Intel Unveils B580 and B570 Graphics Cards for Budget Gamers

Intel has unveiled its next-generation budget-friendly graphics cards, the Arc B580 and B570, aimed at delivering impressive 1080p gaming performance with some light ray tracing capabilities. Following the previous A770 and A750 models, these new GPUs are built on Intel's 'Battlemage' architecture and feature advanced XMX AI cores, enhancing their competitiveness against Nvidia's DLSS and Sony's PSSR. The B580 boasts 20 Xe-Cores and 12GB of GDDR6 VRAM for $249, while the B570 includes 18 Xe-Cores with 10GB VRAM at a starting price of $219. Both cards promise significant improvements in performance, targeting 1440p gaming enthusiasts as well.

The Intel Arc B580 is set to launch on December 13 for $249, while the Arc B570 will debut on January 16, starting at $219.

The Intel Arc series aims to make higher resolution gaming more accessible, with the B580 and B570 giving budget-conscious gamers a solid option. Building on the previous generation's successes, these cards represent a significant leap in capability and are designed to challenge established incumbents in the GPU market. With upcoming benchmarks, anticipation grows for their real-world performance against strong competitors like Nvidia and AMD.