If you are in the market for a graphics card for your PC build, check out the Intel Arc B580, a consumer desktop GPU based on the second-generation “Battlemage” Xe2 architecture that aims to deliver significant performance gains over the previous “Alchemist” generation. Right now, the ASRock Challenger Arc B580 12GB GDDR6 PCI Express 4.0 x8 ATX Graphics Card B580 CL 12GO is available for $289.99, down from $299.99 on Newegg. At this price, it"s one of the most affordable ways to get the 12GB version of this card.
The ASRock Challenger OS edition has a factory-overclocked core and dual-fan cooling. It features 12GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit interface. This is notable because much of the competition comes with just 8GB VRAM. The core clock speed comes in at 2740 MHz, and it uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface.
In regard to connectivity, this graphics card has one HDMI 2.1 port and three DisplayPort 2.1 outputs with support for Display Stream Compression (DSC). To connect this to your computer, you will need a single 8-pin power connector, and it is recommended that you use a 650W power supply.
The card features a compact dual-slot design with a 249 mm length, which ensures compatibility with most standard ATX or smaller chassis. The graphics card also features a metal backplate for structural rigidity and an LED indicator for aesthetic customization.
While gamers that buy this graphics card will see performance better than the NVIDIA RTX 4060 can deliver, creative professionals and streamers also benefit from the dual media transcoders and native AV1 encoding support. The 12GB VRAM is also a significant detail for entry-level video editing and local AI workloads.
This product comes with a 3-year limited warranty for parts and labor, and Newegg will let you get a refund or a replacement for 30 days, but there may be a 15% restocking fee.
ASRock Challenger Arc B580 12GB: $289.99 (Newegg)