MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC vs ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI differences in specs

Comparison of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC operates at a base clock speed of 1.544 GHz+ 3 % and has 3 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI operates at a base clock speed of 1.544 GHz+ 3 % and has 6 GB of GDDR6 memory. The weights differ at 556 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC is 120 W, while that of the ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI is 120 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC

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Higher clock speed

1.544 GHz+ 3 % 1.500 GHz

Around 3% better clock speed

Top features of ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI

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More memory

6 GB 3 GB

50% more memory

Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI graphics cards. The GPU core details encompass the quantity of blocks (referred to as Shader Engine (SE) in AMD documentation and Graphics Processing Clusters (GPC) in Nvidia documentation) as well as ROP/TMUs (Raster Processing Units). These specifications significantly impact the computational prowess of the GPU.

Specification	Value
Based on	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
GPU Chip	GP106-300-A1 TU116-400-A1
Execution units	9 24
Shader	1152 1536
Render Output Units	48 48
Texture Units	72 96

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	3 GB 6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR6
Memory Speed	2.002 GHz 1.5 GHz
Memory Bandwith	192 GB/s 288 GB/s
Memory Interface	192 bit 192 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.544 GHz+ 3 % 1.500 GHz
Boost Clock	1.759 GHz+ 3 % 1.800 GHz+ 2 %
Avg (Game) Clock	1.770 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI GPUs. The TDP figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your graphics card. Computer ventilation and power supply specifications frequently align with TDP numbers and should be tailored accordingly.

Specification	Value
TDP	120 W 120 W
PCIe-Power	1 x 6-Pin 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI, along with their dimensions and effectiveness. Typically, fans with larger diameters hold an advantage as they can move equivalent air volumes at lower speeds compared to smaller fans. It's worth noting that liquid cooling systems, in addition to fans and aluminum radiators, require a pump, which may contribute to noise levels.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	Axial Axial
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	2 x 90 mm 2 x 80 mm

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 3
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.0b 2x HDMI v2.0b
DP Ports	1x DP v1.4 1x DP v1.4
DVI Ports	1 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI GPUs. Furthermore, we've incorporated ray tracing support to accurately simulate light rays and shadows. Please note that the specifics may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

Specification	Value
Max. resolution	7680x4320 3840x2160
DirectX	12_1 12_1
Raytracing	No No
DLSS / FSR	No No
LED	No LED lighting No LED lighting

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI. The inclusion of these video codecs assists in alleviating the workload on the graphics card during video playback or creation, leading to decreased power consumption and heat generation by the GPU.

Specification	Value
h264	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP8	No Decode
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode Decode
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI graphics cards. Having precise measurements enables you to determine compatibility with your PC case. Additionally, we've incorporated support for the PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	243 mm 215 mm
Height	115 mm 121 mm
Width	39 mm 44 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	556 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3GT OC and ASUS Dual GeForce GTX 1660 TI, alongside their respective release dates and current prices. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer through the provided link.

Specification	Value
GPU Interface	PCIe 3.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
Release date	Q3/2016 Q1/2019
Structure size	16 nm 12 nm
Part-no	-- DUAL-GTX1660TI-6G
Documents	data sheet data sheet