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    GeForce GTX 1660 vs GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q

    When comparing GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q, we look primarily at benchmarks and game tests. But it is not only about the numbers. Often you can find third-party models with higher clock speeds, better cooling, or a customizable RGB lighting. Not all of them will have all the features you need. Another thing to consider is the port selection. Most graphics cards have at least one DisplayPort and HDMI interface, but some monitors require DVI. Before you buy, check the TDP of the graphics card - this characteristic will help you estimate the consumption of the graphics card. You may even have to upgrade your PSU to meet its requirements. An important factor when choosing between GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q is the price. Does the additional cost justify the performance hit? Our comparison should help you make the right decision.
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    GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q is a Laptop Graphics Card

    Note: GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q is only used in laptop graphics. It has lower GPU clock speed compared to the desktop variant, which results in lower power consumption, but also 10-30% lower gaming performance. Check available laptop models with GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q here:

    GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q Laptops

    Main Specs

      GeForce GTX 1660 GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q
    Power consumption (TDP) 120 Watt 80 Watt
    Interface PCIe 3.0 x16 PCIe 3.0 x16
    Supplementary power connectors 1x 8-pin None
    Memory type GDDR5 GDDR6
    Maximum RAM amount 6 GB 8 GB
    Display Connectors 1x DVI, 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort No outputs
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    • GeForce GTX 1660 has 50% more power consumption, than GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q.
    • Both video cards are using PCIe 3.0 x16 interface connection to a motherboard.
    • GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q has 2 GB more memory, than GeForce GTX 1660.
    • GeForce GTX 1660 is used in Desktops, and GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q - in Laptops.
    • GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q are build with Turing architecture.
    • Core clock speed of GeForce GTX 1660 is 645 MHz higher, than GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q.
    • GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q are manufactured by 12 nm process technology.
    • Memory clock speed of GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q is 4000 MHz higher, than GeForce GTX 1660.

    Game benchmarks

    high / 1080p 55−60 60−65
    ultra / 1080p 40−45 40−45
    QHD / 1440p 30−35 35−40
    4K / 2160p 18−20 20−22
    low / 720p 80−85 85−90
    medium / 1080p 65−70 70−75
    The average gaming FPS of GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q in Assassin's Creed Odyssey is 6% more, than GeForce GTX 1660.

    Full Specs

      GeForce GTX 1660 GeForce RTX 2070 Max Q
    Architecture Turing Turing
    Code name Turing TU116 N18E-G2 MAX-Q TU106
    Type Desktop Laptop
    Release date 14 March 2019 6 January 2019
    Pipelines 1408 2304
    Core clock speed 1530 MHz 885-1080 MHz
    Boost Clock 1785 MHz 1185-1305 MHz
    Transistor count 6,600 million 10,800 million
    Manufacturing process technology 12 nm 12 nm
    Texture fill rate 157.1 170.6
    Length 229 mm
    Memory bus width 192 Bit 256 Bit
    Memory clock speed 8000 MHz 12000 MHz
    Memory bandwidth 192.1 GB/s 384.0 GB/s
    Shared memory - -
    G-SYNC support +
    VR Ready +
    DirectX 12 (12_1) 12 Ultimate (12_1)
    Shader Model 6.5 6.5
    OpenGL 4.6 4.6
    OpenCL 1.2 1.2
    Vulkan 1.2.131 1.2.131
    CUDA 7.5 7.5
    Laptop size large
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