Intel Arc A530M vs Intel Arc A570M Comparison

The Intel Arc A570M and Intel Arc A530M are two mobile graphics solutions from the same Alchemist generation. The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy, but the differences are more nuanced than a simple clock speed gap. Both parts share a common foundation, yet they are configured with different execution resources, leading to distinct application profiles.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a direct comparison in the Geekbench OpenCL compute test. In this workload, the Intel Arc A570M scored 58,239 points, while the Intel Arc A530M scored 49,735 points. This represents a 17.1% advantage for the A570M, a significant margin that underscores the impact of its larger configuration.

This 17.1% lead in raw compute is the primary differentiator. To contextualize the A570M's score, it sits at the 88th percentile of all GPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT, which scores 58,392, a mere 0.3% higher, and the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM, which scores 58,085, a 0.3% deficit. This places the A570M in a performance tier where it trades blows with some high-end desktop parts in this specific OpenCL workload.

The A530M, with its lower score, still holds a respectable 85th percentile ranking. Its average benchmark score across all recorded tests is 46,614. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 5600M, which averages 46,601, resulting in a negligible 0.0% delta. This indicates that the A530M is precisely positioned in the middle of the mobile GPU pack, offering performance on par with established mid-range options.

The performance gap between the two Intel parts is substantial. In the OpenCL test, the A570M is not just faster; it is operating in a different performance bracket. The A570M's score is closer to the 58,392 of the RX 6950 XT than it is to its own sibling's 49,735. This suggests that the A570M is the clear choice for compute-heavy tasks like content creation or machine learning inference, where the 17.1% advantage can translate directly into reduced render times or faster training epochs.

The A530M, on the other hand, is not a slouch. Its performance is competitive with the NVIDIA RTX A2000, which scores 46,043, a 1.2% deficit. It also matches the NVIDIA RTX 5880 Ada Generation, which scores 45,972, a 1.4% deficit. This shows that while the A530M is clearly a step below the A570M, it remains a viable option for mainstream gaming and general-purpose compute.

Architecture Differences

Both the Intel Arc A570M and the Intel Arc A530M are built on the same fundamental architecture. They share the DG2-256 chip, the Xe-HPG architecture, and a 6 nm TSMC process node. The transistor count is identical at 11,500 million on a 269 mm² die, resulting in a transistor density of 42.8M / mm². Clock speeds are also identical, with a base clock of 900 MHz and a boost clock of 1300 MHz.

The core difference lies in the number of active execution units. The A570M is configured with 2,048 shading units, while the A530M has only 1,536. This 512-unit reduction is the root cause of the performance gap. This reduction scales across the entire pipeline. The A570M has 128 texture mapping units (TMUs) and 64 raster operation units (ROPs), whereas the A530M has 96 TMUs and 48 ROPs. The ray tracing cores are also reduced from 16 on the A570M to 12 on the A530M.

These differences manifest in the theoretical throughput figures. The A570M achieves a pixel rate of 83.20 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 166.4 GTexel/s. The A530M, with fewer ROPs and TMUs, is capped at 62.40 GPixel/s and 124.8 GTexel/s, respectively. The most significant divergence is in raw compute power: the A570M delivers 5.325 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, while the A530M delivers 3.994 TFLOPS. The FP16 performance follows suit, with the A570M at 10.65 TFLOPS (2:1) and the A530M at 7.987 TFLOPS (2:1).

Memory subsystems are identical. Both parts feature 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. The memory clock is also the same at 1750 MHz, or 14 Gbps effective. This means that the additional compute power of the A570M is not bottlenecked by a wider or faster memory interface; it simply has more processing units to feed with the same data throughput.

The power envelope differs, with the A570M having a TDP of 75 W compared to the A530M's 65 W. This 10 W difference is a direct consequence of the increased number of active transistors and the higher theoretical performance. Both are integrated into the mobile platform as IGP-class components and use a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface. The display outputs for both are listed as "Portable Device Dependent," indicating they are designed for laptops with integrated displays.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU is faster in the recorded OpenCL benchmark?

A: The Intel Arc A570M is faster, scoring 58,239 points compared to the Intel Arc A530M's 49,735 points in the Geekbench OpenCL test, a 17.1% advantage.

Q: Do the two GPUs have the same architecture?

A: Yes, both are based on the Xe-HPG architecture and use the same DG2-256 chip on a 6 nm TSMC process node. The fundamental design is identical, but the A570M has more execution resources enabled.

Q: How does the Intel Arc A570M compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The A570M, with a score of 58,239, is 0.3% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT (58,392) and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM (58,085). This places it in a highly competitive performance tier.

Q: What is the key specification difference that explains the performance gap?

A: The primary difference is the number of shading units. The A570M has 2,048 shading units, while the A530M has 1,536. This also affects the TMU, ROP, and ray tracing core counts, leading to lower theoretical pixel, texture, and compute rates for the A530M.

Q: Is the memory configuration different between the two?

A: No, both the Intel Arc A570M and the Intel Arc A530M use 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is also identical.

Q: Which GPU consumes more power according to the data?

A: The Intel Arc A570M has a higher TDP of 75 W, while the Intel Arc A530M has a TDP of 65 W. This difference is consistent with the A570M's larger configuration and higher performance.

The Verdict

The data presents a straightforward choice for potential users. The Intel Arc A570M is the superior processor for tasks that demand maximum compute throughput. Its 17.1% lead in OpenCL performance, coupled with a higher 88th percentile ranking, makes it the obvious pick for workloads like 3D rendering, video encoding, or any GPGPU application where every bit of FP32 or FP16 performance matters. Its proximity in score to the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT, a high-end desktop card, underscores its capability within the mobile segment.

The Intel Arc A530M is the more conservative option. While it cannot match the A570M's raw power, its performance is far from weak. It holds an 85th percentile ranking and trades blows with established mid-range competitors like the AMD Radeon RX 5600M and NVIDIA RTX A2000. For a user whose primary focus is mainstream gaming at standard resolutions, the A530M offers a balanced feature set with the same 8 GB memory pool and identical architectural features, such as DirectX 12 Ultimate support.

The choice hinges on the required performance ceiling. If the workload is compute-bound and time is critical, the A570M's additional execution resources justify its higher 75 W power draw. If the priority is a balanced mobile platform where the 65 W TDP is more manageable and the performance is sufficient for less demanding tasks, the A530M remains a competent choice. The benchmark results are clear: the A570M is the performance leader, while the A530M is the efficiency-focused sibling.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the Intel Arc A570M and the Intel Arc A530M.

• Shading Units: The A570M has 2,048, while the A530M has 1,536.
• TMUs: The A570M has 128, while the A530M has 96.
• ROPs: The A570M has 64, while the A530M has 48.
• RT Cores: The A570M has 16, while the A530M has 12.
• Pixel Rate: The A570M achieves 83.20 GPixel/s, while the A530M achieves 62.40 GPixel/s.
• Texture Rate: The A570M achieves 166.4 GTexel/s, while the A530M achieves 124.8 GTexel/s.
• FP32 Performance: The A570M delivers 5.325 TFLOPS, while the A530M delivers 3.994 TFLOPS.
• FP16 Performance: The A570M delivers 10.65 TFLOPS (2:1), while the A530M delivers 7.987 TFLOPS (2:1).
• TDP: The A570M has a TDP of 75 W, while the A530M has a TDP of 65 W.
• Average Benchmark Score: The A570M averages 58,239, while the A530M averages 46,614.
• Percentile Rank: The A570M is in the 88th percentile of all GPUs, while the A530M is in the 85th percentile.