Intel Announces Launch of Next-Gen Arc “Battlemage” GPUs, Unveiling Scheduled for December 3

Intel has dropped a big piece of news, confirming the arrival of its next-generation Arc Battlemage graphics cards with a dedicated showcase scheduled for December 3rd.

## Intel to Reveal Select “Battlemage” Models at Upcoming Event, Likely Including Arc B580 and B570 GPUs

The buzz surrounding Intel’s Battlemage models might soon settle as the company is set to lift the curtain during an event next week. Though initially, whispers suggested that Intel’s new GPU lineup would arrive by the first quarter of 2025, it seems plans have shifted forward, landing the reveal in December—a surprising yet intriguing maneuver by Intel.

A recent tweet from Intel Gaming hinted at something significant without giving much away, but it strongly suggests the introduction of the Arc “Battlemage” B580 and B570 GPUs, which succeed their earlier Arc series. The B580, based on what we’ve gathered, will feature 160 Compute Units (CUs) or about 20 Xe Cores. It’s coupled with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory using a 192-bit memory bus, positioning it in the mid-tier market segment. With a max boost clock speed of 2.8 GHz, supported by two 8-pin power connectors, it’s rumored to be priced at around $250 to $260.

### Key Specifications of Intel’s Arc Battlemage B580:

– 12GB 192-bit GDDR6
– Battlemage BMG-G21 GPU with 20 Xe Cores
– Built on Intel Xe2-HPG Architecture
– Max Boost Clocks reaching 2850 MHz
– Integrated with Intel Xe Super Sampling (XeSS)
– Includes Intel Xe Matrix Extensions (XMX)

Details on the Arc B570 are still quite limited, but it’s anticipated to share similar performance characteristics with the B580, albeit with some variations likely in Xe core numbers. Intel originally planned to release just two models, but it’s quite possible the company will expand the lineup based on market feedback. It’s also noteworthy that the Arc Battlemage B580 will launch with a “Limited Edition” model, receiving special focus in the review embargoes.

Additionally, we anticipate a comprehensive overview of Intel’s strategy for the Battlemage discrete GPUs and their commitment to this critical segment of the PC market. As always, keep your eyes peeled for more updates on Intel’s Battlemage desktop GPU lineup.

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