Intel Arc A730M vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB)
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) has 64% better performance than the Arc A730M for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) has 73% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT.
Summary
About the Intel Arc A730M GPU
The Intel Arc A730M is a mobile graphics card that launched in 2022. It is built on the Generation 12.7 GPU microarchitecture (codename DG2-512) and is manufactured on a 6 nm process.
Memory
The Arc A730M has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory, with a 1,750 MHz memory clock and a 192 bit interface. This gives it a memory bandwidth of 336 Gb/s, which affects how fast it can transfer data to and from memory. GPU memory stores temporary data that helps the GPU with complex math and graphics operations. More memory is generally better, as not having enough can cause performance bottlenecks.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Arc A730M includes 3,072 shading units, the processing units for handling parallel computing tasks. The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 1,100 MHz and can dynamically boost its clock speed up to 2,050 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 192 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 96 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing. Additionally, the GPU features 384 Xe Matrix Extensions (XMX) optimized for AI workloads and 24 ray tracing units dedicated to real-time ray tracing calculations.
Compatibility & Power Consumption
The GPU has a thermal design power (TDP) of 80 W. A power supply not strong enough to handle this might result in system crashes and potentially damage your hardware.
Benchmark Performance
The Arc A730M has the 96th best 3DMark 11 Performance GPU score among the 567 benchmarked GPUs in our database. It achieves 22.46% of the performance of the best benchmarked GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090.
About the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) GPU
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) is a desktop graphics card that launched in Q2 2023 with a MSRP of $399. It is built on the Ada Lovelace GPU microarchitecture (codename AD106) and is manufactured on a 5 nm process.
Memory
The RTX 4060 Ti has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, with a 2,250 MHz memory clock and a 128 bit interface. This gives it a memory bandwidth of 288 Gb/s, which affects how fast it can transfer data to and from memory. GPU memory stores temporary data that helps the GPU with complex math and graphics operations. More memory is generally better, as not having enough can cause performance bottlenecks.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The RTX 4060 Ti includes 4,352 CUDA cores, the processing units for handling parallel computing tasks. The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 2,310 MHz and can dynamically boost its clock speed up to 2,535 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 136 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 48 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing. Additionally, the GPU features 136 tensor cores optimized for AI-accelerated workloads and 34 RT cores dedicated to real-time ray tracing calculations.
Compatibility & Power Consumption
The RTX 4060 Ti occupies 2 PCIe expansion slots. It supports HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4a display connections. NVIDIA recommends a power supply of at least 450 W to handle the GPU's thermal design power (TDP) of 160 W.
Benchmark Performance & Value
The RTX 4060 Ti has the 38th best 3DMark 11 Performance GPU score among the 567 benchmarked GPUs in our database. It achieves 36.84% of the performance of the best benchmarked GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. Its 47,803 score and $399 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 119.81. This is the 13th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
General Info
General overview of the GPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Arc A730M | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| Architecture | Generation 12.7 | Ada Lovelace |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |
| Release Date | 2022 | Q2 2023 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | -- | $399 |
| Production Status | Active | Active |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Gaming Performance
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FPS Benchmarks
This table showcases the average frame rate (FPS) achieved both GPUs in at various resolutions. Frame rate is a crucial indicator of how smoothly the GPU can run the game. A higher FPS generally translates to a smoother gameplay experience.
- Frames Per Second
Star Wars Outlaws | Arc A730M | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Low - 1080p | -- | -- |
| Medium - 1080p | -- | -- |
| High - 1080p | -- | -- |
| Ultra - 1080p | -- | 51 FPS |
| QHD - 1440p | -- | 37 FPS |
| 4K UHD - 2160p | -- | 22 FPS |
Compare Frames Per Second (FPS)
The average frame rate (FPS) in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, higher FPS results in a smoother gameplay experience.
| GPU | Frames Per Second | |
|---|---|---|
| Radeon RX 7900 XT | 37.7 | +75% |
| Radeon RX 9070 | 37 | +71% |
| GeForce RTX 3090 | 30 | +39% |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 28.5 | +32% |
| GeForce RTX 5060 Ti (16 GB) | 24 | +11% |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) | 21.6 | |
| GeForce RTX 5060 | 19 | -12% |
| GeForce RTX 3070 Ti | 17 | -21% |
| Arc A770 | 14.5 | -33% |
| Arc B580 | 14.5 | -33% |
Compare Cost Per Frame
The average cost per frame in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. Generally, a lower cost per frame implies better value for your money.
| GPU | Cost Per Frame | |
|---|---|---|
| Radeon RX 9070 | 14.84 | -20% |
| GeForce RTX 5060 | 15.74 | -15% |
| Arc B580 | 17.17 | -7% |
| GeForce RTX 5060 Ti (16 GB) | 17.88 | -3% |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) | 18.47 | |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 21.02 | +14% |
| Arc A770 | 22.69 | +23% |
| Radeon RX 7900 XT | 23.85 | +29% |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 24.37 | +32% |
Benchmark Performance
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) has 64% better performance than the Arc A730M for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
The Arc A730M is ranked 96th with a score of 29,144, and the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) is ranked 38th with a score of 47,803.
