Intel officially launched the new professional graphics cards Arc Pro B70 and B65 on March 25, 2026, built on the powerful Big Battlemage architecture and marking the top-tier performance segment of its latest GPU lineup for workstations. The cards were unveiled during Intel Pro Day 2026 in New York and represent a strategic move by Intel to strengthen its presence in the professional graphics market with high-performance, specialized solutions. Both models feature 32 GB of GDDR6 memory, making them ideal for demanding applications such as 3D rendering, AI inference, and content creation.
The Arc Pro B70, positioned as the flagship model, is powered by the Big Battlemage BMG-G31 chip and features 32 Xe2 cores, delivering 22.9 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. It offers a memory bandwidth of 608 GB/s and supports up to four DisplayPort 2.1 outputs. The card features a dual-slot design with a blue backplate and an 8-pin power connector, consuming up to 290 watts. It is available both as an Intel-branded model and through partners like ASRock and Sparkle.
The Arc Pro B65, while equipped with only 20 Xe2 cores, still delivers an impressive 12.3 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, making it suitable for users who require high compute power at a lower cost. Like the B70, it leverages the Big Battlemage architecture and includes 32 GB of GDDR6 memory and PCIe 5.0 x16 connectivity. Both cards support advanced features such as Multi Frame Generation and are optimized for local AI applications, with the B70 achieving 367 AI-TOPS at Int8.
Priced at $949 for the B70, Intel positions the new series in a premium segment justified by its target audience — developers, creatives, and professional users. While designed primarily for workstation applications, the cards are also capable of gaming scenarios, although Intel officially markets them as professional GPUs. The launch coincides with a scandal on eBay, where a buyer returned a GeForce RTX 5090 with its GPU and GDDR7 memory chips removed — indicating high demand for valuable components in the graphics market.
The Arc Pro B70 and B65 expand Intel’s portfolio of professional graphics solutions and underscore the company’s ambition to play a significant role in the highly competitive market for workstation and AI graphics cards. With the Big Battlemage architecture, Intel has established a robust foundation suitable not only for current demands but also for future developments in AI and high-performance computing. Availability through partners and a clear focus on the professional market signal a long-term strategy that extends beyond traditional gaming products.