The GPU Radar

Intel Arc B770vsAMD RX 9060 XT

Intel Arc in the mix: Intel Arc is a strong value option with a smaller driver ecosystem — ideal for rasterized gaming, less proven for professional and AI workloads.
Intel Arc B770
Buy/Wait:Buy

First-generation product — recently released, still early days

Best for: Gamers interested in Intel's ecosystem who want a 1440p high-end card with 16GB VRAM at a competitive price.

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AMD RX 9060 XT
Buy/Wait:Buy

First-generation product — recently released, still early days

Best for: Mid-range 1440p gamers who want 16GB VRAM without paying high-end prices.

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Intel Arc B770AMD RX 9060 XT
TierHigh-endMid-range
GenerationArc BattlemageRX 9000
VRAM16 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
TDP250W150W
UpscalingXeSSFSR4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$449$349
ReleasedMar 15, 2026Sep 15, 2025
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Cycle adviceBuyBuy
Deals adviceCautionCaution
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Why buy each?

Intel Arc B770

16GB GDDR6 at ~$449

Intel continues to offer more VRAM per dollar than NVIDIA.

XeSS 2.0

Expected improvements to Intel's AI upscaler.

Improved Battlemage architecture

Higher-tier Battlemage silicon with more cores.

AMD RX 9060 XT

16GB at mid-range pricing

AMD continues to offer more VRAM per dollar than NVIDIA at every tier.

FSR 4

ML-powered upscaling at the mid-range price point.

~150W TDP

Ultra-efficient — no PSU upgrade needed for most builds.