NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1660 vs Radeon RX 9050 4 GB
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
RX 9050 4 GB
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RX 9050 4 GB outperforms GTX 1660 by 13% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+13%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.GeForce GTX 1660 vs Radeon RX 9050 4 GB: key takeaway
The comparison of GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB shows a 13% advantage for RX 9050 4 GB in gaming performance, while GTX 1660 may still be stronger in value for money. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
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AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Memory capacity
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COMPARISON RESULT
GTX 1660 is the best overall choice
GTX 1660 leads in combined game performance. GTX 1660 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
GTX 1660 leads in the combined performance index
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 92–97of 319
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce GTX 1660
75 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
GeForce GTX 1660
100/100 · Price $229The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
38
43Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
34
37Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
31
35Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100
100
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
62Better
59
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aDisplayPort 2.1a
HDMIHDMI 2.0HDMI 2.1b
Device classDesktopDesktop
USB Type-CNoNo
DirectX12.112 Ultimate
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
TFLOPS5.02710.6Better
Power consumption120 W92 WBetter
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR6
Clock speed1530 - 1785 MHz1920 - 2600 MHzBetter
Base clock1530 MHz1920 MHzBetter
Max monitors3Varies by board
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 x 4320
Boost clock1785 MHz2600 MHzBetter
VRAM6 GB GDDR5Better4 GB GDDR6
Power connector8 pin8 pin
Release date20192026
ArchitectureTuringRDNA 4
ThicknessDual-slotVaries by board
Memory frequency8 GHz18 GbpsBetter
Memory bus192 bitBetter64 bit
Memory bandwidth192 GB/sBetter144 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 5.0 x16
Power consumption120 W92 WBetter
Process node12 nm4 nmBetter
Recommended PSU300 WBetter450 W
Length229 mmVaries by board
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5OpenCL 3.0
Launch price$229OEM only - not announced
Shader units / cores1408Better1024
Die size284 mm²—
Memory cacheL1 64 KB, L2 1.5 MB16 MBBetter
Transistor count6600 million29.7 billionBetter
UpscalingNVIDIA Image Scaling (NIS)FSR 4.1
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
GTX 1660RX 9050 4 GB
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
22 FPSEstimated 66%
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1080p Ultra
19 FPSEstimated 66%
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1440p Ultra
11 FPSEstimated 60%
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4K Ultra
5 FPSEstimated 55%
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Black Myth: WukongGTX 166022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166011 FPSEstimated 60%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 16605 FPSEstimated 55%RX 9050 4 GB—
Call of Duty: WarzoneGTX 166022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166011 FPSEstimated 60%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 16605 FPSEstimated 55%RX 9050 4 GB—
Counter-Strike 2GTX 1660189 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 1660133 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166077 FPSEstimated 68%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166024 FPSEstimated 62%RX 9050 4 GB—
Cyberpunk 2077GTX 1660122 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 1660105 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166056 FPSEstimated 68%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166016 FPSEstimated 62%RX 9050 4 GB—
Forza Horizon 5GTX 1660154 FPSEstimated 80%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166099 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166069 FPSEstimated 68%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166036 FPSEstimated 62%RX 9050 4 GB—
God of War RagnarökGTX 166022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166011 FPSEstimated 60%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 16605 FPSEstimated 55%RX 9050 4 GB—
Hogwarts LegacyGTX 166099 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166083 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166050 FPSEstimated 68%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166017 FPSEstimated 62%RX 9050 4 GB—
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024GTX 166022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166011 FPSEstimated 60%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 16605 FPSEstimated 55%RX 9050 4 GB—
Monster Hunter WildsGTX 166022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166011 FPSEstimated 60%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 16605 FPSEstimated 55%RX 9050 4 GB—
StarfieldGTX 166022 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166019 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 166011 FPSEstimated 60%RX 9050 4 GB—GTX 16605 FPSEstimated 55%RX 9050 4 GB—
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100384312%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100455214%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10044489%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 10060600%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001001000%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 10048516%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10047506%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10044489%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10050536%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10045486%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.112 Ultimate
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNVIDIA Image Scaling (NIS)FSR 4.1
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5OpenCL 3.0
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureTuringRDNA 4
Process node12 nm4 nmBetter
Release date20192026
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count6600 million29.7 billionBetter
Die size284 mm²—
Shader units / cores1408Better1024
Base clock1530 MHz1920 MHzBetter
Boost clock1785 MHz2600 MHzBetter
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 5.0 x16
Length229 mmVaries by board
ThicknessDual-slotVaries by board
Recommended PSU300 WBetter450 W
Power connector8 pin8 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.0HDMI 2.1b
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aDisplayPort 2.1a
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors3Varies by board
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 x 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares GTX 1660 and RX 9050 4 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM6 GB GDDR5Better4 GB GDDR6
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory bus192 bitBetter64 bit
TFLOPS5.02710.6Better
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: GTX 1660 or RX 9050 4 GB?+
GTX 1660 has the higher overall gaming score, while GTX 1660 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GTX 1660 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
GTX 1660 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
GTX 1660 offers more overall performance, while GTX 1660 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GTX 1660 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
GTX 1660 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GTX 1660 leads in combined 1440p performance. GTX 1660 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GTX 1660 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RX 9050 4 GB is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
RX 9050 4 GB is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to GTX 1660 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.