Arc Graphics 140T vs Radeon HD 7870 XT

Arc Graphics 140T

2025Boost: 2350 MHz

Radeon HD 7870 XT

2012Core: 925 MHzBoost: 975 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Arc Graphics 140T

4,500

+0.7%

4,470

0.0%

Radeon RX 550X

Radeon R7 260

Radeon HD8970M

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

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 Graphics 140T is positioned at rank #330 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 Graphics 140T

#320

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

844%

#322

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

765%

#323

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

763%

#327

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

694%

#328

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

689%

#330

Arc Graphics 140T

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

100%

#331

Radeon 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

99%

#333

GeForce 730A

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

99%

#334

GeForce GT 745A

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

97%

#335

GeForce 710A

MSRP: $35|Avg: $62

96%

#336

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

95%

#338

GeForce MX230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

#340

RADEON HD6410D

MSRP: $35|Avg: $5

94%

#341

GeForce 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

94%

#342

Radeon R7 M465X

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

93%

#344

GeForce 830A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

91%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Arc Graphics 140T is significantly newer (2025 vs 2012). The Arc Graphics 140T likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 7870 XT lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Arc Graphics 140T is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon HD 7870 XT offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Arc Graphics 140T	Radeon HD 7870 XT
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)
Longevity	Xe+ (2025) (Standard Node)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 7870 XT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $270 versus $300 for the Arc Graphics 140T, it costs 10% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 10.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Arc Graphics 140T	Radeon HD 7870 XT
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+10.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)	✅More affordable ($270)

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.

Arc Graphics 140T Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 7870 XT Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Arc Graphics 140T and Radeon HD 7870 XT

Arc Graphics 140T

The Arc Graphics 140T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the Xe+ architecture. The boost clock speed is 2350 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,500 points.

Radeon HD 7870 XT

The Radeon HD 7870 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 19 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 925 MHz to 975 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 185W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,470 points. Launch price was $270.

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Graphics Performance

The Arc Graphics 140T scores 4,500 and the Radeon HD 7870 XT reaches 4,470 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Arc Graphics 140T is built on Xe+ while the Radeon HD 7870 XT uses GCN 1.0. Shader units: 8 (Arc Graphics 140T) vs 1,536 (Radeon HD 7870 XT). Boost clocks: 2350 MHz vs 975 MHz.

Feature	Arc Graphics 140T	Radeon HD 7870 XT
G3D Mark Score	4,500	4,470
Architecture	Xe+	GCN 1.0
Shading Units	8	1536+19100%
Boost Clock	2350 MHz+141%	975 MHz
L2 Cache	8 MB+1500%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Arc Graphics 140T	Radeon HD 7870 XT
Upscaling Tech	XeSS	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Arc Graphics 140T comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7870 XT has 2 GB. The Radeon HD 7870 XT offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 8 MB (Arc Graphics 140T) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon HD 7870 XT) — the Arc Graphics 140T has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Arc Graphics 140T	Radeon HD 7870 XT
VRAM Capacity	Shared	2 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	192 GB/s
Bus Width	System	256-bit
L2 Cache	8 MB+1500%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Arc Graphics 140T) vs 12 (11_1) (Radeon HD 7870 XT). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Arc Graphics 140T	Radeon HD 7870 XT
DirectX	12.2+2%	12 (11_1)
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine (Arc Graphics 140T) vs VCE 1.0 (Radeon HD 7870 XT). Decoder: Xe Media Engine vs UVD 3.2. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc Graphics 140T) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Radeon HD 7870 XT).

Feature	Arc Graphics 140T	Radeon HD 7870 XT
Encoder	Xe Media Engine	VCE 1.0
Decoder	Xe Media Engine	UVD 3.2
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Arc Graphics 140T draws 35W versus the Radeon HD 7870 XT's 185W — a 136.4% difference. The Arc Graphics 140T is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Arc Graphics 140T) vs 500W (Radeon HD 7870 XT). Power connectors: Integrated vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80.

Feature	Arc Graphics 140T	Radeon HD 7870 XT
TDP	35W-81%	185W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	Integrated	2x 6-pin
Length	0mm	267mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	80-6%
Perf/Watt	128.6+431%	24.2

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Value Analysis

The Arc Graphics 140T launched at $350 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Radeon HD 7870 XT launched at $270 and now averages $270. The Radeon HD 7870 XT costs 10% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.0 (Arc Graphics 140T) vs 16.6 (Radeon HD 7870 XT) — the Radeon HD 7870 XT offers 10.7% better value. The Arc Graphics 140T is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2012).