Intel Arc G3 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 Comparison

Intel Arc G3 is an integrated graphics solution built on Intel's Panther Lake platform, using the Xe3-LPG architecture and a 3 nm process. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 is a discrete mobile GPU based on the Ampere architecture, built on an 8 nm process at Samsung. The two products occupy different segments: one is an IGP for portable devices, the other is a single-slot discrete card. Benchmark data for the RTX 4010 shows a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2893, placing it at the 18th percentile among all GPUs in the database. The Arc G3 has no recorded benchmark entries, so its average score is zero and its percentile sits at 50. The head-to-head benchmark list is empty, meaning the database contains no direct comparison runs between these two parts. The analysis below relies solely on the recorded specifications and the one available benchmark score.

Where Each One Wins

The Arc G3 wins on raw compute throughput. Its FP32 rate is 6.144 TFLOPS, which is more than double the RTX 4010's 2.706 TFLOPS. The gap is even larger in FP16: the Arc G3 delivers 12.29 TFLOPS with a 2:1 ratio, while the RTX 4010 provides 2.706 TFLOPS at a 1:1 ratio. That is a 4.5x advantage in half-precision work, which matters for AI inference and certain compute workloads. The Arc G3 also has more shading units (1280 versus 768), more texture mapping units (40 versus 24), and more ROPs (20 versus 16). Its pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s versus 28.19 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s versus 42.29 GTexel/s. In every throughput metric in the database, the Arc G3 leads.

The RTX 4010 wins on memory architecture and form factor. It has 4 GB of dedicated GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus with 96.00 GB/s bandwidth. The Arc G3 uses system shared memory, with bus width and type both listed as system shared, and bandwidth is system dependent. For gaming and graphics workloads that require consistent memory latency and guaranteed capacity, the RTX 4010's dedicated VRAM is a structural advantage. The RTX 4010 also has a defined physical footprint: 163 mm length, 69 mm height, single-slot width, and it connects via PCIe 4.0 x8. The Arc G3 is an IGP with no slot width, no power connectors, and display outputs described as portable device dependent.

The RTX 4010 has tensor cores (24 of them) and a higher boost clock relative to its base clock (1762 MHz boost versus 1417 MHz base). The Arc G3 has a boost clock of 2400 MHz but no tensor core count listed. The RTX 4010's 24 tensor cores provide dedicated AI acceleration hardware, whereas the Arc G3 does not list any tensor core equivalent in the database. That gives the NVIDIA part a purpose-built advantage for DLSS-style workloads and other tensor-based operations, assuming software support.

The RTX 4010's TDP is 50 W, the Arc G3's is 25 W. The lower power envelope of the Arc G3 makes it suitable for fanless or passively cooled ultraportable designs. The RTX 4010 requires a single-slot cooler and a 250 W suggested PSU, though it draws no external power connectors.

Architecture Differences

The process nodes differ significantly. Intel fabricates the Arc G3 at 3 nm, while NVIDIA uses Samsung's 8 nm process for the RTX 4010. The transistor counts are not comparable: the Arc G3's transistor count is unknown, while the RTX 4010 has 8,700 million transistors on a 200 mm² die, yielding a density of 43.5M per mm². The Arc G3's die size is also unknown. The architectural generations are distinct: Xe3-LPG (Arc Graphics-M, Panther Lake) versus Ampere (GeForce 40). The RTX 4010 is part of the GeForce 40 series, has a predecessor in GeForce 30, and a successor in GeForce 50. The Arc G3 has no listed predecessor or successor.

Compute resources differ across the board. The Arc G3 has 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, 20 ROPs, and 10 ray tracing cores. The RTX 4010 has 768 shading units, 24 TMUs, 16 ROPs, 6 ray tracing cores, and 24 tensor cores. The Arc G3 has more of everything except tensor cores. The FP16 ratio also differs: the Arc G3 runs FP16 at double the FP32 rate (2:1), while the RTX 4010 runs FP16 at the same rate as FP32 (1:1). This indicates that the Intel architecture has dedicated FP16 throughput, whereas the NVIDIA part processes FP16 at the same rate as FP32, likely through the tensor cores.

