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 1050 comes out dramatically faster — about 50% ahead of the Radeon RX 560.

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Price
Awaiting Data
Performance
3%
VRAM
2 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+14% Boost Clock (1,455 MHz vs 1,275 MHz)
AMD
Radeon RX 560
Price
€82
Performance
2%
VRAM
2 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+60% Stream Processors (1,024 vs 640)

Geforce GTX 1050 vs Radeon RX 560: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: Geforce GTX 1050 vs Radeon RX 560

The Geforce GTX 1050 is dramatically faster, around 50% ahead of the Radeon RX 560. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the Radeon RX 560 is the gentler choice at 60W versus 75W. The Geforce GTX 1050 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 75W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the Geforce GTX 1050 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 1050 or Radeon RX 560?

The Geforce GTX 1050 is the faster card by about 50%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Geforce GTX 1050 better than the Radeon RX 560?

The Geforce GTX 1050 is dramatically faster, roughly 50% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the Geforce GTX 1050 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.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeforce GTX 1050Radeon RX 560
ArchitecturePascalGCN 4.0 (Polaris)
Process NodeSamsung 14nmGloFo 14nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / Stream Processors)6401,024

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeforce GTX 1050Radeon RX 560
Base Clock1,354 MHz1,175 MHz
Boost Clock1,455 MHz1,275 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeforce GTX 1050Radeon RX 560
VRAM Capacity2 GB2 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus128-bit128-bit
Memory Speed7 Gbps7 Gbps
Bandwidth112 GB/s112 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeforce GTX 1050Radeon RX 560
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x8
TDP75 W60 W
Power ConnectorsNoneNone
ReleasedOct 2016Apr 2017