GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce RTX 4070
GeForce GTX 1660
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 131.3% 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.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-131.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+131.3%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1660 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $180 versus $550 for the GeForce RTX 4070, it costs 67% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 32.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+32.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($180) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce RTX 4070
GeForce GTX 1660
The GeForce GTX 1660 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 14 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1530 MHz to 1785 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,639 points. Launch price was $219.
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1660 scores 11,639 versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 26,919 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 131.3%. The GeForce GTX 1660 is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 4070 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 12 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 1,408 (GeForce GTX 1660) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070). Raw compute: 5.027 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1660) vs 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070). Boost clocks: 1785 MHz vs 2475 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 11,639 | 26,919+131% |
| Architecture | Turing | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 1408 | 5888+318% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 5.027 TFLOPS | 29.15 TFLOPS+480% |
| Boost Clock | 1785 MHz | 2475 MHz+39% |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 88 | 184+109% |
| L1 Cache | 1.4 MB | 5.8 MB+314% |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 36 MB+2300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce GTX 1660 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1660 comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1660) vs 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070) — a 162.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 1660) vs 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 12 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | 504 GB/s+163% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 36 MB+2300% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1660) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce GTX 1660) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1660) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 7th Gen NVENC | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1660 draws 120W versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 200W — a 50% difference. The GeForce GTX 1660 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 1660) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 120W-40% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 450W-31% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 229mm | 304mm |
| Height | 111mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 2-33% | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-6% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 97.0 | 134.6+39% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1660 launched at $219 MSRP and currently averages $180, while the GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 and now averages $550. The GeForce GTX 1660 costs 67.3% less ($370 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 64.7 (GeForce GTX 1660) vs 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) — the GeForce GTX 1660 offers 32.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1660 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $219-63% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180-67% | $550 |
| Performance per Dollar | 64.7+32% | 48.9 |
| Codename | TU116 | AD104 |
| Release | March 14 2019 | April 12 2023 |
| Ranking | #231 | #32 |
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