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Sparkle Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB coming: dual-chip workstation card with passive cooling

Sparkle Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB VRAM - Illustrative image

Sparkle has shown off the new Sparkle Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB workstation graphics card, and the first shots already show that this is no ordinary model. The card uses a dual-chip configuration, passive cooling and a 12V-2×6 power supply. However, the most surprising thing is the HDMI port located on the top edge, a solution that almost doesn’t appear on modern graphics cards. The overall design suggests that Sparkle is targeting a specific professional segment where silence, stability and large VRAM should be of great value.

Technical performance of the Sparkle Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB card

The Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB is unlike typical professional accelerators. Two chips, each with its own 192-bit bus and 456GB/s bandwidth, greatly expand the possibilities when working with demanding projects. For AI models, rendering or computation, this is a configuration that can maintain stable performance even under long-term load.

Unusually positioned single HDMI 2.1a port at the edge of the card. Source – Sparkle

The Sparkle Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB solution is based on the Battlemage architecture and combines two chips with a separate 24GB of VRAM. Together, this offers 48GB of memory, which can be an advantage in applications where large datasets or large projects are being worked on. The card is not designed for gaming, but for environments where long-term workloads and predictable performance are key. As such, Sparkle is not trying to compete with traditional workstation brands, but it does provide an alternative for users looking for high VRAM capacity at a more affordable price.

ParameterValue
GPU2× Intel Arc Pro B60 (20 20 Xe-Core)
Boost Clock2400 MHz
Ray Tracing Units20
Intel XMX Engines160 160
GPU Peak TOPS (INT8)197 197
Memory48 GB GDDR6
Memory bus width192-bit
Throughput456 GB/s
PCIe interfacePCI Express 5.0 ×16
TDP300 – 400 W
Outputs1× HDMI 2.1a
Dimensions11.81 × 4.41 × 1.65 inch
Weight1520 g
Width2-slot
CoolingPassive
Manufacturer codeSBP60DP-48G
EAN4711342291266
Key FeaturesAV1 Encode/Decode, VP9, Adaptive Sync, SR-IOV (up to 48 vGPU)
FocusWorkstation, AI, multi-GPU servers

Design and cooling: passive block with unusually designed ports

The Sparkle Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB uses a massive passive heatsink that spans the entire length of the card. The ribbing is dense and oriented to best support airflow in the workstation. There is a lack of fans but despite this, the card is built to run quietly and stably as long as the build provides sufficient airflow.

The front of the card is covered by a one-piece passive panel with no holes or visible elements.

The most noticeable peculiarity is the HDMI port on the top edge of the PCB. This is a solution that can make wiring easier in some workstation builds, but can be a complication in tighter enclosures. Sparkle is clearly testing an alternative output layout here that may better suit vertical or specific rack configurations.

The 12V-2×6 power supply is another feature that looks unexpected in a dual-GPU card. We mostly see it on the latest gaming models, but Sparkle has adapted it here as well. It hints at high power requirements and a potential reserve for long term loads. With passive cooling, however, good airflow is practically a must – without it, the card can hit temperature limits very quickly.

The back of the Sparkle Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB graphics card with holes for extra cooling

Conclusion

The Sparkle Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB targets users who need large VRAM, stable performance, and quiet operation for long-term workloads. It’s not a card for the gaming segment, nor will it appeal to the mass market, but it can offer a distinct advantage in projects where mainstream graphics run into memory limits. The price, according to the first information, ranges from about $1,104 to $1,380 and availability is expected in the second half of the year. Despite its unusual design and passive cooling, the Sparkle Arc Pro B60 Dual 48GB looks like a solution that can find its place in specific workstations and deliver performance where it is needed most.

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