Intel Arc A570M vs Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual Comparison

Intel Arc A570M and Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual occupy very different positions in Intel's graphics lineup, and the recorded data confirms they are aimed at entirely separate workloads. The A570M is a mobile-oriented part built on the Alchemist architecture, while the Pro B60 Dual is a workstation-focused desktop card based on the newer Battlemage architecture. Benchmark results, specifications, and market positioning all point to a clear split between mobile efficiency and professional compute capacity.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The only recorded benchmark score for either product belongs to the Intel Arc A570M. In Geekbench OpenCL, the A570M scores 58,239 points, which places it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs in the database. That is a strong result for a mobile chip, and the nearest rivals show how tight the competition is around that score. The AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT averages 58,392 points, which is only 0.3% higher than the A570M. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM scores 58,085, which is 0.3% lower. The NVIDIA P102-100 scores 58,528, representing a 0.5% gap, and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58,657, which is 0.7% higher.

These numbers indicate that the A570M delivers compute performance that is essentially on par with desktop graphics cards from the previous generation, despite being a low-power mobile part. The delta percentages are all within a single percentage point, meaning the A570M sits in a very narrow performance band where a few points of benchmark variance could change the ordering. This is remarkable for a chip with a 75 W TDP, as it competes with desktop cards that draw considerably more power.

The Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is listed as zero, and it has no nearest rivals listed. This means the data cannot provide a direct head-to-head comparison based on measured performance. Instead, the comparison must rely on the architectural and specification differences between the two products, along with the Pro B60 Dual's 50th percentile ranking, which is based on specifications rather than measured results.

Because there are no head-to-head benchmark entries, the wins column shows zero for both products. The A570M wins on having measurable performance data, while the Pro B60 Dual wins on raw specifications in nearly every category. The lack of benchmark data for the Pro B60 Dual means any performance conclusions must be drawn from its architectural advantages rather than direct measurements.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Arc A570M wins in scenarios where power efficiency and mobility matter most. Its 75 W TDP makes it suitable for laptops and compact systems where thermal and power constraints are severe. The IGP slot width, meaning it is designed for integrated or mobile use, reinforces this positioning. The A570M also wins on the strength of its measured performance, which shows it can handle OpenCL compute workloads at a level comparable to desktop cards from the previous generation. For users who need a capable GPU in a thin-and-light chassis, the data supports the A570M as a proven quantity.

The Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual wins in every raw specification category that matters for professional workloads. Its 24 GB of GDDR6 memory is three times the 8 GB found on the A570M, which directly impacts the ability to load large datasets, high-resolution textures, and complex 3D scenes. The 456.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is more than double the 224.0 GB/s of the A570M, meaning memory-bound tasks will see a substantial advantage. The 12.29 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is more than twice the 5.325 TFLOPS of the A570M, and the 24.58 TFLOPS of FP16 performance likewise doubles the A570M's 10.65 TFLOPS.

The Pro B60 Dual also wins on GPU architecture. Built on the Xe2-HPG architecture, also known as Battlemage, it represents a newer generation than the Xe-HPG Alchemist architecture used in the A570M. The 5 nm process node from TSMC gives it a transistor density of 72.1M per mm², compared to 42.8M per mm² on the A570M's 6 nm node. This newer process allows for 19,600 million transistors on a 272 mm² die, versus 11,500 million transistors on a 269 mm² die. The Pro B60 Dual wins on raw compute units as well, with 2,560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units, compared to 2,048, 128, and 64 respectively on the A570M.

The Verdict

The data clearly indicates that these are not direct competitors. The Intel Arc A570M is a mobile GPU with a proven performance profile, scoring in the 88th percentile of all GPUs on Geekbench OpenCL. Its nearest rivals are desktop cards like the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT and NVIDIA P102-100, which shows that it punches well above its weight class for a 75 W part. Users who need a GPU for a laptop or a power-constrained system should look at the A570M, as it has actual measured results to back its capability.

The Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual is a professional workstation card with no measured benchmarks in the database, but its specifications are overwhelming on paper. The 24 GB memory capacity, 456.0 GB/s bandwidth, and 12.29 TFLOPS FP32 performance position it for tasks like AI inference, rendering, and large-scale data processing where memory capacity and compute throughput are critical. Its 400 W TDP and dual-slot design indicate it is meant for desktop workstations with adequate cooling and power delivery. The 800 W suggested PSU and single 16-pin power connector confirm this expectation.

Users who need a verified, efficient mobile GPU should choose the Intel Arc A570M. Users who need a high-end professional desktop GPU with current-generation architecture and maximum memory capacity should choose the Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual. The Pro B60 Dual carries a launch MSRP of 1,199 USD, which reflects its professional positioning. There is no scenario in the data where these two products serve the same user, so the choice comes down to whether the workload is mobile or desktop, and whether the priority is measured efficiency or raw capacity.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Arc A570M compare to the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT in Geekbench OpenCL?

