Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC vs MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. Specifications, performance, tests

This section provides a detailed comparison of the fundamental technical specifications of the graphics cards Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. It includes key information such as the GPU chip architecture, the number of processing units, and other core features that directly impact the overall performance of the cards in various applications, including gaming and professional workloads.

• Based on
  NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
• GPU Chip
  TU116-400-A1 GP106-410-A1
• Execution units
  24 10
• Shader
  1536 1280
• Render Output Units
  48 48
• Texture Units
  96 80

Here is a comparison of memory configurations Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. It includes details such as the memory size, type (e.g., GDDR6, HBM2), and bandwidth, which are key factors that determine how efficiently the card handles large textures, data sets, and high-resolution tasks.Larger memory sizes are typically beneficial for demanding applications like 4K gaming and video editing.

• Memory Size
  6 GB 6 GB
• Memory Type
  GDDR6 GDDR5
• Memory Speed
  1.5 GHz 2.002 GHz
• Memory Bandwith
  288 GB/s 192 GB/s
• Memory Interface
  192 bit 192 bit

This section focuses on comparing the clock speeds of Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. It includes both the base and boost clock speeds, which directly influence the performance of the GPU during intensive tasks. Faster clock speeds typically translate to higher frame rates in games and quicker processing in compute-heavy applications.

• Base Clock
  1.500 GHz 1.506 GHz
• Boost Clock
  1.815 GHz+ 3 % 1.746 GHz+ 2 %
• Avg (Game) Clock
  1.770 GHz 1.733 GHz
• Overclocking
  Yes Yes

This section examines the thermal design of Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. It includes details such as power consumption (in watts) and thermal output during regular operation and overclocking. Efficient thermal management is essential for maintaining stable performance during long gaming sessions or other demanding tasks.

• TDP
  120 W 120 W
• TDP (up)
  -- --
• Tjunction max
  -- --
• PCIe-Power
  1 x 8-Pin 1 x 8-Pin

This section compares the cooling systems of Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. It includes details about the types of coolers (e.g., blower or open-air) and the number and size of fans, which play a crucial role in maintaining optimal temperatures during operation.Effective cooling is essential for preventing thermal throttling and extending the longevity of the GPU.

• Fan-Type
  Axial Axial
• Cooler-Type
  Air cooling Air cooling
• Fan 1
  2 x 90 mm 2 x 100 mm
• Noise (Idle)
  -- 0 dB / Silent
• Fan 2
  -- --
• Noise (Load)
  -- --

This section compares the connectivity options available on Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. These include the number and type of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, and others that are essential for connecting displays and external devices.This information helps determine which card offers more versatile or modern connectivity options.

• Max. Displays
  3 4
• HDCP-Version
  2.2 2.2
• HDMI Ports
  1x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.0b
• DP Ports
  1x DP v1.4 3x DP v1.4
• DVI Ports
  1 1
• VGA Ports
  -- --
• USB-C Ports
  -- --

This section compares the technical specifications of Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. It highlights key features such as API support for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan, which are crucial for running modern games and applications efficiently.These specifications ensure compatibility and optimal performance across a wide range of software environments.

• Max. resolution
  3840x2160 7680x4320
• DirectX
  12_1 12_1
• Raytracing
  No No
• DLSS / FSR
  No No
• LED
  No LED lighting MSI Mystic Light

This section compares the support for video codecs on Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. It highlights the built-in capabilities for compressing and decompressing video formats such as H.264, H.265 (HEVC), and VP9, which are important for tasks like video editing and streaming.

• h264
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP8
  Decode No
• h265 / HEVC
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP9
  Decode Decode
• AV1
  No No

This section compares the physical dimensions of Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. It includes the size, weight, and slot requirements, which are important considerations for ensuring compatibility with your PC case, especially in smaller or more compact builds.

• Length
  235 mm 277 mm
• Height
  115 mm 140 mm
• Width
  -- 39 mm
• Width (Slots)
  2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
• Weight
  -- 1017 g

This section provides additional information about Gainward GeForce GTX 1660 TI Ghost OC and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING 6G. It covers aspects such as release dates, interface compatibility, and other unique features that might not be covered in other sections.This helps users make a more informed decision about the suitability of each card for their specific use case.

• GPU Interface
  PCIe 3.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
• Release date
  Q1/2019 Q3/2016
• Release price
  -- --
• Structure size
  12 nm 16 nm
• Part-no
  NE6166TS18J9-1160X --
• Documents
  data sheet data sheet