Intel Data Center GPU Max 1350 vs NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell Workstation Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Data Center GPU Max 1350 and the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell Workstation target entirely different workloads, and the recorded specifications make that split clear. The Intel part is built around a massive 1280 mm² die with 100,000 million transistors, 96 GB of HBM2e memory on an 8192-bit bus, and 14,336 shading units. That configuration is designed for compute-heavy, memory-capacity-bound workloads where data residency and raw throughput matter more than rasterization or display output. It has no display outputs at all, a pixel rate of 0 MPixel/s, and zero ROPs, which means it is not intended for any form of traditional graphics rendering to a screen.

The NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell, in contrast, is a workstation card in the conventional sense. It uses a 378 mm² die with 45,600 million transistors, 32 GB of GDDR7 on a 256-bit bus, 10,496 shading units, 112 ROPs, and 82 RT cores. It delivers 269.6 GPixel/s pixel throughput and supports four DisplayPort 2.1b outputs, making it suitable for viewport rendering, ray tracing, and professional visualization tasks. The data shows a clear division: Intel wins on raw memory bandwidth, memory capacity, and raw FP32/FP16 compute throughput per chip, while NVIDIA wins on practical workstation features like display output, rasterization, and power efficiency.

For workloads that fit within 32 GB of memory, the RTX PRO 4500 delivers competitive compute performance at a fraction of the power draw. For workloads that require more than 32 GB of resident data, the Intel Max 1350's 96 GB pool and 2.46 TB/s bandwidth are decisive advantages, assuming the software can use the OAM module form factor and does not need display output. The head-to-head benchmark data in the database shows no recorded wins for either side, so the analysis relies entirely on the architectural and specification differences.

Architecture Differences

The two GPUs come from different foundries and process nodes. Intel uses its own 10 nm process for the Ponte Vecchio chip, while NVIDIA uses TSMC's 5 nm process for the GB203 chip. The transistor density figures reflect this: Intel packs 78.1 million transistors per mm², while NVIDIA achieves 120.6 million per mm². That density advantage allows NVIDIA to fit 45,600 million transistors into a 378 mm² die, whereas Intel requires 1280 mm² for 100,000 million transistors.

The memory architectures are fundamentally different. The Intel card uses HBM2e with a 2.4 Gbps effective data rate across an 8192-bit bus, yielding 2.46 TB/s of bandwidth. The NVIDIA card uses GDDR7 at 28 Gbps effective across a 256-bit bus, yielding 896.0 GB/s. The Intel part's bandwidth advantage is roughly 2.7 times that of the NVIDIA card, but the NVIDIA card has a much simpler memory subsystem that is easier to cool and integrate into a dual-slot form factor.

The compute configurations differ in scale. Intel has 14,336 shading units, 896 TMUs, and 112 RT cores, but no ROPs. NVIDIA has 10,496 shading units, 328 TMUs, 112 ROPs, and 82 RT cores. NVIDIA also has 328 tensor cores, which are absent from the Intel specification sheet. The texture rates are 1,388.8 GTexel/s for Intel versus 789.5 GTexel/s for NVIDIA. The FP32 and FP16 throughput figures are 44.44 TFLOPS for Intel versus 50.53 TFLOPS for NVIDIA, both at 1:1 ratio.

The API support differs as well. Intel supports DirectX 12 (12_1) and OpenGL 4.6, with no Vulkan entry. NVIDIA supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The power envelope is stark: Intel draws 450 W with a suggested 850 W PSU, while NVIDIA draws 200 W with a suggested 550 W PSU. The physical formats also differ: Intel is an OAM Module, while NVIDIA is a dual-slot card measuring 267 mm by 111 mm by 40 mm, with a single 16-pin power connector.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no head-to-head benchmark results between these two GPUs. With zero wins on either side and an empty benchmark array, the quantitative comparison must come from the specification-derived performance indicators.

The most significant advantage for Intel is memory bandwidth. At 2.46 TB/s versus 896.0 GB/s, the Intel part provides roughly 2.7 times the bandwidth. For memory-bound workloads such as large language model inference, scientific simulation, or data processing that exceeds the NVIDIA card's 32 GB capacity, this bandwidth advantage is substantial. The 96 GB capacity also allows the Intel card to hold datasets that simply cannot fit on the NVIDIA card at all.

The NVIDIA card counters with higher raw compute throughput. Its 50.53 TFLOPS FP32 and FP16 figures exceed Intel's 44.44 TFLOPS by approximately 14%. That advantage applies to compute workloads that fit within the 32 GB memory limit. The NVIDIA card also delivers 269.6 GPixel/s versus Intel's 0 MPixel/s, which is a decisive advantage for any workload that requires rasterization or display output.

The texture throughput favors Intel at 1,388.8 GTexel/s versus 789.5 GTexel/s, an advantage of about 76%. The shading unit count also favors Intel at 14,336 versus 10,496. However, the NVIDIA card has a much higher boost clock at 2407 MHz versus Intel's 1550 MHz, which helps close the gap in per-core efficiency.

