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GALAX GeForce GTX 1660 review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£210VRAM:6 GBMemory bus width:192 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):120 W

GALAX GeForce GTX 1660 Review: Compare 117 technical specifications and 3 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

GALAX GeForce GTX 1660
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

40%

5.0

Technical score

25%

8.0

Reviews score

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

5.0

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 83% of graphics cards
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 62%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

44%

3.3

Performance

24%

3.7

Memory

12%

8.9

Power

11%

7.9

Features

5%

8.7

Design

4%

7.4

Connectivity

â–¼Worse than 83%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

7.4

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
3 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 51%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the GALAX GeForce GTX 1660

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Technical Specifications of graphics card GALAX GeForce GTX 1660

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components:

44%

3.3

Performance

24%

3.7

Memory

12%

8.9

Power

11%

7.9

Features

5%

8.7

Design

4%

7.4

Connectivity

5.0
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.3
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
5,400 points
Market range: <4.1k points – >30.1k points
This graphics card scores 5,400 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 83.9% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
0 points
Market range: <0 points – >22.4k points
This graphics card scores 0 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is lower than 83.1% of graphics cards and equal to 16.9% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
11,684 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
This graphics card scores 11,684 points in PassMark G3D, which is lower than 81.7% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
4,939 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
This graphics card scores 4,939 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is lower than 83.7% of graphics cards.
FP32 performance
5 TFLOPS
Market range: <3.94 TFLOPS – >56.3 TFLOPS
This graphics card delivers 5 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is lower than that of 87.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.2% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This graphics card has 6 GB of VRAM, which is less than 82.5% of graphics cards and equal to 5.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR5
This graphics card uses GDDR5 memory, which is older than on 85.4% of graphics cards and equal to 13.2% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
192 bit
Market range: <128 bit – >384 bit
This graphics card uses a 192 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 31.9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 18.7% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
192 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
This graphics card reaches 192 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 87.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.5% of graphics cards.
Effective memory speed
8,004 MHz
Market range: <7k MHz – >28k MHz
This graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 8,004 MHz, which is slower than that of 85.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.2% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
3
This graphics card supports PCIe 3, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.1% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
This graphics card uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 24.1% of graphics cards and equal to 75.9% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
12.1
This graphics card supports DirectX 12.1, which is older than on 77.2% of graphics cards and equal to 4.5% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
1.4
This graphics card supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 20.8% of graphics cards and equal to 79.2% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
This graphics card supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 2% of graphics cards and equal to 98% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
4
Market range: <4 – >4
This graphics card supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 9% of graphics cards and equal to 88.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
7680x4320
This graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 9.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 90.9% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This graphics card offers 1 DisplayPort outputs, which is fewer than 88.1% of graphics cards and equal to 8.7% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.4a
This graphics card supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 19.3% of graphics cards and equal to 46.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
32.4 Gbps
Market range: <5.4 Gbps – >80 Gbps
This graphics card supports DisplayPort link rates up to 32.4 Gbps, which is faster than on 56.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.9% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
120 W
Market range: <86 W – >360 W
This graphics card has a TDP of 120 W, which is lower than that of 82.9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.3% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
120 W
Market range: <106 W – >365 W
This graphics card draws 120 W under peak load, which is lower than 85.6% of graphics cards and equal to 1.5% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
450 W
Market range: <450 W – >850 W
This graphics card recommends a 450 W PSU, which is lower than that of 84% of graphics cards and equal to that of 6.1% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
120 W
Market range: <107 W – >400 W
This graphics card has a board power limit of 120 W, which is lower than that of 85.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.4% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
120 W
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Size
228x 131.5x 41.5 mm
Length
229 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >337 mm
This graphics card is 229 mm long, which is shorter than 81.1% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.9% of graphics cards.
Height
131.5 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
This graphics card is 131.5 mm tall, which is taller than 64.7% of graphics cards and equal in height to 0.3% of graphics cards.
Slot width
2 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
This graphics card occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 52.4% of graphics cards and equal in width to 43.4% of graphics cards.
Weight
914 g
Market range: <541 g – >2k g
This graphics card weighs 914 g, which is lighter than 61.8% of Graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of Graphics cards.
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What reviewers say

