Intel is set to launch the first discrete graphics on desktop packing Intel’s Battlemage architecture, the Arc B580.
Intel is fulfilling AMD’s traditional role in the GPU market, serving as a counterweight to rising prices on budget GPUs from AMD and Nvidia.
With its 12GB VRAM capacity, Intel's new B580 and B570 GPUs address the problem of modern gaming experience with limited VRAM capacity.
Intel had many issues with its earlier drivers and software, which are now (mostly) behind Intel. Today, DirectX 9 performance is on-par with DirectX 11.
Intel is taking precautions to avoid heavy driver issues and ensure more VRAM storage than traditional GPUs.
The upcoming B580 GPU will prove a compelling option to Nvidia and AMD’s offerings at prices around $250 with compelling performance claims.
Intel's success is directly attributed to driver updates, which are necessary to stay competitive against AMD and Nvidia.
It’s a card you should definitely keep an eye on, and possible that Intel may have cards reaching the $250 mark throughout.
Intel's ARC GPUs are a proof of the changing tide of the graphics card market.
Intel's improving graphics cards and drivers direct counterweights for the rising prices on budget GPUs from AMD and Nvidia manufacturers.