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