Buying Guide
The Best GPUs for Street Fighter 6
We weighed three graphics cards on video memory and card length; the Arc B570 Challenger has the largest video memory, and the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read3 products evaluated
Street Fighter 6 is capped at 60fps, so frame rate stability matters more than raw power. Every pick cost $280 or less and has at least 6GB of video memory, ordered by memory.
The order reflects GPU, VRAM and memory from maker specifications; we did not test these graphics cards ourselves, and a missing length is flagged, not filled in.
Quick Picks
Our 3 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Largest Video Memory
ASRock Intel Arc B570 Challenger 10GB OC
The largest video memory here (10GB).
Best for: Buyers who put video memory first.
Our take Check price for ASRock Intel Arc B570 Challenger 10GB OC (opens in a new tab)
Lowest Price Here
ASRock Intel Arc A580 Challenger 8GB OC
A lower price than the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D and the rest when we checked.
Best for: Getting 256-bit memory bus for the least money.
Our take Check price for ASRock Intel Arc A580 Challenger 8GB OC (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
ASRock Radeon RX 6600 Challenger D 8GB
0dB silent cooling at light load.
Best for: Buyers who want 0dB silent cooling at light load.
Our take Check price for ASRock Radeon RX 6600 Challenger D 8GB (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The largest video memory here (10GB). | Buyers who put video memory first. | Check price for ASRock Intel Arc B570 Challenger 10GB OC (opens in a new tab) |
| A lower price than the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D and the rest when we checked. | Getting 256-bit memory bus for the least money. | Check price for ASRock Intel Arc A580 Challenger 8GB OC (opens in a new tab) |
| 0dB silent cooling at light load. | Buyers who want 0dB silent cooling at light load. | Check price for ASRock Radeon RX 6600 Challenger D 8GB (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Largest Video Memory1 of 3
ASRock Intel Arc B570 Challenger 10GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Arc B570 is the B580's cheaper sibling with 10GB of memory on a 160-bit bus.
Best for
- Buyers who put video memory first.
Skip if
- Pass if a published card length matters; this one has none.
Why we like it
It was the least expensive card here at the time of writing and still offers three DisplayPort 2.1 outputs. Its dual striped axial fans stop completely at low load, and the card supports Intel XeSS 2 upscaling. Its 10GB video memory is the largest here; the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger comes next at 8GB.
An arc B570 gpu is unique to it among these picks, while the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D uses an RX 6600 gpu. Like the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D, it has a 1 x 8-pin power connector, while the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger uses a 2 x 8-pin power connector. Only the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 3 picks. There is no published card length figure, whereas the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D comes in at 269mm.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: Arc B570
- VRAM: 10GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Power connector: 1 x 8-pin
- Boost clock: 2600MHz
- Outputs: 3 x DisplayPort 2.1, 1 x HDMI 2.1a
Pros
- 10GB of VRAM, more than 8GB cards
- A single 8-pin power connector
- 160-bit memory bus at 19Gbps
- 0dB fan stop
Cons
- No published card length
- Costs more than the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here2 of 3
ASRock Intel Arc A580 Challenger 8GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
ASRock's Arc A580 Challenger has 8GB on a 256-bit bus and supports XeSS upscaling.
Best for
- Getting 256-bit memory bus for the least money.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games.
Why we like it
It needs two 8-pin connectors and a 650W power supply. It matches the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D on video memory (8GB). No other pick in this guide offers an arc A580 gpu; compare the Arc B570 Challenger, which has an arc B570 gpu.
A 2 x 8-pin power connector is unique to it among these picks, while the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D uses a 1 x 8-pin power connector. It also offers a 256-bit memory bus and 0dB silent cooling at light load. Measure for 271mm and 2.4 slots before ordering the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger.
Power for the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger comes through 2 x 8-pin, with 650W the maker's minimum PSU. It undercut the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D and every other pick on price at the time of writing. The main gap: video memory of 8GB, behind the Arc B570 Challenger (10GB). If that matters, the Arc B570 Challenger offers 10GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: Arc A580
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Length: 271mm
- Thickness: 2.4-slot
- Recommended PSU: 650W
- Power connector: 2 x 8-pin
- Outputs: 3 x DisplayPort 2.0, 1 x HDMI 2.0b
Pros
- 256-bit memory bus
- 0dB silent cooling at light load
- XeSS upscaling support
- Arc A580 gpu, the only one here
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Needs two 8-pin PCIe power cables
- Video memory of 8GB, behind the Arc B570 Challenger (10GB)
Also Consider3 of 3
ASRock Radeon RX 6600 Challenger D 8GB on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
ASRock's RX 6600 Challenger D is 269mm long, uses one 8-pin connector and stops its fans at light load.
