Arc 7-Core iGPU
VS
Radeon RX 590

Arc 7-Core iGPU vs Radeon RX 590

Intel

Arc 7-Core iGPU

2023Boost: 2200 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX 590

2018Core: 1469 MHzBoost: 1545 MHz

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. The Arc 7-Core iGPU is positioned at rank #82 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Arc 7-Core iGPU

#25
Radeon RX 7600M XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $300
95%
#72
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
231%
#74
209%
#75
209%
#79
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
190%
#80
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
189%
#82
Arc 7-Core iGPU
MSRP: $199|Avg: N/A
100%
#86
Radeon RX 560 (móvel)
MSRP: $99|Avg: $50
97%
#92
Radeon RX 550 (móvel)
MSRP: $79|Avg: $40
94%
#95
GeForce GT 555M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35
92%
#97
GeForce GTX 760M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Arc 7-Core iGPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 590 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightArc 7-Core iGPURadeon RX 590
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)
Longevity
Xe LPG (2023) (5nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
Standard Buffer (0 MB)
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Arc 7-Core iGPU 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 Arc 7-Core iGPU and Radeon RX 590

Intel

Arc 7-Core iGPU

The Arc 7-Core iGPU is manufactured by Intel. It was released in December 14 2023. It features the Xe LPG architecture. The boost clock speed is 2200 MHz. It has 7 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,349 points.

AMD

Radeon RX 590

The Radeon RX 590 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 15 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1469 MHz to 1545 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,315 points. Launch price was $279.

Graphics Performance

The Arc 7-Core iGPU scores 9,349 and the Radeon RX 590 reaches 9,315 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Arc 7-Core iGPU is built on Xe LPG while the Radeon RX 590 uses GCN 4.0, both on 5 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 7 (Arc 7-Core iGPU) vs 2,304 (Radeon RX 590). Boost clocks: 2200 MHz vs 1545 MHz.

FeatureArc 7-Core iGPURadeon RX 590
G3D Mark Score
9,349
9,315
Architecture
Xe LPG
GCN 4.0
Process Node
5 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
7
2304+32814%
Boost Clock
2200 MHz+42%
1545 MHz
L1 Cache
1.3 MB+132%
0.56 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureArc 7-Core iGPURadeon RX 590
Upscaling Tech
XeSS
FSR 2.1
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Arc 7-Core iGPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 590 has 8 GB. The Radeon RX 590 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 256-bit.

FeatureArc 7-Core iGPURadeon RX 590
VRAM Capacity
Shared
8 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
System
256 GB/s
Bus Width
System
256-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (Arc 7-Core iGPU) vs 12.0 (Radeon RX 590). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureArc 7-Core iGPURadeon RX 590
DirectX
12 Ultimate
12.0
Vulkan
1.3+8%
1.2
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Arc 7-Core iGPU) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 590). Decoder: QuickSync vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9,MPEG-2 (Arc 7-Core iGPU) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Radeon RX 590).

FeatureArc 7-Core iGPURadeon RX 590
Encoder
QuickSync
VCE 3.4
Decoder
QuickSync
UVD 6.3
Codecs
H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9,MPEG-2
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC
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Power & Dimensions

The Arc 7-Core iGPU draws 15W versus the Radeon RX 590's 175W — a 168.4% difference. The Arc 7-Core iGPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Arc 7-Core iGPU) vs 500W (Radeon RX 590). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 95 vs 80°C.

FeatureArc 7-Core iGPURadeon RX 590
TDP
15W-91%
175W
Recommended PSU
500W
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
8-pin
Length
0mm
241mm
Height
0mm
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
95
80°C-16%
Perf/Watt
623.3+1072%
53.2
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Value Analysis

The Arc 7-Core iGPU launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Radeon RX 590 launched at $279 and now averages $65. The Arc 7-Core iGPU costs 100+% less ($65 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Arc 7-Core iGPU) vs 143.3 (Radeon RX 590) — the Arc 7-Core iGPU offers Infinity% better value. The Arc 7-Core iGPU is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2018).

FeatureArc 7-Core iGPURadeon RX 590
MSRP
$199-29%
$279
Avg Price (30d)
$0-100%
$65
Performance per Dollar
Infinity
143.3
Codename
Meteor Lake iGPU
Polaris 30
Release
December 14 2023
November 15 2018
Ranking
#375
#285