GeForce GTX 580 vs Arc Graphics 130V
GeForce GTX 580
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Arc Graphics 130V
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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
Performance Per Dollar Arc Graphics 130V
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc Graphics 130V is significantly newer (2024 vs 2010). The Arc Graphics 130V likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 580 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 580 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (3 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc Graphics 130V.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 580 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | Xe² (2024) (3nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 580 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $250 for the Arc Graphics 130V, it costs 88% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 756.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 580 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+756.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) |
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 GeForce GTX 580 and Arc Graphics 130V
GeForce GTX 580
The GeForce GTX 580 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 9 2010. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 772 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 244W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,634 points. Launch price was $499.
Arc Graphics 130V
The Arc Graphics 130V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 24 2024. It features the Xe² architecture. The boost clock speed is 1850 MHz. It has 7 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,510 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 580 scores 4,634 and the Arc Graphics 130V reaches 4,510 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 580 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Arc Graphics 130V uses Xe², both on 40 nm vs 3 nm. Shader units: 512 (GeForce GTX 580) vs 7 (Arc Graphics 130V).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,634+3% | 4,510 |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Xe² |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 3 nm |
| Shading Units | 512+7214% | 7 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 580 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Arc Graphics 130V has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 580 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 3 GB | Shared |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 384-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 580) vs 12.2 (Arc Graphics 130V). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | N/A | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 580) vs Xe Media Engine (Arc Graphics 130V). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs Xe Media Engine. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 580) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc Graphics 130V).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | Xe Media Engine |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | Xe Media Engine |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 580 draws 244W versus the Arc Graphics 130V's 15W — a 176.8% difference. The Arc Graphics 130V is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 580) vs 350W (Arc Graphics 130V). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 244W | 15W-94% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 6-pin + 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85 C | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 19.0 | 300.7+1483% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 580 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Arc Graphics 130V launched at $300 and now averages $250. The GeForce GTX 580 costs 88% less ($220 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 154.5 (GeForce GTX 580) vs 18.0 (Arc Graphics 130V) — the GeForce GTX 580 offers 758.3% better value. The Arc Graphics 130V is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 580 | Arc Graphics 130V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $300-40% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-88% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 154.5+758% | 18.0 |
| Codename | GF110 | Lunar Lake iGPU |
| Release | November 9 2010 | September 24 2024 |
| Ranking | #458 | #463 |
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