Intel Arc A380E x2 vs Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct benchmark comparisons for the Intel Arc A380E x2 and the Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile. Both entries list an average benchmark score of zero, and the head-to-head benchmark array is empty. Similarly, the wins tally shows zero for either side. This absence of recorded performance data means any numerical comparison between the two must rely on their architectural specifications and theoretical throughput figures rather than measured application results.

The Intel Arc A380E x2 presents a dual-GPU configuration built around the DG2-128 chip, while the Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile is an integrated processor graphics solution based on the Meteor Lake die. The discrete card offers 1024 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 render output units. The mobile integrated part provides 896 shading units, 56 TMUs, and 24 ROPs. In raw pixel throughput, the A380E x2 reaches 64.00 GPixel/s, which is 21.2% higher than the 52.80 GPixel/s of the 112EU Mobile. Texture fill rate also favors the discrete solution: 128.0 GTexel/s versus 123.2 GTexel/s, a modest 3.9% advantage.

Floating-point compute follows the same pattern. The A380E x2 delivers 4.096 TFLOPS in FP32, while the 112EU Mobile produces 3.942 TFLOPS. That is a 3.9% lead for the discrete card. In FP16, the A380E x2 reaches 8.192 TFLOPS using a 2:1 ratio, compared to 7.885 TFLOPS for the mobile part, again a 3.9% margin. These are not large gaps, but they are consistent across every measured throughput category.

Memory bandwidth shows the most significant divergence. The A380E x2 uses 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 96-bit bus, yielding 186.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The 112EU Mobile relies on system-shared memory, with bandwidth listed as system dependent. That dependency means the integrated part cannot guarantee any fixed bandwidth figure, while the discrete card has a dedicated, fixed allocation. The clock speeds also differ sharply. The A380E x2 runs at a flat 2000 MHz base and boost. The 112EU Mobile has a 300 MHz base clock that boosts to 2200 MHz. The integrated part has a higher boost ceiling by 200 MHz, but the discrete card maintains a much higher floor.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Arc A380E x2 wins in every fixed specification category that can be compared directly. It has more shading units (1024 versus 896), more TMUs (64 versus 56), more ROPs (32 versus 24), and it supports ray tracing with 8 dedicated RT cores. The 112EU Mobile lists no RT core count. Pixel rate, texture rate, FP32, and FP16 all favor the discrete card. Memory is another clear win: 6 GB of dedicated GDDR6 with 186.0 GB/s bandwidth versus system-shared memory with no fixed bandwidth. The A380E x2 also uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, while the mobile part connects via a Ring Bus.

The Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile has its own advantages in specific contexts. Its base clock is far lower at 300 MHz, which suggests it can idle or run at very low power states, though the TDP is still listed at 65 W. The boost clock of 2200 MHz is the highest frequency in either entry. The mobile part is classified as an IGP with no slot width, no power connectors, and no suggested PSU, meaning it integrates directly into a laptop motherboard. Its display outputs are listed as portable device dependent, which matches its intended role in mobile systems.

The A380E x2 is a single-slot card measuring 265 mm in length, 127 mm in height, and 20 mm in width, with a 130 W TDP and a single 6-pin power connector. It offers 8x mini-DisplayPort 2.0 outputs, which suits multi-display workstation or edge deployments. The mobile part has no dimensions and no discrete power requirements, making it the only option for ultraportable designs.

Architecture Differences

The two GPUs come from different architectural lineages. The Intel Arc A380E x2 uses the Xe-HPG architecture on the DG2-128 chip, belonging to the Alchemist (Arc 3) generation. It is fabricated on a 6 nm process at TSMC, with 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die, giving a transistor density of 45.9 million per square millimeter. The Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile uses the Xe-LPG architecture on the Meteor Lake chip, part of the Arc Graphics-M generation, and is built on Intel's 10 nm process. The database lists no transistor count, die size, or density for the mobile part.

The API support differs slightly. The A380E x2 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), while the 112EU Mobile supports DirectX 12 (12_1). Both support OpenGL 4.6 and Vulkan 1.4. The A380E x2 also lists 8 RT cores, a feature absent from the mobile entry. The memory subsystem is fundamentally different: the discrete card uses dedicated GDDR6 with a 96-bit bus and fixed bandwidth, while the mobile part uses system shared memory with a system dependent bus width and bandwidth.

The production statuses also diverge. The A380E x2 is marked end-of-life, with a release date of 2024-03-31. The 112EU Mobile is active, with a release date of 2023-12-13. The predecessor for the A380E x2 is Xe Graphics, and its successor is Battlemage. The mobile part lists HD Graphics-M as its predecessor and has no successor. The A380E x2 has a suggested PSU of 300 W, while the mobile part has none.

The clock behavior highlights the design philosophy difference. The A380E x2 runs at a constant 2000 MHz for both base and boost, indicating a fixed operating point typical of a discrete card with active cooling. The 112EU Mobile ranges from 300 MHz to 2200 MHz, a wide dynamic range suited to power management in laptops. The memory clock for the A380E x2 is 1937 MHz, translating to 15.5 Gbps effective, while the mobile part has no dedicated memory clock.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Arc A380E x2 is the stronger performer in every fixed metric. It has more compute units, higher fill rates, more TFLOPS, dedicated memory with fixed bandwidth, and ray tracing support. For any workload that relies on raw throughput, dedicated VRAM, or sustained clock speeds, the A380E x2 is the clear choice. Its 8x mini-DisplayPort 2.0 outputs and single-slot form factor make it suitable for multi-display configurations or embedded systems that need consistent, predictable performance.

The Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile is the only option for ultraportable or integrated designs. It requires no separate power connector, no slot, and no PSU, and its system-shared memory eliminates the need for dedicated VRAM. Its higher boost clock of 2200 MHz could benefit short, bursty workloads that do not sustain heavy load for long periods. The 65 W TDP is roughly half of the 130 W TDP of the discrete card, which matters in thermally constrained environments.

The A380E x2 is end-of-life, which may affect long-term availability. The 112EU Mobile is active and still in production. The A380E x2 uses a more advanced 6 nm TSMC process, while the mobile part uses Intel's 10 nm node. Neither entry has a launch MSRP listed, so no cost comparison can be made.

For users who need a dedicated, multi-output GPU with fixed memory bandwidth and ray tracing, the A380E x2 is the only choice in this comparison. For users building or selecting a laptop where the GPU must share system memory and fit within an integrated power budget, the 112EU Mobile is the relevant part. The benchmark database records no measured performance data for either GPU, so all conclusions here derive from architectural specifications and theoretical throughput figures.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU has more shading units?

A: The Intel Arc A380E x2 has 1024 shading units, while the Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile has 896.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of each GPU?

A: The Intel Arc A380E x2 has 186.0 GB/s of bandwidth from 6 GB of GDDR6 on a 96-bit bus. The Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile uses system-shared memory with system dependent bandwidth.

Q: Do both GPUs support ray tracing?

A: No. The Intel Arc A380E x2 lists 8 RT cores. The Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile does not list any RT core count.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The Intel Arc A380E x2 has a 130 W TDP. The Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile has a 65 W TDP.

Q: Which GPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile has a boost clock of 2200 MHz, which is 200 MHz higher than the flat 2000 MHz boost of the Intel Arc A380E x2.

Q: What is the production status of each GPU?

A: The Intel Arc A380E x2 is end-of-life. The Intel Arc Graphics 112EU Mobile is active.