Barony

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a performance profile for Barony that is heavily resolution-dependent, with the data showing a clear ceiling at 4K. At 1920x1080, this combination is exceptionally strong, nearly doubling the 60 FPS threshold at Ultra settings. The experience remains fluid at 2560x1440, where even the most demanding preset holds well above the playability line. However, at 3840x2160, the system's limits become apparent, with only Low and Medium settings maintaining a playable frame rate, and High dipping below the 60 FPS target.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this configuration reveals a predictable scaling pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the lowest tested preset, Low, yields an average of 245 FPS. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 182 FPS, with a minimum of 155 FPS and a maximum of 209 FPS. High settings produce an average of 156 FPS, while Ultra, the most demanding preset, still maintains an impressive average of 112 FPS. The absence of min/max values for Low, High, and Ultra at this resolution suggests the frame pacing is consistent enough that only the Medium preset had recorded variances.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance remains robust. Low settings average 154 FPS, which is still far above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings deliver a 115 FPS average, with a recorded range of 98 FPS minimum to 132 FPS maximum. High settings see the average drop to 99 FPS, and Ultra, while the most demanding, still manages an average of 71 FPS. This indicates that even at 1440p, the CPU-GPU combo has ample headroom for the game's mechanics.

The situation changes significantly at 3840x2160. Here, Ultra settings produce an average of only 37 FPS, which is not playable. High settings fare better with a 52 FPS average, but this still falls short of the 60 FPS target. Medium settings hit exactly 60 FPS on average, with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS, showing some frame dips below the threshold. Low settings are the most viable option at 4K, achieving an average of 81 FPS, which provides a comfortable margin for smooth gameplay. The data clearly shows that 4K is the boundary for this hardware, requiring a reduction in visual fidelity to maintain playability.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the benchmark scores, several other CPUs and GPUs would produce very similar performance in Barony. The Intel Core i5-12400 (avg benchmark score 18683) is closely matched by the AMD EPYC 7643, which scores 18697, representing a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i7-1355U scores 18730, a 0.3% difference, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 scores 18811, a 0.7% difference. The Intel Core i3-14100F scores 18519, which is 0.9% lower. In practice, any of these processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Barony, as the game's performance is likely not bound by CPU capabilities at the tested settings.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B570 (avg benchmark score 20556) is a direct peer of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which scores 20534, a 0.1% difference. The Intel Arc A750 scores 20582, which is 0.1% higher, indicating it would be essentially interchangeable. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M scores 20480 (0.4% lower), and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X scores 20662 (0.5% higher). For a user considering alternatives, swapping in any of these components would result in a performance profile that is statistically indistinguishable in this title. The data suggests that the i5-12400 sits at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, while the Arc B570 is at the 65th percentile of all GPUs, placing them in a solid mid-to-upper tier for this game's requirements.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Barony at 60 FPS on Ultra settings?

A: The data shows this is possible at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440, where Ultra presets average 112 FPS and 71 FPS respectively. At 3840x2160, Ultra is not playable, averaging only 37 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting for 4K gaming with this combo?

A: According to the verdict by resolution, the best playable setting at 3840x2160 is Medium, which achieves an average of 60 FPS. Low settings offer higher performance at 81 FPS, but Medium is the highest preset that clears the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to the RTX 3070 Mobile in terms of performance?

A: The benchmark scores show they are nearly identical. The Arc B570 has an average score of 20556, while the RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20534, a difference of only 0.1%. This indicates they would perform within a hair of each other in Barony.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12400 a bottleneck for the Arc B570 in this game?

A: The benchmark results do not indicate a bottleneck. At 1080p Ultra, the combo produces 112 FPS, and at 1440p Ultra it produces 71 FPS. The performance scales logically with resolution, suggesting the CPU maintains pace with the GPU across all tested settings.

Q: What minimum FPS can be expected at 1080p Medium?

A: The measured data shows a minimum of 155 FPS and a maximum of 209 FPS, with an average of 182 FPS. This provides a very smooth experience without any risk of dropping near the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: How does this combo rank against all other tested configurations for Barony?

A: The combo rank is 2985 out of 3717 tested combinations, placing it in the lower half of all tested systems. However, this rank does not reflect its actual playability, which is high at 1080p and 1440p.

The Verdict

The data provides a clear answer regarding the playability of Barony with this hardware. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable of running the game at the highest preset, with Ultra settings averaging 112 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS target. At 2560x1440, the verdict is also positive, with all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clearing the 60 FPS threshold. The best setting at 1440p is Ultra, which maintains a 71 FPS average. The situation at 3840x2160 is more nuanced. The verdict lists only Low and Medium as playable settings, with Medium being the best option at exactly 60 FPS average. High settings at 4K fall short at 52 FPS, and Ultra is not viable at 37 FPS. Therefore, this PC can run Barony at 60 FPS, but the user must adjust expectations based on resolution. For a flawless experience with maximum visual quality, 1080p is the sweet spot. For 1440p, the system still offers full visual fidelity. For 4K, the user must compromise on settings to achieve smooth gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware, this specific combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and Intel Arc B570 holds a rank of 2985 out of 3717 total combos for Barony. This places it in the 20th percentile of all systems tested, meaning that roughly 80% of configurations outperform it in raw frame rate. Despite this lower ranking, the performance data shows that the combo is more than sufficient for the game at mainstream resolutions. The rank is a holistic metric that includes all tested resolutions and settings, and the heavy weight of 4K Ultra performance (37 FPS) likely drags the overall rank down. When isolating the experience to 1920x1080 or 2560x1440, the system's capabilities are far more impressive than its aggregate rank suggests. It is a mid-tier performer in a broad field, but its practical usability is high for the resolutions most gamers target.

Best Settings per Resolution

The measured FPS data and the verdict by resolution allow for a precise recommendation of the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains playability is Ultra. The average FPS at this setting is 112, which is far above the 60 FPS threshold, providing a significant margin for demanding scenes. There is no recorded minimum, but the average is high enough to assume consistent performance.

At 2560x1440, the best setting is also Ultra. The average FPS is 71, which clears the 60 FPS target by a comfortable margin. This allows users to enjoy the full visual experience at this resolution without sacrificing smoothness.

At 3840x2160, the most demanding playable preset is Medium. The average FPS is exactly 60, but the recorded minimum of 51 FPS indicates that there will be occasional dips below the threshold. This is the highest visual quality setting that can be used, but users should be prepared for some frame variance. Low settings offer a more stable experience at 81 FPS average, but Medium is the peak setting for those who prioritize visual fidelity over absolute frame rate consistency.