GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce GTX 1660 is dramatically faster than the GeForce GTX 1650, leading by roughly 57% in our performance index. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.

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VS
Price
Β£270
Perf Index
7%
Value Score
0.026
VRAM4GB GDDR5
Thermal TDP75W
NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1660
Price
Β£59
Perf Index
11%
Value Score
0.187
VRAM6GB GDDR5
Thermal TDP120W

GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce GTX 1650: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1660 is dramatically faster, around 57% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1650. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1660 packs 1,408 CUDA cores versus 896 on the GeForce GTX 1650.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce GTX 1660 starts at $59 GBP against $270 GBP for the GeForce GTX 1650. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1660 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 620%. The GeForce GTX 1660 is trading below its $219 GBP MSRP β€” a genuine deal. The GeForce GTX 1650 still sits about $121 GBP above its $149 GBP MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce GTX 1650 draws just 75W versus 120W for the GeForce GTX 1660, and it also delivers more performance per watt β€” so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

With 6GB against 4GB, the GeForce GTX 1660 has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce GTX 1650's 4GB can fall short. The GeForce GTX 1660's memory is also faster β€” 192 GB/s versus 128 GB/s (192-bit vs 128-bit bus) β€” which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1650 or GeForce GTX 1660?

The GeForce GTX 1660 is the all-round winner here β€” it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce GTX 1650 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1660 better than the GeForce GTX 1650?

The GeForce GTX 1660 is dramatically faster, roughly 57% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1650 or the GeForce GTX 1660?

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 1650 worth the extra $211 GBP over the GeForce GTX 1660?

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

Does the GeForce GTX 1660 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 6GB (vs 4GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.