GALAX GeForce GTX 1660 vs the average graphics card

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  • 44.2% lower TDP
    This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (120 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    120 W vs 215 W
  • 30.8% lower PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (450 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    450 W vs 650 W
  • 53.2 mm shorter card length
    This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (229 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    229 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s slimmer design
    This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 45.5% lower board power limit
    This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (120 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    120 W vs 220 W
  • 11.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 51% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    7.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    3 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.2
  • 2.48x cheaper
    GALAX GeForce GTX 1660 is cheaper than the average graphics card (£210 vs £520).
    £210 vs £520
  • 2.9% faster VRAM clock
    This graphics card has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,800 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    1,800 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • 11.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 51% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    7.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    3 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.2
  • 2.48x cheaper
    GALAX GeForce GTX 1660 is cheaper than the average graphics card (£210 vs £520).
    £210 vs £520
  • 2.9% faster VRAM clock
    This graphics card has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,800 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    1,800 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • 44.2% lower TDP
    This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (120 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    120 W vs 215 W
  • 30.8% lower PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (450 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    450 W vs 650 W
  • 45.5% lower board power limit
    This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (120 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    120 W vs 220 W
  • 53.2 mm shorter card length
    This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (229 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    229 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s slimmer design
    This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 6 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    6 GB vs 12 GB
  • 40 fewer ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    0 vs 40
  • 28.1% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,800 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,800 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 18 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (22 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    22 vs 40
  • 2.4x larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    12 nm vs 5 nm
  • 96 fewer TMUs
    This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (88 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    88 vs 184
  • 1 fewer fans
    This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 35.9% lower sentiment score
    5.0 vs 7.8
  • 40 fewer ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    0 vs 40
  • 28.1% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,800 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,800 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 18 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (22 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    22 vs 40
  • 96 fewer TMUs
    This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (88 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    88 vs 184
  • 58.4% lower texture rate
    This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (157.1 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    157.1 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 144 fewer AI cores
    This graphics card has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    0 vs 144
  • 46.9% lower pixel rate
    This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (85.7 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    85.68 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 77.9% lower FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (5 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    5 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 20.3% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,530 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    1,530 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 16 fewer ROPs
    This graphics card has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (48 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    48 vs 64
  • 4 years older
    This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2019 vs 2023).
    March 2019
    2019 vs 2023
  • 48.4% lower PassMark score
    This graphics card has a lower PassMark score than the average graphics card (11,684 points vs 22,638 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22,638 points.
    11,684 points vs 22,638 points
  • 63.5% lower gaming score
    This graphics card has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (5,400 points vs 14,779 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14,779 points.
    5,400 points vs 14,779 points
  • 66.7% lower FP64 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.2 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.48 TFLOPS.
    0.16 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS
  • 59.1% lower compute score
    This graphics card has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (4,939 points vs 12,70.5 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12,070.5 points.
    4,939 points vs 12,070.5 points
  • 65.9% lower FP16 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (10.1 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
    10.05 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS
  • 98.4% lower INT8 performance
    This graphics card has a lower INT8 performance than the average graphics card (4 TOPS vs 242 TOPS). The average graphics card has INT8 performance of 242 TOPS.
    3.99 TOPS vs 242 TOPS
  • 2,944 fewer FP32 units
    This graphics card has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (1,408 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
    1,408 vs 4,352
  • 6 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    6 GB vs 12 GB
  • 57.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (192 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    192 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 57.9% slower memory speed
    This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (8,004 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    8,004 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • 50% smaller L1 cache
    This graphics card has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (64 KB vs 128 KB). The average graphics card has 128 KB L1 cache.
    64 KB vs 128 KB
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 2.4x larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    12 nm vs 5 nm
  • No DLSS support
    This graphics card does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No ray tracing
    This graphics card does not support ray tracing, the average graphics card does.
  • Older PCIe version
    This graphics card supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4).
    3 vs 4
  • No Resizable BAR
    This graphics card does not support Resizable BAR, while the average graphics card does. 76.4% of Graphics cards support it.
  • Older DirectX version
    This graphics card supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12.1 vs 12 Ultimate).
    12.1 vs 12 Ultimate
  • 71.2% fewer transistors
    This graphics card has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (6,600 million vs 22,900 million). The average graphics card has 22,900 million transistors.
    6,600 million vs 22,900 million
  • 2 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    This graphics card has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
    1 vs 3
  • No AV1 encoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older HDMI version
    This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1a).
    2.0b vs 2.1a
  • No AV1 decoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • More basic codec support
    This graphics card encodes more basic formats than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
    H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
  • Older HDCP version
    This graphics card supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
    2.2 vs 2.3
  • 2 fewer monitors per output type
    This graphics card supports fewer monitors per output type than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card supports 3 monitors per output type.
    1 vs 3
  • Older NVDEC generation
    This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    4 vs 6
  • 1 fewer fans
    This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • No dual BIOS
    This graphics card does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • 9.3 dB noisier under load
    This graphics card has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (44.7 dB vs 35.4 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35.4 dB.
    44.7 dB vs 35.4 dB
  • 13 °C higher idle temperature
    This graphics card has a higher idle temperature than the average graphics card (50 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
    50 °C vs 37 °C
  • No RGB lighting
    This graphics card does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
  • 6.5 mm higher card profile
    This graphics card is taller than the average graphics card (131.5 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    131.5 mm vs 125 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
thetechrevolutionist.com
≈ estimated
28/06/2019
Comparison test · 1080p overclocking
Verdict
The GALAX GeForce GTX 1660 1-Click OC runs 1080p games above 60 fps and matches the Gigabyte Gaming OC once overclocked, but is slightly slower at stock.
8.0
game2gether.de
≈ estimated
26/04/2019
Benchmark review · Compact entry card
Verdict
The KFA2 GTX 1660 is a small, fairly quiet card for 1080p gaming, but it has no ray tracing cores, so it suits buyers who will skip ray tracing.
8.0
pcmasters.de
≈ estimated
20/05/2019
Benchmark review · Ray tracing test
Verdict
The KFA2 GeForce GTX 1660 1-Click OC runs 1080p games well above 60 fps, but ray tracing in Battlefield V drops to about 25 fps, which is too slow.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about GALAX GeForce GTX 1660

