Minimum

The benchmark data for Intel Core Ultra 5 225 paired with the Intel Arc B580 in Minimum shows a system with clear 1080p and 1440p capability, but one that falls short of the 60 FPS threshold at 4K. The measured results place this combination at rank 2790 out of 3712 tested configurations, indicating a mid-pack standing for this specific title. The data reveals a consistent scaling pattern where the Arc B580’s 12 GB frame buffer and the CPU’s 10 cores interact predictably across resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its strongest performance. With Low settings, the average frame rate hits 165 FPS, providing a massive headroom above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium settings see the average dip to 126 FPS, with a minimum of 107 FPS and a maximum of 145 FPS, showing tight frame pacing. High settings still produce a robust 106 FPS average, while Ultra settings remain comfortably playable at 81 FPS average. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 84 FPS, illustrating that even the most demanding preset leaves significant performance on the table.

Moving to 2560x1440, the scaling becomes more pronounced. Low settings produce an average of 106 FPS, which matches the 1080p High result exactly, suggesting that resolution scaling here is roughly equivalent to one full settings tier. Medium settings average 81 FPS with a minimum of 69 FPS and maximum of 93 FPS, keeping the experience smooth. High settings drop to a 68 FPS average, still above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings, however, fall to 52 FPS average, which fails to meet the playable threshold and shows a 16 FPS loss compared to High.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playability. Low settings produce a 57 FPS average, just 3 FPS short of the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings average 44 FPS, with a minimum of 37 FPS and maximum of 50 FPS, showing significant dips below playability. High settings drop further to 37 FPS average, while Ultra settings bottom out at 28 FPS average. The progression from Low to Ultra at 4K represents a 29 FPS loss, which is the steepest settings penalty across all resolutions tested.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that remains at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 81 FPS. This gives a 21 FPS margin over the playable threshold, allowing for consistent performance even in action-heavy sequences. The data shows no reason to compromise on visual quality at this resolution, as even the highest preset maintains a substantial safety buffer.

For 2560x1440, the best playable setting is High, delivering a 68 FPS average. This provides an 8 FPS margin above the 60 FPS threshold. While Medium also clears the bar with an 81 FPS average, High offers the better visual fidelity while still maintaining playability. Ultra at 52 FPS falls short, making High the clear choice for 1440p gaming.

At 3840x2160, no preset achieves the 60 FPS threshold. Low settings come closest at 57 FPS, but this still falls below the playable mark. The verdict data confirms that no playable settings exist at 4K for this combination, meaning users must either lower resolution or accept sub-60 FPS performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and Intel Arc B580 share the workload differently depending on resolution. At 1920x1080, the CPU’s strength becomes more relevant. The processor’s 3.30 GHz base clock and 4.90 GHz boost clock, combined with 10 cores and 10 threads, provide enough headroom to keep frame rates high even at Low settings where the GPU has less work. The 165 FPS result at 1080p Low suggests the CPU can feed frames faster than the GPU can render them at lower resolutions.

The scaling from 1080p Low to 1440p Low shows a drop from 165 FPS to 106 FPS, a 36% reduction. This indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as pixel count increases. The Arc B580’s 2560 shading units and 80 ROPs handle the increased fill rate demands, but the 456.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 192-bit bus width create a bottleneck as resolution climbs.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s role dominates entirely. The 37 FPS average at High settings versus the 57 FPS at Low settings shows a 35% performance swing based solely on preset changes. This wide gap between settings at 4K, compared to the narrower spreads at lower resolutions, confirms that the Arc B580’s 13.67 TFLOPS FP32 compute is the primary constraint. The CPU’s influence diminishes at 4K, as the GPU cannot generate enough frames to stress the processor’s capabilities.

The medium preset data provides additional insight. At 1080p Medium, the 126 FPS average with 107 FPS minimum shows a 19 FPS variance. At 1440p Medium, the 81 FPS average with 69 FPS minimum shows a 12 FPS variance. At 4K Medium, the 44 FPS average with 37 FPS minimum shows a 7 FPS variance. This narrowing variance at higher resolutions indicates that frame pacing becomes more consistent as the GPU becomes the bottleneck, with less CPU-induced stuttering.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 60 FPS on a 1440p monitor?*

A: Yes, the data shows 68 FPS average at High settings and 81 FPS at Medium settings, both clearing the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings at 52 FPS do not meet the playable standard.

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 1080p?

A: Ultra settings achieve an 81 FPS average, which is the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS. Low settings reach 165 FPS, Medium hits 126 FPS, and High produces 106 FPS.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B580 the limiting component at 4K?

A: The data indicates yes. At 3840x2160, even Low settings only reach 57 FPS, and the average drops to 37 FPS at High. The GPU’s 13.67 TFLOPS compute and 456.0 GB/s bandwidth appear insufficient for 4K at this game’s settings.

Q: How does this system compare to its nearest CPU rival?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 has an average benchmark score of 36938, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F at 36945, showing a 0% delta. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D scores 37018, a -0.2% difference.

Q: What GPU alternatives perform similarly to the Arc B580?

A: The data shows the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP has an average score of 23061, a -0.2% delta from the Arc B580’s 23021. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, a 0.6% delta, while the RTX 3080 scores 23172, a -0.7% delta.

Q: Does the system maintain consistent frame rates or show dips?

A: At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 107 versus a 126 average, showing a 15% dip. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 69 versus 81 average, an 11% dip. At 4K Medium, the minimum is 37 versus 44 average, a 16% dip.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 sits at the 85th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36938. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, scores 36945, representing a 0% delta—essentially identical performance. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D scores 37018, a -0.2% delta, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 scores 37093, a -0.4% delta. The Intel Core i9-12900T scores 37112, a -0.5% delta. All four alternatives fall within a 0.5% performance band, meaning any of these CPUs would produce near-identical frame rates in Minimum when paired with the Arc B580.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B580 occupies the 68th percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 23021. Its closest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, scores 23061, a -0.2% delta. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, a 0.6% delta, meaning the Arc B580 is slightly faster. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172, a -0.7% delta, indicating the RTX 3080 holds a marginal lead. The NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249, a -1% delta, making it the fastest of the four rivals by a small margin. In practical terms, swapping the Arc B580 for any of these GPUs would shift frame rates by less than 2% in Minimum.

The Verdict

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and Intel Arc B580 combination can run Minimum at 60 FPS in specific configurations. At 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clear the threshold, with Ultra achieving 81 FPS average. This makes 1080p the sweet spot for this system, allowing maximum visual fidelity without performance compromises.

At 2560x1440, the system remains viable but requires settings discipline. High settings at 68 FPS average and Medium at 81 FPS both deliver playable performance, but Ultra at 52 FPS does not. Users with 1440p monitors should stick to High settings for the best balance of visuals and frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the system cannot achieve 60 FPS at any preset. The closest result is Low settings at 57 FPS, which falls 3 FPS short of the playable threshold. The verdict data confirms no playable settings exist at 4K for this combination. Users seeking 4K performance would need to consider a GPU with higher compute throughput than the Arc B580’s 13.67 TFLOPS. For 1080p and 1440p gaming, this system delivers solid, measured performance across most settings.