The GPU Radar

Intel Arc B570vsAMD RX 7600 XT

Generation comparison: The AMD RX 7600 XT is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value. Compare clearance pricing against the Intel Arc B570's launch MSRP to decide.
Intel Arc B570
Buy/Wait:Caution

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

Best for: Budget-conscious 1080p gamers who want maximum VRAM per dollar. Ideal for builds where a $219 entry point matters but VRAM headroom is still a priority.

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AMD RX 7600 XT
Buy/Wait:Superseded

This GPU is no longer the current generation. It has been replaced by the AMD RX 9060 XT.

Superseded by RX 9060 XT

Best for: Budget gamers who want 16GB VRAM for 1080p/1440p at clearance prices.

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Intel Arc B570AMD RX 7600 XT
TierEntryMid-range
GenerationArc BattlemageRX 7000
VRAM10 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
TDP150W150W
UpscalingXeSS 2FSR3
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$219$329
ReleasedJan 16, 2025Jan 24, 2024
Cycle length~600 days
Cycle adviceCautionSuperseded
Deals adviceCautionClearance
SuccessorRX 9060 XT

Why buy each?

Intel Arc B570

10GB GDDR6 at $219

2GB more VRAM than NVIDIA's RTX 5050 (~$189) and RTX 5060 ($299) — the best VRAM-per-dollar in the sub-$225 GPU market.

150W TDP — compact-build friendly

A full 40W lower than the B580 and 20W lower than most competing NVIDIA cards at this price. No PSU upgrade needed for most systems.

XeSS 2 upscaling

Intel's second-generation AI upscaler delivers strong image quality in supported titles, with a growing catalogue of compatible games.

AMD RX 7600 XT

16GB at budget pricing

Most VRAM per dollar in the clearance market.

150W TDP

Ultra-efficient.

Clearance value

Street prices well below $329 MSRP.