Intel Arc Pro A40 PCIe 4.0 x16 Half-Height 6GB GDDR6 Graphics Card

Overview

The Intel 23P6PA00BA10P is a half-height PCIe 4.0 graphics card designed for compact workstations that require efficient and high-quality graphics performance without taking up much space. Equipped with 6GB of GDDR6 memory and a memory bandwidth of 192 GB per second, it handles high-resolution tasks smoothly, making it suitable for video editing, 3D modeling, and detailed design projects. Its support for up to four monitors at resolutions up to 8K (7680 x 4320) allows professionals to multitask across multiple displays with ease.

Built on a 6 nm process, this card maintains low power consumption at just 50 watts, which helps keep systems cool and quiet, especially in small form factor builds. It supports modern graphics APIs including DirectX 12, Vulkan 1.3, and OpenGL 4.6, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of professional software and games. The card also features hardware acceleration for ray tracing and AI tasks, enhancing visual effects and computational efficiency.

Key features

• 6GB GDDR6 memory delivers smooth performance for high-resolution graphics and complex workloads
• Supports up to four simultaneous displays, including 8K resolution, for enhanced multitasking and immersive setups
• Hardware acceleration for ray tracing and AI improves rendering quality and speeds up compute-intensive tasks
• Low power consumption of 50 watts keeps your system cool and quiet, ideal for compact and small form factor PCs
• Compatibility with DirectX 12, Vulkan 1.3, and OpenGL 4.6 ensures broad software support and future-proofing
• Supports modern video codecs like AV1, H.264, and H.265 for efficient video editing and streaming workflows
• Half-height, single-slot design fits into space-constrained systems without sacrificing performance
• Includes DisplayPort 2.0, HDMI 2.1, and Adaptive-Sync for flexible connectivity and smooth visuals

Key specs

• Memory: 6GB GDDR6
• Memory bandwidth: 192 GB per second
• Process technology: 6 nm
• Power consumption: 50 watts
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 x16
• Display outputs: DisplayPort 2.0, HDMI 2.1
• Maximum displays supported: 4
• Maximum resolution: 7680 x 4320 (8K)
• Graphics APIs: DirectX 12, Vulkan 1.3, OpenGL 4.6
• Video codec support: AV1, H.264, H.265
• Form factor: Half-height, single-slot

Connectivity and compatibility

This graphics card offers versatile connectivity options with DisplayPort 2.0 and HDMI 2.1 outputs, allowing you to connect to a wide range of modern monitors and TVs. Adaptive-Sync support helps reduce screen tearing and stuttering for smoother visuals during video playback or gaming. Its PCIe 4.0 x16 interface ensures fast data transfer rates when paired with compatible motherboards.

The card’s support for multiple graphics APIs and video codecs makes it compatible with professional creative software, gaming titles, and streaming applications. Its compact design fits well in small form factor PCs, making it a practical choice for users who need powerful graphics in limited space.

Ideal uses and environments

This graphics card is well suited to professionals and enthusiasts who work with high-resolution video editing, 3D rendering, and detailed design projects that demand reliable graphics performance. It fits naturally into compact workstations and small form factor PCs where space is limited but performance cannot be compromised. The ability to drive up to four 8K displays makes it a strong choice for multitasking environments, trading floors, or creative studios that require multiple screens.

Its efficient power consumption and quiet operation also make it a good option for office setups and home studios where noise and heat need to be minimized without sacrificing graphics capabilities.