The price of Intel’s Arc B580 “Battlemage” graphics card has been leaked, with models based on its architecture expected to retail around $250 USD. However, the final price may vary depending on the manufacturer and the specific product line. For instance, an ASRock Steel Legend variant could be priced higher than a Challenger model, based on previous trends.
Alongside the pricing information, the Intel Arc B580 specifications were also revealed through a Geekbench leak. The GPU is expected to feature 160 compute units, 20 Xe2 cores, 12 GB of VRAM, and a 2.85 GHz frequency. While the high compute unit count is impressive, the overall performance, memory, and core specifications place the B580 in the “mid-range” category, making it a solid option for gamers who don’t need ultra-high-end performance.
It’s also worth noting that many AAA PC games typically require 16 GB of RAM to run optimally, which may limit the B580’s effectiveness with some of the latest titles. For users looking to play the most demanding games, Intel may introduce higher-end models like the B770 or B780, which are expected to better handle these needs.
Despite these leaks, Intel has not officially confirmed whether the price or specifications of the Arc B580 will match what has been reported, and the final retail version could differ when it hits the market.
Launch of Intel Arc “Battlemage” GPUs
While Intel has yet to make an official announcement, everything suggests that the launch of the Arc “Battlemage” desktop graphics cards is imminent. Multiple rumors are pointing to a December launch, aligning with previous statements from Intel executives who mentioned plans to release the cards by the end of the year.
With an event already scheduled for December, it’s likely that Intel will make the official announcement early in the month, strategically positioning the launch just in time for the holiday season.
This timing is particularly crucial for Intel, as it seeks to avoid competing directly with the upcoming releases from NVIDIA and AMD. Both companies are expected to unveil their next-generation GPUs — the GeForce RTX 50 series and Radeon RX 8000 series, respectively — during CES 2025 in January. Intel’s decision to launch its new products before the year ends would help it secure some market attention before these heavy-hitters take center stage.