  • Excellent value for money for 1080p gaming enthusiasts
  • Solid thermal performance with a dual-fan design that stays cool under load
  • Effective 1-Click OC feature for an easy performance boost via software
  • Energy efficient with low power consumption (often requiring only a single 6-pin connector)
  • Includes a protective backplate, which is often missing on other budget cards
  • Quiet operation thanks to well-managed fan profiles
  • Includes legacy ports like DVI-D, making it compatible with older monitors

What customers don't like about GALAX GeForce GTX 1660

  • Uses older GDDR5 memory instead of the faster GDDR6 found in 'Super' or 'Ti' models
  • Struggles with modern AAA titles at 1440p or 4K resolutions
  • Lacks support for modern features like Ray Tracing and DLSS
  • 6GB of VRAM is becoming a bottleneck for newer, texture-heavy games
  • Basic aesthetics with no RGB lighting, which may not appeal to all builders
  • Limited documentation included in the retail box

Verdict

The Galax GeForce GTX 1660 (1-Click OC) is a budget-friendly graphics card built on NVIDIA's 12nm Turing architecture, featuring the TU116 GPU with 1408 CUDA cores and a 192-bit memory interface. It is equipped with 6GB of GDDR5 VRAM running at an effective speed of 8Gbps, delivering a base clock of 1530 MHz and a boost clock of 1785 MHz (extendable to 1815 MHz via software). Key characteristics include a dual 90mm fan cooling system with heatpipes, a protective metallic backplate, and a low 120W TDP that requires only a single 6-pin or 8-pin power connector depending on the specific sub-model. Its main pros are excellent 1080p gaming performance for esports and mainstream titles, high power efficiency, and easy overclocking via the 1-Click OC feature. However, cons include the lack of dedicated RT and Tensor cores for ray tracing and DLSS, the use of slower GDDR5 memory compared to the Super/Ti variants, and limited viability for modern AAA titles at high settings or 1440p resolutions.

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