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GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2060

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 2060 pulls ahead here — substantially quicker, about 18% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER. But the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is the better value, undercutting it by $179 GBP for the performance you get.

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VS
NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1660 SUPER
Price
£217
Performance
11/100
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+6% Boost Clock (1,785 MHz vs 1,680 MHz)
NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 2060
Price
£350
Performance
13/100
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+36% CUDA Cores (1,920 vs 1,408)

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

Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly faster, around 18% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER. 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 SUPER.

Price & Value

Pricing has the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER at $171 GBP, $179 GBP under the GeForce RTX 2060's $350 GBP. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER offers the better performance-per-dollar (~73% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is trading below its $229 GBP MSRP — a genuine deal.

Power & Efficiency

Power draw favors the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER (125W vs 160W), and it's the more efficient card too, so it's the easy pick if thermals or a smaller PSU matter.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly faster, roughly 18% ahead. The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 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 $179 GBP over the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?

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

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

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2060
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 SUPERGeForce RTX 2060
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,4081,920
Ray Tracing Cores30
Tensor / AI Cores240

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2060
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 SUPERGeForce RTX 2060
Base Clock1,530 MHz1,365 MHz
Boost Clock1,785 MHz1,680 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2060
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 SUPERGeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity6 GB6 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus192-bit192-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth336 GB/s336 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2060
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 SUPERGeForce RTX 2060
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP125 W160 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedOct 2019Jan 2019