Sparkle Intel Arc B580 GUARDIAN (SB580G-12G)

A mid-range compact graphics card by the duo of Intel and Sparkle, designed with an emphasis on small size and energy efficiency. With a case length of 242 mm, it is one of the shortest models in the Intel Arc lineup. The manufacturer positions it as an affordable yet moderately powerful solution for compact cases in Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX formats. Thanks to its compact size, the GUARDIAN becomes an excellent choice for those building a high-performance but non-bulky gaming PC or planning to upgrade a pre-built system with limited space inside the case.

The cooling system with two fans effectively handles heat dissipation due to its well-designed radiator and optimized airflow. The graphics card operates quietly even under load, which is crucial for compact cases where air circulation is limited. Its moderate power consumption of up to 190 W allows the use of a mid-level power supply with a capacity of 600-650 W. Despite its compact size, the Sparkle Intel Arc B580 GUARDIAN features a full 12 GB of video memory and operates at the standard Arc B580 frequency of 2670 MHz, providing the same performance as larger modifications.

In games, the model demonstrates stable performance in 1080p resolution at high settings and allows for comfortable gameplay in 1440p with slight graphic adjustments or using the XeSS 2 upscaler and frame generator. It also supports ray tracing and Intel's full set of technologies, including XeSS 2 with a fairly high-quality image scaling system and intermediate frame generator.