AMD Radeon 8050S vs Intel Arc A570M Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which GPU has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S has a significantly higher average benchmark score of 62,108 compared to the Intel Arc A570M's 58,239. This places the AMD part at the 89th percentile of all GPUs, while the Intel part sits at the 88th percentile.

Q: How do the two GPUs compare in the Geekbench OpenCL test?

A: In the Geekbench OpenCL test, the AMD Radeon 8050S scores 65,818, while the Intel Arc A570M scores 58,239. This gives AMD a 13% advantage in that specific workload, which is the only head-to-head benchmark where both GPUs have recorded scores.

Q: What are the memory configurations of each GPU?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S uses system-shared memory with a bus width, type, and bandwidth all listed as "System Shared" or "System Dependent." The Intel Arc A570M has 8 GB of dedicated GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Which GPU has higher clock speeds?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S has a base clock of 1295 MHz and a boost clock of 2800 MHz. The Intel Arc A570M has a base clock of 900 MHz and a boost clock of 1300 MHz. AMD's boost clock is more than double Intel's.

Q: Do both GPUs support the same APIs?

A: Yes, both support DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Neither has a discernible API feature advantage over the other based on the data.

Q: Which GPU has a higher power draw?

A: The Intel Arc A570M has a higher TDP of 75 W, while the AMD Radeon 8050S has a TDP of 55 W. Despite the lower power draw, the AMD part delivers higher benchmark performance.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Radeon 8050S is built on the Strix Halo chip using the RDNA 3.5 architecture, produced on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Arc A570M uses the DG2-256 chip with the Xe-HPG architecture, manufactured on a 6 nm process, also at TSMC. The process node difference is notable: AMD's 4 nm process is denser than Intel's 6 nm process, which is reflected in the transistor counts and die sizes.

The AMD die size is 308 mm², while the Intel die is 269 mm². Intel's transistor count is listed at 11,500 million, with a density of 42.8M per mm². AMD's transistor count is unknown, so a direct transistor comparison cannot be made. However, the die size difference suggests AMD is packing more hardware into a larger area, which aligns with its higher performance.

Both GPUs feature 2048 shading units and 128 texture mapping units, and both have 64 ROPs. The key architectural split is in ray tracing cores: AMD has 32 RT cores, while Intel has 16. This doubling of RT hardware likely contributes to AMD's performance lead in compute-heavy tasks.

Memory architecture differs fundamentally. The AMD Radeon 8050S relies entirely on system-shared memory, meaning its performance is dependent on the host system's RAM. The Intel Arc A570M uses 8 GB of dedicated GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, offering 224.0 GB/s of dedicated bandwidth. This is a critical distinction for workloads where memory bandwidth is a bottleneck.

The compute throughput disparity is stark. AMD's FP32 performance is 11.47 TFLOPS, while Intel's is 5.325 TFLOPS — a difference of more than 2x. Interestingly, AMD's FP16 performance is identical to its FP32 at 11.47 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio), whereas Intel's FP16 is 10.65 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio), meaning Intel's FP16 is nearly double its FP32. This suggests AMD prioritizes FP32 throughput, while Intel has designed for FP16 efficiency.

The bus interface also differs: AMD uses PCIe 5.0 x16, while Intel uses PCIe 4.0 x8. The newer, wider PCIe 5.0 interface on AMD's side allows for faster data transfer to the host, which is particularly relevant given AMD's reliance on shared system memory. Intel's dedicated VRAM makes its narrower bus less of a constraint.

Pixel and texture rates reflect the clock speed advantage. AMD delivers 179.2 GPixel/s and 358.4 GTexel/s, while Intel manages 83.20 GPixel/s and 166.4 GTexel/s. These figures are directly proportional to the clock speed difference, as both have identical ROP and TMU counts.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the AMD Radeon 8050S is the superior GPU for raw performance. It wins the only head-to-head benchmark where both have scores, and its average benchmark score is 6.6% higher than Intel's (62,108 vs 58,239). The AMD part also ranks at the 89th percentile versus the 88th percentile for Intel, a narrow but real separation.

For users who prioritize compute performance, ray tracing capability, and modern process technology, the AMD Radeon 8050S is the clear choice. Its 32 RT cores, more than double the FP32 throughput, and higher clocks make it the stronger all-around performer. The fact that it achieves this while drawing 20 W less power (55 W vs 75 W) makes its lead even more impressive.

The Intel Arc A570M is not without merit. Its dedicated 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 224.0 GB/s bandwidth offers a predictable memory subsystem that does not depend on the host system. For workloads where memory latency or bandwidth consistency matters more than raw compute, Intel's approach could be preferable. Additionally, its smaller die size (269 mm² vs 308 mm²) and lower transistor count may appeal to those concerned about manufacturing complexity.

However, the benchmark evidence does not favor Intel. In the Geekbench OpenCL test, AMD leads by 13%. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT, which scores 58,392 — just 0.3% above Intel. Meanwhile, the AMD Radeon 8050S's rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M, which scores 61,896, a 0.3% deficit to AMD. These rival positions confirm that AMD sits in a higher performance tier.

The verdict is straightforward: choose the AMD Radeon 8050S for superior performance, lower power draw, and more advanced architecture. Choose the Intel Arc A570M only if dedicated memory is a hard requirement and the performance deficit is acceptable.

