Microsoft Flight Simulator

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and Intel Arc B570 combination delivers a playable experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator, but only at specific resolutions and settings. Benchmark data shows this pairing is firmly a 1080p and 1440p performer, struggling to maintain 60 FPS at 4K. The CPU, a 6-core Zen 4 part with a 5.00 GHz boost clock, and the GPU, a 10 GB GDDR6 card with 2304 shading units, work together to provide smooth flight in less demanding configurations. However, pushing the simulator to its visual limits reveals the hardware's constraints.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the resolution where this combo is most capable, the frame rates show a clear progression. With Low settings, the average FPS is 86, providing a fluid experience well above the 60 FPS playability threshold. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 67 FPS, with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS. This remains playable, though the minimum frame rate suggests occasional dips below the target. High settings produce an average of 50 FPS, which falls short of the 60 FPS goal. At Ultra settings, the average further declines to 48 FPS, indicating that the most demanding presets are not viable at this resolution.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance impact is significant. The Low preset maintains an average of 69 FPS, which is above the playable threshold and shows the resolution scaling is manageable at the lowest settings. The Medium preset yields an average of 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 62 FPS. This is below the 60 FPS target, and the minimum frame rate indicates noticeable stutters during complex scenes. High settings average 41 FPS, while Ultra settings produce an average of 39 FPS. Both are far from playable, suggesting that higher visual fidelity at this resolution is not feasible with this hardware.

At 3840x2160, the combination struggles significantly. The Low preset achieves an average of 51 FPS, which is still below the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset averages 40 FPS, with a minimum of 34 FPS and a maximum of 46 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 30 FPS, and Ultra settings bottom out at 28 FPS. The data indicates that 4K gaming is not a viable option for this pairing, even at the lowest settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Microsoft Flight Simulator at 1080p with high settings?

A: No. The benchmark shows an average of 50 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at this resolution is Medium, which averages 67 FPS.

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

A: The only playable setting at 2560x1440 is Low, which delivers an average of 69 FPS. Medium settings fall short at 54 FPS, and both High and Ultra presets are significantly below the target at 41 FPS and 39 FPS, respectively.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this hardware?

A: No. The verdict data shows no playable settings at 3840x2160. Even the Low preset only achieves an average of 51 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages just 28 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to similar processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F has an average benchmark score of 24964, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. It is nearly identical in performance to the Intel Core i7-11850H, which scores 24935 with a delta of 0.1%. It is also closely matched with the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, which scores 25005 with a delta of -0.2%.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B570 has an average score of 20556, putting it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. It performs almost exactly like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which scores 20534 with a 0.1% delta, and the Intel Arc A750, which scores 20582 with a -0.1% delta.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested systems?

A: In Microsoft Flight Simulator, this specific CPU and GPU combination ranks 2988 out of 3714 tested combos. This places it in the lower portion of the database, confirming its mid-range positioning for this particular title.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that remains at or above 60 FPS is Medium, which achieves an average of 67 FPS. This provides a good balance between visual quality and performance, with a minimum frame rate of 57 FPS indicating only minor dips below the target.

At 2560x1440, the only preset that clears the 60 FPS threshold is Low, delivering an average of 69 FPS. This is the maximum visual quality achievable while maintaining smooth gameplay at this resolution.

For 3840x2160, no preset meets the 60 FPS requirement. The closest is Low at 51 FPS, but this is still below the playable threshold, rendering 4K gaming impractical on this system.

The Verdict

The data clearly shows that this PC can run Microsoft Flight Simulator, but its capabilities are limited by resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS playable threshold with the Low and Medium presets, with the best playable setting being Medium at 67 FPS. This is the target resolution for this hardware, offering a smooth experience without needing to sacrifice all visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the system manages to stay playable only at Low settings, averaging 69 FPS. This is a viable option for users with 1440p monitors who are willing to accept lower graphical details. However, the Medium preset at 54 FPS and the High preset at 41 FPS are not recommended due to the risk of stuttering and inconsistent frame pacing.

For 3840x2160, the verdict is clear: this combination cannot run the game at a playable level. The Low preset at 51 FPS is the best result, but it still falls short of the 60 FPS target. Users with 4K displays should look for more powerful hardware or consider lowering the resolution to 1440p.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the Intel Core i7-11850H has an average score of 24935, which is only 0.1% lower than the Ryzen 5 7500F. This mobile processor would behave nearly identically in this game. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F scores 25005, a -0.2% difference, making it an equally matched alternative. The Intel Core i7-13620H at 24911 (delta 0.2%) and the Intel Core 5 210H at 24872 (delta 0.4%) also fall within a negligible performance margin, meaning any of these CPUs would produce essentially the same frame rates in Microsoft Flight Simulator.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20534, just 0.1% below the Arc B570's 20556. This would deliver comparable performance in the game, though the mobile variant may have different thermal characteristics. The Intel Arc A750 scores 20582 with a -0.1% delta, making it a direct desktop equivalent. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M at 20480 (delta 0.4%) and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X at 20662 (delta -0.5%) are also within a tight performance band, though their older architectures might affect driver optimization in this specific title.

How This Combo Ranks

In the comprehensive database of tested combinations for Microsoft Flight Simulator, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2988 out of 3714 combos. This places it in the bottom 20% of all tested systems, which aligns with the measured frame rates. The ranking reflects that while the system can handle the game at lower settings, it does not compete with higher-end configurations that can maintain 60 FPS at Ultra settings across all resolutions. The rank also indicates that many other combinations offer better performance for this specific simulator, which is known for being demanding on both CPU and GPU resources. For users considering this build, the data suggests it is a competent entry-level option for 1080p and casual 1440p play, but it is not positioned for high-fidelity or high-resolution experiences in this game.