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 Ti comes out dramatically faster β€” about 56% ahead of the Radeon RX 580. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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Price
Β£137
Perf Index
9%
Value Score
0.066
VRAM8GB GDDR5
Thermal TDP185W
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GeForce GTX 1070 Ti
Price
Β£181
Perf Index
14%
Value Score
0.077
VRAM8GB GDDR5
Thermal TDP180W

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti vs Radeon RX 580: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1070 Ti vs Radeon RX 580

The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is dramatically faster, around 56% ahead of the Radeon RX 580. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is comfortable at 1080p, while the Radeon RX 580 is better matched to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

The Radeon RX 580 currently lists from $137 GBP, $44 GBP less than the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti at $181 GBP. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar by about 18%. The Radeon RX 580 is trading below its $229 GBP MSRP β€” a genuine deal. The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is trading below its $449 GBP MSRP β€” a genuine deal.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the Radeon RX 580 brings AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value, while the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti offers NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: Radeon RX 580 or GeForce GTX 1070 Ti?

The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is the all-round winner here β€” it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the Radeon RX 580 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti better than the Radeon RX 580?

The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is dramatically faster, roughly 56% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the Radeon RX 580 or the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti?

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

Is the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti worth the extra $44 GBP over the Radeon RX 580?

Often yes β€” despite the higher price the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti delivers better performance-per-dollar here.