Hey all!
I’m currently looking to upgrade my Radeon 6600 8GB GPU in my primary gaming rig and I’m currently torn between the Radeon 9600 XT 16GB, which is a “known variable” or the Intel B580 12GB. Obviously, the B580 is around $75-100 cheaper comparing MSRP to MSRP and I’ve been seeing both pop randomly into stock the last few weeks where I could nab either with a properly timed deal alert.
I’m wondering how all of you Intel Battlemage gamers on Linux have been enjoying your cards. I know Intel has done a lot of work to make it work well on Linux, but there is MUCH less coverage of performance on Linux than on Windows. Most stuff I see is from launch time, which is 6+ months ago, and I know driver support has gained a lot of ground since then.
My primary rig is an AM4-based system with a 5800X CPU, so REBAR and PCIe 4.0 are not a problem for me.
If you want to go Intel, I’d say wait for the B700 series. The B500 series has proven a decent budget gaming card, but the 9060 XT is a solid midrange card and will be a lot faster than any B500 card.