GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 4070 comes out dramatically faster — about 68% ahead of the Arc B580. But the Arc B580 is the better value, undercutting it by $701 EUR for the performance you get.

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VS
INTEL
Arc B580
Price
€299
Performance
22%
VRAM
12 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+15% Boost Clock (2,850 MHz vs 2,475 MHz)
Price
€1,000
Performance
37%
VRAM
12 GB GDDR6X
Key Specs Advantage
+130% CUDA Cores (5,888 vs 2,560)
+130% RT Cores (46 vs 20)
+15% Tensor Cores (184 vs 160)

GeForce RTX 4070 vs Arc B580: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 4070 vs Arc B580

The GeForce RTX 4070 is dramatically faster, around 68% ahead of the Arc B580. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4070 is comfortable at 1440p, while the Arc B580 is better matched to 1080p.

Price & Value

The Arc B580 currently lists from $299 EUR, $701 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 4070 at $1,000 EUR. Despite being slower, the Arc B580 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~99% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 4070 still sits about $400 EUR above its $600 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the Arc B580 is the gentler choice at 190W versus 200W. The GeForce RTX 4070 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 200W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the Arc B580 brings Intel XeSS upscaling and AV1 encoding, while the GeForce RTX 4070 offers NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: Arc B580 or GeForce RTX 4070?

Choose the GeForce RTX 4070 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Arc B580 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 better than the Arc B580?

The GeForce RTX 4070 is dramatically faster, roughly 68% ahead. The Arc B580 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the Arc B580 or the GeForce RTX 4070?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1440p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 worth the extra $701 EUR over the Arc B580?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the Arc B580 comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationArc B580GeForce RTX 4070
ArchitectureBattlemageAda Lovelace
Process NodeTSMC N5TSMC N4
CUDA Cores (Shading Units / CUDA Cores)2,5605,888
Ray Tracing Cores2046
Tensor / AI Cores160184

Clock Speeds

SpecificationArc B580GeForce RTX 4070
Base Clock2,670 MHz1,920 MHz
Boost Clock2,850 MHz2,475 MHz

Memory

SpecificationArc B580GeForce RTX 4070
VRAM Capacity12 GB12 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6X
Memory Bus192-bit192-bit
Memory Speed19 Gbps21 Gbps
Bandwidth456 GB/s504 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationArc B580GeForce RTX 4070
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x8PCIe 4.0 x16
TDP190 W200 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 16-pin
ReleasedDec 2024Apr 2023