NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 vs Intel Arc Pro A50. Specifications, performance, tests

This section provides a detailed comparison of the fundamental technical specifications of the graphics cards NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and Intel Arc Pro A50. It includes key information such as the GPU chip architecture, the number of processing units, and other core features that directly impact the overall performance of the cards in various applications, including gaming and professional workloads.

• GPU Chip
  TU116 DG2-128
• Execution units
  1408 1024
• Render Output Units
  48 32
• Texture Units
  88 64
• L1 Cache
  64 KB No
• L2 Cache
  1.536 MB 4 MB

This section provides a comparison of the memory configurations of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and Intel Arc Pro A50. It includes details such as the memory size, type (e.g., GDDR6, HBM2), and bandwidth, which are key factors that determine how efficiently the card handles large textures, data sets, and high-resolution tasks.Larger memory sizes are typically beneficial for demanding applications like 4K gaming and video editing.

• Memory Size
  6 GB 6 GB
• Memory Type
  GDDR5 GDDR6
• Memory Clock
  2 GHz 2 GHz
• Memory Speed
  8 Gbps 16 Gbps
• Memory Bandwith
  192.1 GB/s 192.0 GB/s
• Memory Interface
  192 bit 96 bit

This section focuses on comparing the clock speeds of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and Intel Arc Pro A50. It includes both the base and boost clock speeds, which directly influence the performance of the GPU during intensive tasks. Faster clock speeds typically translate to higher frame rates in games and quicker processing in compute-heavy applications.

• Base Clock
  1.53 GHz 2.0 GHz
• Boost Clock
  1.785 GHz 2.35 GHz

This section examines the thermal design of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and Intel Arc Pro A50. It includes details such as power consumption (in watts) and thermal output during regular operation and overclocking. Efficient thermal management is essential for maintaining stable performance during long gaming sessions or other demanding tasks.

• TDP
  120 W 75 W
• Power Connectors
  1x 8-pin No
• Suggested PSU
  300 W 250 W

This section compares the connectivity options available on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and Intel Arc Pro A50. These include the number and type of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, and others that are essential for connecting displays and external devices.This information helps determine which card offers more versatile or modern connectivity options.

• DP Ports
  1x DisplayPort 1.4a 4x mini-DisplayPort 2.0

This section compares the technical specifications of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and Intel Arc Pro A50. It highlights key features such as API support for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan, which are crucial for running modern games and applications efficiently.These specifications ensure compatibility and optimal performance across a wide range of software environments.

• Max. resolution
  3840x2160 3840x2160
• DirectX
  12.1 12_2
• OpenGL
  4.6 4.6
• OpenCL
  3.0 3.0
• Vulkan
  1.3 1.3
• Shader Model
  6.7 (6.4) 6.6

This section provides additional information about NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and Intel Arc Pro A50. It covers aspects such as release dates, interface compatibility, and other unique features that might not be covered in other sections.This helps users make a more informed decision about the suitability of each card for their specific use case.

• Architecture
  Turing Generation 12.7
• GPU Interface
  PCIe 3.0 x16 PCIe 4.0 x8
• Structure size
  12 nm 6 nm
• Release date
  Q1/2019 Q3/2022

• Pixel Rate
  85.68 GPixel/s 75.20 GPixel/s
• Texture Rate
  157.1 GTexel/s 150.4 GTexel/s
• FP16 (half)
  10.05 TFLOPS (2:1) 9.626 TFLOPS
• FP32 (float)
  5.027 TFLOPS 4.813 TFLOPS
• FP64 (double)
  157.1 GFLOPS (1:32) 1,203 GFLOPS