GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
On raw speed the Geforce GTX 1050 comes out dramatically faster — about 100% ahead of the GeForce GT 1030. But the GeForce GT 1030 is the better value, undercutting it by $186 for the performance you get.
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Geforce GTX 1050 vs GeForce GT 1030: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: Geforce GTX 1050 vs GeForce GT 1030
The Geforce GTX 1050 is dramatically faster, around 100% ahead of the GeForce GT 1030. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.
Price & Value
The GeForce GT 1030 currently lists from $110, $186 less than the Geforce GTX 1050 at $296. Despite being slower, the GeForce GT 1030 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~34% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The Geforce GTX 1050 still sits about $187 above its $109 MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
At 30W against 75W, the GeForce GT 1030 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.
Which should you buy: GeForce GT 1030 or Geforce GTX 1050?
Choose the Geforce GTX 1050 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GT 1030 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.