Arc 7-Cores iGPU vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

Intel

Arc 7-Cores iGPU

2023Boost: 2200 MHz
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NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

2023Core: 2310 MHzBoost: 2535 MHz
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Arc 7-Cores iGPU vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti Performance Spectrum

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.

Arc 7-Cores iGPU vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each GPU makes more sense in practice: raw FPS, VRAM, features, power draw, pricing, and long-term headroom.

Arc 7-Cores iGPU

2023

Why buy it

  • Draws 15W instead of 160W, a 145W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • Lower PassMark G3D performance (9,349 vs 22,651).
  • Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 8 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
  • No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
  • Older hardware, Unknown of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in newer AAA releases.
  • Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 56.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $399 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

2023

Why buy it

  • +142.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
  • Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 56.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
  • Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
  • 100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (8 GB vs Unknown).
  • Better long-term bet: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm gives it a newer hardware base for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

  • 966.7% higher power demand at 160W vs 15W.

Quick Answers

Which GPU is faster for gaming right now?
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the faster gaming card right now based on the synthetic data we have. It leads by 142.3% in PassMark G3D (22,651 vs 9,349), which is the best performance signal available in this matchup.
Which GPU is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond?
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond. The case is simple: 8 GB vs Unknown of VRAM, the newer feature stack, with DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023) and DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023), while Arc 7-Cores iGPU is limited to no meaningful modern upscaling stack and no comparable frame-generation support, and 34 vs 0 ray-tracing units. That gives it more room for heavier textures and higher settings over time.
Which GPU is the better buy today?
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti makes the most sense today based on the pricing and value data we have for this matchup.

Arc 7-Cores iGPU vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Intel

Arc 7-Cores iGPU

The Arc 7-Cores 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.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2535 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,651 points. Launch price was $399.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Arc 7-Cores iGPU scores 9,349 versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 22,651 — the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti leads by 142.3%. The Arc 7-Cores iGPU is built on Xe LPG while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 7 (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Boost clocks: 2200 MHz vs 2535 MHz.

FeatureArc 7-Cores iGPUGeForce RTX 4060 Ti
G3D Mark Score
9,349
22,651+142%
Architecture
Xe LPG
Ada Lovelace
Process Node
5 nm
5 nm
Shading Units
7
4352+62071%
Boost Clock
2200 MHz
2535 MHz+15%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The clearest feature edge for the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti is support for DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation. In games that support it, that can smooth out motion and lift perceived FPS. The Arc 7-Cores iGPU does not have comparable native support in the same tier.The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti gets NVIDIA DLSS, which still tends to look cleaner in motion. The Arc 7-Cores iGPU leans on FSR, which is flexible and widely supported, but usually a bit rougher at the same settings.

FeatureArc 7-Cores iGPUGeForce RTX 4060 Ti
Upscaling Tech
Upscaling support
DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution
Frame Generation
Not Supported
DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation
Ray Reconstruction
No
Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Arc 7-Cores iGPU has 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti carries 8 GB. GeForce RTX 4060 Ti gives you 100+% more memory capacity, which matters more once you move into heavier textures, mods, or higher resolutions. Memory bus width is System on the Arc 7-Cores iGPU and 128-bit on the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti.

FeatureArc 7-Cores iGPUGeForce RTX 4060 Ti
VRAM Capacity
Shared
8 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
System
288 GB/s
Bus Width
System
128-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

FeatureArc 7-Cores iGPUGeForce RTX 4060 Ti
DirectX
12.2
12.2
Vulkan
1.3
1.3
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
3
4+33%
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Decoder: Xe Media Engine vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti).

FeatureArc 7-Cores iGPUGeForce RTX 4060 Ti
Encoder
Xe Media Engine
8th Gen NVENC
Decoder
Xe Media Engine
5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1
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Power & Dimensions

The Arc 7-Cores iGPU draws 15W versus the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 160W — a 165.7% difference. The Arc 7-Cores iGPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 240mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 70°C.

FeatureArc 7-Cores iGPUGeForce RTX 4060 Ti
TDP
15W-91%
160W
Recommended PSU
500W-9%
550W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
8-pin
Length
0mm
240mm
Height
0mm
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
85°C
70°C-18%
Perf/Watt
623.3+340%
141.6
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Value Analysis

At launch, the Arc 7-Cores iGPU came in at $0, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launched at $399. On MSRP, Arc 7-Cores iGPU was 100+% cheaper ($399 less). Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): Infinity (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs 56.8 (GeForce RTX 4060 Ti) — the Arc 7-Cores iGPU offers Infinity% better value.

FeatureArc 7-Cores iGPUGeForce RTX 4060 Ti
MSRP
$0-100%
$399
Performance per Dollar
Infinity
56.8
Codename
Meteor Lake iGPU
AD106
Release
December 14 2023
May 18 2023
Ranking
#377
#59

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