Intel Launches Arc Pro B60 24 GB and B50 16 GB “Battlemage” GPUs for Professional and AI Applications: Improved Performance per Dollar and Up to 3x Speed, Dual GPU Version Teased

Intel has officially unveiled its latest GPUs, the Arc Pro B60 and B50 “Battlemage”models, designed specifically for AI and professional users looking for high VRAM capabilities at competitive prices.

Intel Expands its Offerings with the Arc Pro B60 & B50 GPUs

This announcement was made during Computex 2025, where Intel showcased its ambitions in the graphics market with the introduction of the Arc Battlemage series. Key highlights include two new GPUs aimed at enhancing performance in graphics workstations, inference tasks, and edge computing applications.

The Arc Pro B60 and B50 GPUs are engineered with enhanced specifications tailored for demanding computational environments. Let’s delve into the capabilities each model brings to the table.

Intel Arc Pro B60 – Maximized Performance with 24 GB VRAM

The standout in the new lineup is the Arc Pro B60, which comes equipped with the complete BMG-G21 GPU die, featuring 20 second-generation Xe cores and 160 XMX engines. This graphics powerhouse delivers an impressive peak compute output of 197 TOPS (INT8) and operates within a total board power (TBP) range of 120W to 200W, interfacing through a Gen5 x8 PCIe link. While its peak TOPS performance falls slightly short (around 15.5%) compared to the gaming-optimized Arc B580, it excels in professional tasks.

On the memory front, the Arc Pro B60 boasts 24 GB of VRAM across a 192-bit bus interface, providing a total bandwidth of 456 GB/s—effectively double the memory capacity of the previous generation Arc B580. Performance comparisons against competitors like the RTX 5060 Ti reveal the B60 potentially achieving up to 2.7 times the efficiency in various AI models, especially when challenged with larger language models (LLMs).

Introducing Project Battlematrix: Dual-GPU Configuration for Advanced AI Tasks

To further enhance its capabilities for extensive AI tasks, select Intel partners, including Maxsun, will provide a dual-GPU configuration of the Arc Pro B60. Each card will independently feature 24 GB of VRAM, resulting in a combined memory capacity of 48 GB per graphics card. When utilized in tandem, this setup could total 192 GB of VRAM across 8 BMG-G21 GPUs, harnessing 1280 XMX engines and optimized for PCIe Gen5 connections on Xeon platforms.

Project Battlematrix aims to deliver a robust software stack tailored for LLMs, offering full-stack validation to maximize value for AI applications.

Intel Arc Pro B50 – Exceptional Value with 16 GB VRAM

The Arc Pro B50 is another highlight of the series, designed as a cost-effective solution ideal for professionals. It features 16 Xe cores and 128 XMX Engines, providing a maximum of 170 peak TOPS (INT8) performance. With a TBP of only 70W and a PCIe Gen5 x8 interface, it promises impressive energy efficiency.

Furthermore, the B50 carries 16 GB of VRAM on a 128-bit bus interface, offering 224.0 GB/s bandwidth. Its compact and dual-slot design makes it an excellent fit for various setups, and it is ready for both Linux and Windows environments, with ISV-certified drivers available.

Intel highlights the Arc Pro B50’s remarkable pricing, set at an MSRP of $299, presenting a substantial improvement over previous models. Benchmarks illustrate its strong performance against the A50 and NVIDIA’s RTX A1000, often outclassing both in graphics and inference workloads.

Additionally, Intel shared its roadmap for software features for the Arc Pro series. In Q2, partners will receive baseline drivers for Windows and Linux, alongside certifications for workstation ISVs. Following this, the introduction of inference-optimized containers and further GPU improvements will be scheduled, culminating in Q4 with the rollout of virtualization enhancements, including SRIOV and VDI features.

Pricing and Availability

The new Intel Arc Pro B60 and B50 GPUs are set to launch in Q3 of this year, with customer sampling already underway.

Initially, these graphics cards will be integrated into systems offered by leading workstation manufacturers. A DIY launch may follow post-software optimization targeting around Q4. The anticipated pricing includes the Arc Pro B50 at $299 and the B60 around the $500 mark, aligning with systems priced approximately at $5000.

Specifications of the Intel Arc Pro B-Series GPUs:

GPU Model	Architecture	Vehicles / XMX Cores	Peak TOPS (INT8)	Memory Configuration	Memory Bandwidth	TBP
Arc Pro B60 (Dual)	Xe2 / TSMC 4nm	40 / 320	394 TOPS	48GB / 192-bit	456 GB/s	120-200W
Arc Pro B60	Xe2 / TSMC 4nm	20 / 160	197 TOPS	24GB / 192-bit	456 GB/s	120-200W
Arc Pro B50	Xe2 / TSMC 4nm	16 / 128	170 TOPS	16GB / 128-bit	224 GB/s	70W