NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660

Pros

• Capable of handling 1080p gaming for older or less demanding titles like World of Warcraft.
• Affordable entry point when purchased on the used market.
• Relatively low power requirements, typically compatible with 400W power supplies.
• Significant performance boost for users upgrading from integrated graphics or older cards like the 1050 Ti.

Cons

• Struggles to maintain performance in newer triple-A titles.
• Lacks future-proofing and is often the first component to require an upgrade in modern builds.
• Occasional reports of hardware failure in older units, characterized by fans maxing out and visual cutouts.
• Performance can be significantly bottlenecked by older CPUs.

Caveats

• Requires an 8-pin power connector.
• Users have reported specific instances of scams and red flags when navigating the used market for this card.
• Some users noted inconsistent performance gains when upgrading from certain older architectures.

Best for

• Budget-conscious 1080p gamers.
• Users playing older or less demanding titles.
• Entry-level used PC builds.

Avoid if

• You intend to play modern AAA games at high settings.
• You are looking for a future-proof GPU with modern features.
• You can afford a newer generation card like the RTX 3060 or 4060.