Intel Arc Pro B50 vs Arc A580
Intel Arc Pro B50
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Arc A580
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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
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Performance Per Dollar Intel Arc Pro B50
Performance Per Dollar Arc A580
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Intel Arc Pro B50 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc A580.
| Insight | Intel Arc Pro B50 | Arc A580 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Xe2 (2024) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) / 6nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (271mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Arc A580 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $179 versus $349 for the Intel Arc Pro B50, it costs 49% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 92.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Intel Arc Pro B50 | Arc A580 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+92.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($349) | ✅More affordable ($179) |
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 B50 and Arc A580
Intel Arc Pro B50
The Intel Arc Pro B50 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 5 2025. It features the Xe2 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1700 MHz to 2600 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,208 points. Launch price was $349.
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.
Graphics Performance
The Intel Arc Pro B50 scores 12,208 and the Arc A580 reaches 12,060 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Intel Arc Pro B50 is built on Xe2 while the Arc A580 uses Generation 12.7, both on 5 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 3,072 (Arc A580). Raw compute: 10.65 TFLOPS (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 12.29 TFLOPS (Arc A580). Boost clocks: 2600 MHz vs 2000 MHz. Ray tracing: 16 RT cores (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 24 (Arc A580) vs 384.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | Arc A580 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,208+1% | 12,060 |
| Architecture | Xe2 | Generation 12.7 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 3072+50% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 10.65 TFLOPS | 12.29 TFLOPS+15% |
| Boost Clock | 2600 MHz+30% | 2000 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 96+500% |
| TMUs | 128 | 192+50% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 8 MB+100% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 16 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | Arc A580 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | XeSS | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 8 MB (Arc A580) — the Arc A580 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | Arc A580 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 8 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 12 Ultimate (Arc A580). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | Arc A580 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Dual Arc Media Engine (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs Xe Media Engine (Arc A580). Decoder: Dual Arc Media Engine vs Xe Media Engine. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (Arc A580).
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | Arc A580 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Dual Arc Media Engine | Xe Media Engine |
| Decoder | Dual Arc Media Engine | Xe Media Engine |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel Arc Pro B50 draws 70W versus the Arc A580's 175W — a 85.7% difference. The Intel Arc Pro B50 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 600W (Arc A580). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 167mm vs 271mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | Arc A580 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 70W-60% | 175W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-17% | 600W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | 167mm | 271mm |
| Height | 69mm | 132mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 70-7% |
| Perf/Watt | 174.4+153% | 68.9 |
Value Analysis
The Intel Arc Pro B50 launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $349, while the Arc A580 launched at $179 and now averages $179. The Arc A580 costs 48.7% less ($170 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.0 (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 67.4 (Arc A580) — the Arc A580 offers 92.6% better value. The Intel Arc Pro B50 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | Arc A580 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $349 | $179-49% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $349 | $179-49% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.0 | 67.4+93% |
| Codename | BMG-G21 | DG2-512 |
| Release | September 5 2025 | October 10 2023 |
| Ranking | #221 | #223 |
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