Barony

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the Intel Arc B570 lands in the 2985th spot out of 3717 tested combos for Barony, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This is a measured result, not an estimate, and it reflects a pairing that is fully capable of running the game at standard resolutions but shows its limits when pushed to 4K with maximum quality settings. The data indicates a system that clears the 60 FPS playability threshold comfortably at 1080p and 1440p across all tested presets, while 4K requires dropping to Medium or Low settings to maintain smooth frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

At rank 2985 out of 3717 combos, this configuration sits in the 20th percentile of all tested CPU-GPU pairings for Barony. That ranking might sound low, but it needs context: Barony is a roguelike title with modest graphical demands, and the database includes many high-end combos that vastly exceed what this game requires. The ranking reflects performance relative to every combination tested, not a verdict on playability.

The CPU side of this pairing is the stronger component. The Core i5-14400F achieves an average benchmark score of 32279, which places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are clustered tightly: the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32233 (0.1% lower), the Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226 (0.2% lower), and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32354 (0.2% higher). The Intel Core i7-12800H trails at 32121, a 0.5% deficit. These are statistical ties, meaning the 14400F delivers essentially identical compute performance to those four chips in synthetic workloads.

The GPU is comparatively weaker in percentile terms. The Arc B570 posts an average benchmark score of 20556, putting it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile at 20534 (0.1% lower), followed by the Intel Arc A750 at 20582 (0.1% higher), the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M at 20480 (0.4% lower), and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X at 20662 (0.5% higher). Again, these are near-identical scores, so the B570 effectively trades blows with those four cards in raw compute tests.

The combination of an 83rd-percentile CPU with a 65th-percentile GPU creates a system where the processor is unlikely to bottleneck the graphics card in a lightweight title like Barony. The low combo rank is more a function of the GPU's mid-tier standing than any deficiency in the pairing itself.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Barony at 4K?

A: Yes, but not at maximum settings. The measured FPS data shows 4K Medium averaging 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 and maximum of 69, while 4K Low averages 81 FPS. 4K High drops to 52 FPS average, and 4K Ultra falls to 37 FPS, so those two presets are not viable for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p?

A: Ultra is fully playable at 2560x1440, with an average of 71 FPS. The verdict data lists High, Low, Medium, and Ultra all as playable at this resolution, with Ultra being the highest preset that clears the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to the Arc A750?

A: In average benchmark scores, the B570 scores 20556 while the A750 scores 20582, a difference of just 0.1% in the A750's favor. For practical purposes, the two cards perform identically in synthetic tests.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this combo?

A: The GPU holds the lower percentile ranking at 65% versus the CPU's 83%, and the FPS data shows a pattern consistent with GPU-bound performance. The CPU's nearest rivals all score within 0.5% of it, indicating strong headroom for this workload.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average is 156 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings. This is well above the 60 FPS playability threshold and leaves substantial headroom for any frame rate cap or background tasks.

Q: Does the Medium preset at 1080p provide a smooth experience?

A: Yes, the data shows a 182 FPS average with a minimum of 155 and maximum of 209. The minimum frame rate is nearly three times the playability threshold, so even demanding scenes should stay fluid.

Similar Performance Alternatives

If this specific CPU-GPU pairing is unavailable, the benchmark data points to several alternatives that would behave nearly identically. On the CPU side, the Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226, just 0.2% below the 14400F's 32279. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U at 32233 is a 0.1% difference, and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS at 32354 is 0.2% higher. The Intel Core i7-12800H at 32121 is 0.5% lower. Any of these four processors would deliver statistically the same compute performance in Barony, so swapping one in would not meaningfully change frame rates.

For the GPU, the Intel Arc A750 is the closest match at 20582, a 0.1% edge over the B570's 20556. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20534, just 0.1% lower, and is a direct drop-in equivalent in raw performance. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M at 20480 and AMD Radeon R9 M390X at 20662 are also within 0.5% of the B570. All four cards would produce nearly identical FPS numbers in this game.

A builder assembling a system from these alternatives could expect the same 4K Medium 60 FPS average, the same 1440p Ultra 71 FPS average, and the same 1080p Ultra 112 FPS average. The margins are so small that they fall within run-to-run variance.

The Verdict

This PC can run Barony without issue at 1080p and 1440p, and it handles 4K with adjusted settings. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 1920x1080, all four tested presets — High, Low, Medium, and Ultra — are playable, with Ultra delivering an average of 112 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same four presets are playable, and Ultra holds a 71 FPS average. At 3840x2160, only Low and Medium are playable, with Medium being the best playable setting at exactly 60 FPS average.

The playability threshold is defined as 60 FPS, and this combo clears it decisively at the two most common gaming resolutions. The 4K situation is more nuanced: Medium scrapes by at 60 FPS average but dips to 51 FPS minimum, so players sensitive to frame drops might prefer Low at 81 FPS for a more consistent experience. High and Ultra at 4K are not viable, with averages of 52 and 37 FPS respectively.

For a roguelike where precise input timing matters, the 1440p Ultra preset at 71 FPS is the sweet spot — it offers the highest visual quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above the threshold. The 1080p Ultra preset at 112 FPS is ideal for high refresh rate displays.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data covers three resolutions and four quality presets each. At 3840x2160, the results are: Low averages 81 FPS, Medium averages 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 and maximum of 69, High averages 52 FPS, and Ultra averages 37 FPS. Low and Medium are the only presets that meet the 60 FPS playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, performance climbs substantially: Low averages 154 FPS, Medium averages 115 FPS with a minimum of 98 and maximum of 132, High averages 99 FPS, and Ultra averages 71 FPS. Every preset at this resolution clears the threshold, with the worst minimum (98 FPS on Medium) still well above 60.

At 1920x1080, the results are strong across the board: Low averages 245 FPS, Medium averages 182 FPS with a minimum of 155 and maximum of 209, High averages 156 FPS, and Ultra averages 112 FPS. Even the lowest minimum recorded at this resolution — 155 FPS on Medium — is more than double the playability threshold.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each resolution drop from 4K to 1440p roughly doubles or triples the frame rate at equivalent settings, and the jump from 1440p to 1080p adds another 40-60% on top. The scaling is smooth, with no anomalous dips that would suggest driver overhead or CPU bottlenecks.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, which averages exactly 60 FPS. The minimum of 51 FPS means there will be occasional dips below the threshold, but the average meets the requirement. Players who prioritize consistent frame pacing over visual fidelity should consider Low at 81 FPS, which has a much larger safety margin.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is the best playable preset, averaging 71 FPS. This is the full quality experience without compromise, and the 11 FPS margin above the threshold provides reasonable headroom. All lower presets also work, but there is no reason to sacrifice quality when Ultra is already comfortable.

At 1920x1080, Ultra again takes the top spot with a 112 FPS average. This leaves a 52 FPS margin above the playability threshold, making it the recommended choice for any display setup. The 1080p Ultra result is nearly double the 4K Medium result, highlighting how much headroom this resolution offers.

For anyone building around this combo, the practical takeaway is straightforward: run Ultra at 1080p or 1440p, and drop to Medium at 4K if you must use that resolution. The system handles the game's roguelike gameplay loop without breaking a sweat at standard resolutions, and the only compromise required is at 4K with high-end presets.