GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti comes out noticeably faster — about 10% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. But the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the better value, undercutting it by $195 EUR for the performance you get.

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VS
Price
€421
Performance
11%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+50% Memory Bus (192-bit vs 128-bit)
+29% Bandwidth (288 GB/s vs 224 GB/s)
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Price
€226
Performance
10%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+67% CUDA Cores (2,560 vs 1,536)

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is noticeably faster, around 10% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB currently lists from $226 EUR, $195 EUR less than the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti at $421 EUR. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers the better performance-per-dollar (~69% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti still sits about $142 EUR above its $279 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 120W against 130W, 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 GTX 1660 Ti's memory is faster — 288 GB/s versus 224 GB/s (192-bit vs 128-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 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 3050 6GB?

Choose the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti better than the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is noticeably faster, roughly 10% ahead. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB 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 3050 6GB?

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 GTX 1660 Ti worth the extra $195 EUR over the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 3050 6GB
ArchitectureTuringAmpere
Process NodeTSMC 12nmSamsung 8nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,5362,560
Ray Tracing Cores20
Tensor / AI Cores80

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Base Clock1,500 MHz1,552 MHz
Boost Clock1,770 MHz1,777 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 3050 6GB
VRAM Capacity6 GB6 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus192-bit128-bit
Memory Speed12 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth288 GB/s224 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce RTX 3050 6GB
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x8
TDP120 W130 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedFeb 2019Jan 2022