GTX 1050 Ti vs RX 580
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (2016) and the AMD Radeon RX 580 (2017).
GTX 1050 Ti
NVIDIA Entry-level
- ✓ Lower power draw (75 W vs 185 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($139 vs $229)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
RX 580
AMD Entry-level
- ✓ ~57% faster on average
- ✓ More VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
- ✓ Newer (2017 vs 2016)
Verdict: The RX 580 is roughly 57% faster than the GTX 1050 Ti on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.
The RX 580 also carries more video memory (8 GB vs 4 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the GTX 1050 Ti 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 580 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Polaris |
| Release year | 2016 | 2017 |
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| Memory type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
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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 580 better than the GTX 1050 Ti?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RX 580 is about 57% faster than the GTX 1050 Ti on average.
How much faster is the RX 580 than the GTX 1050 Ti?
Roughly 57% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the GTX 1050 Ti delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.