Memory is a major architectural split. The Arc G3 uses system shared memory, meaning the GPU has no dedicated VRAM and relies on the host system's memory pool. The RTX 4010 has 4 GB of GDDR6 running at 1500 MHz with 12 Gbps effective, on a 64-bit bus. Bandwidth for the Arc G3 is system dependent, while the RTX 4010 has a fixed 96.00 GB/s. Clock behavior also differs: the Arc G3 has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost of 2400 MHz (an 8x boost range), while the RTX 4010 has a base of 1417 MHz and a boost of 1762 MHz (about 1.24x). The wide clock range on the Intel part indicates aggressive power gating and bursty performance, typical of an integrated GPU that shares power with the CPU.

Physical interfaces diverge completely. The Arc G3 is an IGP with no slot width, no power connectors, and no bus interface beyond IGP. The RTX 4010 is a single-slot card with PCIe 4.0 x8, 4x mini-DisplayPort 1.4a outputs, and a 250 W suggested PSU. Display outputs on the Arc G3 are portable device dependent, meaning the actual ports depend on the host laptop or tablet design.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark runs between the Arc G3 and the RTX 4010. The head-to-head benchmark list is empty, and both wins counters are zero. The only recorded benchmark score belongs to the RTX 4010: 2893 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. That score places it at the 18th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rivals in the database are all NVIDIA or professional workstation parts: the RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB (score 2907, delta -0.5%), the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF (score 2910, delta -0.6%), the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB (score 2913, delta -0.7%), and the Quadro P600 (score 2923, delta -1%). The RTX 4010 sits within 1% of all four rivals, meaning its Steel Nomad performance is statistically tied with those parts in this single test.

The Arc G3's average benchmark score is zero because no benchmark entries exist. Its percentile vs all GPUs is 50, which is a placeholder value rather than a measured result. Without benchmark data, no direct comparison can be made. The FP32 and FP16 throughput figures suggest that the Arc G3 could outperform the RTX 4010 in compute-heavy synthetic tests, but that is inference from specifications, not measured data. The RTX 4010's single recorded score of 2893 is the only empirical data point in this comparison.

The RTX 4010's nearest rival data shows that it is not a high performer in the database. Its 18th percentile rank means 82% of GPUs score higher. The delta values against the RTX 4060 Ti variants are -0.5% and -0.7%, meaning the RTX 4010 is only slightly slower than those much larger cards in Steel Nomad. That is a notable result: a 50 W, 4 GB part nearly matches the 16 GB and 8 GB RTX 4060 Ti variants in this specific test. The Quadro P600, which is an older professional card, is 1% faster. These data points indicate that the RTX 4010's architecture is efficient in this workload, despite its low absolute score.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU has higher FP32 compute?

A: The Intel Arc G3 delivers 6.144 TFLOPS FP32, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 delivers 2.706 TFLOPS. The Arc G3 has approximately 2.27x the FP32 throughput.

Q: Does the RTX 4010 have dedicated memory?

A: Yes. The RTX 4010 has 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus with 96.00 GB/s bandwidth. The Arc G3 uses system shared memory, and its bandwidth is system dependent.

Q: What is the RTX 4010's benchmark score?

A: The RTX 4010 scored 2893 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. That places it at the 18th percentile among all GPUs in the database.

Q: How does the RTX 4010 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: It is within 1% of four rivals: the RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB (2907, -0.5%), RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF (2910, -0.6%), RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB (2913, -0.7%), and Quadro P600 (2923, -1%).

Q: Does the Arc G3 support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the Arc G3 has 10 ray tracing cores. The RTX 4010 has 6 ray tracing cores.

Q: What are the power requirements?