Best for
- Buyers who want 0dB silent cooling at light load.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent game is a problem.
Why we like it
It is a previous-generation 8GB card still sold new. It supports AMD FSR upscaling for higher frame rates in supported games. Its single 8-pin connector suits older power supplies.
It matches the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger on video memory (8GB). It is the only pick here with an RX 6600 gpu; the Arc B570 Challenger has an arc B570 gpu instead. It shares a 1 x 8-pin power connector with the Arc B570 Challenger; the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger goes with a 2 x 8-pin power connector.
It also comes with a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface and a dual-fan cooler. The ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D is 269mm long; compare that with your case's GPU limit. Its price falls between the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger and the Arc B570 Challenger, based on our last check. If video memory is your priority, the Arc B570 Challenger (10GB) is the stronger choice.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 6600
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Length: 269mm
- Power connector: 1 x 8-pin
- Outputs: 3 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.1
Pros
- A single 8-pin power connector
- 0dB silent cooling at light load
- PCIe 4.0 x8 interface
- Dual-fan cooler
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Video memory trails the Arc B570 Challenger (10GB)
- Costs more than the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger at the time of writing
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- What we compared
- We lined up three cards on GPU, video memory, memory and card length as the makers state them. We did not test them in-house.
- What every pick has in common
- All 3, from the Arc B570 Challenger to the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D, state GPU, video memory and memory and share GDDR6 memory.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Arc B570 Challenger gives no card length.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger ($150 to $250) to the Arc B570 Challenger ($250 to $500).
What to Look for in a GPUs for Street Fighter 6
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much video memory you need
Here video memory runs from 8GB on the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D to 10GB on the Arc B570 Challenger. Start with the Arc B570 Challenger if video memory decides it.
Card length
Here card length runs from 271mm on the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger to 269mm on the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D. The ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D is the pick for card length. No figure for the Arc B570 Challenger.
Power connector
The Arc B570 Challenger and the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D list 1 x 8-pin; the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger lists 2 x 8-pin. Rule out the mismatches before looking at price.
Fit and compatibility
No dimensions are published for the Arc B570 Challenger; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Measure for 271mm and 2.4 slots before ordering the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger. The ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D is 269mm long; compare that with your case's GPU limit.
Extras that separate them
The Arc B570 Challenger: 0dB fan stop. The ASRock Arc A580 Challenger: 0dB silent cooling at light load. The ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D: a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface.
How to Choose a GPUs for Street Fighter 6
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who put video memory first | Arc B570 Challenger | The largest video memory here (10GB) |
| Getting 256-bit memory bus for the least money | ASRock Arc A580 Challenger | A lower price than the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D and the rest when we checked |
| Buyers who want 0dB silent cooling at light load | ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D | 0dB silent cooling at light load |
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Key specs side by side
The Arc B570 Challenger leads on video memory at 10GB, ahead of the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger at 8GB. "Not listed" means the maker leaves that figure out.
| Card | GPU | VRAM | Memory | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arc B570 Challenger | Arc B570 | 10GB | GDDR6 | Not listed |
| ASRock Arc A580 Challenger | Arc A580 | 8GB | GDDR6 | 271mm |
| ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D | RX 6600 | 8GB | GDDR6 | 269mm |
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By price at the time of writing
The ASRock Arc A580 Challenger was the lowest-priced pick and the Arc B570 Challenger the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Cards |
|---|---|
| About $150 to $250 | ASRock Arc A580 Challenger, ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D |
| About $250 to $500 | Arc B570 Challenger |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Arc B570 Challenger ahead of the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger on video memory?
The Arc B570 Challenger leads at 10GB, with the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger at 8GB.
How does the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger compare with the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D on card length?
The ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D comes out best at 269mm, with the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger at 271mm. The Arc B570 Challenger doesn't state a figure, so it sits outside this comparison.
What does the Arc B570 Challenger add over the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger?
On paper it adds video memory (10GB against 8GB). The ASRock Arc A580 Challenger was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the Arc B570 Challenger our Largest Video Memory pick?
It earns the label for the largest video memory here (10GB). It suits anyone who put video memory first.
Do the Arc B570 Challenger and the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger differ on GPU?
The Arc B570 Challenger uses Arc B570; the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger uses Arc A580; the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D uses RX 6600.
Will the Arc B570 Challenger work with my setup?
No dimensions are published for the Arc B570 Challenger; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Power for the Arc B570 Challenger comes through 1 x 8-pin. In this guide it ranks first of 3, as our Largest Video Memory pick.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Arc B570 Challenger, chosen for the largest video memory here (10GB). Look at the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger for a lower price than the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D and the rest when we checked and the ASRock RX 6600 Challenger D for 0dB silent cooling at light load if those matter more to you.
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