Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 SuperFrom real comments

Verdict distilled from 30 mentions across 11 aspects in comments under product review videos.

Positive sentiment42%
PROS 42%
CONS 58%

Rank based on 30 mentions across 11 aspects

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Buy this if...

  • You want strong 1080p performance without paying for ray tracing
  • You're upgrading an aging PC on a tight budget
  • You want a card with warranty over a cheaper used 1070

What users love

Skip this if...

  • You can find a used 1070/1070 Ti with more VRAM for similar money
  • You need 1440p/60fps or higher performance
  • You already own a 1660 or 1660 Ti bought shortly before

What users complain about

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Best choice
1Mid
Cool, quiet cooling performanceSleek, understated build qualityLow power consumptionHigh prices during shortageCoil whine on some unitsFan durability concerns long-term
Cool, quiet cooling performance
Sleek, understated build quality
Low power consumption
High prices during shortage
Coil whine on some units
Fan durability concerns long-term
Best value
2Budget
Exceptional longevitySolid 1080p performanceGood upgrade path from old GPUsLimited to lower/medium settings for demanding gamesNot top-tier performanceFan/cooler reliability over time
Exceptional longevity
Solid 1080p performance
Good upgrade path from old GPUs
Limited to lower/medium settings for demanding games
Not top-tier performance
Fan/cooler reliability over time
3Premium
Exceptional longevityStrong 1440p gaming performanceGreat used market valueEventually needs replacement in demanding gamesLacks modern feature setThermal paste degradation over time
Exceptional longevity
Strong 1440p gaming performance
Great used market value
Eventually needs replacement in demanding games
Lacks modern feature set
Thermal paste degradation over time
4Mid
Strong 1080p gaming performanceExcellent value for moneyLong-term reliability and longevityBrand-specific fan noise concernsLimited VRAM versus competitorsOccasional driver/compatibility issues
Strong 1080p gaming performance
Excellent value for money
Long-term reliability and longevity
Brand-specific fan noise concerns
Limited VRAM versus competitors
Occasional driver/compatibility issues
5Mid
Strong 1080p/1440p performancePerformance comparable to GTX 1070/1070Ti at lower priceLong-term reliability and aging wellHigh price for a mid-range card12GB variant seen as poor value or confusingLimited 6GB VRAM
Strong 1080p/1440p performance
Performance comparable to GTX 1070/1070Ti at lower price
Long-term reliability and aging well
High price for a mid-range card
12GB variant seen as poor value or confusing
Limited 6GB VRAM
6Budget
No external power connector neededGreat for small form factor and HTPC buildsLater became a good value due to shortagesPoor value versus RX 570Overpriced at launchRegional price disparities make it worse value
No external power connector needed
Great for small form factor and HTPC builds
Later became a good value due to shortages
Poor value versus RX 570
Overpriced at launch
Regional price disparities make it worse value
7Mid
Near-MSRP pricing and dealsCool operating temperaturesQuiet operation for most unitsCoil whine / fan noise on some unitsConfusing naming schemeNew 12-pin power connector adoption concerns
Near-MSRP pricing and deals
Cool operating temperatures
Quiet operation for most units
Coil whine / fan noise on some units
Confusing naming scheme
New 12-pin power connector adoption concerns
8Mid
Frequently available at or near MSRPStrong performance upgrade from older GPUsRuns cool and quiet, undervolts wellCoil whine or fan noise on some units12GB VRAM may limit future-proofingVoltage locked, limiting overclocking on some units
Frequently available at or near MSRP
Strong performance upgrade from older GPUs
Runs cool and quiet, undervolts well
Coil whine or fan noise on some units
12GB VRAM may limit future-proofing
Voltage locked, limiting overclocking on some units
9Budget
Solid 1080p performanceExcellent budget valueExceptional longevityStruggles with demanding modern gamesCooling wear over yearsDriver instability
Solid 1080p performance
Excellent budget value
Exceptional longevity
Struggles with demanding modern games
Cooling wear over years
Driver instability
10Budget
Low power draw
Low power draw
You are here
31Mid
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Super
Strong 1080p valueComparable to used 1070Good for budget/aging PC upgradesRedundant/rushed refreshUsed 1070/1070 Ti often a better dealNot enough for 1440p or high FPS
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Super
Strong 1080p value
Comparable to used 1070
Good for budget/aging PC upgrades
Redundant/rushed refresh
Used 1070/1070 Ti often a better deal
Not enough for 1440p or high FPS

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Ranked by what users actually praise

Overall Impression

A budget 1080p sweet spot matching used 1070 performance. Multiple commenters directly compare the 1660 Super to a used GTX 1070, saying it delivers the same performance, sometimes for less money. One buyer said it made them feel better about an already-purchased used 1070 since performance was equivalent. Others call it the sweet spot for their wallet, prioritizing price-to-performance over ray tracing or ultra settings, and expect it to last a few years before upgrading again.

Frustration over rapid refresh cycles and pricing decisions. Several users who bought a regular 1660 or 1660 Ti just before the Super's release express regret, noting the price difference was small. Others argue Nvidia should have simply dropped prices on existing cards rather than releasing a new SKU, calling the Super redundant next to the 1660 Ti. This refresh fatigue is a recurring frustration among commenters who feel burned by timing.

Value questioned against used cards and AMD competition. Commenters frequently suggest a used 1070 or 1070 Ti with 8GB VRAM is a better deal at similar price points, citing extra memory as an advantage in some games. Others point to AMD alternatives like the Vega 56 or upcoming 5500/5600 as stronger value below $500. Some also note the card struggles to hit 60fps at 1440p, limiting its appeal for higher-resolution gaming.

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