AMD
Radeon HD 6850 vs Intel Arc A570M
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
Intel
Intel Arc A570M
Aggregate performance score
We've compared HD 6850 and Intel Arc A570M across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗Intel Arc A570M outperforms HD 6850 by ~19% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+19%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?H2HBench Data Quality
Low confidenceSpecifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026
Limited verified data
H2HBench Verdict
Higher catalog score: Radeon HD 6850 (~2%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider HD 6850
- Higher catalog value index
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported
Reasons to consider Intel Arc A570M
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Lower stated power consumption
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
AMD
IntelPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
3238
84100
10057
5668
Graphics card ranking
Positions 194–199of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
Intel Arc A570M
175 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
32
38Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
34Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
27
31Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
84
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
49Better
48
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
USB Type-C
DirectX
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Max monitors
Max resolution
Power consumptionBetter
Interface
Clock speedBetter
Length
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
Architecture
Thickness
Compute API
Launch price—
Shader units / coresBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Die sizeBetter
Memory cacheBetter
Transistor countBetter
Vulkan
Upscaling
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares HD 6850 and Intel Arc A570M 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.
HD 6850Intel Arc A570M
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
161 FPS
185 FPS
1080p Ultra
110 FPS
130 FPS
1440p Ultra
63 FPS
87 FPS
4K Ultra
23 FPS
25 FPS
Counter-Strike 2HD 6850161 FPSIntel Arc A570M185 FPSHD 6850110 FPSIntel Arc A570M130 FPSHD 685063 FPSIntel Arc A570M87 FPSHD 685023 FPSIntel Arc A570M25 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077HD 6850104 FPSIntel Arc A570M119 FPSHD 685087 FPSIntel Arc A570M103 FPSHD 685046 FPSIntel Arc A570M63 FPSHD 685016 FPSIntel Arc A570M17 FPS
Forza Horizon 5HD 6850131 FPSIntel Arc A570M151 FPSHD 685083 FPSIntel Arc A570M97 FPSHD 685057 FPSIntel Arc A570M78 FPSHD 685034 FPSIntel Arc A570M37 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyHD 685085 FPSIntel Arc A570M97 FPSHD 685069 FPSIntel Arc A570M82 FPSHD 685041 FPSIntel Arc A570M56 FPSHD 685016 FPSIntel Arc A570M17 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100323817%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100354321%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100394616%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100566819%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1008410017%
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.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100435219%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100415020%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100394616%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100455520%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100394719%
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
DirectX11.012.2
VulkanNot supported1.4
OpenGL4.44.6
UpscalingNot supportedXeSS
Compute APIOpenCL 1.2OpenCL 3.0
Architecture and release
ArchitectureTeraScale 2Xe HPG (Alchemist)
Process node40 nm6 nmBetter
Release date20102023
Device classDesktopMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count1700 million11500 millionBetter
Die size255 mm²Better269 mm²
Shader units / cores9602048Better
Base clock775 MHz900 MHzBetter
Boost clock775 MHz1300 MHzBetter
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 2x16PCIe 4.0 x8
Length198 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessDual-slotIGP
Recommended PSU300 WOEM dependent
Power connector6 pinIntegrated laptop power
Display outputs and limits
HDMIHDMI 1.3aOEM dependent
DisplayPortmini-DisplayPort 1.1OEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors5OEM dependent
Max resolution4096 × 2160Depends on host system
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM1 GB GDDR58 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory bus256 bitBetter128 bit
TFLOPS1.4885.325Better
Other comparisons
Reviews and questions
Explain this comparison
Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.
What AI will explain
Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
Evidence details
Data coverage
- Verified gaming results
- 0
- Verified synthetic results
- 0
- Games with verified results
- 0
- Verified community results
- 0
- Estimated / unverified results
- 32
- Specifications
- 0 / 69
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.
clamp(round(performance × 0.7 + (efficiency ?? 50) × 0.2 + (value is missing ? 0 : (value − 50) × 0.2)), 0, 100)Price evidence · View sources (4)
Verified community results
No verified community benchmarks yet.
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Why you can trust this comparison
Origin and confidence are evaluated from the evidence attached to each value. Unverified results are identified, and specification, benchmark and price dates remain separate.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: HD 6850 or Intel Arc A570M?+
HD 6850 has the higher overall gaming score, while HD 6850 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
HD 6850 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?+
HD 6850 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
HD 6850 offers more overall performance, while HD 6850 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
HD 6850 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
HD 6850 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
HD 6850 leads in combined 1440p performance. HD 6850 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
HD 6850 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
Intel Arc A570M 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?+
Intel Arc A570M 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 HD 6850 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.