GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G vs NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 differences in specs

Comparison of GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G operates at a base clock speed of 1.506 GHz and has 6 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 operates at a base clock speed of 1.506 GHz and has 6 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G is 120 W, while that of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 is 120 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660

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Higher clock speed

1.530 GHz 1.506 GHz

Around 2% better clock speed

Top features of GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G 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 1060 6GB
GPU Chip	TU116-300-A1 (Turing) GP106-410-A1
Execution units	22 10
Shader	1408 1280
Render Output Units	48 48
Texture Units	88 80

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	6 GB 6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps 2.002 GHz
Memory Bandwith	192 GB/s 192 GB/s
Memory Interface	192 bit 192 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G 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 1.506 GHz
Boost Clock	1.785 GHz 1.746 GHz+ 2 %
Avg (Game) Clock	1.708 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G 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 8-Pin 1 x 6-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G, 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
Fan 1	-- 1 x 90 mm
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G GPUs.

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

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G 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 7680x4320
DirectX	12_1 12_1
Raytracing	No No
DLSS / FSR	Yes 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 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G. 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
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP8	Decode No
VP9	Decode Decode
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G 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	145 mm 169 mm
Height	111 mm 131 mm
Width	-- 37 mm
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1060 Mini ITX 6G, 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	Q1/2019 Q3/2016
Structure size	12 nm 16 nm
Part-no	-- GV-N1060IX-6GD
Documents	data sheet data sheet