Projections assume the current yield and share price remain constant. Actual results will vary.
Total returns
100% reinvested · ex-date convention. Period returns use this fixed assumption, independent of chart settings. YTD and 1Y are cumulative period returns; 3Y, 5Y, and 10Y are annualized. The shared Since-start window is annualized only when it covers at least one year.
QNDX has outpaced QQQ over the shared window since Jun 2026, posting a 4.36% total return against 4.21%. Figures are total returns: price change plus every distribution reinvested.
Total return and risk statistics by fund. Each row is one fund; each column is one period or statistic.
Total return with all distributions reinvested on the ex-dividend date (a modeling convention, not the cash-settlement date), split-adjusted, as of September 30, 2026. YTD and 1Y are cumulative period returns; 3Y, 5Y, and 10Y are annualized. The shared Since-start window is annualized only when it covers at least one year. “Since Jun 2026” measures every fund from June 24, 2026 — the start of shared available history — so all funds share one comparison window. Volatility is the annualized standard deviation of daily total returns over the shared window since Jun 2026. Sharpe and Sortino divide the annualized return in excess of the risk-free rate by, respectively, that volatility and the downside deviation (both over the shared window since Jun 2026) — higher is better. Max drawdown is the largest peak-to-trough total-return decline over the same window — shallower is better.
Side-by-side snapshot
Side-by-side snapshot. Each row is one metric;
each column is one fund.
— Distribution rate, Safety-Adjusted Yield, last dividend, and ex-dividend date are not yet available because QNDX launched June 2026; these fields will populate after the first distribution.
Bottom lineWe won't call this one: QNDX launched June 2026, so there is not yet a track record to compare. Compare the strategy, cost and holdings in the sections above and treat any performance figures for the newer ETF as provisional.
One index: compare costs and implementation
QNDX and QQQ seek Nasdaq-100 exposure. The choice is about fund implementation and ownership costs, not a different underlying investment theme. Asset size alone does not establish the spread or price available for your order.
QNDX
QQQ
Benchmark
Nasdaq-100
Nasdaq-100
Expense ratio
0.10%
0.18%
Operating history
Newer fund; evaluate its available live record
Longer live record; use matching dates for comparison
Trading costs
Check current spread, premium/discount, and order size
Check current spread, premium/discount, and order size
ETFs and AUM reflect what Dividend Vision tracks — the issuer's full lineup may be larger.
State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is one of the largest ETF providers globally, known for its flagship SPDR suite of exchange-traded products that serve both institutional and retail investors across a broad range of asset classes. Their 88-fund lineup spans diverse strategies including sector exposure (Select Sector SPDR), income generation (Income and Select Sector SPDR Premium Income families), commodities (including the widely-held GLD gold ETF), bonds, ESG-focused investments, and thematic allocations, with popular tickers like DIA (Diamonds Trust), FEZ (Eurozone exposure), and JNK (high-yield bonds) among their most recognized funds. The issuer is characterized by its comprehensive coverage across multiple market segments and its emphasis on both traditional index-based products and specialized strategies like covered call income funds and factor-based investing.
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ETFs and AUM reflect what Dividend Vision tracks — the issuer's full lineup may be larger.
Invesco is a major ETF provider known for offering a comprehensive lineup spanning multiple asset classes and investment strategies. The company specializes in income-focused products including dividend, covered call, and bond strategies, while also maintaining broad exposure across equity, factor-based, thematic, and ESG investing themes. Invesco's portfolio ranges from index-tracking funds to alternatives and specialized offerings like digital assets and BulletShares, making it one of the more expansive ETF families available to investors.
See our curated list of related YouTube videos on QQQ.
QNDX (State Street SPDR Portfolio Nasdaq 100 ETF) and QQQ (Invesco QQQ Trust) are both quarterly-pay ETFs, but they take different approaches.
QQQ currently shows a 0.41% distribution yield. QNDX has not yet established a full distribution history, so a comparable yield figure is not available.
QNDX is cheaper with an expense ratio of 0.10% compared to 0.18%.
QQQ has $501B in assets vs $434M for QNDX, but QNDX only launched June 2026 — AUM comparisons will become more meaningful as it builds a track record.
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On a $10,000 investment, QNDX has no reported distribution yield yet, so a cash estimate is not available, while QQQ would produce $10.25 cash per distribution, at current distribution rates. Both pay quarterly distributions.
QNDX yield—
QQQ yield0.41%
Cost & efficiency
Over 10 years on $10,000, QNDX would cost approximately $100 in fees vs $180 for QQQ (simplified, not compounded). The $80.00 difference may be offset by yield or performance.
QNDX ER0.10%
QQQ ER0.18%
Strategy & risk
Both QNDX and QQQ wrap Nasdaq-100 Index with similar strategies (large cap and growth). The practical differences are yield target, fee structure, and issuer track record — not the underlying mechanic.
QNDX beta—
QQQ beta1.26
Fund details
QNDX is managed by State Street (launched 06/24/2026) with $434M in assets. QQQ is managed by Invesco (launched 03/10/1999) with $501B in assets.
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Frequently asked questions
Does owning both QNDX and QQQ add diversification?
Both funds seek to track the Nasdaq-100, so holding both largely duplicates the same equity exposure. Different issuers do not remove the index's concentration risk. Review current holdings and combined weights rather than counting fund names.
Will the lower-fee Nasdaq-100 fund always deliver the higher return?
No. The expense ratio is one component of cost. Tracking differences, bid-ask spreads, premiums or discounts, and your execution price can affect the result. Compare fund returns over the same dates; a longer chart is not evidence of outperformance.
Which of QNDX or QQQ pays more dividend income?
QQQ currently reports a distribution yield, while QNDX has not yet established a full distribution history. A direct income comparison is not yet meaningful — check back once both funds have published several consecutive distributions.
Can I hold both QNDX and QQQ?
You can, but expect significant overlap. Both funds use similar strategies on Nasdaq-100 Index, so holding them together gives you two wrappers around effectively the same exposure — not true diversification. Weigh issuer, fee, and yield differences rather than treating them as complementary.
Is QNDX or QQQ safer?
By Dividend Vision's Distribution Safety Score — a rules-based 0–100 estimate of how resilient a distribution looks, where higher is safer — QQQ scores 97, QNDX scores 50, so QQQ's payout currently looks the more resilient of the two. No score makes an investment risk-free — treat this as a screening signal, not a guarantee.
Which has lower fees, QNDX or QQQ?
QNDX has an expense ratio of 0.10% while QQQ charges 0.18%. Lower fees mean more of your investment returns stay in your pocket over time.
How much income does $10,000 in QNDX vs QQQ generate?
At current rates, QNDX has not established a distribution history yet, so a cash estimate is not available. The same in QQQ would produce about $10.25 cash per distribution ($41.00 annually).
Which has performed better historically, QNDX or QQQ?
QNDX has outpaced QQQ over the shared window since Jun 2026, posting a 4.36% total return against 4.21%. Figures are total returns: price change plus every distribution reinvested. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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