So I'm planning to build a $500 PC (including the monitor) and I have it all planned out except for the gpu. Well unfortunately, GTX 1050s prices also increased where I live and I couldn't fit it in my budget. I couldn't save more money too. So I was thinking maybe the RX 460 is still a good alternative to GTX 1050. I see that the performance difference is not significantly large in favor of the GTX 1050 but it is justifiable by the price difference now.
RX 460 as an alternative to GTX 1050
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From a performance standpoint, they're in the same general ballpark.
A 560 is a little better, and should be readily available vs the older 460 that's either discontinued... or in very short supply.
The 1050 is a bit faster on average (5-10% range), and should consume less power.... BUT, in most regions, the 560 is cheaper by about 15-20% (the 1024, do not look at an 896 which will net even less performance)
I think it's a very viable option right now.
A 560 is a little better, and should be readily available vs the older 460 that's either discontinued... or in very short supply.
The 1050 is a bit faster on average (5-10% range), and should consume less power.... BUT, in most regions, the 560 is cheaper by about 15-20% (the 1024, do not look at an 896 which will net even less performance)
I think it's a very viable option right now.
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Where are you located?
At their core, they're the same GPU. On a budget, I'd suggest the cheaper option UNLESS it's a Single Fan vs Dual Fan design (I'd suggest the extra $10 is worthwhile if you're getting the additional cooling of a secondary fan).
At their core, they're the same GPU. On a budget, I'd suggest the cheaper option UNLESS it's a Single Fan vs Dual Fan design (I'd suggest the extra $10 is worthwhile if you're getting the additional cooling of a secondary fan).
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Powercolor are a known brand, it's not like you're buying some generic card.
Yes, Sapphire are more established in a lot of countries, but Powercolor* themselves are reputable and I wouldn't have any concerns in opting for their card if it's cheaper.
Yes, Sapphire are more established in a lot of countries, but Powercolor* themselves are reputable and I wouldn't have any concerns in opting for their card if it's cheaper.
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