GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2060 comes out significantly faster — about 30% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660. But the GeForce GTX 1660 is the better value, undercutting it by $85 EUR for the performance you get.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1660
Price
€230
Performance
10%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+6% Boost Clock (1,785 MHz vs 1,680 MHz)
Price
€315
Performance
13%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+75% Bandwidth (336 GB/s vs 192 GB/s)
+36% CUDA Cores (1,920 vs 1,408)

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

Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce GTX 1660

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly faster, around 30% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2060 packs 1,920 CUDA cores versus 1,408 on the GeForce GTX 1660.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 1660 currently lists from $230 EUR, $85 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 2060 at $315 EUR. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1660 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~5% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 2060 is trading below its $349 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal.

Power & Efficiency

At 120W against 160W, 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 2060's memory is faster — 336 GB/s versus 192 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1660 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 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly faster, roughly 30% ahead. The GeForce GTX 1660 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 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 $85 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1660?

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

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660GeForce RTX 2060
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,4081,920
Ray Tracing Cores30
Tensor / AI Cores240

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660GeForce RTX 2060
Base Clock1,530 MHz1,365 MHz
Boost Clock1,785 MHz1,680 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity6 GB6 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory Bus192-bit192-bit
Memory Speed8 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth192 GB/s336 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660GeForce RTX 2060
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP120 W160 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedMar 2019Jan 2019