Intel Arc A580 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data places the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER decisively ahead across every direct comparison. In the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, the RTX 4070 SUPER scores 4627 against the Intel Arc A580’s 2229, a 51.8% gap. This is not a narrow margin; it is a dominant lead in a modern DirectX 12 workload that stresses both geometry and compute. The Arc A580 trails so far that it falls outside the competitive range of the RTX 4070 SUPER in this specific test.

OpenCL results tell a similar story. The RTX 4070 SUPER posts 172795 points, while the Arc A580 reaches 91657, a 47% deficit. OpenCL is a common compute benchmark, and the result indicates that the NVIDIA card handles general-purpose GPU tasks with substantially more throughput. The gap is large enough that any compute-oriented workflow would show a clear preference for the RTX 4070 SUPER.

The Vulkan benchmark widens the gap further. Here, the RTX 4070 SUPER scores 205624, compared to the Arc A580’s 79381, a 61.4% difference. This is the largest delta in the head-to-head set. Vulkan is often used in modern games and cross-platform applications, so this result suggests the NVIDIA card has a significant advantage in scenarios that rely on low-level API efficiency. The Arc A580 is not merely slower; it is behind by more than double in this metric.

Looking at the overall benchmark averages, the database shows the Arc A580 with an average score of 57756, while the RTX 4070 SUPER averages 43223. At first glance, this seems contradictory, given the head-to-head results. However, the average includes different benchmark suites and workloads, some of which favor the Arc A580. The Arc A580’s percentile rank is 87, meaning it outperforms 87% of all GPUs in the database, while the RTX 4070 SUPER sits at the 83rd percentile. This is a reversal of the head-to-head pattern and indicates that the Arc A580 performs well across a broader set of legacy and mixed workloads, even though it loses decisively in the three direct comparisons.

The nearest rivals for the Arc A580 include the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM with an average score of 58085 and a delta of just 0.6% behind, the Intel Arc A570M at 58239 (0.8% behind), and the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT at 58392 (1.1% behind). These are close competitors, separated by single-digit percentage points. The RTX 4070 SUPER’s nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB at 43262 (0.1% behind), the RTX 5050 Mobile at 43268 (0.1% behind), and the RTX 4090 Mobile at 43667 (1% behind). In both cases, the nearest rivals are very tight, but the two GPUs themselves are not competing in the same performance tier.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is substantial. The Intel Arc A580 uses the DG2-512 chip based on Xe-HPG architecture, manufactured on a 6 nm process at TSMC. It packs 21,700 million transistors on a 406 mm² die, giving a transistor density of 53.4 million per square millimeter. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER uses the AD104 chip based on Ada Lovelace, also from TSMC but on a 5 nm process. It contains 35,800 million transistors on a smaller 294 mm² die, resulting in a much higher density of 121.8 million per square millimeter. The density difference is striking: NVIDIA fits 67% more transistors into 28% less silicon area.

Core counts differ sharply. The Arc A580 has 3072 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 96 raster output units. The RTX 4070 SUPER has 7168 shading units, 224 TMUs, and 80 ROPs. The NVIDIA card has more than double the shading units and more TMUs, but fewer ROPs. Ray tracing cores also favor NVIDIA: 56 RT cores on the RTX 4070 SUPER versus 24 on the Arc A580. Additionally, the RTX 4070 SUPER includes 224 tensor cores, a feature entirely absent from the Arc A580’s specification list.

Clock speeds reinforce the NVIDIA advantage. The Arc A580 runs at a base of 1700 MHz and boosts to 2000 MHz. The RTX 4070 SUPER starts at 1980 MHz and boosts to 2475 MHz. Higher clocks on a much higher core count compound the performance gap. The FP32 compute rating is 12.29 TFLOPS for the Arc A580 versus 35.48 TFLOPS for the RTX 4070 SUPER, a nearly threefold difference. FP16 performance is 24.58 TFLOPS for Intel (with a 2:1 ratio) and 35.48 TFLOPS for NVIDIA (with a 1:1 ratio), meaning the NVIDIA card does not halve its throughput for FP16.

Memory configurations diverge as well. The Arc A580 has 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The RTX 4070 SUPER has 12 GB of GDDR6X on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s. The bandwidth figures are nearly identical, but the NVIDIA card offers 50% more capacity at a similar bandwidth, which matters for modern game textures and compute buffers. Memory clock rates are 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective) for the Arc A580 and 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective) for the RTX 4070 SUPER.

Power and physical characteristics differ too. The Arc A580 has a TDP of 175 W and requires two 8-pin power connectors with a suggested 450 W PSU. The RTX 4070 SUPER has a TDP of 220 W, a single 16-pin connector, and a suggested 550 W PSU. Both are dual-slot cards, but the RTX 4070 SUPER has recorded dimensions of 267 mm in length, 112 mm in height, and 42 mm in width, while the Arc A580’s dimensions are not recorded in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The head-to-head data gives every win to the RTX 4070 SUPER. The Arc A580 records zero wins across the three direct benchmarks. There is no single test in the direct comparison where the Intel card comes out ahead. However, the broader database paints a more nuanced picture. The Arc A580’s average benchmark score of 57756 exceeds the RTX 4070 SUPER’s 43223 by roughly 33.6%. This is driven by the Arc A580’s performance across a wider range of tests, including legacy DirectX workloads and compute tasks that are not part of the head-to-head set.

The Arc A580 also holds a higher percentile rank (87th versus 83rd), meaning it places better relative to the entire GPU population in the database. Its nearest rivals are mid-range and older high-end cards like the RX 6950 XT and RX 5600 OEM, all within a 1.1% delta. This suggests the Arc A580 operates in a competitive band where small differences separate cards. The RTX 4070 SUPER, by contrast, sits among professional Quadro cards and mobile RTX parts, indicating its average score is pulled down by workloads that do not suit its architecture, despite its dominant head-to-head results.

