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GeForce GTX 1660 Ti vs GeForce RTX 2060

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2060 comes out ahead: well ahead on speed, about 18% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. That said, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is the smarter buy on value — $10,483 JPY less for the performance on offer.

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NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1660 Ti
Price
¥53,717
Performance
11/100
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+5% Boost Clock (1,770 MHz vs 1,680 MHz)
NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 2060
Price
¥80,298
Performance
13/100
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+25% CUDA Cores (1,920 vs 1,536)
+17% Bandwidth (336 GB/s vs 288 GB/s)

GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce GTX 1660 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly faster, around 18% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2060 packs 1,920 CUDA cores versus 1,536 on the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti currently lists from $53,717 JPY, $10,483 JPY less than the GeForce RTX 2060 at $64,200 JPY. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti offers the better performance-per-dollar, so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti still sits about $53,438 JPY above its $279 JPY MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2060 still sits about $63,851 JPY above its $349 JPY MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 120W against 160W, 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 RTX 2060's memory is faster — 336 GB/s versus 288 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or GeForce RTX 2060?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2060 better than the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly faster, roughly 18% ahead. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or the GeForce RTX 2060?

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.

Is the GeForce RTX 2060 worth the extra $10,483 JPY over the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti comes out ahead.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or GeForce RTX 2060?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and GeForce RTX 2060
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 2060
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,5361,920
Ray Tracing Cores30
Tensor / AI Cores240

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and GeForce RTX 2060
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 2060
Base Clock1,500 MHz1,365 MHz
Boost Clock1,770 MHz1,680 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and GeForce RTX 2060
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity6 GB6 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus192-bit192-bit
Memory Speed12 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth288 GB/s336 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and GeForce RTX 2060
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 2060
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP120 W160 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedFeb 2019Jan 2019