Arc B580 surprises in content creation review: Intel's 12GB GPU is more than a match for the competition but driver issues dampened my enthusiasm

Arc B580 surprises in content creation review: Intel’s 12GB GPU is more than a match for the competition but driver issues dampened my enthusiasm

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Emma Walker

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Tue, 24 Dec

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Intel has recently launched its second-generation dedicated graphics card called the Arc B580 “Battlemage,” which is set to compete with popular GPUs like the GeForce RTX 4060 and Radeon RX 7600. The B580 features Intel’s updated Xe2 architecture, offering efficiency improvements, second-generation Ray Tracing Units, and enhanced XMX engines.

With 12GB of VRAM, the B580 stands out in the budget category, outperforming the RTX 4060 at a lower price point. While it excels in graphics-heavy tasks like GPU effects in DaVinci Resolve and Unreal Engine, it falls short in areas like Premiere Pro due to driver-related issues. Despite this, Intel’s continuous driver development is expected to further enhance the B580’s performance.

Although the B580 is currently a strong competitor in the entry-level segment, Nvidia and AMD are anticipated to release new models at CES 2025, potentially diminishing the appeal of Intel’s new GPU. Nevertheless, the B580’s impressive performance in various benchmarks and its affordability make it a noteworthy option in the market for dedicated graphics cards.