Intel Arc Pro A60 vs GeForce RTX 4070
Intel Arc Pro A60
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is positioned at rank #60 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Intel Arc Pro A60
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 183.6% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (12 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Intel Arc Pro A60.
| Insight | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-183.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+183.6%) |
| Longevity | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $550 (vs $380), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 95.9% better value per dollar than the Intel Arc Pro A60.
| Insight | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+95.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($380) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) |
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 Intel Arc Pro A60 and GeForce RTX 4070
Intel Arc Pro A60
The Intel Arc Pro A60 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in June 6 2023. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 2050 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,493 points.
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Intel Arc Pro A60 scores 9,493 versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 26,919 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 183.6%. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is built on Generation 12.7 while the GeForce RTX 4070 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 6 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070). Raw compute: 8.397 TFLOPS (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070). Boost clocks: 2050 MHz vs 2475 MHz. Ray tracing: 16 RT cores (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 4070) with 256 Tensor cores vs 184.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9,493 | 26,919+184% |
| Architecture | Generation 12.7 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 6 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 5888+188% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 8.397 TFLOPS | 29.15 TFLOPS+247% |
| Boost Clock | 2050 MHz | 2475 MHz+21% |
| ROPs | 64 | 64 |
| TMUs | 128 | 184+44% |
| L2 Cache | 12 MB | 36 MB+200% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 16 | 46+188% |
| Tensor Cores | 256+39% | 184 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 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 Intel Arc Pro A60 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Intel Arc Pro A60 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 12 MB (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 12 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 504 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 12 MB | 36 MB+200% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Intel Xe Media Engine (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070). Decoder: Intel Xe Media Engine vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070).
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Intel Xe Media Engine | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | Intel Xe Media Engine | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel Arc Pro A60 draws 130W versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 200W — a 42.4% difference. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 304mm, occupying 1 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W-35% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-23% | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 241mm | 304mm |
| Height | 111mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 1-67% | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-6% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 73.0 | 134.6+84% |
Value Analysis
The Intel Arc Pro A60 launched at $380 MSRP and currently averages $380, while the GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 and now averages $550. The Intel Arc Pro A60 costs 30.9% less ($170 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.0 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) — the GeForce RTX 4070 offers 95.6% better value.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $380-37% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $380-31% | $550 |
| Performance per Dollar | 25.0 | 48.9+96% |
| Codename | DG2-256 | AD104 |
| Release | June 6 2023 | April 12 2023 |
| Ranking | #275 | #32 |
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