GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1070 comes out dramatically faster — about 160% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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Price
€170
Benchmark %
5%
VRAM
4 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1070
Price
€343
Benchmark %
13%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+150% CUDA Cores (1,920 vs 768)
+129% Bandwidth (256 GB/s vs 112 GB/s)
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)

GeForce GTX 1070 vs GeForce GTX 1050 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1070 vs GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

The GeForce GTX 1070 is dramatically faster, around 160% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1070 packs 1,920 CUDA cores versus 768 on the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti currently lists from $170 EUR, $173 EUR less than the GeForce GTX 1070 at $343 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1070 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 29%. The GeForce GTX 1070 is trading below its $379 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti is the gentler choice at 75W versus 150W. The GeForce GTX 1070 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 150W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce GTX 1070 carries 8GB versus 4GB on the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti. The extra 4GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce GTX 1070's memory is also faster — 256 GB/s versus 112 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or GeForce GTX 1070?

The GeForce GTX 1070 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1070 better than the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti?

The GeForce GTX 1070 is dramatically faster, roughly 160% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or the GeForce GTX 1070?

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 GeForce GTX 1070 worth the extra $173 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti?

Often yes — despite the higher price the GeForce GTX 1070 delivers better performance-per-dollar here.

Does the GeForce GTX 1070 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 8GB (vs 4GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1050 TiGeForce GTX 1070
ArchitecturePascalPascal
Process NodeSamsung 14nmTSMC 16nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)7681,920

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1050 TiGeForce GTX 1070
Base Clock1,290 MHz1,506 MHz
Boost Clock1,392 MHz1,683 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1050 TiGeForce GTX 1070
VRAM Capacity4 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus128-bit256-bit
Memory Speed7 Gbps8 Gbps
Bandwidth112 GB/s256 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1050 TiGeForce GTX 1070
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP75 W150 W
Power ConnectorsNone1x 8-pin
ReleasedOct 2016Jun 2016