Arc B580 vs RTX 4060
Intel brings the Arc B580; NVIDIA answers with the RTX 4060. Both play in the entry-level graphics card class. On balance, the Arc B580 is the stronger package: it leads in 1 out of 2 areas, most clearly in memory. That $50 launch price gap between the RTX 4060 and the Arc B580 will shape the verdict as much as any spec.
At a glance
- Memory Arc B580 wins
- Power & Thermals RTX 4060 wins
- Price Arc B580 wins
- GPU & Performance1.8
- Memory10.0
- GPU & Performance3.1
- Memory0.0
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The Arc B580 has 4 GB more VRAM
Here the Arc B580 pulls well ahead of the RTX 4060, with 12 GB compared to 8 GB. At high resolutions or with texture packs, running out of VRAM can hurt more than a small speed gap.
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The RTX 4060 has 75 W lower board power
The RTX 4060 doesn’t just edge this one; 115 W against 190 W is a lead you’ll feel. Higher board power often comes with higher performance, so the Arc B580’s appetite may be part of the price of its speed.
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The Arc B580 has 68% more memory bandwidth
Big gap, real consequences. The Arc B580’s 456 GB/s versus the RTX 4060’s 272 GB/s changes how the two compare in daily use. Bandwidth needs vary by architecture, so compare it alongside VRAM and cache rather than on its own.
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The Arc B580 has a wider 192-bit memory bus
The RTX 4060 is clearly behind on memory bus (128-bit against 192-bit), and that’s one of its biggest weak spots in this matchup. The Arc B580’s wider bus supports higher bandwidth, which helps most at high resolutions.
Design & Size
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | Arc B580 | RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 10.71 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Slot width | 2 slots | N/A (not specified) |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 2.1, 1x HDMI 2.1a | N/A (not specified) |
GPU & Performance
There isn’t a number to compare on gpu & performance, just names. Look at the rows below to see how the Arc B580 and the RTX 4060 differ.
Memory
Arc B580 leads
The memory numbers point firmly in one direction: toward the Arc B580. The Arc B580 has the edge with 4 GB more VRAM. More VRAM lets the card hold higher-resolution textures and bigger scenes without stutter. The memory verdict goes to the Arc B580.
VRAM
Arc B580: 12 GB RTX 4060: 8 GB Newer games tend to ask for more video memory, so the Arc B580’s extra VRAM helps the card age better.
Memory bandwidth
Arc B580: 456 GB/s RTX 4060: 272 GB/s Memory bandwidth decides how quickly the GPU can feed itself with data, which matters most at 1440p and 4K.
Features
Nothing to tally in the features section, but plenty to read. The table lists what the Arc B580 and the RTX 4060 each use.
Power & Thermals
RTX 4060 leads
Few areas are as clear-cut as this one: the RTX 4060 leads the power & thermals section with room to spare. The RTX 4060 adds 75 W lower board power. Lower board power means less heat, quieter cooling and a smaller impact on your electricity bill. For power & thermals, the RTX 4060 is the one to beat.
Total board power
Arc B580: 190 W RTX 4060: 115 W The RTX 4060 draws less power, which makes it easier to cool in compact cases.
Full Specifications
GPU & Performance
| Spec | Arc B580 | RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Xe2 (Battlemage) | Ada Lovelace |
| GPU die | BMG-G21 | AD107 |
| Process | TSMC N5 | TSMC 4N |
| Shader units | 2,560 | 3,072 |
| Ray tracing units | 20 | 24 |
| Base clock | N/A (not specified) | 1,830 MHz Lowest base clock |
| Boost clock | 2,670 MHz Highest boost clock | 2,460 MHz Lowest boost clock |
| FP32 computeTheoretical peak; AMD counts dual-issue, so compare within a brand only | 13.7 TFLOPS | 15.1 TFLOPS |
Memory
| Spec | Arc B580 | RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12 GB (winner) Most VRAM in class | 8 GB |
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | 192-bit (winner) Widest memory bus | 128-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 456 GB/s (winner) Most memory bandwidth | 272 GB/s Least memory bandwidth |
Features
| Spec | Arc B580 | RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling | XeSS 2 Super Resolution | DLSS Super Resolution |
| Frame generation | XeSS 2 Frame Generation | DLSS Frame Generation (2x) |
| PCIe interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
Power & Thermals
| Spec | Arc B580 | RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Total board power | 190 W Most power-hungry in class | 115 W (winner) Lowest power draw in class |
| Recommended PSU | N/A (not specified) | 300 W |
| Power connector | 1x 8-pin | N/A (not specified) |
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | Arc B580 | RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 10.71 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Slot width | 2 slots | N/A (not specified) |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 2.1, 1x HDMI 2.1a | N/A (not specified) |
Price
| Spec | Arc B580 | RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price (MSRP) | $249 (winner) | $299 |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Price & Value
The Arc B580 launched at $50 less than the RTX 4060, a gap of 20%. The RTX 4060 costs $50 more yet trails the Arc B580 in more areas than it leads.
Launch prices in the US as of December 2024; street prices move, so check before you buy.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Arc B580 if…
- you play at high resolutions with high-quality textures (12 GB vs 8 GB VRAM)
- you want more memory bandwidth (456 GB/s vs 272 GB/s)
- you want the wider memory bus (192-bit vs 128-bit)
- you want the lower price and can live with the trade-offs ($50 less)
Choose the RTX 4060 if…
- you care about your power bill and a quieter case (115 W vs 190 W)
- you already use other NVIDIA products
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the Arc B580 or the RTX 4060?
We’d point most buyers to the Arc B580. The main exception is if you care more about 75 W lower board power than anything else.
Which is faster, the Arc B580 or the RTX 4060?
Performance is driven by Xe2 (Battlemage) in the Arc B580 and Ada Lovelace in the RTX 4060; the spec table below shows the rest of the hardware.
Which costs less, the Arc B580 or the RTX 4060?
The RTX 4060 launched at $50 more than the Arc B580, based on prices as of December 2024.
Executive Summary
Let me cut through the brand noise around the Arc B580 and the RTX 4060. The Arc B580 has 4 GB more VRAM, and for most people that’s not a small thing. Stack a wider 192-bit memory bus on top of that, and the Arc B580’s lead grows. Still, if you care most about 75 W lower board power, the RTX 4060 deserves a look.
A quick self-test: do you care more about memory or power & thermals? The first answer means the Arc B580, the second means the RTX 4060.
My pick: the Arc B580, unless you need 75 W lower board power, which only the RTX 4060 offers, in which case the RTX 4060 earns its place.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.