The MSI branded Intel Arc A380 graphics card is now online. This is the first example from his one of his AIBs of the Big 3. So even though the card is not available as a separate retail product, only as a component of pre-built MSI systems, this is an important finding.
MSI’s first Intel graphics card in the form of the Arc A380 graphics card is the Low Profile (LP) model. It seems like a good choice for a 75W design. We looked at previous MSI LP designs using Nvidia and AMD GPUs. Many also use his two smaller fans, but the cooling shroud design is new to Intel Arc. Pleasantly sculpted, but minimal, I suspect Intel had a hand in the design.
MSI is the first AIB to ship the Arc A380 with reference GPU and memory clocks. This probably helps stick to the 75W TDP and could mean it’s fully bus-powered (no need for an extra power connector from the PSU). Yes, but if it’s not confirmed by MSI’s specs, it might be a good choice if you’re upgrading your PC without an extra power connector available. Previous A380 designs by Gunnir and ASRock require an auxiliary 8-pin power connector.
The performance of the MSI Arc A380 LP is expected to be slower than rival OC examples. For example, the GPU runs 20% slower than Gunnir and 10% slower than ASRock models.
MSI desktop systems are equipped with Arc A380 GPUs. video cards (opens in new tab)Sold at consumer electronics retailers in China JD.com (opens in new tab)The most powerful and modern option available uses an Intel Core i5-12400F CPU and the aforementioned Arc A380, posing as a machine for eSports titles or internet cafe-style games. However, if you’re on a smaller budget or have more modest needs, there are other CPU options such as the Core i3-10105F and i5-10400F. All systems come with his MSI Bomber motherboard (he H510M or H610M depending on processor generation). These systems cost between $530 and $650 when converted locally.
There are also recent rumors that at least one major AIB has stopped producing Arc graphics cards due to “quality” issues.
