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 and GeForce RTX 3050 6GB.
The GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce RTX 3050 6GB trade blows on raw performance, landing within a few percent of each other. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.
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GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
The GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce RTX 3050 6GB post nearly the same score in our performance index, so neither holds a meaningful raw-speed advantage. Both are best suited to entry-level 1080p gaming.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1660 currently lists from $11,389 JPY, $25,783 JPY less than the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB at $37,172 JPY. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1660 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 226%. The GeForce GTX 1660 still sits about $11,170 JPY above its $219 JPY MSRP. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB still sits about $37,003 JPY above its $169 JPY MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
At 120W against 130W, the GeForce GTX 1660 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB's memory is faster — 224 GB/s versus 192 GB/s (128-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1660 (Ampere vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 or GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
The GeForce GTX 1660 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 RTX 3050 6GB if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1660 better than the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 or the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
Is the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB worth the extra $25,783 JPY over the GeForce GTX 1660?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,408 | 2,560✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 20 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 80 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,530 MHz | 1,552 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,785 MHz✓ | 1,777 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | 224 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 120 W✓ | 130 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Mar 2019 | Jan 2022 |