GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

The GeForce GTX 960 is significantly faster than the Radeon RX 560, leading by roughly 25% in our performance index. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.

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GeForce GTX 960
Price
$479
Perf Index
5%
Value Score
0.010
VRAM2GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP
Price
$730
Perf Index
4%
Value Score
0.005
VRAM2GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP60W

GeForce GTX 960 vs Radeon RX 560: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 960 vs Radeon RX 560

The GeForce GTX 960 is significantly faster, around 25% ahead of the Radeon RX 560. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce GTX 960 starts at $479 against $730 for the Radeon RX 560. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 960 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 91%. The GeForce GTX 960 still sits about $280 above its $199 MSRP. The Radeon RX 560 still sits about $631 above its $99 MSRP.

Generation & Longevity

The Radeon RX 560 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce GTX 960, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce GTX 960 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 560 offers AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 960 or Radeon RX 560?

the GeForce GTX 960 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the Radeon RX 560 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 960 better than the Radeon RX 560?

The GeForce GTX 960 is significantly faster, roughly 25% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 960 or the Radeon RX 560?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at entry-level 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the Radeon RX 560 worth the extra $251 over the GeForce GTX 960?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 960 comes out ahead.