The GPU Radar

AMD RX 7700 XTvsIntel Arc A770

Intel Arc in the mix: Intel Arc is a strong value option with a smaller driver ecosystem — ideal for rasterized gaming, less proven for professional and AI workloads.
AMD RX 7700 XT
Buy/Wait:Wait

Overdue for a refresh — no successor announced yet. Prices should be at their lowest

Superseded by RX 9070

Best for: 1440p gamers seeking AMD clearance value — sits between the 7800 XT and 7600 XT in performance.

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Intel Arc A770
Buy/Wait:Caution

First-generation product — no release history to base predictions on

Superseded by Arc B770

Best for: Budget gamers who want 16GB VRAM and primarily play modern DX12/Vulkan titles. Not recommended for older game libraries or professional CUDA workloads.

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AMD RX 7700 XTIntel Arc A770
TierHigh-endMid-range
GenerationRX 7000Arc Alchemist
VRAM12 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
TDP245W225W
UpscalingFSR3XeSS
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$449$349
ReleasedSep 6, 2023Oct 12, 2022
Cycle length~550 days
Cycle adviceWaitCaution
Deals adviceBuyBuy
SuccessorRX 9070Arc B770

Why buy each?

AMD RX 7700 XT

Clearance 1440p value

Superseded but strong value — at clearance pricing, a capable 1440p card for well under $350.

12GB GDDR6

Comfortable VRAM for 1440p gaming.

Mature RDNA 3 drivers

Well-optimized after 18+ months of updates.

Intel Arc A770

16GB GDDR6 at clearance prices

The cheapest way to get 16GB VRAM in a discrete GPU. Unmatched for VRAM-per-dollar.

Dramatically improved drivers

Intel's driver team has spent 2+ years maturing the Alchemist stack. DX12 and Vulkan are now solid.

XeSS upscaling

Intel's AI upscaler works across all GPU brands but is optimized for Arc hardware.