GTX 1660 vs RTX 3070
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 (2019) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (2020).
GTX 1660
NVIDIA Entry-level
- ✓ Lower power draw (120 W vs 220 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($219 vs $499)
RTX 3070
NVIDIA High-end
- ✓ ~193% faster on average
- ✓ More VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (256-bit vs 192-bit)
- ✓ Newer (2020 vs 2019)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RTX 3070 is roughly 193% faster than the GTX 1660 on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.
The RTX 3070 also carries more video memory (8 GB vs 6 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RTX 3070 offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 3070 is the more power-efficient chip.
Estimated performance
Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.
Specs side by side
| Specification | GTX 1660 | RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Release year | 2019 | 2020 |
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| Shading units | ||
| Boost clock | ||
| FP32 compute | ||
| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | ||
| Board power | ||
| Launch MSRP |
Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 3070 better than the GTX 1660?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 3070 is about 193% faster than the GTX 1660 on average.
How much faster is the RTX 3070 than the GTX 1660?
Roughly 193% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RTX 3070 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.