Intel Arc Pro B390 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data for the Intel Arc Pro B390 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 presents a direct comparison of two radically different GPU designs, yet the database shows no head-to-head benchmark results for these specific SKUs. The winsA and winsB fields are both zero, indicating that no direct performance tests have been logged for this pairing. This absence of benchmark data means the analysis must rely entirely on the architectural specifications, compute capabilities, and the limited percentile ranking available for each part.

What can be established from the measured specifications is the scale of the performance gap implied by the raw compute figures. The RTX 4060 AD106 delivers 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 throughput, while the Arc Pro B390 delivers 7.680 TFLOPS. That is a 96.7% advantage for the NVIDIA part in raw single-precision floating-point work. In terms of texture fill rate, the RTX 4060 reaches 236.2 GTexel/s against the Intel part's 120.0 GTexel/s, again nearly double. The pixel throughput tells a similar story: 118.1 GPixel/s for the NVIDIA GPU versus 60.00 GPixel/s for the Intel integrated solution.

The RTX 4060 also doubles the shading units, TMUs, and ROPs compared to the Intel part. With 3072 shading units, 96 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, it has exactly twice the resources of the Arc Pro B390's 1536 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs. The RT core count follows the same pattern: 24 RT cores on the NVIDIA side versus 12 on the Intel side. Tensor cores are present on the RTX 4060 at 96 units, while the Arc Pro B390 lists none in the database, which limits its AI acceleration capabilities in workloads that leverage Tensor Core instructions.

The FP16 comparison is more nuanced. The Arc Pro B390 achieves 15.36 TFLOPS FP16 with a 2:1 ratio, meaning it doubles its FP32 rate when operating in half precision. The RTX 4060 maintains 15.11 TFLOPS FP16 with a 1:1 ratio, meaning it does not gain any throughput advantage in half precision. This gives the Intel part a slight edge in FP16 peak throughput, approximately 1.7% higher, which could matter in workloads that exclusively use half-precision arithmetic.

Memory bandwidth is another clear differentiator. The RTX 4060 uses 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, achieving 272.0 GB/s. The Arc Pro B390 uses system shared memory with bandwidth described as system dependent, which places its effective bandwidth at the mercy of the host platform's memory subsystem. For a discrete GPU with dedicated VRAM, the NVIDIA part has a substantial and predictable bandwidth advantage, though the exact margin depends on the system memory configuration of the Intel platform.

Where Each One Wins

The RTX 4060 AD106 wins in every category where dedicated hardware resources translate directly to performance: raw FP32 compute, texture filtering, pixel filling, ray tracing, and memory bandwidth. The data shows it has twice the shading units, TMUs, and ROPs, plus double the RT cores. Its FP32 throughput is nearly twice that of the Arc Pro B390, and its memory bandwidth is fixed at 272.0 GB/s versus a system-dependent figure for the Intel part. For gaming, 3D rendering, and any workload that stresses the traditional graphics pipeline, the RTX 4060 holds a commanding lead based on the recorded specifications.

The Arc Pro B390 wins in specific efficiency and integration metrics. Its TDP is 80 W compared to 115 W for the RTX 4060, a 30.4% reduction in power draw. It is an IGP with no power connectors and a slot width of IGP, meaning it requires no additional power cabling and occupies no expansion slot. The RTX 4060 is a dual-slot card requiring a 1x 12-pin power connector and a 300 W suggested PSU. The Intel part also achieves a higher FP16 throughput of 15.36 TFLOPS versus 15.11 TFLOPS for the NVIDIA card, a narrow but measurable win in half-precision compute.

The Arc Pro B390 also uses a more advanced process node at 3 nm versus 5 nm for the RTX 4060. While this does not directly translate to performance, it indicates a denser transistor implementation, though the database lists the Intel transistor count and die size as unknown, making direct density comparisons impossible. The Intel part is also listed as Active in production status, while the RTX 4060 AD106 is End-of-life, which suggests availability considerations for system integrators.

For use cases, the RTX 4060 is the clear choice for any workload requiring sustained high-throughput graphics or compute. The Arc Pro B390 fits scenarios where low power consumption, minimal physical footprint, and integration into a portable device are the primary constraints. The display outputs for the Intel part are described as portable device dependent, while the RTX 4060 offers 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, making the NVIDIA card more suitable for multi-display desktop setups.

Architecture Differences

The two GPUs come from different architectural lineages. The Intel Arc Pro B390 uses the Xe3-LPG architecture on a Panther Lake chip, part of the Arc Graphics-WM generation. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 uses the Ada Lovelace architecture on the AD106 chip, part of the GeForce 40 series. The process nodes differ: Intel uses a 3 nm process from its own foundry, while NVIDIA uses a 5 nm process from TSMC.

The memory architecture is fundamentally different. The Arc Pro B390 has no dedicated VRAM; it uses system shared memory for both size and type, with the bus width also listed as system shared. This means the GPU relies on the host system's memory controller and DRAM configuration. The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus with a fixed 272.0 GB/s bandwidth. This dedicated memory architecture gives the NVIDIA part predictable performance characteristics independent of the host system.

The compute resources differ in both quantity and type. The RTX 4060 has 3072 shading units, 96 TMUs, 48 ROPs, 24 RT cores, and 96 tensor cores. The Arc Pro B390 has 1536 shading units, 48 TMUs, 24 ROPs, and 12 RT cores, with no tensor cores listed. The FP32 and FP16 ratios also differ: the Intel part uses a 2:1 FP16 ratio, doubling its FP32 rate for half-precision work, while the NVIDIA part uses a 1:1 ratio, indicating its FP16 units are the same throughput as FP32.

