Intel Arc B570 vs RTX 4070 Super specs comparison – how do they compare?
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The Intel Arc B570 has launched, and after the Intel Arc B580 outperformed the RTX 4060 and RX 7600 XT, the stage is set for the B570 to keep the momentum going. However, when it comes to more powerful GPUs like the RTX 4070 Super, which we've reviewed, can it go toe-to-toe with those?
To explore that question, we'll pit these two graphics cards against each other; however, since we haven't tested the Arc B570 yet and only have its specifications, we'll use those to see how different it is from the RTX 4070 Super.
We'll, of course, take the Intel Arc B570 through our testing lab and update this article with our findings. You'll find the performance benchmarks of the RTX 4070 Super here, so check back with us soon for the B570's performance metrics as well.
Specs comparison
Here are some of the specifications of the Intel Arc B570 and the RTX 4070 Super.
| Specifications | Intel Arc B570 | RTX 4070 Super |
| Cores | 18 | 7168 |
| Graphics clock | 2500 MHz | 1980 MHz |
| Memory | 10GB GDDR6 | 12GB GDDR6X |
| Memory interface | 160-bit | 192-bit |
| Bandwidth | 380 GB/s | 504.2 GB/s |
| PCIe configuration | PCI Express 4.0 x8 | PCI Express 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 150W | 220W |
| Release date | January 16, 2025 | January 8th, 2024 |
Memory
One of the major differences between these graphics cards is the VRAM capacity. The Intel Arc B570 has 10GB GDDR6 VRAM, while the RTX 4070 Super has 12GB GDDR6X VRAM. So, on top of having a faster memory type, the 4070 Super has 2 GB extra VRAM.
GDDR6 has a maximum speed of 16 GB/s, while GDDR6X tops out at 24 GB/s. This means that the 4070 Super can process more data faster than the Arc B570, meaning it should have a better performance.
12GB VRAM is considered too low for 4K gaming; however, in our RTX 4070 Super review, it managed to run Assassin's Creed Mirage and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora in 4K native with 74 and 60 FPS, respectively. So, the Arc B570 has to go above and beyond to match the performance of the RTX 4070 Super.
Core and clock speed
The cores of these GPUs can't be directly compared as they are based on different architectures. The RTX 4070 Super is based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, while the B570 is based on the Xe2 architecture.
The B570 has 18 cores while the 4070 Super has 7168, and at first thought, the latter’s overwhelming number makes it seem like it has the upper hand. However, in our Intel Arc B580 review, the RTX 4060 had 3,072 CUDA cores compared to the B580's 20 cores, and the latter outperformed the former by a good margin and even pushed 4K in some titles.
In addition, the B570 has a graphics clock of 2,500 MHz, while the 4070 Super has 1980 MHz. This means that the B570 executes 2.5 billion instructions per clock cycle, while the 4070 Super can handle 1.9 billion instructions. However, the GPUs can be overclocked to increase the clock speeds.
So, in this domain, we can't be sure which card has the upper hand till we've tested the B570 in-house and experienced its real-world performance. That being said, the odds are in RTX 4070 Super's favor.
PCIe configuration
These two GPUs have different PCIe configurations. The RTX 4070 Super features PCI Express 4.0 x16, while the Intel Arc B570 has a PCI Express 4.0 x8 setup. So, the RTX 4070 Super can access all 16 lanes of the PCIe slot for better connections, meaning more efficient data transfer than the Arc B570.
In addition, the 4070 Super has a 192-bit connection compared to the 160-bit connection of the Arc B570. So, it has the upper hand in terms of the fundamental connection to the motherboard, which should give it a much better performance in gaming and other tasks.
Features
The Intel Arc B570 features XeSS Super Resolution, Frame Generation, and Low Latency. On the other hand, the RTX 4070 Super has DLSS 3.5 and Nvidia Reflex and will get DLSS 4 and Reflex 2. So, it might have better performance with those technologies in two, and overall, the performance delta between these graphics cards should remain the same.
Intel Arc B570 vs. RTX 4070 Super – price comparison
The Intel Arc B570 has a price tag of $219, while the RTX 4070 Super, according to Nvidia starts from $549. However, third-party variants cost more, like the ASUS TUF Gaming RTX 4070 Super OC Edition we reviewed, which is listed on Amazon for $689.99. So, we can expect the Intel Arc B570 variants to be listed slightly higher than its MSRP.
Final word
The RTX 4070 Super is a solid mid-range card that can target 4K, but the Intel Arc B570 can most likely only push 1440p at best. So, these cards target different brackets, and both have a place on the market for people with different budgets and use cases.
However, the price difference between the two is a lot and if you can game at 2K with good in-game settings for $219, the Intel Arc B570 has better value. Also, like the B580, it might also be able to push 4K in some titles, but we'll know that for sure when we get our hands on it, so check back with us for the best and latest.
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