GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2060 comes out significantly faster — about 36% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660. But the GeForce GTX 1660 is the better value, undercutting it by $225 GBP for the performance you get.
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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 36% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1660. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2060 is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1660 is better matched 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 $59 GBP, $225 GBP less than the GeForce RTX 2060 at $284 GBP. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1660 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~253% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1660 is trading below its $219 GBP MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce RTX 2060 is trading below its $349 GBP MSRP — a genuine deal.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce GTX 1660 is the gentler choice at 120W versus 160W. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 160W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.
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.