Specification Differences

The two GPUs differ across nearly every major specification category:

• Chip and Architecture: AMD uses the Strix Halo chip with RDNA 3.5; Intel uses the DG2-256 chip with Xe-HPG.
• Process Node: AMD is on 4 nm; Intel is on 6 nm (both TSMC).
• Die Size: AMD is 308 mm²; Intel is 269 mm².
• Transistors: AMD is unknown; Intel is 11,500 million with a density of 42.8M per mm².
• Base Clock: AMD is 1295 MHz; Intel is 900 MHz.
• Boost Clock: AMD is 2800 MHz; Intel is 1300 MHz.
• Memory: AMD is system-shared; Intel is 8 GB GDDR6 with 128-bit bus and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth.
• RT Cores: AMD has 32; Intel has 16.
• FP32: AMD is 11.47 TFLOPS; Intel is 5.325 TFLOPS.
• FP16: AMD is 11.47 TFLOPS (1:1); Intel is 10.65 TFLOPS (2:1).
• Pixel Rate: AMD is 179.2 GPixel/s; Intel is 83.20 GPixel/s.
• Texture Rate: AMD is 358.4 GTexel/s; Intel is 166.4 GTexel/s.
• TDP: AMD is 55 W; Intel is 75 W.
• Bus Interface: AMD is PCIe 5.0 x16; Intel is PCIe 4.0 x8.
• Release Date: AMD is January 2025; Intel is July 2023.

Identical specifications include shading units (2048), TMUs (128), ROPs (64), API support (DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, Vulkan 1.4), slot width (IGP), display outputs (portable device dependent), and production status (Active).

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The only available head-to-head benchmark is Geekbench OpenCL, and it decisively favors the AMD Radeon 8050S. AMD scores 65,818 versus Intel's 58,239, a 13% advantage. This is a substantial margin in a compute-oriented workload that exercises the GPU's general processing capabilities.

To contextualize this result, look at each GPU's nearest rivals. The AMD Radeon 8050S outperforms the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M (61,896) by 0.3% and trails the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 56 (63,693) by 2.5%. The Intel Arc A570M, by contrast, trails the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT (58,392) by 0.3% but beats the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM (58,085) by 0.3%. These rival positions place the AMD part roughly 3,800 points higher in average score than the Intel part.

The Geekbench Vulkan test only has a score for the AMD Radeon 8050S: 58,398. No Vulkan score is available for the Intel Arc A570M, so a direct comparison in that API cannot be made. However, AMD's Vulkan score is nearly identical to Intel's OpenCL score (58,398 vs 58,239), which suggests that AMD's performance is consistently high across different API implementations.

The wins tally reflects the data: AMD has 1 win in head-to-head benchmarks, Intel has 0. There is no benchmark in the data where the Intel Arc A570M outperforms the AMD Radeon 8050S.

Where Each One Wins

AMD Radeon 8050S Wins:

• Compute Performance: The 13% lead in Geekbench OpenCL is the definitive data point. AMD's 11.47 TFLOPS FP32 throughput versus Intel's 5.325 TFLOPS means AMD handles FP32-heavy workloads more than twice as fast.
• Ray Tracing: With 32 RT cores versus Intel's 16, AMD has twice the dedicated ray tracing hardware. This suggests a clear advantage in ray-traced rendering workloads.
• Clock Speed: The 2800 MHz boost clock versus Intel's 1300 MHz enables faster execution of clock-bound tasks.
• Power Efficiency: AMD delivers higher performance at 55 W, while Intel requires 75 W. This is a 36% higher power draw for a slower GPU.
• Modern Process: The 4 nm node versus 6 nm node indicates newer manufacturing technology, which typically yields better efficiency and thermal characteristics.
• Bus Bandwidth to Host: PCIe 5.0 x16 versus PCIe 4.0 x8 provides four times the bandwidth to the host system, which is critical for its shared-memory architecture.

Intel Arc A570M Wins:

• Dedicated Memory: The 8 GB GDDR6 with 224.0 GB/s bandwidth is a fixed resource that does not fluctuate with system configuration. For users with slow or limited system RAM, Intel's approach offers predictable memory performance.
• Memory Latency: Dedicated VRAM typically has lower latency than system-shared memory, though the data does not quantify this. This could benefit latency-sensitive workloads.
• FP16 Efficiency: Intel's FP16 performance (10.65 TFLOPS) is nearly double its FP32, suggesting it may be more efficient for FP16 workloads, though its absolute FP16 is slightly lower than AMD's (10.65 vs 11.47 TFLOPS).
• Smaller Die: At 269 mm² versus 308 mm², Intel's chip is smaller, which could translate to lower manufacturing costs per wafer (though pricing is not discussed here).
• Earlier Availability: Intel's release date of July 2023 predates AMD's January 2025, meaning Intel has had longer market presence.

Neither GPU has a clear win in API support, as both support identical DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan versions. The AMD Radeon 8050S is the better choice for compute-heavy, ray-traced, and performance-critical applications. The Intel Arc A570M is the better choice when dedicated, consistent memory bandwidth is a priority and the performance gap is acceptable.