NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Graphics Card Review: Specs and Performance

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Review: Explore GPU Specs and Performance

This is an in-depth review of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660, which began manufacturing in Q1/2019. It includes all the specifications and performance results based on contemporary benchmark assessments. The base clock frequency stands at 1.530 GHz. The GPU supports GDDR5 with 6 GB of graphics memory. The TDP is 120 W. We suggest comparing this GPU with other models on our site to determine the best performance.

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 specs

The specifications of a graphics card play a vital role in deciphering its primary functions - assessing its efficiency in data processing, such as working with graphical applications, and its speed in gaming. Without scrutinizing these specifications, it becomes challenging to gauge its capabilities and discern any disparities from the current model. Hence, always rely on our comparison tool and recommendations to identify a swift, energy-efficient, and robust graphics card for enhancing your system.

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Discover details about the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 GPU chip, including rendering and texture output block counts, as well as its launch date and pricing.

Specification	Value
Based on	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660
GPU Chip	TU116-300-A1 (Turing)
Execution units	22
Shader	1408
Render Output Units	48
Texture Units	88
Raytracing Cores	0

Memory

Discover the memory specifications of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660, including type, capacity, bus size, frequency, and bandwidth. Note: For integrated graphics cards without dedicated memory, a portion of the system's RAM will be utilized.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Clock	2.000 GHz
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	192 GB/s
Memory Interface	192 bit

Clock Speeds

Discover the base and maximum frequencies of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 graphics card. While these values may not be directly visible in the BIOS, diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide this information.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.530 GHz
Boost Clock	1.785 GHz
Overclocking	Yes

Thermal Design

Learn about the Thermal Design Power (TDP) of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 graphics card. This crucial figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your GPU. It's essential to optimize your computer's ventilation and power supply based on TDP specifications for optimal performance.

Specification	Value
TDP	120 W
TDP (up)	--
Tjunction max	--
PCIe-Power	1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

The type of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 cooling system, along with its size and performance. As a rule, fans with larger diameters have an advantage because they can move the same volumes of air while rotating more slowly than smaller fans. It should be noted that liquid cooling systems in addition to fans and aluminum radiators need some kind of pump, which can also be noisy.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	Axial
Fan 1	--
Fan 2	--
Cooler-Type	Air cooling
Noise (Idle)	--
Noise (Load)	--

Connectivity

Number and types of sockets for video output and connection in the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660.

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

Featureset

Explore the capabilities of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 GPU in this section. Plus, delve into its ray tracing support for lifelike light and shadow simulation. Note: Specific features may vary by manufacturer.

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

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660's support for popular codecs like h264, VP8, h265/HEVC, VP9, and AV1. Compatibility with these codecs alleviates the graphics card's workload during video playback or creation, leading to reduced power consumption and heat generation.

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

Dimensions

The sizes of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 graphics card. With knowledge of the exact measurements of the graphics card, you can check whether it is possible to put it in the case of your PC. We have also added support for PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	145 mm
Height	111 mm
Width	--
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	--

Additional data

Discover details about the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660, including its type (for desktops or laptops) and architecture, as well as its launch date and current price. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer via the provided link.