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GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce GTX 980
The GeForce GTX 1660 is quite a bit faster than the GeForce GTX 980 on average across 100+ games and it's also a much better value for money, as it's $149.17 cheaper!
GeForce GTX 166011% Score
- Up to 25% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 4 years and 7 months newer
- Up to 151% cheaper – $219.83 vs $369.00
- Up to 213% better value for money
GeForce GTX 9809% Score
- Up to 151% more expensive – $369.00 vs $219.83
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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GeForce GTX 1660 has 1% more compute power.
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GeForce GTX 1660 fills pixels 10% faster.
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GeForce GTX 1660 maps textures 1% faster.
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GeForce GTX 980 moves data 17% faster.
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-Frequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce GTX 1660 or GeForce GTX 980?expand_more
The GeForce GTX 1660. It's 22% faster than the GeForce GTX 980 on average across 100+ games, scoring 11/100 vs 9/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce GTX 1660 than GeForce GTX 980?expand_more
22% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce GTX 1660 or GeForce GTX 980?expand_more
The GeForce GTX 1660 is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the GeForce GTX 1660 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 11/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce GTX 980?expand_more
Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 scores 11/100, GeForce GTX 980 scores 9/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce GTX 1660 or GeForce GTX 980 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce GTX 1660 or GeForce GTX 980?expand_more
The GeForce GTX 1660 is the stronger pick at 11/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce GTX 980?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.
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