GIGABYTE Intel Arc A380 WINDFORCE OC 6G GDDR6 Graphics Card
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Detailed Specification |
| Product Name | GIGABYTE Intel Arc A380 WINDFORCE OC 6G |
| Model / Series | Intel Arc Graphics / WINDFORCE Overclocked Layout |
| Graphics Processing Unit | Intel Arc A380 Graphics |
| Core Clock Architecture | 2450 MHz (Factory Overclocked Configuration) | Reference Clock: 2000 MHz |
| Intel Xe-cores | 8 Xe-cores |
| Ray Tracing Units | 8 Ray Tracing Link Engines |
| Intel Xe Matrix Extensions (XMX) | 128 Engines |
| Graphics Memory Capacity | 6 GB |
| Memory Configuration Type | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus Interface | 96-bit |
| Effective Memory Clock | 15.5 Gbps (15500 MHz) |
| Total Memory Bandwidth | Up to 186 GB/s |
| Bus Interface Standard | PCI Express 4.0 x8 |
| Maximum Digital Resolution | 7680 x 4320 @ 60 Hz (8K Resolution Output Support) |
| Multi-Display Capability | Up to 4 Displays Simultaneously |
| I/O Video Outputs | 2x DisplayPort 2.0 (with DSC support) 2x HDMI 2.0b |
| API Support Framework | DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, Vulkan 1.3 |
| Hardware Video Encoding Accel | AV1 Encode / Decode, H.264 & H.265 (HEVC) Hardware Acceleration, Intel Quick Sync Video |
| Cooling Architecture | WINDFORCE 2X Thermal System (Dual 80mm unique blade fans with Alternate Spinning tech) |
| Fan Profile System | 3D Active Fan (Semi-passive thermal tracking control) |
| Structural Protection | Full-wrap Protective Matte Black Backplate |
| Power Inputs Layout | 1x 6-pin PCI-E Power Connector |
| Recommended PSU Capacity | 350W or greater |
| Physical Card Dimensions | 19.2 x 12.1 x 3.9 cm (Compact Dual-Slot Layout) |
| Warranty Package | 3 Years Limited Brand Warranty |
Product Description
The GIGABYTE Intel Arc A380 WINDFORCE OC 6G is a highly efficient, budget-conscious entry-level graphics card meticulously engineered to deliver rock-solid modern productivity, entry-level esports gaming, and next-generation media encoding capabilities. Armed with 8 Intel Xe-cores and factory overclocked right out of the box to a blistering 2450 MHz, this compact graphics processor handles mainstream gaming benchmarks smoothly. Built on the modern PCIe 4.0 interface, it is equipped with 6GB of high-speed GDDR6 video memory over a 96-bit bus interface, offering an agile, cost-effective hardware solution to upgrade home theater PCs, office workstations, and budget gaming builds.
A major feature of this model is its integrated WINDFORCE 2X cooling system. Deploying dual 80mm unique blade fans designed with GIGABYTE’s proprietary Alternate Spinning technology, the fans rotate in opposite directions to optimize airflow pressure while minimizing turbulence. The 3D Active Fan technology keeps the card entirely silent during low-load operations, meaning the fans stay completely turned off when you are simply editing text files or browsing the web. To enhance durability, the card is reinforced with a structural protective backplate that shields the PCB from bending or component dust accumulation.
For modern creators, the Intel Arc A380 is a massive powerhouse thanks to its native hardware-accelerated AV1 encoding and decoding engine. Supported by Intel Quick Sync, this GPU encodes next-gen AV1 video streams up to 50% more efficiently than traditional codecs, making it an incredible budget asset for livestreaming, high-definition video rendering, and content creation pipelines. With support for DirectX 12 Ultimate, dual DisplayPort 2.0 links alongside dual HDMI ports to drive up to four separate monitors simultaneously, and a 3-year limited brand warranty, this GIGABYTE Arc platform delivers incredible value.
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