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Intel Arc B580 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060: Comparison
What is the difference between Intel Arc B580 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060?
The gap that matters here is vram: Intel Arc B580 12 GB against NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8 GB, which puts Intel Arc B580 33% ahead. Measured rather than claimed: in Blender Cycles (GPU) the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 returns 3,681 against 2,373 over 372 runs, a 36% lead. Tdp runs the same way, 190 W on the Intel Arc B580 versus 145 W on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, another win for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060. Memory bus width runs the same way, 192 bit on the Intel Arc B580 versus 128 bit on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, another win for Intel Arc B580.
Which should you buy, Intel Arc B580 or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060?
Take the Intel Arc B580 for budget-conscious 1080p and light 1440p builds wanting genuine 12GB VRAM headroom without an 8GB ceiling. It is not the one for buyers specifically needing NVIDIA's CUDA ecosystem or the most mature ray tracing software support, that remains NVIDIA's stronger position across the current lineup. Buy the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 for first-time builders on a tight GPU budget. It is equally the pick for 1080p budget builds that still want DLSS and ray tracing support. It is the wrong buy for 1440p gaming, the 5060 Ti 16GB is a smarter buy if you can afford it.
Which is cheaper, Intel Arc B580 or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060?
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 asks 20% more, $299 against $249 for the Intel Arc B580.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Intel Arc B580 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 differ on memory bandwidth?
Yes. Memory Bandwidth reads 456 GB/s on the Intel Arc B580 versus 448 GB/s on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060.
Is the Tier the same on the Intel Arc B580 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060?
It is. Both are listed at Entry, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Which is cheaper, Intel Arc B580 or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060?
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 asks 20% more, $299 against $249 for the Intel Arc B580.
Specs and benchmarks
GPU Brand
- Intel Arc B580
- Intel
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- NVIDIA
GPU Model
- Intel Arc B580
- Arc B580
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- GeForce RTX 5060
Series
- Intel Arc B580
- Arc B-Series
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- Blackwell
Board Partner
- Intel Arc B580
- Reference
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- Reference/Founders Edition
VRAM
- Intel Arc B580
- 12 GBBest
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- 8 GB-33%
Tier
- Intel Arc B580
- Entry
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- Entry
Memory Type
- Intel Arc B580
- GDDR6
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- GDDR7Best
Boost Clock
- Intel Arc B580
- 2670 MHzBest
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- 2497 MHz-6%
Ray Tracing Support
- Intel Arc B580
- Yes
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- Yes
TDP
- Intel Arc B580
- 190 W-31%
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- 145 WBest
Architecture
- Intel Arc B580
- Xe2 Battlemage
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- Blackwell
Memory Bus Width
- Intel Arc B580
- 192 bitBest
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- 128 bit-33%
Memory Bandwidth
- Intel Arc B580
- 456 GB/sBest
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- 448 GB/s-2%
Recommended PSU
- Intel Arc B580
- 600 W
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- Plays nicely with modest PSUs and smaller cases
MSRP
- Intel Arc B580
- $249
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- $299
Benchmarks
- 3D Rendering
Blender Cycles (GPU)
- Intel Arc B580
- 2,373-36%
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
- 3,681Best
Blender 4.5, Blender Open Data (CC0). Median of monster + junkshop + classroom, combined samples/min.
Renders a 3D scene on the graphics card. Shows speed in Blender and similar 3D apps, not in games.
Which one should you pick?
Choose Intel Arc B580 if you want the higher VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB), the higher boost clock (2670 MHz vs 2497 MHz) and the higher memory bus width (192 bit vs 128 bit).
Choose NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 if you want the lower TDP (145 W vs 190 W) and the higher blender cycles (GPU) (3,681 vs 2,373).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Intel Arc B580 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $249.00 View on Consumercarts listing | $299.00 View on Consumercarts listing |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Intel Arc B580
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A credible budget pick, 12GB VRAM sidesteps the 8GB ceiling, with modern features and forgiving power needs at a genuine $249 MSRP.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The true entry point into Blackwell, DLSS and ray tracing at $299, but the 8GB of VRAM means the 5060 Ti 16GB is the smarter long-term buy if the budget stretches.