Intel Arc A580VSRadeon RX 6950 XT
Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison
♜ WINNERIntel Arc A580+10%Better overall performance
Intel
Arc A580
VSWINNERArc A5809%H2H overall index
AMD
RX 6950 XT
Leistung5060
Effizienz9560
Price / Performance10071
Data confidence7575
Fixed-scale H2H model. Missing metrics are omitted instead of estimated from the overall score.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
IntelAMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
5060
9560
10071
6888
COMMUNITY · VERIFIED DATA
Open streamer setups→Hardware used by streamers
Real public setups linked to each device.
IntelArc A5800No verified public setup yet
AMDRX 6950 XT0No verified public setup yet
VERGLEICHSERGEBNIS
Arc A580 is the best overall choice
Arc A580 leads in combined gaming performance. Arc A580 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
Arc A580 leads in the combined performance index
Arc A580 costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 45–50of 723
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
Intel Arc A580
0 LikesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Intel Arc A580
100/100 · Price $179The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
GESAMTWERTUNG
Übersicht
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
50
60Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
42
56Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
40
47Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
95Better
60
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
68Better
62
VOLLSTÄNDIGER VERGLEICH
Spezifikationen
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Release date2023Better2022
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TFLOPS12.2923.65Better
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Clock speed1700 - 2000 MHz1925 - 2324 MHzBetter
Base clock1700 MHz1925 MHzBetter
Boost clock2000 MHz2324 MHzBetter
VRAM8 GB GDDR616 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
VRAM capacity8 GB16 GBBetter
Speichertakt16 GHz18 GHzBetter
Memory bus256 bit256 bit
Memory bandwidth512 GB/s576 GB/sBetter
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 4x16
Power connector8+8 pin8+8 pin
Power consumption175 WBetter335 W
TDP175 WBetter335 W
Process node6 nmBetter7 nm
Gaming-FPS
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HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100506018%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100556720%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100556821%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100688826%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100956045%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100587323%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100577122%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100556821%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100607522%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100556821%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.
Grundinformationen
Architecture——
Process node6 nmBesser7 nm
Release date2023Besser2022
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Base clock1700 MHz1925 MHzBesser
Boost clock2000 MHz2324 MHzBesser
Formfaktor und Kompatibilität
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 4x16
Length——
Thickness——
Recommended PSU——
Power connector8+8 pin8+8 pin
VRAM-Kapazität und -Typ
VRAM8 GB GDDR616 GB GDDR6Besser
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus256 bit256 bit
Memory bandwidth512 GB/s576 GB/sBesser
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HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: Arc A580 or RX 6950 XT?+
Arc A580 has the higher overall gaming score, while Arc A580 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
Arc A580 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
Arc A580 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
Arc A580 offers more overall performance, while RX 6950 XT offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RX 6950 XT is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
Arc A580 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
Arc A580 leads in combined 1440p performance. RX 6950 XT can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
Arc A580 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
Arc A580 is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
Arc A580 is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to Arc A580 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.