Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator is a simulation title that places the player in charge of a PC repair and assembly workshop. The hardware combination evaluated here pairs the Intel Core i5-13400F processor with the Intel Arc B370 graphics solution. The recorded data shows a system that manages playable frame rates at lower resolutions and settings, but struggles to maintain smooth performance at higher demands. The following analysis breaks down how this combo behaves across different settings and resolutions, what nearby hardware offers similar performance, and where the system's strengths and limitations lie.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i5-13400F sits in a specific performance tier according to the database's measurements. Its average benchmark score of 25292 places it at the 77th percentile among all tested CPUs. The nearest rivals in the recorded data show that this processor is essentially matched by several other chips. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS achieves an average score of 25284, a negligible 0 percent difference. The Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362, which is 0.3 percent higher. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D also scores 25365, again 0.3 percent higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H records 25201, which is 0.4 percent lower. These four alternatives represent the closest performance bracket for the i5-13400F, meaning a user moving between any of these CPUs would see nearly identical processor-bound behavior in this game.

On the graphics side, the Intel Arc B370 is a different story. Its average benchmark score of 1184 comes from a single test, 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12. The percentile ranking for this GPU is only 5, indicating that it sits at the very bottom of the performance distribution among all tested graphics solutions. The nearest rivals confirm this placement. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186, which is 0.2 percent higher. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, 0.5 percent higher. The AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, 0.7 percent higher. The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, 1.4 percent lower. These older and lower-end graphics parts are the direct competitors for the Arc B370, which means the GPU is the clear bottleneck in this pairing. The CPU's performance class is far above what the GPU can deliver in graphically demanding scenarios.

For Pc Building Simulator specifically, the measured FPS data shows that the Arc B370's limited graphics throughput dictates the experience. At every resolution, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is substantial, and the GPU cannot keep up with the CPU's capability. A user comparing this combo to one with a similar CPU but a stronger graphics card would see significantly higher frame rates, while a user with a weaker CPU and this same GPU would likely see similar or slightly lower performance depending on the CPU's own limits.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Intel Core i5-13400F and the Intel Arc B370 becomes clear when examining the frame rate scaling across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo records an average of 113 FPS. This is the highest recorded frame rate in the entire dataset, and it indicates that the CPU has ample headroom to feed the GPU at this low graphical load. Moving to Medium settings at the same resolution drops the average to 80 FPS, a reduction of 33 FPS. High settings at 1080p yield 56 FPS, and Ultra drops further to 54 FPS. The pattern here shows that the GPU starts to become the limiting factor as settings increase, but the CPU still contributes to the overall capability at the lower presets.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern repeats with lower absolute numbers. Low settings produce an average of 71 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium settings drop to 50 FPS, High to 36 FPS, and Ultra to 34 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium at 1440p is 21 FPS, which is smaller than the 33 FPS gap at 1080p. This suggests that the GPU is increasingly saturated as resolution rises, and the CPU's role diminishes. The resolution scaling from 1080p to 1440p at Low settings reduces the average from 113 FPS to 71 FPS, a 42 FPS drop. At High settings, the drop is from 56 FPS to 36 FPS, a 20 FPS reduction. The GPU is clearly the dominant factor at higher resolutions.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is the sole limiting component. Low settings average 37 FPS, Medium averages 26 FPS, High averages 19 FPS, and Ultra averages 18 FPS. None of these reach the 60 FPS threshold. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is only 19 FPS, which is far smaller than the 59 FPS difference at 1080p. This compression of frame rates at high resolution indicates that the Arc B370 is completely saturated and cannot deliver playable performance regardless of settings. The CPU's ability to process game logic, which is substantial given its 10 cores and 16 threads, has no practical impact when the GPU is this constrained. For Pc Building Simulator, the GPU matters more at every resolution above 1080p, and even at 1080p the GPU limits the higher presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The database ranks this specific CPU and GPU combination against all other tested combos for Pc Building Simulator. The combo holds a rank of 3436 out of 3723 total combinations. This places it in the bottom 8 percent of all tested systems. The percentile for the GPU alone is 5, and the CPU is at 77, but the combination's rank is far lower than the CPU percentile would suggest. This is because the GPU bottleneck drags the entire system down in a game that scales heavily with graphics throughput.

