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Arc A580
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RTX A4000H
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Arc A580
Performance Per Dollar RTX A4000H
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Arc A580 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX A4000H.
| Insight | Arc A580 | RTX A4000H |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) / 6nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (271mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Arc A580 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $179 versus $927 for the RTX A4000H, it costs 81% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 428.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Arc A580 | RTX A4000H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+428.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($179) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($927) |
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 A580 and RTX A4000H
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.
RTX A4000H
The RTX A4000H is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 6144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,815 points.
Graphics Performance
The Arc A580 scores 12,060 and the RTX A4000H reaches 11,815 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Arc A580 is built on Generation 12.7 while the RTX A4000H uses Ampere, both on 6 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Arc A580) vs 6,144 (RTX A4000H). Raw compute: 12.29 TFLOPS (Arc A580) vs 19.17 TFLOPS (RTX A4000H). Boost clocks: 2000 MHz vs 1560 MHz. Ray tracing: 24 RT cores (Arc A580) vs 48 (RTX A4000H) with 384 Tensor cores vs 192.
| Feature | Arc A580 | RTX A4000H |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,060+2% | 11,815 |
| Architecture | Generation 12.7 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 6 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072 | 6144+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.29 TFLOPS | 19.17 TFLOPS+56% |
| Boost Clock | 2000 MHz+28% | 1560 MHz |
| ROPs | 96 | 96 |
| TMUs | 192 | 192 |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+100% | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 24 | 48+100% |
| Tensor Cores | 384+100% | 192 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Arc A580 | RTX A4000H |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | XeSS | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 512 GB/s (Arc A580) vs 448 GB/s (RTX A4000H) — a 14.3% advantage for the Arc A580. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 8 MB (Arc A580) vs 4 MB (RTX A4000H) — the Arc A580 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Arc A580 | RTX A4000H |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 512 GB/s+14% | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+33% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+100% | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (Arc A580) vs 12.2 (RTX A4000H). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Arc A580 | RTX A4000H |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine (Arc A580) vs None (RTX A4000H). Decoder: Xe Media Engine vs None. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (Arc A580) vs None (RTX A4000H).
| Feature | Arc A580 | RTX A4000H |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Xe Media Engine | None |
| Decoder | Xe Media Engine | None |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | None |
Power & Dimensions
The Arc A580 draws 175W versus the RTX A4000H's 140W — a 22.2% difference. The RTX A4000H is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (Arc A580) vs 500W (RTX A4000H). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 271mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 75°C.
| Feature | Arc A580 | RTX A4000H |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 175W | 140W-20% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 500W-17% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 271mm | 241mm |
| Height | 132mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 70-7% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 68.9 | 84.4+22% |
Value Analysis
The Arc A580 launched at $179 MSRP and currently averages $179, while the RTX A4000H launched at $1000 and now averages $927. The Arc A580 costs 80.7% less ($748 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 67.4 (Arc A580) vs 12.7 (RTX A4000H) — the Arc A580 offers 430.7% better value. The Arc A580 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).
| Feature | Arc A580 | RTX A4000H |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $179-82% | $1000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $179-81% | $927 |
| Performance per Dollar | 67.4+431% | 12.7 |
| Codename | DG2-512 | GA104 |
| Release | October 10 2023 | April 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #223 | #226 |
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