Intel Arc A570M vs Radeon 540

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared Intel Arc A570M and Radeon 540 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Intel Arc A570M outperforms Radeon 540 by ~23% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+23%

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 6, 2026

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H2HBench Verdict

Higher catalog score: Intel Arc A570M (~12%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider Intel Arc A570M

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Higher catalog value index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS

Reasons to consider Radeon 540

  • Lower stated power consumption
  • 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.

H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3831
Efficiency
100100
Price / performance
5754
Memory capacity
6856
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 51–56of 411
Intel Arc A570M#53position in the GPU ranking
Radeon 540not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Intel Arc A570M

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Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
38Better
31
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
34Better
29
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
31Better
26
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100
100
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
48Better
43

Specifications

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

SpecificationIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540
Release date
HDMI
DisplayPort
USB Type-C
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Upscaling
Max resolution
Max monitors
Recommended PSU
Base clockBetter
Length
Boost clockBetter
Architecture
Memory type
Compute API
Launch price
Shader units / coresBetter
Interface
Die sizeBetter
Memory cacheBetter
Clock speedBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Transistor countBetter
Thickness
Device class
Power connector

Gaming FPS

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

The Gaming FPS section compares Intel Arc A570M and Radeon 540 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.

Intel Arc A570MRadeon 540
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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
185 FPS
155 FPS
1080p Ultra
130 FPS
109 FPS
1440p Ultra
87 FPS
58 FPS
4K Ultra
25 FPS
21 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2Intel Arc A570M185 FPSRadeon 540155 FPSIntel Arc A570M130 FPSRadeon 540109 FPSIntel Arc A570M87 FPSRadeon 54058 FPSIntel Arc A570M25 FPSRadeon 54021 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077Intel Arc A570M119 FPSRadeon 540100 FPSIntel Arc A570M103 FPSRadeon 54086 FPSIntel Arc A570M63 FPSRadeon 54042 FPSIntel Arc A570M17 FPSRadeon 54014 FPS
Forza Horizon 5Intel Arc A570M151 FPSRadeon 540126 FPSIntel Arc A570M97 FPSRadeon 54081 FPSIntel Arc A570M78 FPSRadeon 54052 FPSIntel Arc A570M37 FPSRadeon 54031 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyIntel Arc A570M97 FPSRadeon 54081 FPSIntel Arc A570M82 FPSRadeon 54068 FPSIntel Arc A570M56 FPSRadeon 54038 FPSIntel Arc A570M17 FPSRadeon 54014 FPS
Average FPSIntel Arc A570M138 FPSRadeon 540116 FPSIntel Arc A570M103 FPSRadeon 54086 FPSIntel Arc A570M71 FPSRadeon 54048 FPSIntel Arc A570M24 FPSRadeon 54020 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540Difference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100383120%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100433618%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100463819%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100685619%
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.

IndexIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540Difference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100524221%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100504120%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100463819%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100554520%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100473821%

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

SpecificationsIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540
DirectX12.212.0
Vulkan1.41.3
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingXeSSNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0OpenCL 2.1

Architecture and release

SpecificationsIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540
ArchitectureXe HPG (Alchemist)Polaris
Process node6 nmBetter14 nm
Release date20232017
Device classMobileMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540
Transistor count11500 millionBetter2200 million
Die size269 mm²103 mm²Better
Shader units / cores2048Better384
Base clock900 MHz1183 MHzBetter
Boost clock1300 MHzBetter1183 MHz

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x8PCIe 3.0 x8
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessIGPSingle-slot
Recommended PSUOEM dependent250 W
Power connectorIntegrated laptop powerNone

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentDisplayPort 1.4a
USB Type-COEM dependentNo
Max monitorsOEM dependent2
Max resolutionDepends on host system7680 × 4320

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsIntel Arc A570MRadeon 540
VRAM8 GB GDDR6Better1 GB GDDR5
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR5
Memory bus128 bitBetter32 bit
TFLOPS5.325Better0.908

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Device AIntel Arc A570M48
Device BRadeon 54043
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Frequently asked comparison questions

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

01Which is better for gaming: Intel Arc A570M or Radeon 540?

Intel Arc A570M has the higher overall gaming score, while Intel Arc A570M offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

Intel Arc A570M 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?

Intel Arc A570M is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

Intel Arc A570M offers more overall performance, while Intel Arc A570M offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

Intel Arc A570M is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

Intel Arc A570M is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

Intel Arc A570M leads in combined 1440p performance. Intel Arc A570M can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

Intel Arc A570M is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

Radeon 540 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?

Radeon 540 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 Intel Arc A570M 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.