NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER vs Intel Arc Graphics 140T
The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER has 75% better performance than the Arc Graphics 140T for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER has 58% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT.
Summary
About the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER GPU
The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is a desktop graphics card that launched in Q4 2019 with a MSRP of $229. It is built on the Turing GPU microarchitecture (codename TU116) and is manufactured on a 12 nm process.
Memory
The GTX 1660 SUPER has 6 GB of GDDR6 memory, with a 1,750 MHz memory clock and a 192 bit interface. This gives it a memory bandwidth of 336 Gb/s, which affects how fast it can transfer data to and from memory. GPU memory stores temporary data that helps the GPU with complex math and graphics operations. More memory is generally better, as not having enough can cause performance bottlenecks.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The GTX 1660 SUPER includes 1,408 CUDA cores, the processing units for handling parallel computing tasks. The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 1,530 MHz and can dynamically boost its clock speed up to 1,785 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 88 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 48 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing.
Compatibility & Power Consumption
The GTX 1660 SUPER occupies 2 PCIe expansion slots. It supports DVI, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4a display connections. NVIDIA recommends a power supply of at least 300 W to handle the GPU's thermal design power (TDP) of 125 W.
Benchmark Performance & Value
The GTX 1660 SUPER has the 123rd best 3DMark 11 Performance GPU score among the 567 benchmarked GPUs in our database. It achieves 16.94% of the performance of the best benchmarked GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. Its 21,980.5 score and $229 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 95.98. This is the 29th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
About the Intel Arc Graphics 140T GPU
The Intel Arc Graphics 140T is an integrated graphics card that launched in Q1 2025. It is built on the Xe2-LPG GPU microarchitecture (codename Arrow Lake) and is manufactured on a 3 nm process.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Arc Graphics 140T includes 1,024 shading units, the processing units for handling parallel computing tasks. The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 300 MHz and can dynamically boost its clock speed up to 2,350 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 64 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 32 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing. Additionally, the GPU features 128 Xe Matrix Extensions (XMX) optimized for AI workloads and 8 ray tracing units dedicated to real-time ray tracing calculations.
Compatibility & Power Consumption
The GPU has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 W. A power supply not strong enough to handle this might result in system crashes and potentially damage your hardware.
Benchmark Performance
The Arc Graphics 140T has the 175th best 3DMark 11 Performance GPU score among the 567 benchmarked GPUs in our database. It achieves 9.68% of the performance of the best benchmarked GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090.
General Info
General overview of the GPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | NVIDIA | Intel |
| Architecture | Turing | Xe2-LPG |
| Market Segment | Desktop | Integrated |
| Release Date | Q4 2019 | Q1 2025 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | $229 | -- |
| Production Status | Active | Active |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Gaming Performance
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FPS Benchmarks
This table showcases the average frame rate (FPS) achieved both GPUs in at various resolutions. Frame rate is a crucial indicator of how smoothly the GPU can run the game. A higher FPS generally translates to a smoother gameplay experience.
- Frames Per Second
God of War Ragnarök | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Low - 1080p | 73 FPS | -- |
| Medium - 1080p | 59 FPS | -- |
| High - 1080p | 49 FPS | -- |
| Ultra - 1080p | 45 FPS | -- |
| QHD - 1440p | 32 FPS | -- |
| 4K UHD - 2160p | -- | -- |
Compare Frames Per Second (FPS)
The average frame rate (FPS) in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, higher FPS results in a smoother gameplay experience.
| GPU | Frames Per Second | |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce RTX 3060 | 61 | +92% |
| Arc A770 | 58.8 | +85% |
| GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER | 51.3 | +61% |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 48.4 | +52% |
| GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | 31.8 | |
Compare Cost Per Frame
The average cost per frame in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. Generally, a lower cost per frame implies better value for your money.
| GPU | Cost Per Frame | |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce RTX 3060 | 5.39 | -25% |
| Arc A770 | 5.6 | -22% |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 6.8 | -6% |
| GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | 7.2 | |
| GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER | 7.78 | +8% |
Benchmark Performance
The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER has 75% better performance than the Arc Graphics 140T for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is ranked 123rd with a score of 21,980.5, and the Arc Graphics 140T is ranked 175th with a score of 12,566.
The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER has 148% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090.
GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER's 95.98 performance per dollar ranks it 29th among the other benchmarked GPUs in our database.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
| GPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Radeon RX 6500 XT | 22,954 | +4% |
| GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | 22,891.5 | +4% |
| GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | 21,980.5 | |
| GeForce GTX 1660 | 21,063.5 | -4% |
| Radeon RX 5500 XT | 19,499 | -11% |
| Radeon RX Vega M GH | 14,302 | -35% |
| Radeon 780M | 12,818.5 | -42% |
| Arc Graphics 140T | 12,566 | -43% |
| Radeon 860M | 11,680 | -47% |
| Radeon Pro WX Vega M GL | 10,020 | -54% |
Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| GPU | Performance Per Dollar | |
|---|---|---|
| Radeon RX 570 | 112.23 | +17% |
| Radeon RX 5600 XT | 112.22 | +17% |
| Radeon RX 470 | 98.46 | +3% |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 96.58 | +1% |
| GeForce GTX 1660 | 96.18 | +0% |
| GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | 95.98 | |
| Radeon RX 5700 | 90.17 | -6% |
| Radeon RX 5700 XT | 89.78 | -6% |
| GeForce RTX 3060 | 87.96 | -8% |
| Radeon RX 590 | 83.74 | -13% |
Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both GPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics | 5,965 (+46.42%) | 4,074 |
| 3DMark Time Spy Score | 6,583 (+48.9%) | 4,421 |
| 3DMark Cloud Gate Graphics | 95,473 (+84.95%) | 51,620 |
| 3DMark Fire Strike Standard Graphics | 15,995 (+71.47%) | 9,328 |
| 3DMark Night Raid Graphics | 72,578.5 (+81.24%) | 40,046 |
| 3DMark 11 Performance Score | 22,780.5 (+69.65%) | 13,428 |
| Cinebench R15 OpenGL 64 Bit | -- | 205 |
| PassMark G3D Mark | 12,703 | -- |
| PassMark G2D Mark | 814 | -- |
Technical Specs
Graphics Processor
General information about the graphics processing unit like their architecture, manufacturing process size, and transistor count. Newer GPU architectures generally bring efficiency improvements and may introduce technologies that enhance graphical capabilities.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Codename | TU116 | Arrow Lake |
| Architecture | Turing | Xe2-LPG |
| Process Size | 12 nm | 3 nm |
| Transistors | 6,600 million | 17,800 million |
Memory Details
Memory specifications like their capacity, bandwidth, and clock speeds. GPU memory stores graphics data like frames, textures, and shadows which helps display rendered images. These specs are crucial for graphics-intense applications like gaming and 3D modeling.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Size | 6 GB | System Shared |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | System Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 Gb/s | System Dependent |
| Memory Clock | 1,750 MHz | System Shared |
| Memory Interface | 192 bit | System Shared |
| L1 Cache | 64 KB | -- |
| L2 Cache | 1,536 KB | 4 MB |
Board Compatibility
Compatibility information like their slot size, bus interface, power consumption, and display support. These specs are useful for verifying compatibility with your motherboard, power supply, and monitor.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Slots | 2 slots | -- |
| Bus Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 125 W | 35 W |
| Suggested PSU | 300 W | -- |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | -- |
| Outputs | DVI, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4a | Device Dependent |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can process graphics. Each type of core or component serves a specific computational purpose.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Shading Units | -- | 1,024 |
| CUDA Cores | 1,408 | -- |
| Execution Units (EU) | -- | 8 |
| Stream Multiprocessors (SM) | 22 | -- |
| Texture Mapping Units (TMU) | 88 | 64 |
| Render Output Units (ROP) | 48 | 32 |
| Xe Matrix Extensions (XMX) | -- | 128 |
| Ray Tracing Units (RTU) | -- | 8 |
| Core Clock Speed | 1,530 MHz | 300 MHz |
| Core Clock Speed (Boost) | 1,785 MHz | 2,350 MHz |
Theoretical Performance
Theoretical performance numbers derived from the raw specifications of the different components like core count and clock speeds. While these provide a glimpse into peak processing power, they do not represent real-world performance.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Fill Rate | 85.68 GPixel/s | 75.2 GPixel/s |
| Texture Fill Rate | 157.1 GTexel/s | 150.4 GTexel/s |
| FP32 Performance | 5.03 TFLOPS | 4.81 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 157.1 GFLOPS | 1,203.2 GFLOPS |
API Support
Graphics API versions supported by these graphics cards. APIs evolve over time, introducing new features and functionalities. Older GPUs may not support recent versions.
| Spec | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | Arc Graphics 140T |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| OpenCL | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Shader Model | 6.8 | 6.8 |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark and MSRP.