Power efficiency is a major differentiator. The NVIDIA card delivers higher FP32 throughput at 200 W, while the Intel card delivers lower throughput at 450 W. The data shows NVIDIA at 0.25 TFLOPS per watt (50.53 / 200) versus Intel at 0.099 TFLOPS per watt (44.44 / 450). That is roughly 2.5 times the efficiency for the NVIDIA part on a per-watt basis.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU has more memory?

A: The Intel Data Center GPU Max 1350 has 96 GB of HBM2e, while the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell has 32 GB of GDDR7. The Intel card also has a much wider 8192-bit bus versus the NVIDIA card's 256-bit bus.

Q: Which GPU has higher FP32 compute throughput?

A: The NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 delivers 50.53 TFLOPS FP32, which is higher than the Intel Data Center GPU Max 1350's 44.44 TFLOPS. Both figures represent a 1:1 FP32 to FP16 ratio.

Q: Can either card output to a display?

A: Only the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 has display outputs, with four DisplayPort 2.1b connectors. The Intel Data Center GPU Max 1350 has no display outputs and a pixel rate of 0 MPixel/s.

Q: What are the power requirements for each card?

A: The Intel card has a TDP of 450 W and a suggested PSU of 850 W. The NVIDIA card has a TDP of 200 W and a suggested PSU of 550 W. The NVIDIA card uses a single 16-pin power connector.

Q: What API support do these GPUs provide?

A: The Intel card supports DirectX 12 (12_1) and OpenGL 4.6, with no Vulkan entry. The NVIDIA card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: Which GPU is physically larger?

A: The Intel card is an OAM Module with no listed dimensions. The NVIDIA card is a dual-slot unit measuring 267 mm in length, 111 mm in height, and 40 mm in width.

The Verdict

The data indicates two different tools for two different jobs. The Intel Data Center GPU Max 1350 is a specialized compute accelerator for memory-capacity-bound workloads. Its 96 GB of HBM2e and 2.46 TB/s bandwidth are unmatched by the NVIDIA card, and its 44.44 TFLOPS of FP32 throughput is respectable even if slightly lower than the rival. The lack of display outputs, zero ROPs, and OAM form factor confirm that this card belongs in a server rack, not a desktop workstation.

The NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell is the more versatile workstation product. It offers higher FP32 compute at 50.53 TFLOPS, full display output, rasterization capability, ray tracing with 82 RT cores, tensor cores, and a far more efficient 200 W power envelope. Its 32 GB of GDDR7 memory is sufficient for many professional workflows, and its dual-slot PCIe form factor makes it easy to install in a standard workstation chassis.

For users who need to process datasets larger than 32 GB, the Intel card is the only option between these two. For users who need a general-purpose workstation GPU that can render to a display, accelerate ray tracing, and run compute workloads within a 32 GB memory footprint, the NVIDIA card is clearly the better fit. The choice comes down to memory capacity versus practical workstation features, and the data does not suggest that either card can substitute for the other.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Data Center GPU Max 1350 | NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell |

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

| Chip | Ponte Vecchio | GB203 |

| Architecture | Generation 12.5 | Blackwell 2.0 |

| Process Node | 10 nm (Intel) | 5 nm (TSMC) |

| Transistors | 100,000 million | 45,600 million |

| Die Size | 1280 mm² | 378 mm² |

| Transistor Density | 78.1M / mm² | 120.6M / mm² |

| Base Clock | 750 MHz | 1635 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 1550 MHz | 2407 MHz |

| Memory Size | 96 GB | 32 GB |

| Memory Type | HBM2e | GDDR7 |

| Memory Bus Width | 8192 bit | 256 bit |

| Memory Bandwidth | 2.46 TB/s | 896.0 GB/s |

| Shading Units | 14,336 | 10,496 |

| TMUs | 896 | 328 |

| ROPs | 0 | 112 |

| RT Cores | 112 | 82 |

| Tensor Cores | Not listed | 328 |

| Pixel Rate | 0 MPixel/s | 269.6 GPixel/s |

| Texture Rate | 1,388.8 GTexel/s | 789.5 GTexel/s |

| FP32 | 44.44 TFLOPS | 50.53 TFLOPS |

| FP16 | 44.44 TFLOPS (1:1) | 50.53 TFLOPS (1:1) |

| TDP | 450 W | 200 W |

| Slot Width | OAM Module | Dual-slot |

| Power Connectors | Not listed | 1x 16-pin |

| Suggested PSU | 850 W | 550 W |

| Bus Interface | PCIe 5.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |

| Display Outputs | No outputs | 4x DisplayPort 2.1b |

| DirectX Support | 12 (12_1) | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |

| OpenGL Support | 4.6 | 4.6 |

| Vulkan Support | Not listed | 1.4 |

| Release Date | 2023-01-09 | 2025-03-17 |

| Successor | H3C Graphics | Not listed |