A: The Arc G3 has a TDP of 25 W and uses no power connectors. The RTX 4010 has a TDP of 50 W, uses no power connectors, but has a suggested PSU of 250 W.

The Verdict

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Arc G3 is the stronger compute part. Its FP32 rate of 6.144 TFLOPS and FP16 rate of 12.29 TFLOPS are multiples of the RTX 4010's 2.706 TFLOPS in both precisions. The Arc G3 also has more shading units, TMUs, ROPs, and ray tracing cores. For workloads that rely on raw shader throughput, such as compute shaders, physics simulation, or certain rendering tasks, the Arc G3's specifications clearly favor it. Its 3 nm process also suggests a more modern design, though the database does not include power efficiency measurements.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 is the better choice for memory-bound and tensor-based workloads. It has 4 GB of dedicated GDDR6 with a fixed 96.00 GB/s bandwidth, while the Arc G3 depends on system memory. The RTX 4010's 24 tensor cores provide hardware AI acceleration, which the Arc G3 lacks in the database's specifications. The RTX 4010 also has a measured benchmark score: 2893 in Steel Nomad, placing it at the 18th percentile. That score is nearly identical to the RTX 4060 Ti variants, showing that the RTX 4010 punches above its class in that specific DX12 test.

The Arc G3 has no benchmark entries, so its real-world performance is unverified. Its 50th percentile rank is a default value, not a result. The RTX 4010's 18th percentile is a measured outcome. For gaming, the RTX 4010's dedicated VRAM and tensor cores give it a structural advantage, but its low percentile rank indicates it is far from a high-end part. The Arc G3's 25 W TDP and IGP form factor make it suitable for thin-and-light devices, while the RTX 4010's single-slot design and 250 W suggested PSU target small-form-factor desktops or laptops with discrete graphics.

The data does not support a single winner. The Arc G3 wins on compute throughput and power efficiency. The RTX 4010 wins on memory, tensor features, and has the only verified benchmark score. Users who need FP32/FP16 compute and can tolerate system shared memory should choose the Arc G3. Users who need dedicated VRAM and tensor acceleration, and who value the measured Steel Nomad performance, should choose the RTX 4010. The RTX 4010's nearest rival data shows it is tightly clustered with the RTX 4060 Ti parts, which suggests that in the one available test, the RTX 4010 delivers performance close to those larger cards despite its smaller memory and lower TDP.

Specification Differences

The two GPUs differ in every major specification category. The Arc G3 uses a 3 nm process at Intel, the RTX 4010 uses an 8 nm process at Samsung. The Arc G3's transistor count and die size are unknown; the RTX 4010 has 8,700 million transistors on a 200 mm² die with a density of 43.5M per mm². Clock speeds: the Arc G3 has a 300 MHz base and 2400 MHz boost; the RTX 4010 has a 1417 MHz base and 1762 MHz boost. Memory: the Arc G3 uses system shared memory with system dependent bandwidth; the RTX 4010 has 4 GB GDDR6, 64-bit bus, and 96.00 GB/s bandwidth. Compute units: the Arc G3 has 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, 20 ROPs, and 10 ray tracing cores; the RTX 4010 has 768 shading units, 24 TMUs, 16 ROPs, 6 ray tracing cores, and 24 tensor cores. Pixel rate: 48.00 GPixel/s versus 28.19 GPixel/s. Texture rate: 96.00 GTexel/s versus 42.29 GTexel/s. FP32: 6.144 TFLOPS versus 2.706 TFLOPS. FP16: 12.29 TFLOPS (2:1) versus 2.706 TFLOPS (1:1). TDP: 25 W versus 50 W. Slot width: IGP versus single-slot. Power connectors: none for either, but the RTX 4010 lists a 250 W suggested PSU. Bus interface: IGP versus PCIe 4.0 x8. Display outputs: portable device dependent versus 4x mini-DisplayPort 1.4a. The RTX 4010 has a release date of 2024-04-15, while the Arc G3's release date is 2026-05-31. Both support DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.