The rank of 3436 out of 3723 means that nearly 92 percent of all tested combos perform better in this game. The measured FPS data confirms this placement. At 1080p Ultra, the combo only averages 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 1440p, only Low settings are playable, and at 4K no settings are playable. The system is not competitive with even mid-range hardware from the past decade, as evidenced by the GPU's nearest rivals being ancient ATI and AMD parts. The CPU's strong benchmark scores do not translate into a high rank because the GPU holds back every frame rate measurement. For a user looking at this rank, the implication is clear: this combo is suitable only for low-demand scenarios or older titles, and Pc Building Simulator at higher settings is not within its reach.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 1920x1080?

A: The Medium preset at 1920x1080 is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of 80 FPS. The Low preset averages 113 FPS, and High and Ultra fall below 60 FPS.

Q: Can this combo run the game at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 71 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all record averages below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What performance does the Intel Arc B370 deliver at 3840x2160?

A: The database records no playable settings at 3840x2160. Low averages 37 FPS, Medium averages 26 FPS, High averages 19 FPS, and Ultra averages 18 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-13400F compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scores 25284, the Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365, and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H scores 25201.

Q: What is the GPU's benchmark percentile?

A: The Intel Arc B370 ranks at the 5th percentile among all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 1184 from the 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 test.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank in Pc Building Simulator?

A: The combo ranks 3436 out of 3723 tested combinations, placing it in the lowest portion of the performance distribution for this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded frame rate data for this combo covers three resolutions and four settings levels. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 113 FPS. The Medium preset averages 80 FPS, with a minimum of 68 FPS and a maximum of 92 FPS. The High preset averages 56 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 54 FPS. The minimum and maximum values are only recorded for the Medium preset, where the range spans from 68 to 92 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 71 FPS. The Medium preset averages 50 FPS, with a minimum of 43 FPS and a maximum of 58 FPS. The High preset averages 36 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 34 FPS. The frame rate range for Medium at this resolution is narrower than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is closer to its limit.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 37 FPS. The Medium preset averages 26 FPS, with a minimum of 22 FPS and a maximum of 30 FPS. The High preset averages 19 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 18 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K shows the tightest range of any recorded setting, from 22 to 30 FPS, which reinforces the GPU saturation point.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each step from Low to Medium to High to Ultra reduces the average FPS, but the reduction becomes smaller as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 59 FPS. At 1440p, the difference is 37 FPS. At 4K, the difference is 19 FPS. The GPU's inability to scale with resolution is the primary cause, as the CPU has sufficient headroom at all tested settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the database identifies the most demanding preset that still maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset qualifies, with an average of 80 FPS. This is the best playable setting at this resolution, as High drops to 56 FPS and Ultra to 54 FPS. The Low preset also works at 113 FPS, but Medium is the highest quality option that remains playable.

At 2560x1440, the only playable preset is Low, with an average of 71 FPS. Medium falls to 50 FPS, High to 36 FPS, and Ultra to 34 FPS. The Low preset is the best settings choice at this resolution because no higher preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the database records no playable settings. The highest average is 37 FPS at Low, which is well below the 60 FPS threshold. The verdict for this resolution is that no preset is playable, and the best settings field is null in the recorded data.

The pattern across resolutions is consistent with the GPU's low performance tier. At 1080p, the Medium preset is the ceiling. At 1440p, only Low works. At 4K, nothing works. Users who want higher visual quality must accept frame rates below 60 FPS, or lower the resolution to 1080p.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i5-13400F and Intel Arc B370 combo can run Pc Building Simulator, but only under specific conditions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers playable performance at Low and Medium settings, with Medium averaging 80 FPS. This is the best experience available from this combo, and it allows for a reasonably smooth playthrough at moderate visual quality. At 2560x1440, the system is limited to Low settings, which average 71 FPS. This is still above the 60 FPS threshold, but the visual quality is minimal. At 3840x2160, the system fails to reach playable frame rates at any preset, with the highest average being 37 FPS at Low.

The overall verdict is that this combo is playable at 1080p Medium and below, and at 1440p Low. The GPU's low performance percentile and the combo's rank of 3436 out of 3723 make it clear that this is not a system for high-resolution or high-detail gaming. The CPU's strong benchmark scores are effectively wasted in this pairing, as the GPU limits every measured frame rate. For a user with a 1080p monitor and modest settings expectations, this combo will suffice. For anyone aiming for higher resolutions or Ultra presets, the data shows that this system will not deliver a smooth experience. The playable settings are 1080p Medium at 80 FPS and 1440p Low at 71 FPS, and nothing beyond that.