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.
Market Value Leader
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the clear winner, offering 1483.8% better value than GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER.
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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 RTX 2070 SUPER starts at $31 EUR against $300 EUR for the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER wins on performance-per-dollar by about 1484%. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is trading below its $499 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER draws just 125W versus 215W for the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
With 8GB against 6GB, the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER's 6GB can fall short. 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?
The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 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 GTX 1660 SUPER if you find it at a steep discount.
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 GTX 1660 SUPER worth the extra $269 EUR over the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?
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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 |
