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Aggregate performance score

We've compared GeForce GTX 1660 and Radeon RX 6500 XT, covering specs and all relevant benchmarks.

GeForce GTX 1660 +10%
12
6GB , 120W
Radeon RX 6500 XT
11
4GB , 107W

GeForce GTX 1660 outperforms Radeon RX 6500 XT by a moderate 10% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Summary

We compared two graphics cards: the GeForce GTX 1660 with 6GB VRAM (Turing architecture), against the Radeon RX 6500 XT with 4GB VRAM (RDNA 2 architecture). The Radeon RX 6500 XT offers significantly better value for money with a 23% higher value score. The Radeon RX 6500 XT is more power-efficient, consuming 107W compared to 120W. On this page, you will find detailed benchmark comparisons, technical specifications, value score analysis, and key differences to help you choose the right graphics card for your needs and budget.

Key Differences

An overview of the main advantages of each graphics card

Reasons to consider the GeForce GTX 1660

10% higher 3DMark score (5,454 versus 4,973)
50% more VRAM: 6GB versus 4GB

Reasons to consider the Radeon RX 6500 XT

23% better value score (34 versus 27)
11% lower power consumption (107W versus 120W)
$51 lower current price ($148 versus $199)

Value Score Comparison

Price-to-performance value analysis

GeForce GTX 1660
27
Radeon RX 6500 XT
+23% better value
34

Benchmarks

Performance comparison across 1 common benchmarks

3DMark synthetic

GeForce GTX 1660
+10%
5,454
Radeon RX 6500 XT
4,973

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side hardware comparison

Specification GeForce GTX 1660 Radeon RX 6500 XT
Architecture Turing RDNA 2
VRAM Size 6 GB 4 GB
TDP 120W 107W
Current Price $199
New • Amazon
$148
New • Amazon

Conclusion

If you plan to game at higher resolutions or use VRAM-intensive applications, the GeForce GTX 1660 with 6GB VRAM provides more headroom. Both graphics cards have their strengths, so choose based on your specific gaming needs, budget constraints, and performance requirements.