Intel’s next-generation discrete GPU, the Arc B770, is looking increasingly likely to arrive soon, with code referencing the card appearing on an Intel GitHub repository. The discovery, reported on January 4, 2024, suggests the long-awaited successor to the A770 is closer to release than ever before.
Battlemage Architecture: What to Expect
Intel’s Arc B770 will be built on the “Battlemage” architecture, utilizing Xe2 cores.
The Arc B770 is part of Intel’s second-generation discrete GPU architecture, known as “Battlemage.” While the company has since progressed to Xe3 cores in its Panther Lake mobile chips, those still fall under the Battlemage umbrella. Leaks have revealed key specifications for the B770, including its large BMG-G31 die, which boasts 32 Xe2 cores – a significant jump from the 20 Xe cores found in the previous-generation A770.
Key Takeaways
- The Intel Arc B770 has been spotted in code on an Intel GitHub repository.
- The GPU will feature 32 Xe2 cores and at least 16GB of GDDR6 VRAM.
- It’s expected to compete with AMD’s RX 9060-class and Nvidia’s RTX 5060-class GPUs.
- Intel has been improving its driver suite since the last B-series card reveal.
The B770 will also include at least 16GB of GDDR6 VRAM across a 256-bit wide bus. While some rumors suggested more VRAM might be included, the current global DRAM shortage makes that unlikely. The card is anticipated to compete with AMD’s RX 9060-class and Nvidia’s RTX 5060-class offerings, with a reported Total Graphics Power (TGP) of up to 300W.
Intel has been steadily improving its driver suite since the unveiling of the B570 at CES 2025, one year ago. In recent months, the company has also launched workstation-grade GPUs under the Xe2 family, including the Arc Pro B50 and B60, but has yet to release a new gaming GPU. Rumors also point to Intel developing an in-house multi-frame generation technology, potentially launching alongside the Arc B770.
The timing aligns with the upcoming CES 2026, where Intel is scheduled to hold a conference. The arrival of the Arc B770 could provide much-needed competition to Nvidia and AMD in the midrange GPU segment. Successful pricing will be crucial, but Intel’s track record with the Alchemist series offers reason for optimism.
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