
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) vs RTX A400

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile)
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) is positioned at rank 28 and the RTX A400 is on rank 26, so the RTX A400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile)
Performance Per Dollar RTX A400
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX A400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile).
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the RTX A400 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) and RTX A400

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile)
The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1350 MHz to 1485 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,918 points.

RTX A400
The RTX A400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 16 2024. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 727 MHz to 1762 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 6 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,983 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) scores 5,918 and the RTX A400 reaches 5,983 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) is built on Turing while the RTX A400 uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile)) vs 768 (RTX A400). Raw compute: 3.041 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile)) vs 2.706 TFLOPS (RTX A400). Boost clocks: 1485 MHz vs 1762 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,918 | 5,983+1% |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024+33% | 768 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.041 TFLOPS+12% | 2.706 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1485 MHz | 1762 MHz+19% |
| ROPs | 32+100% | 16 |
| TMUs | 64+167% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) draws 50W versus the RTX A400's 50W — a 0% difference. The RTX A400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile)) vs 350W (RTX A400). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 118.4 | 119.7+1% |
Value Analysis
The RTX A400 is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile) | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $135 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $135 |
| Codename | TU116 | GA107 |
| Release | April 23 2020 | April 16 2024 |
| Ranking | #324 | #397 |
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