MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G vs ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 differences in specs

Comparison of MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G operates at a base clock speed of 1.530 GHz and has 6 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 operates at a base clock speed of 1.530 GHz and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at 702 g and -- respectively. The TDP of the MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G is 120 W, while that of the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 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 1660 VENTUS XS 6G

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Higher clock speed

1.530 GHz 1.177 GHz+ 4 %

Around 23% better clock speed
More memory

6 GB 2 GB

67% more memory

Top features of ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 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 1660 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960
GPU Chip	TU116-300-A1 GM206-300-A1 (Maxwell 2.0)
Execution units	22 8
Shader	1408 1024
Render Output Units	48 32
Texture Units	88 64

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	6 GB 2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR5
Memory Speed	2 GHz 7.01 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	192 GB/s 112 GB/s
Memory Interface	192 bit 128 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.530 GHz 1.177 GHz+ 4 %
Boost Clock	1.785 GHz 1.240 GHz+ 5 %
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 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
Tjunction max	-- 98 \xc2\xb0C
PCIe-Power	1 x 8-Pin 1 x 6-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960, 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 75 mm
Noise (Idle)	-- 0 dB / Silent

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 GPUs.

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

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 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	3840x2160 4096x2160
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 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960. 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	Decode Decode
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode No
VP9	Decode No
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960 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	204 mm 206 mm
Height	128 mm 111 mm
Width	42 mm --
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	702 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI GeForce GTX 1660 VENTUS XS 6G and ZOTAC GeForce GTX 960, 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 x 16
Release date	Q1/2019 Q1/2015
Structure size	12 nm 28 nm
Part-no	-- ZT-90301-10M
Documents	data sheet --