The GPU Radar

Intel Arc B580vsIntel Arc B570

Same generation (Arc Battlemage): This is a tier step-up comparison — the higher card adds performance for a premium. Worth it depends on your resolution target and workload.
Intel Arc B580
Buy/Wait:Caution

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

Best for: Budget gamers who want maximum VRAM per dollar. Ideal for 1080p high-refresh and entry 1440p gaming — best value in the sub-$300 market.

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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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Intel Arc B580Intel Arc B570
TierMid-rangeEntry
GenerationArc BattlemageArc Battlemage
VRAM12 GB10 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
TDP190W150W
UpscalingXeSSXeSS 2
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$249$219
ReleasedDec 3, 2024Jan 16, 2025
Cycle length
Cycle adviceCautionCaution
Deals adviceCautionCaution
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Why buy each?

Intel Arc B580

12GB at $249 — unmatched value

4GB more VRAM than the RTX 4060 ($299) and RTX 5060 ($299). The best VRAM-per-dollar in the market.

Rasterization champion at its price

Matches or beats the RTX 4060 in most rasterized workloads while costing $50 less.

XeSS upscaling

Intel's AI upscaler works well in supported titles and continues to expand game support.

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.