For gamers and application users who rely on DirectX 12 or Vulkan, the RTX 4070 SUPER is the clear choice based on the recorded data. The 61.4% Vulkan lead is particularly relevant for titles built on Vulkan or for users on Linux where Vulkan is the primary graphics API. The OpenCL lead of 47% matters for compute tasks like physics simulation, image processing, and some machine learning inference. The Arc A580’s higher average and percentile suggest it handles older DirectX versions and mixed workloads better, but the database does not include dedicated DirectX 9, 10, 11, or 12 tests for the Arc A580, so this inference comes only from the aggregate score.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU wins in DirectX 12 performance?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER scores 4627 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, while the Arc A580 scores 2229, a 51.8% advantage for NVIDIA.

Q: How does Vulkan performance compare?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER achieves 205624 in Vulkan, versus 79381 for the Arc A580, a 61.4% lead. This is the largest gap in the head-to-head results.

Q: Does the Arc A580 ever beat the RTX 4070 SUPER?

A: In the three direct benchmark comparisons, the Arc A580 wins zero tests. However, its overall average benchmark score is 57756, which is higher than the RTX 4070 SUPER’s 43223, and its percentile rank is 87 versus 83.

Q: What memory specifications differ between the two?

A: The Arc A580 has 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus with 512.0 GB/s bandwidth. The RTX 4070 SUPER has 12 GB of GDDR6X on a 192-bit bus with 504.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: How do compute capabilities compare?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER delivers 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 and 35.48 TFLOPS of FP16. The Arc A580 delivers 12.29 TFLOPS of FP32 and 24.58 TFLOPS of FP16. The RTX 4070 SUPER also has 224 tensor cores, which the Arc A580 lacks entirely.

Q: What are the power requirements?

A: The Arc A580 has a 175 W TDP and a suggested 450 W PSU with two 8-pin connectors. The RTX 4070 SUPER has a 220 W TDP and a suggested 550 W PSU with a single 16-pin connector.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous for users prioritizing modern graphics APIs and compute performance: the RTX 4070 SUPER wins every direct benchmark by a wide margin. Its 51.8% lead in DirectX 12 and 61.4% lead in Vulkan mean that for current-generation gaming, ray tracing, and high-end compute, the NVIDIA card is the superior choice. The RTX 4070 SUPER also offers 50% more memory (12 GB versus 8 GB) with comparable bandwidth, which is a practical advantage for texture-heavy workloads.

The Arc A580, however, should not be dismissed based solely on the head-to-head results. Its higher average benchmark score and higher percentile rank indicate that it excels in a broader mix of legacy and mixed workloads. The database shows its nearest rivals are cards like the RX 6950 XT and RX 5600 OEM, all within a 1.1% delta, meaning the Arc A580 is competitive in that tier. For users running older DirectX titles, OpenGL applications, or mixed compute tasks, the Arc A580 may deliver better overall value in terms of raw aggregate performance.

The production status also differs: the Arc A580 is marked as Active, while the RTX 4070 SUPER is End-of-life. This matters for long-term availability and driver support. The RTX 4070 SUPER had a launch MSRP of 599 USD, which is recorded in the database. The Arc A580 has no recorded launch MSRP.

Ultimately, the choice depends on the workload. If the primary use is modern gaming with DirectX 12 or Vulkan, the RTX 4070 SUPER is the clear pick. If the use case involves a diverse set of legacy applications and the user prioritizes a higher aggregate benchmark score, the Arc A580 holds its own. The recorded data does not support any scenario where the Arc A580 outperforms the RTX 4070 SUPER in a direct modern benchmark, so users who need the best raw performance in current titles should select the NVIDIA card.

Specification Differences

| Field | Intel Arc A580 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |

|---|---|---|

| Chip | DG2-512 | AD104 |

| Architecture | Xe-HPG | Ada Lovelace |

| Generation | Alchemist (Arc 5) | GeForce 40 |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 5 nm |

| Transistors | 21,700 million | 35,800 million |

| Die Size | 406 mm² | 294 mm² |

| Transistor Density | 53.4M / mm² | 121.8M / mm² |

| Base Clock | 1700 MHz | 1980 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 2000 MHz | 2475 MHz |

| Memory Clock | 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective) | 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective) |

| Memory Size | 8 GB | 12 GB |

| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |

| Memory Bus Width | 256 bit | 192 bit |

| Memory Bandwidth | 512.0 GB/s | 504.2 GB/s |

| Shading Units | 3072 | 7168 |

| TMUs | 192 | 224 |

| ROPs | 96 | 80 |

| RT Cores | 24 | 56 |

| Tensor Cores | None listed | 224 |

| Pixel Rate | 192.0 GPixel/s | 198.0 GPixel/s |

| Texture Rate | 384.0 GTexel/s | 554.4 GTexel/s |

| FP32 | 12.29 TFLOPS | 35.48 TFLOPS |

| FP16 | 24.58 TFLOPS (2:1) | 35.48 TFLOPS (1:1) |

| TDP | 175 W | 220 W |

| Power Connectors | 2x 8-pin | 1x 16-pin |

| Suggested PSU | 450 W | 550 W |

| Display Outputs | 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 2.0 | 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a |

| Dimensions | Not recorded | 267 mm x 112 mm x 42 mm |

| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |

| Release Date | 2023-10-09 | 2024-01-16 |

| Predecessor | Xe Graphics | GeForce 30 |

| Successor | Battlemage | GeForce 50 |

| Launch MSRP | None recorded | 599 USD |