GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce RTX 2050

The GeForce GTX 1660 is the faster graphics card, scoring 26/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 24/100 for the GeForce RTX 2050 — roughly 8% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy.

Winner

GeForce GTX 1660

26
Gaming score / 100
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NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2050

24
Gaming score / 100
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Specs compared

SpecGeForce GTX 1660GeForce RTX 2050
Gaming score26/10024/100
VRAM6 GB-
Memory type--
TDP120 W30 W
Boost clock--
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GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce RTX 2050: which should you buy?

The GeForce GTX 1660 is the faster graphics card, scoring 26/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 24/100 for the GeForce RTX 2050 — roughly 8% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy. For your specific games and resolution, run both through our comparison tool, check pairing with the bottleneck calculator, or see where each lands on the tier list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1660 better than the GeForce RTX 2050?
The GeForce GTX 1660 is faster for gaming, scoring 26/100 versus 24/100 for the GeForce RTX 2050 (about 8% faster).

Should I buy the GeForce GTX 1660 or the GeForce RTX 2050?
For raw gaming performance, choose the GeForce GTX 1660. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the GeForce RTX 2050 can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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