Intel to reportedly launch Arc Battlemage for desktops in December

Intel has confirmed to its partners that the Arc Battlemage series will be officially announced next week, with a release coming later in December. The B580 and B570 will be the first graphics cards of the series to be released, but more are expected to come later.

According to VideoCardz, Intel will officially unveil the Battlemage lineup and its new Xe2-HPG architecture on December 3rd. The initial launch will focus on two models, the Arc B580 and the Arc B570, both aimed at the budget-friendly GPU segment.

Intel will also be releasing its own Limited Edition version of the B580, often considered the reference design. Reviews for this card are expected to go live on December 12th, coinciding with its official launch. Interestingly, Intel plans to separate the review embargoes for its Limited Edition and custom designs from board partners (AIBs). Reviews for AIB models are scheduled to drop a day later, on December 13th.

While specific details about the B580 and B570 remain under wraps, leaks suggest that the B580 will boast 20 Xe2-Cores, while the B570 will pack 18 Xe2-Cores. We expect Intel to confirm these specifications and reveal more information about pricing and performance during the official announcement.

It's still unclear whether Intel plans to launch lower- or higher-end Battlemage GPUs alongside the B580 and B570. However, with Nvidia and AMD also gearing up to release new GPUs in early 2025, Intel might have a few surprises up its sleeve to capture the attention of budget-conscious gamers.

KitGuru says: Do you think Intel's new Battlemage desktop GPUs will disrupt the lower-end segment of the GPU market? How do you think these two new Intel GPUs will compare to AMD's and Nvidia's current lower-end GPUs?

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