ASRock Enhances Cooling for Arc Alchemist GPUs Introducing Arc A770 and Arc A750 SE with Upgraded Coolers
ASRock has introduced a new SE series within its Challenger lineup featuring two Intel Arc GPUs—the A770 16GB OC and the A750 8GB OC Editions. These cards emphasize robust cooling and include a switch to disable LEDs, distinguishing them from other ASRock Intel Arc series offerings.
Comparing specifications, the Challenger SE series is notably more compact and lighter than ASRock’s Phantom Gaming series counterparts. For instance, the A770 16GB Challenger SE measures 267 x 130 x 48 mm and weighs 820 grams, while the Phantom Gaming variant is larger at 305 x 131 x 56 mm, occupying 2.8 PCIe slots and weighing 1146 grams. Both models feature the same GPU cooler and backplate.
Specs remain unchanged with the Arc A770 Challenger SE featuring 16GB of GDDR6 memory clocked at 2,150 MHz, and the Arc A750 Challenger SE offering 8GB of GDDR6 memory clocked at 2,200 MHz. Both GPUs support Intel XeSS and DirectX 12, equipped with three DisplayPort 2.0 and one HDMI 2.0b outputs. The Challenger SE series features temperature-controlled dual fans due to their smaller form factor and requires two 8-pin PCIe connectors for auxiliary power.
Intel has plans for multiple versions of their upcoming Battlemage graphics cards, including the BMG-G10, BMG-G21, and BMG-G31, although specific SKUs and release dates have not been disclosed. Recent reports indicate ongoing improvements in Intel’s drivers, with upcoming Linux drivers expected for Battlemage GPUs.
Offering superior performance compared to the RTX 3060 and competitive ray-tracing capabilities against some AMD cards, the A770 and A750 Intel Arc GPUs present compelling choices depending on regional availability and pricing. The introduction of these more compact Intel Arc GPUs underscores ASRock’s commitment to delivering advanced graphics solutions with improved form factors.
