Intel’s next-generation desktop GPU has taken the tech world by storm with its recent appearance online. Dubbed the Battlemage, this GPU is already making waves with impressive performance stats, rivaling popular options like the GeForce RTX 4060 and the Radeon RX 7700 XT.
In a recent benchmark test on Geekbench, this Battlemage GPU scored a remarkable 97,943 points in the OpenCL test, aligning it with Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 4060 and Intel’s own Arc A770 desktop variant. AMD enthusiasts will find its performance sitting comfortably between the Radeon RX 7700 XT and RX 7600 XT.
A thorough examination of the Linux kernel driver database using the GPU’s PCIe ID (E20B) confirms that it is indeed based on Intel’s cutting-edge Battlemage architecture. Among the five Battlemage SKUs listed, this particular GPU is likely the second most powerful. The benchmark test setup included an Intel Core i7-13700K processor on a Z970 motherboard, paired with 32 GB of DDR5-4800 RAM.
For those curious about the specs, the Battlemage GPU boasts 160 compute units (or 20 Xe cores), 12 GB of VRAM, and can reach a maximum boost clock of 2,850 MHz. This unveiling on Geekbench marks the first public sighting of a Battlemage desktop GPU, suggesting that an official reveal from Intel might be on the horizon.
While a CES 2025 launch seems optimistic, it’s also plausible that Intel might prioritize showcasing its Arrow Lake laptop chips and non-K Arrow Lake-S desktop chips along with a slew of other exciting innovations.
The arrival of Intel’s Battlemage is generating considerable buzz in the tech community, and it’s only a matter of time before more details emerge. Stay tuned for more updates on this game-changing GPU.
