Barony

Intel Core i5-13400F paired with Intel Arc B570 delivers remarkably consistent frame rates in Barony, with the data showing a clear performance ceiling at 4K and comfortable headroom at lower resolutions. The measured results indicate that this combination is capable of exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution tested, though the margin of safety narrows considerably at 3840x2160 where only Low and Medium presets clear the bar.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo produces its strongest results across all presets. Low settings yield an average of 245 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure in the entire dataset. Medium settings drop to 182 FPS average with a minimum of 155 FPS and maximum of 209 FPS, indicating excellent frame pacing stability. High settings sustain 156 FPS average, while Ultra remains highly playable at 112 FPS average. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 133 FPS drop, representing a 54% reduction in average frame rate, yet even the most demanding preset nearly doubles the 60 FPS threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance profile remains strong but shows expected degradation from the 1080p results. Low settings deliver 154 FPS average, while Medium produces 115 FPS average with a minimum of 98 FPS and maximum of 132 FPS. High settings hold at 99 FPS average, and Ultra still comfortably exceeds the playable threshold at 71 FPS average. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 83 FPS, a 54% reduction that mirrors the percentage drop seen at 1080p, suggesting consistent scaling behavior across these two resolutions.

At 3840x2160, the performance envelope tightens substantially. Low settings maintain 81 FPS average, which is the only preset with a wide margin above 60 FPS. Medium settings average exactly 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 FPS and maximum of 69 FPS, meaning the combo sits precisely at the playable threshold with occasional dips below it. High settings fall to 52 FPS average, and Ultra drops further to 37 FPS average. The reduction from Low to Ultra at 4K is 44 FPS, a 54% decrease that continues the consistent scaling pattern observed at lower resolutions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i5-13400F sits in a tight cluster of comparable CPUs according to average benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS matches the i5-13400F with a delta of 0%, both scoring approximately 25,284 on average. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are marginally ahead at 25,362 and 25,365 respectively, showing a 0.3% advantage over the i5-13400F. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H trails slightly with 25,201, a 0.4% deficit. In practical terms for Barony, any of these processors would produce nearly identical frame rates when paired with the same GPU, as the differences between them are within measurement noise.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B570's nearest rivals present an interesting mix. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20,534, just 0.1% behind the Arc B570's 20,556 average. The Intel Arc A750 is effectively tied at 20,582, only 0.1% ahead. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and AMD Radeon R9 M390X round out the group with scores of 20,480 and 20,662 respectively, representing deltas of 0.4% and -0.5%. For Barony specifically, the Arc A750 would be the closest alternative in terms of raw GPU performance, while the RTX 3070 Mobile offers nearly identical throughput despite being a mobile part.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-13400F and Intel Arc B570 combination ranks 2985 out of 3717 tested combos for Barony. This places it in the 20th percentile of all configurations, meaning roughly 80% of tested combos deliver higher frame rates in this game. The ranking reflects that Barony is not particularly demanding on modern hardware, and many combinations with higher-end components will outperform this setup. However, the rank should be interpreted alongside the measured FPS data, which shows this combo still achieves playable performance at all resolutions and most presets. The gap between this combo's rank and its actual playability highlights that the game's performance ceiling is relatively low, allowing mid-range hardware to excel.

The Verdict

Barony runs well on this system across all three tested resolutions. At 1920x1080, every preset from Low to Ultra clears the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra delivering 112 FPS average. This makes 1080p Ultra the recommended configuration for the smoothest experience. At 2560x1440, the verdict is similarly positive, with all four presets exceeding 60 FPS. Ultra at 1440p produces 71 FPS average, providing a 18% margin above the playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the situation becomes more selective. Low settings at 81 FPS and Medium at 60 FPS are the only playable options, with Medium sitting precisely at the threshold. High and Ultra fall short at 52 FPS and 37 FPS respectively. The data clearly indicates that 4K gaming is possible but requires settling for Medium settings at best, while 1080p and 1440p allow maximum quality settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals how the CPU and GPU divide responsibilities in Barony. The consistent 54% reduction in frame rate from Low to Ultra settings at every resolution points to a uniform graphics load scaling, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck when settings increase. The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings, where frame rates are highest. At 1080p Low, the 245 FPS result suggests the i5-13400F has ample headroom to feed the Arc B570, as the frame rate is likely GPU-limited even at these settings. The 154 FPS at 1440p Low and 81 FPS at 4K Low demonstrate a predictable resolution scaling pattern that aligns with pixel count differences, confirming that the GPU becomes progressively more dominant as resolution increases.

The gap between Medium presets at different resolutions provides further insight. At 1080p Medium, the combo produces 182 FPS, dropping to 115 FPS at 1440p Medium and 60 FPS at 4K Medium. This represents a 37% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 48% reduction from 1440p to 4K, showing that the GPU's workload scales superlinearly with resolution at medium settings. The CPU's contribution is most significant at 1080p, where the 245 FPS Low result indicates the processor can sustain very high frame rates without bottlenecking. At 4K, the CPU's role diminishes, as the Arc B570's rendering capability becomes the limiting factor across all presets.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves 112 FPS average. This provides a comfortable 87% margin above the playable threshold, making it the clear choice for maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. At 2560x1440, Ultra also remains the best playable setting, delivering 71 FPS average. This 18% margin above 60 FPS is sufficient for consistent gameplay, though users sensitive to frame rate fluctuations might prefer High at 99 FPS for additional headroom. At 3840x2160, Medium is the highest preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of exactly 60 FPS. The minimum of 51 FPS indicates occasional dips below the threshold, so users prioritizing consistent frame pacing might opt for Low at 81 FPS instead. For each resolution, the data supports choosing the preset that balances visual quality with the desired margin above 60 FPS.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Barony at 4K with High settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average frame rate is 52 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Only Low and Medium presets achieve playable frame rates at 4K.

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 2560x1440?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce an average of 71 FPS, making it the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS. All four presets at this resolution are playable.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to the RTX 3070 Mobile in benchmark scores?

A: The Intel Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20,556, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20,534, making the Arc B570 0.1% faster. The two GPUs are effectively tied in performance.

Q: What is the best 4K preset for this combo?

A: Medium settings at 3840x2160 deliver exactly 60 FPS average with a minimum of 51 FPS and maximum of 69 FPS. This is the most demanding playable preset at 4K, though Low at 81 FPS offers a larger safety margin.

Q: How close is the i5-13400F to the Ryzen 5 5600X3D in performance?

A: The i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25,292, while the Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25,365. The Ryzen part is 0.3% faster, which is negligible for gaming performance.

Q: Does the game exceed 200 FPS at 1080p?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average frame rate is 245 FPS. Medium settings also exceed 200 FPS at 182 FPS average, while High and Ultra deliver 156 FPS and 112 FPS respectively.