Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths

How does the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER hold up for playing SILENT HILL 2 in 2026? We've compared its performance against similar tier GPUs to identify the most cost-effective upgrade paths.

Equivalent Performance GPUs

Compare the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

GeForce GTX 1070
Marginally Faster
TARGET GPU
GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER
Selected GPU
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Technical Peer

Generational Performance Gap

Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER within its class, visualized in FPS.

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Previous Gen
TARGET GPU
GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER
Selected GPU
GeForce GTX 1070
Next Gen

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER for 4K or high-refresh gaming.

Display Pairing

SILENT HILL 2 x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER: Optimal Display Pairing

Finding the sweet spot for SILENT HILL 2 on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER: avoid over-spec or power shortages. We've identified the ideal resolution to maximize your hardware's potential.

Sweet Spot Environment

The optimal configuration that most efficiently translates hardware performance into visual quality.

Sweet Spot
1080p
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 55 FPS

Performance is near 60 FPS, but maintaining stability is difficult even at low settings. Consider lowering the resolution for a smoother experience.

Minimum Playable
1440p
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 32 FPS

Technically playable, but consistently maintaining 60 FPS is difficult even at low settings. A lower resolution or hardware upgrade is recommended for smooth gameplay.

Power Shortage
4K(2160p)
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 16 FPS

Hardware processing power is below the required threshold to maintain a playable experience. A system-wide upgrade is recommended.

Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER

Visual clarity scales differently depending on physical screen size. Use this matrix to check if your current or planned monitor pairs perfectly with this GPU.

Grade Color Index:
S (Flawless)
A (Sharp / Great)
B (Standard)
C (Rough / Blurry)
F (Low Fidelity)
- (NG / Unsupported)
Resolution ClassFPS Target21"24"27"32"34"42"
1080p
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
S
C
B
A
C
B
A
C
C
F
C
C
F
F
F
F
1440p
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
FPS LIMIT
30
A
B
B
C
C
F
4K(2160p)
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
FPS LIMIT
30
FAQ

FAQ: SILENT HILL 2 x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER

What is the optimal setting for playing SILENT HILL 2 with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?

We recommend "1080p / Ultimate / FG: ON" for comfort. By leveraging AI enhancements, you can maintain high visual quality while ensuring smooth gameplay.

Can NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER run SILENT HILL 2 on Ultra settings?

Ultra settings average 22 FPS. We recommend none settings to achieve 60FPS (55 FPS).

Can I play SILENT HILL 2 at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?

4K is not recommended for this setup. The game averages only 12 FPS at 4K even on Standard settings. We suggest playing at 1440p or 1080p for a better experience.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in SILENT HILL 2 with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?

Yes, it is supported. Since your NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER doesn't support DLSS FG, we recommend the cross-brand FSR for smoother gameplay. Combining this with FSR upscaling ensures high image quality.

Playable

Featured Games for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER

The potential of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER extends far beyond a single title. We’ve analyzed other popular games that run comfortably (Grade S-B) on this hardware.

Comfort Grade: S