Arc A530M
Intel
G3D Mark
8,013
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.
Overview
The Arc A530M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 1 2023. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 1300 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 12 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,013 points.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Arc A530M is positioned at rank #243 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar Arc A530M
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Arc A530M across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Arc A530M specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The Arc A530M scores 8,013 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Mid-Range tier as a Recent generation graphics card. It is built on the Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) architecture (codename: DG2-256), manufactured on a 6 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1536 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 96 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 48 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 3.994 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1300 MHz from a base of 900 MHz.
| Specification | Arc A530M |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 8,013 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | DG2-256 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 6 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 1536 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 96 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 48 |
| Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load | 1300 MHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 900 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 3.994 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 124.8 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| Transistor Count | 11,500 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #317 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Arc A530M is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR6 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering 224 GB/s of bandwidth. GDDR6 provides fast memory access for gaming and compute workloads. Memory operates at 14 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | Arc A530M |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 4 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR6 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 128-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 14 Gbps |
| BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM | 224 GB/s |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB |
Advanced Features & APIs
The Arc A530M supports modern upscaling and frame generation technologies: XeSS Frame Generation, XeSS Super Resolution — these can dramatically boost effective FPS by generating intermediate frames or upscaling from lower internal resolution. Graphics API support: DirectX 12.2, Vulkan 1.3, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | Arc A530M |
|---|---|
| XeSS Frame Generation | ✅ Supported |
| XeSS Super Resolution | ✅ Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 12.2 |
| VulkanCross-platform graphics API | 1.3 |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.6 |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | OneAPI/SYCL |
| Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support | Deep Link |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 1x Internal — supports up to 4 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine, decoder: Xe Media Engine— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1.
| Specification | Arc A530M |
|---|---|
| Internal PortsNumber of Internal display connectors | 1x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 4 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | Xe Media Engine |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | Xe Media Engine |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Arc A530M draws 65 Watt under load (TDP) — a 500W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 80°C under load.
| Specification | Arc A530M |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 65 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 500W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | PCIe-powered |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 0mm |
| Card Height | 0mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 0-slot |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 40°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 80°C |
Value Analysis
It holds Rank #243 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #317 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | Arc A530M |
|---|---|
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #243 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #317 |
| Release Date | August 1 2023 |
| Release Year | 2023 |
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