Intel Arc A310 vs Radeon RX 480 Mobile

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared Arc A310 and Radeon RX 480 Mobile across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Radeon RX 480 Mobile outperforms Arc A310 by ~18% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+18%

Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?

H2HBench Data Quality

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Specifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 15, 2026

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H2HBench Verdict

Higher catalog score: Intel Arc A310 (~8%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider Arc A310

  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Higher catalog value index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS

Reasons to consider Radeon RX 480 Mobile

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.1 · Not supported
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Catalog metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

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Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3339
Efficiency
100100
Price / performance
10057
Memory capacity
6068
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

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The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 122–127of 321
Arc A310not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
Radeon RX 480 Mobilenot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Radeon RX 480 Mobile

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryArc A310Radeon RX 480 Mobile
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
33
39Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
30
34Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
28
32Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100
100
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
53Better
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Specifications

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationArc A310Radeon RX 480 Mobile
DisplayPort
Device class
HDMI
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Thickness
Memory type
Upscaling
Power connector
Release date
Architecture
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Compute API
Launch price
Shader units / coresBetter
Die sizeBetter
Memory cacheBetter
Transistor countBetter
Max monitors
Max resolution
Length
USB Type-C

Gaming FPS

Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.

The Gaming FPS section compares Arc A310 and Radeon RX 480 Mobile across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.

Arc A310Radeon RX 480 Mobile
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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
165 FPS
182 FPS
1080p Ultra
116 FPS
128 FPS
1440p Ultra
62 FPS
92 FPS
4K Ultra
22 FPS
30 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2Arc A310165 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile182 FPSArc A310116 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile128 FPSArc A31062 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile92 FPSArc A31022 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile30 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077Arc A310106 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile118 FPSArc A31092 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile101 FPSArc A31045 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile67 FPSArc A31015 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile20 FPS
Forza Horizon 5Arc A310134 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile148 FPSArc A31087 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile96 FPSArc A31056 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile83 FPSArc A31033 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile44 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyArc A31087 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile96 FPSArc A31073 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile80 FPSArc A31041 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile60 FPSArc A31015 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile21 FPS
Average FPSArc A310123 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile136 FPSArc A31092 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile101 FPSArc A31051 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile76 FPSArc A31021 FPSRadeon RX 480 Mobile29 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexArc A310Radeon RX 480 MobileDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100333917%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10042432%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100414714%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100606813%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001001000%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

H2H AI workload indices

Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.

IndexArc A310Radeon RX 480 MobileDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100455214%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100445115%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100414714%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100485514%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100414816%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.

Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling

SpecificationsArc A310Radeon RX 480 Mobile
DirectX12.212.0
Vulkan1.41.3
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingXeSSNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0OpenCL 2.1

Architecture and release

SpecificationsArc A310Radeon RX 480 Mobile
ArchitectureXe-HPGPolaris
Process node6 nmBetter14 nm
Release date20222016
Device classDesktopMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsArc A310Radeon RX 480 Mobile
Transistor count7200 millionBetter5700 million
Die size157 mm²Better232 mm²
Shader units / cores7682304Better
Base clock1750 MHzBetter1000 MHz
Boost clock2000 MHzBetter1077 MHz

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsArc A310Radeon RX 480 Mobile
InterfacePCIe 4x8MXM-B (3.0)
LengthVaries by boardOEM dependent
ThicknessSingle-slotMXM Module
Recommended PSU200 WOEM dependent
Power connectorNoneNone

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsArc A310Radeon RX 480 Mobile
HDMIHDMI 2.1OEM dependent
DisplayPortmini-DisplayPort 2.0OEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors4OEM dependent
Max resolution7680 × 4320Depends on host system

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsArc A310Radeon RX 480 Mobile
VRAM4 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR5Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR5
Memory bus64 bit256 bitBetter
TFLOPS2.6884.963Better

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Device AArc A31053
Device BRadeon RX 480 Mobile49
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Calculated scores · How is this calculated?

Scores use the catalog model and may include estimated inputs. Open each score to see its origin and the methodology.

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Frequently asked comparison questions

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: Arc A310 or Radeon RX 480 Mobile?

Arc A310 has the higher overall gaming score, while Arc A310 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

Arc A310 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 A310 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 A310 offers more overall performance, while Arc A310 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

Arc A310 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 A310 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

Arc A310 leads in combined 1440p performance. Arc A310 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

Arc A310 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

Arc A310 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 A310 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 A310 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.