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GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design is positioned at rank #96 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX TITAN Z lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX TITAN Z is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design | GeForce GTX TITAN Z |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX TITAN Z remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design and GeForce GTX TITAN Z
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1140 MHz to 1335 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,589 points. Launch price was $229.
GeForce GTX TITAN Z
The GeForce GTX TITAN Z is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 28 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 705 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 5760 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 375W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,811 points. Launch price was $2,999.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design scores 8,589 and the GeForce GTX TITAN Z reaches 8,811 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX TITAN Z uses Kepler, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design) vs 5,760 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z). Raw compute: 4.101 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design) vs 5.046 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z). Boost clocks: 1335 MHz vs 876 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design | GeForce GTX TITAN Z |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8,589 | 8,811+3% |
| Architecture | Turing | Kepler |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 5760 ×2+275% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.101 TFLOPS | 5.046 TFLOPS ×2+23% |
| Boost Clock | 1335 MHz+52% | 876 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 ×2 |
| TMUs | 96 | 240 ×2+150% |
| L1 Cache | 1.5 MB+552% | 0.23 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 1.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design | GeForce GTX TITAN Z |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX TITAN Z has 12 GB. The GeForce GTX TITAN Z offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design) vs 336 GB/s x2 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) — a 1067.4% advantage for the GeForce GTX TITAN Z. Bus width: 192-bit vs 384-bit x2.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design | GeForce GTX TITAN Z |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 12 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 288 GB/s | 336 GB/s x2+17% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 384-bit x2+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 1.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design) vs 12 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design | GeForce GTX TITAN Z |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.4+40% | 1.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design) vs NVENC 1st gen (GeForce GTX TITAN Z). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 1st gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design | GeForce GTX TITAN Z |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 7th Gen NVENC | NVENC 1st gen |
| Decoder | 4th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 1st gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design draws 60W versus the GeForce GTX TITAN Z's 375W — a 144.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design) vs 700W (GeForce GTX TITAN Z). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design | GeForce GTX TITAN Z |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 60W-84% | 375W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-29% | 700W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 80°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 143.2+509% | 23.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design | GeForce GTX TITAN Z |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $2999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $400 |
| Codename | TU116 | GK110B |
| Release | April 23 2019 | May 28 2014 |
| Ranking | #299 | #300 |
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