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 3060 Laptop.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop comes out dramatically faster — about 64% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is the cheaper option by $177,450 JPY.
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GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1660 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is dramatically faster, around 64% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop packs 3,840 CUDA cores versus 1,536 on the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti currently lists from $32,350 JPY, $177,450 JPY less than the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop at $209,800 JPY. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti still sits about $32,071 JPY above its $279 JPY MSRP.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop's memory is faster — 336 GB/s versus 288 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is roughly 2 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 3060 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is the faster card by about 64%. 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 RTX 3060 Laptop better than the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop worth the extra $177,450 JPY over the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,536 | 3,840✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 30 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 120 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,500 MHz✓ | 900 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,770 MHz✓ | 1,425 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| Memory Speed | 12 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 288 GB/s | 336 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 120 W | 115 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | None |
| Released | Feb 2019 | Jan 2021 |