GTX 1050 Ti vs RX 570
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (2016) and the AMD Radeon RX 570 (2017).
GTX 1050 Ti
NVIDIA Entry-level
- ✓ Lower power draw (75 W vs 150 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($139 vs $169)
RX 570
AMD Entry-level
- ✓ ~29% faster on average
- ✓ Wider memory bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
- ✓ Newer (2017 vs 2016)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RX 570 is roughly 29% faster than the GTX 1050 Ti on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.
At launch pricing, the RX 570 offers more performance per dollar, and the GTX 1050 Ti is the more power-efficient chip.
Estimated performance
Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.
Specs side by side
| Specification | GTX 1050 Ti | RX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Polaris |
| Release year | 2016 | 2017 |
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| Memory type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory bus | ||
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Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RX 570 better than the GTX 1050 Ti?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RX 570 is about 29% faster than the GTX 1050 Ti on average.
How much faster is the RX 570 than the GTX 1050 Ti?
Roughly 29% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RX 570 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.