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RTX 2060 vs GTX 1660 Super

The RTX 2060 is about 20% faster than the GTX 1660 Super in games. In 8 popular games at 1080p (High settings), the RTX 2060 averages about 100 FPS and the GTX 1660 Super about 83 FPS.

NVIDIARTX 2060150 performance score6 GB · Turing20% faster
NVIDIAGTX 1660 Super125 performance score6 GB · Turing

RTX 2060 vs GTX 1660 Super: FPS in games

Estimated average FPS at 1080p, High settings, with a fast processor so only the graphics cards differ.

RTX 2060GTX 1660 Super

1080p vs 1440p vs 4K

Average estimated FPS on High settings in the same games.

ResolutionRTX 2060GTX 1660 Super
1080p100 FPS83 FPS
1440p68 FPS57 FPS
4K42 FPS35 FPS

Can they run the new games?

How each graphics card compares with the official graphics card requirements of new PC games.

GameRTX 2060GTX 1660 Super
Resident Evil RequiemMeets minimumMeets minimum
Forza Horizon 6Meets recommendedMeets minimum
Gears of War: E-DayMeets minimumBelow minimum
Crimson DesertMeets minimumMeets minimum
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4Meets minimumMeets minimum
Phantom Blade ZeroMeets minimumMeets minimum

Specs

RTX 2060GTX 1660 Super
Performance score150 ✓125
Video memory (VRAM)6 GB6 GB
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Power (board)160 W125 W ✓
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Ray tracingYesNo
UpscalingDLSS (no Frame Generation)FSR / XeSS only
Released20192019
Typical price (US)$147$114

Official specs from NVIDIA, AMD and Intel. Performance score: GTX 1060 6GB = 100. Prices: the cheaper of the usual new price and the typical used (eBay) price, October 2026. They change every week.

Which one should you buy?

  • The GTX 1660 Super uses about 35 W less power, so it runs cooler and needs a smaller power supply.
  • Upscaling: RTX 2060 has DLSS (no Frame Generation), GTX 1660 Super has FSR / XeSS only.
  • For the money, the GTX 1660 Super gives about 7% more performance per dollar (about $147 vs $114).
Buy the RTX 2060 if…
  • you want the most FPS (20% faster)
Buy the GTX 1660 Super if…
  • you want the best value for your money
  • you have a small power supply or a compact case

Check it with your own PC

Not sure how much video memory you need? Read How Much VRAM Do You Need for Gaming.

FAQ

Is the RTX 2060 better than the GTX 1660 Super?

Yes. The RTX 2060 is about 20% faster in games. In our 8 test games at 1080p (High settings) it averages about 100 FPS vs 83 FPS.

Is it worth upgrading from the GTX 1660 Super to the RTX 2060?

It is a noticeable upgrade (about 20% faster), worth it if you can sell your GTX 1660 Super or find a good price.

Which is better for 1440p, the RTX 2060 or the GTX 1660 Super?

At 1440p High, our estimate is about 68 FPS for the RTX 2060 and 57 FPS for the GTX 1660 Super on average in recent games.

How are these numbers calculated?

Every graphics card has a gaming performance score (GTX 1060 6GB = 100) based on published benchmark averages. FPS come from the same model as our FPS Estimator, with a fast processor so only the graphics cards differ. They are estimates, not benchmarks.

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How we compare: scores are gaming performance averages from published benchmarks (TechPowerUp, Tom's Hardware and others), and FPS come from the same model as our FPS Estimator, calibrated on benchmark results. They are estimates for typical gameplay, not our own lab tests. Updated October 2026. See our editorial standards.