RACK vs. SOXX

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

RACK (VanEck Data Center Supply Chain ETF) and SOXX (iShares Semiconductor ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - RACK is a Technology Equities fund tracking the MarketVector Data Center Supply Chain Index, while SOXX is a Semiconductors fund tracking the NYSE Semiconductor Index. Both are passively managed. With a 1.00 correlation, they move nearly in lockstep. RACK charges 0.50%/yr vs 0.34%/yr for SOXX.

Performance

RACK vs. SOXX - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in VanEck Data Center Supply Chain ETF (RACK) and iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

RACK

• 1D: -2.11%
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

SOXX

• 1D: -2.10%
• 1M: 24.86%
• YTD: 100.26%
• 6M: 97.20%
• 1Y: 179.78%
• 3Y*: 57.09%
• 5Y*: 33.93%
• 10Y*: 35.54%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

RACK vs. SOXX - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
RACK VanEck Data Center Supply Chain ETF	-2.16%
SOXX iShares Semiconductor ETF	-0.38%

Correlation

The correlation between RACK and SOXX is 1.00 - these two move nearly in lockstep. At this level, holding both provides almost no diversification benefit. If you already own one, adding the other does little to reduce portfolio risk.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jun 3, 2026	1.00

Return for Risk

RACK vs. SOXX — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

SOXX

SOXX Risk / Return Rank: 96
SOXX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 98
SOXX Sortino Ratio Rank: 95
SOXX Omega Ratio Rank: 95
SOXX Calmar Ratio Rank: 97
SOXX Martin Ratio Rank: 97

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

RACK vs. SOXX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for VanEck Data Center Supply Chain ETF (RACK) and iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	RACK	SOXX	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	5.29	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.94	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	1.07	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	-5.75	0.44	-6.19

Drawdowns

RACK vs. SOXX - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum RACK drawdown since its inception was -2.16%, smaller than the maximum SOXX drawdown of -70.21%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for RACK and SOXX.

Drawdown Indicators

	RACK	SOXX	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-2.16%	-70.21%	+68.05%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-15.77%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-41.36%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-45.75%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-45.75%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-2.16%	-2.10%	-0.06%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-1.11%	-19.97%	+18.86%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	4.11%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	RACK	SOXX	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	14.08%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	27.45%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	23.03%	34.20%	-11.17%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	23.03%	36.11%	-13.08%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	23.03%	33.43%	-10.40%

RACK vs. SOXX - Expense Ratio Comparison

RACK has a 0.50% expense ratio, which is higher than SOXX's 0.34% expense ratio.

Dividends

RACK vs. SOXX - Dividend Comparison

RACK has not paid dividends to shareholders, while SOXX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.28%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
RACK VanEck Data Center Supply Chain ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
SOXX iShares Semiconductor ETF	0.28%	0.57%	0.67%	0.78%	1.26%	0.64%	0.81%	1.23%	1.37%	0.90%	1.08%	1.29%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both RACK and SOXX in my portfolio?

With a correlation of 1.00, RACK and SOXX move almost identically. Holding both adds very little diversification - you're essentially doubling your position in the same market segment. Choosing one is usually more capital-efficient.

Which ETF is better, RACK or SOXX?

On fees, SOXX is cheaper at 0.34% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, RACK or SOXX?

SOXX is cheaper with a 0.34% expense ratio, compared with 0.50% for RACK.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, RACK or SOXX?

SOXX has the higher dividend yield at 0.28%, compared with 0.00% for RACK.

What is the main difference between RACK and SOXX?

RACK is categorized as Technology Equities, while SOXX is Semiconductors. RACK tracks MarketVector Data Center Supply Chain Index, while SOXX tracks NYSE Semiconductor Index. They also come from different issuers: VanEck and iShares. Their fees differ too: 0.50% for RACK and 0.34% for SOXX.