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Arc A580
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Performance Per Dollar Arc A580
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 161.8% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc A580.
| Insight | Arc A580 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-161.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+161.8%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) / 6nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (271mm) | Standard Size (285mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Arc A580 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $179 versus $590 for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti, it costs 70% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 25.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Arc A580 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+25.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($179) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($590) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Arc A580 and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
Arc A580
The Arc A580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 10 2023. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1700 MHz to 2000 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 24 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,060 points.
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 7680 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,578 points. Launch price was $799.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Arc A580 scores 12,060 versus the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti's 31,578 — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti leads by 161.8%. The Arc A580 is built on Generation 12.7 while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti uses Ada Lovelace, both on 6 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Arc A580) vs 7,680 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Raw compute: 12.29 TFLOPS (Arc A580) vs 40.09 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Boost clocks: 2000 MHz vs 2610 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (Arc A580) vs 60 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) with 384 Tensor cores vs 240.
| Feature | Arc A580 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,060 | 31,578+162% |
| Architecture | Generation 12.7 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 6 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072 | 7680+150% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.29 TFLOPS | 40.09 TFLOPS+226% |
| Boost Clock | 2000 MHz | 2610 MHz+31% |
| ROPs | 96+20% | 80 |
| TMUs | 192 | 240+25% |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | 48 MB+500% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 24 | 60+150% |
| Tensor Cores | 384+60% | 240 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Arc A580 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | Arc A580 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | XeSS | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Arc A580 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 512 GB/s (Arc A580) vs 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) — a 1.6% advantage for the Arc A580. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 8 MB (Arc A580) vs 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Arc A580 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 12 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 512 GB/s+2% | 504 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+33% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | 48 MB+500% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (Arc A580) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Arc A580 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine (Arc A580) vs NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Decoder: Xe Media Engine vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (Arc A580) vs AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti).
| Feature | Arc A580 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Xe Media Engine | NVENC (8th Gen) |
| Decoder | Xe Media Engine | NVDEC (5th Gen) |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Arc A580 draws 175W versus the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti's 285W — a 47.8% difference. The Arc A580 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (Arc A580) vs 700W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 271mm vs 285mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 70°C.
| Feature | Arc A580 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 175W-39% | 285W |
| Recommended PSU | 600W-14% | 700W |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 271mm | 285mm |
| Height | 132mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70 | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 68.9 | 110.8+61% |
Value Analysis
The Arc A580 launched at $179 MSRP and currently averages $179, while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti launched at $799 and now averages $590. The Arc A580 costs 69.7% less ($411 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 67.4 (Arc A580) vs 53.5 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) — the Arc A580 offers 26% better value.
| Feature | Arc A580 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $179-78% | $799 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $179-70% | $590 |
| Performance per Dollar | 67.4+26% | 53.5 |
| Codename | DG2-512 | AD104 |
| Release | October 10 2023 | January 3 2023 |
| Ranking | #223 | #11 |
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