Power delivery and physical form factor are another major architectural distinction. The Arc Pro B390 is an IGP with no power connectors, an 80 W TDP, and a slot width of IGP. The RTX 4060 is a dual-slot discrete card with a 1x 12-pin power connector, a 115 W TDP, and a suggested PSU of 300 W. The bus interfaces also differ: the Intel part uses IGP, meaning it connects through the processor's integrated graphics path, while the NVIDIA card uses PCIe 4.0 x8.

The release timelines are distinct. The Arc Pro B390 has a release date of January 26, 2026, while the RTX 4060 AD106 was released on March 31, 2024. The Intel part's predecessor is HD Graphics-WM, while the NVIDIA card's predecessor is GeForce 30 and its successor is GeForce 50. The production status differs as well: Intel's part is Active, while NVIDIA's is End-of-life.

FAQ

Q: What is the FP32 performance difference between the two GPUs?

A: The RTX 4060 AD106 delivers 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 throughput, while the Arc Pro B390 delivers 7.680 TFLOPS. The NVIDIA part offers approximately 96.7% higher single-precision compute performance.

Q: Does the Arc Pro B390 have dedicated video memory?

A: No. The Arc Pro B390 uses system shared memory for its size, type, and bus width, with bandwidth described as system dependent. The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which GPU has better FP16 performance?

A: The Arc Pro B390 achieves 15.36 TFLOPS FP16 with a 2:1 ratio, while the RTX 4060 achieves 15.11 TFLOPS FP16 with a 1:1 ratio. The Intel part has a slight 1.7% advantage in FP16 peak throughput.

Q: What are the power requirements for each GPU?

A: The Arc Pro B390 has an 80 W TDP, no power connectors, and a slot width of IGP. The RTX 4060 has a 115 W TDP, requires a 1x 12-pin power connector, and has a suggested PSU of 300 W.

Q: Are both GPUs compatible with DirectX 12 Ultimate?

A: Yes, both the Arc Pro B390 and the RTX 4060 support DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: What is the production status of each GPU?

A: The Arc Pro B390 is listed as Active in production, while the RTX 4060 AD106 is listed as End-of-life. The RTX 4060's successor is GeForce 50.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Arc Pro B390 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 |

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

| Architecture | Xe3-LPG | Ada Lovelace |

| Process Node | 3 nm | 5 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Unknown | 22,900 million |

| Die Size | Unknown | 188 mm² |

| Transistor Density | Not listed | 121.8M / mm² |

| Base Clock | 300 MHz | 1830 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 2500 MHz | 2460 MHz |

| Memory Size | System Shared | 8 GB |

| Memory Type | System Shared | GDDR6 |

| Memory Bus Width | System Shared | 128 bit |

| Memory Bandwidth | System Dependent | 272.0 GB/s |

| Shading Units | 1536 | 3072 |

| TMUs | 48 | 96 |

| ROPs | 24 | 48 |

| RT Cores | 12 | 24 |

| Tensor Cores | Not listed | 96 |

| Pixel Rate | 60.00 GPixel/s | 118.1 GPixel/s |

| Texture Rate | 120.0 GTexel/s | 236.2 GTexel/s |

| FP32 | 7.680 TFLOPS | 15.11 TFLOPS |

| FP16 | 15.36 TFLOPS (2:1) | 15.11 TFLOPS (1:1) |

| TDP | 80 W | 115 W |

| Slot Width | IGP | Dual-slot |

| Power Connectors | None | 1x 12-pin |

| Suggested PSU | Not listed | 300 W |

| Bus Interface | IGP | PCIe 4.0 x8 |

| Display Outputs | Portable Device Dependent | 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a |

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

| Release Date | January 26, 2026 | March 31, 2024 |

| Predecessor | HD Graphics-WM | GeForce 30 |

| Successor | Not listed | GeForce 50 |

The Verdict

The recorded data points to two distinct product categories. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 AD106 is a discrete, dual-slot graphics card with dedicated 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 3072 shading units, and 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 performance. Its 272.0 GB/s memory bandwidth, 118.1 GPixel/s pixel rate, and 236.2 GTexel/s texture rate position it as a conventional mid-range GPU for desktop workloads that demand sustained high-throughput rendering and compute.

The Intel Arc Pro B390 is an integrated graphics processor with no dedicated memory, no power connectors, and an IGP slot width. Its 7.680 TFLOPS FP32, 60.00 GPixel/s pixel rate, and 120.0 GTexel/s texture rate are exactly half of the NVIDIA part's resources. The 80 W TDP and the absence of a power connector make it a low-power, space-constrained solution designed for portable devices where the system memory and cooling are shared with the host processor.

The data suggests that the RTX 4060 AD106 is the appropriate choice for users who need maximum graphics throughput, ray tracing capability with 24 RT cores, and the AI acceleration potential of 96 tensor cores. The Arc Pro B390 is appropriate for systems where integration, low power draw, and zero additional hardware requirements take priority over raw performance. Its higher FP16 throughput and more advanced 3 nm process node indicate a focus on efficiency rather than peak performance.

The production status difference is also notable. The RTX 4060 AD106 is end-of-life with a successor in the GeForce 50 series, while the Arc Pro B390 is active and newly released. This suggests that the Intel part represents a current-generation integrated solution, while the NVIDIA part is a previous-generation discrete card. For users selecting a GPU based on the recorded metrics, the RTX 4060 wins decisively on performance, while the Arc Pro B390 wins on integration and power efficiency.