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) has 185% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090.
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB)'s 119.81 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked GPUs in our database.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
| GPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce RTX 5060 Ti (16 GB) | 51,400 | +76% |
| GeForce RTX 3070 Ti | 49,588 | +70% |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) | 47,803 | +64% |
| GeForce RTX 5060 | 47,201.5 | +62% |
| GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | 47,166 | +62% |
| GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER Max-Q | 29,636.5 | +2% |
| RTX 3000 Ada Generation Mobile | 29,411 | +1% |
| Arc A730M | 29,144 | |
| GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER Mobile | 29,092.5 | -0% |
| GeForce GTX 1080 Mobile | 28,526.5 | -2% |
Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| GPU | Performance Per Dollar | |
|---|---|---|
| Arc A750 | 129.02 | +8% |
| Radeon RX 7700 XT | 127.71 | +7% |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 126.34 | +5% |
| Radeon RX 7900 GRE | 122.28 | +2% |
| GeForce RTX 5060 Ti (16 GB) | 119.81 | +0% |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) | 119.81 | |
| Arc A770 | 119.31 | -0% |
| GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | 114.15 | -5% |
| Radeon RX 6600 XT | 103.04 | -14% |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 100.14 | -16% |
Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both GPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | Arc A730M | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics | 8,813 | 13,360 (+51.59%) |
| 3DMark Time Spy Score | 8,919.5 | 13,951.5 (+56.42%) |
| 3DMark Cloud Gate Graphics | 83,396 | 176,605 (+111.77%) |
| 3DMark Fire Strike Standard Graphics | 21,294 | 34,003.5 (+59.69%) |
| 3DMark Night Raid Graphics | -- | 158,042 |
| 3DMark 11 Performance Score | 24,285.5 | 43,231 (+78.01%) |
| Cinebench R15 OpenGL 64 Bit | 196.4 | -- |
| PassMark G3D Mark | 9,808 | 22,711 (+131.56%) |
| PassMark G2D Mark | 558 | 1,108 (+98.57%) |
Technical Specs
Graphics Processor
General information about the graphics processing unit like their architecture, manufacturing process size, and transistor count. Newer GPU architectures generally bring efficiency improvements and may introduce technologies that enhance graphical capabilities.
| Spec | Arc A730M | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Codename | DG2-512 | AD106 |
| Architecture | Generation 12.7 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Size | 6 nm | 5 nm |
| Transistors | 21,700 million | 22,900 million |
Memory Details
Memory specifications like their capacity, bandwidth, and clock speeds. GPU memory stores graphics data like frames, textures, and shadows which helps display rendered images. These specs are crucial for graphics-intense applications like gaming and 3D modeling.
| Spec | Arc A730M | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Size | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 Gb/s | 288 Gb/s |
| Memory Clock | 1,750 MHz | 2,250 MHz |
| Memory Interface | 192 bit | 128 bit |
| L1 Cache | 4.5 MB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 12 MB | 32 MB |
Board Compatibility
Compatibility information like their slot size, bus interface, power consumption, and display support. These specs are useful for verifying compatibility with your motherboard, power supply, and monitor.
| Spec | Arc A730M | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Slots | -- | 2 slots |
| Bus Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 80 W | 160 W |
| Suggested PSU | -- | 450 W |
| Power Connectors | -- | 1x 16-pin |
| Outputs | Device Dependent | HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4a |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can process graphics. Each type of core or component serves a specific computational purpose.
| Spec | Arc A730M | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Shading Units | 3,072 | -- |
| CUDA Cores | -- | 4,352 |
| Execution Units (EU) | 3,072 | -- |
| Stream Multiprocessors (SM) | -- | 34 |
| Texture Mapping Units (TMU) | 192 | 136 |
| Render Output Units (ROP) | 96 | 48 |
| Tensor Cores | -- | 136 |
| Xe Matrix Extensions (XMX) | 384 | -- |
| Ray Tracing Cores | -- | 34 |
| Ray Tracing Units (RTU) | 24 | -- |
| Core Clock Speed | 1,100 MHz | 2,310 MHz |
| Core Clock Speed (Boost) | 2,050 MHz | 2,535 MHz |
Theoretical Performance
Theoretical performance numbers derived from the raw specifications of the different components like core count and clock speeds. While these provide a glimpse into peak processing power, they do not represent real-world performance.
| Spec | Arc A730M | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Fill Rate | 196.8 GPixel/s | 121.7 GPixel/s |
| Texture Fill Rate | 393.6 GTexel/s | 344.8 GTexel/s |
| FP32 Performance | 12.6 TFLOPS | 22.06 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | -- | 344.8 GFLOPS |
API Support
Graphics API versions supported by these graphics cards. APIs evolve over time, introducing new features and functionalities. Older GPUs may not support recent versions.
| Spec | Arc A730M | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti (8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| OpenCL | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Shader Model | 6.6 | 6.8 |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark and MSRP.