A: The A570M scores 58,239 points, while the RX 6950 XT scores 58,392 points. The RX 6950 XT is only 0.3% higher, meaning the A570M is essentially on par with this desktop card in this specific benchmark.

Q: Does the Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No, the database shows no benchmark entries for the Pro B60 Dual. Its average benchmark score is listed as zero, and it has no nearest rivals listed. Its 50th percentile ranking is based on specifications rather than measured performance.

Q: What is the memory capacity difference between the two GPUs?

A: The Intel Arc A570M has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 128-bit bus and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual has 24 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 192-bit bus and 456.0 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which GPU has a higher FP32 compute performance?

A: The Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual has 12.29 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, which is more than double the 5.325 TFLOPS of the Intel Arc A570M.

Q: What generation of architecture does each GPU use?

A: The Intel Arc A570M uses the Xe-HPG architecture from the Alchemist generation, built on a 6 nm TSMC process. The Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual uses the Xe2-HPG architecture from the Battlemage generation, built on a 5 nm TSMC process.

Q: What is the power draw difference between the two GPUs?

A: The Intel Arc A570M has a 75 W TDP and uses an IGP slot width, indicating mobile or integrated use. The Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual has a 400 W TDP, uses a dual-slot design, requires a 16-pin power connector, and has a suggested PSU of 800 W.

Architecture Differences

The two GPUs come from different Intel GPU generations, and the architectural gap is substantial. The Intel Arc A570M is built on the Xe-HPG architecture, which Intel designates as Alchemist for the Arc 5 Mobile series. It uses the DG2-256 chip on a 6 nm TSMC process node. The die measures 269 mm² and contains 11,500 million transistors, resulting in a transistor density of 42.8M per mm². The architecture supports DirectX 12 Ultimate with feature level 12_2, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

The Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual uses the Xe2-HPG architecture, designated as Battlemage for the Pro Series. It is built on the BMG-G21 chip using a 5 nm TSMC process node. The die measures 272 mm², which is only slightly larger than the A570M, but it contains 19,600 million transistors, giving a transistor density of 72.1M per mm². This is a 68% higher transistor density compared to the A570M. The Pro B60 Dual supports the same API set: DirectX 12 Ultimate with feature level 12_2, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

The compute units differ significantly. The A570M has 2,048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, 64 render output units, and 16 ray tracing cores. The Pro B60 Dual has 2,560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, 80 render output units, and 20 ray tracing cores. This represents a 25% increase in shading units and ray tracing cores, and a 25% increase in TMUs and ROPs.

Pixel and texture rates also reflect the architectural gap. The A570M delivers a pixel rate of 83.20 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 166.4 GTexel/s. The Pro B60 Dual delivers 192.0 GPixel/s and 384.0 GTexel/s, which are 2.3 times higher in both metrics. FP32 and FP16 performance follow the same pattern, with the Pro B60 Dual delivering 12.29 TFLOPS and 24.58 TFLOPS respectively, versus 5.325 TFLOPS and 10.65 TFLOPS for the A570M.

Specification Differences

The two GPUs differ in nearly every measurable specification. The most obvious difference is clock speed. The Intel Arc A570M has a base clock of 900 MHz and a boost clock of 1300 MHz. The Intel Arc Pro B60 Dual has a base clock of 2000 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz. This is a 122% higher base clock and an 85% higher boost clock.

Memory configuration shows a clear separation. The A570M has 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, with a memory clock of 1750 MHz running at 14 Gbps effective, producing 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The Pro B60 Dual has 24 GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus, with a memory clock of 2375 MHz running at 19 Gbps effective, producing 456.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The Pro B60 Dual has 3 times the memory capacity and just over double the bandwidth.

Power and physical specifications are also very different. The A570M has a 75 W TDP and an IGP slot width, meaning it is designed for integration into laptops or compact systems. It has no power connectors listed and no suggested PSU. The Pro B60 Dual has a 400 W TDP, a dual-slot width, a single 16-pin power connector, and a suggested PSU of 800 W. Its dimensions are 300 mm in length, 110 mm in height, and 40 mm in width.

The bus interface differs as well. The A570M uses PCIe 4.0 x8, while the Pro B60 Dual uses PCIe 5.0 x8. Display outputs also differ: the A570M has portable device dependent outputs, while the Pro B60 Dual has 4x mini-DisplayPort 2.1 connectors. The release dates are separated by over two years, with the A570M releasing on 2023-07-31 and the Pro B60 Dual releasing on 2025-09-04. Both products are listed as active in production.