A few months ago, Intel launched its second independent graphics architecture, Intel Arc, with the Battlemage graphics cards. These cards quickly entered the market, offering options for entry-level gaming and 1080p gaming experiences. They were well-priced, mainly due to the inclusion of GDDR6 memory.
However, Intel is now looking ahead, seeking an engineer to test GDDR7 memory for future use. This new memory may be featured in the upcoming Xe3 “Celestial” graphics architecture.
GDDR7 Memory Coming to Intel’s Next Graphics Generation
Intel’s job listing suggests that the company is preparing to include GDDR7 memory in its next generation of dedicated graphics cards. This is exciting because it indicates that Intel is advancing the technology in the graphics card market. However, we may have to wait a little longer for these new cards. Intel likely wants to maximize the sales of their current Intel Arc B580 and B570 models, which are well-priced and perform well in games that don’t require heavy graphics.
Intel plans to focus on selling these affordable graphics solutions in 2025. This means the Intel Arc Celestial series could come after 2026, featuring the new, faster GDDR7 memory.
Future of Intel’s Arc Celestial Graphics Cards
Intel’s Xe3 architecture for the Arc Celestial cards is already finished, and the company will produce these cards in its own facilities. These upcoming cards are expected to bring improvements, but fans will have to wait for them to arrive.
Intel’s focus on improving its budget-friendly graphics cards means it is gradually working towards its next major advancement. For now, though, the company is gearing up to take over a larger portion of the market with the current Intel Arc offerings.
