ASRock's custom Intel Arc B580 GPUs are now available for pre-order on Newegg, with shipping expected to begin on December 13th. This follows Intel's recent unveiling of the Battlemage GPU series, with the Arc B580 as the first card in the lineup.
Pricing and Availability
The ASRock Steel Legend Arc B580 is priced at $269.99, while the Challenger Arc B580 is available for $259.99. Both cards are listed on Newegg and can be pre-ordered now.
Steel Legend vs. Challenger
While both cards share the same core specifications, there are some key differences:
- Clock Speeds: The Steel Legend boasts a higher boost clock of 2800 MHz, compared to 2740 MHz for the Challenger.
- Cooling and Power: The Steel Legend features a triple-fan cooler and dual 8-pin power connectors, designed for superior overclocking. The Challenger has a dual-fan design and a single 8-pin connector.
Value Proposition
The Arc B580 targets the budget PC market and stands out with its 12GB of VRAM, surpassing the 8GB offered by similarly priced competitors from NVIDIA (RTX 4060) and AMD (RX 7600).
The official retail launch of the Intel Arc B580 is set for December 12th worldwide, with AIB partner cards following on December 13th.