Thief

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X paired with the Intel Arc B370 lands at rank 3433 out of 3720 tested combinations in Thief. This places the combo in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, a position driven almost entirely by the graphics side of the pairing. The Ryzen 9 5950X itself sits in the 91st percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 51947, while the Arc B370 rests in the 5th percentile among GPUs with an average score of 1184. That massive gap between CPU capability and GPU output defines the entire performance profile for this game.

The recorded data shows that the combo's ranking reflects a fundamental imbalance. The CPU is a high-end desktop part with 16 cores and 32 threads, but the GPU is an integrated graphics solution with only 1280 shading units and a 25 W power envelope. In Thief, which is a 2014 stealth title, the rendering workload falls heavily on the GPU. The result is that even with a top-tier processor, the frame rates remain constrained by the graphics hardware. The combo rank of 3433 out of 3720 means that roughly 287 tested configurations deliver better performance in this specific game, and the overwhelming majority of those outperform the Arc B370 on the GPU side.

The measured FPS data reinforces this ranking. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo reaches 78 FPS average, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. At Medium settings, the average drops to 59 FPS, just one frame short of that threshold. At High and Ultra, the averages fall to 45 and 43 FPS respectively. Moving up to 2560x1440, no settings preset reaches 60 FPS: Low averages 53, Medium 41, High 31, and Ultra 29. At 3840x2160, the situation worsens further, with Low averaging 31 FPS, Medium 24, High 18, and Ultra 17. These numbers confirm that the combo is only viable at 1080p with the lowest preset, and even then the margin above the threshold is modest.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Ryzen 9 5950X performs essentially on par with several other processors. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX has an average score of 52073, which is 0.2% higher than the Ryzen's 51947. The AMD EPYC 8124P scores 52121, 0.3% higher. The Intel Core i9-13900F scores 51730, 0.4% lower. The Intel Core i7-14700 scores 52301, 0.7% higher. These deltas are all within a single percentage point, meaning that swapping the Ryzen 9 5950X for any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical CPU-bound behavior in Thief. The game's engine is not particularly demanding on the processor, so any of these alternatives would yield the same frame rates when paired with the same GPU.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are all much older or lower-end parts. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186, which is 0.2% higher than the Arc B370's 1184. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, 0.5% higher. The AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, 0.7% higher. The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, 1.4% lower. These deltas are also within a narrow band, so the Arc B370's performance in Thief is essentially equivalent to that of these older discrete and mobile GPUs. Users coming from any of those parts would see a similar experience in this game, with the same limitations at higher resolutions and presets.

The practical implication is that if someone were considering alternatives to this combo, the GPU is the component that needs upgrading to change the outcome. Swapping the CPU for any of the listed rivals would not move the frame rates in any meaningful way, because the bottleneck is the graphics solution. The data shows that the Arc B370 sits at the very bottom of the GPU performance distribution, and the nearest rivals confirm that it behaves like a GPU from roughly a decade earlier.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results indicate a clear division of labor in this combo. The Ryzen 9 5950X provides ample CPU headroom, but the Arc B370 becomes the limiting factor at every resolution and preset tested. The scaling between resolutions demonstrates this. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo averages 78 FPS. At 2560x1440 with Low settings, the average drops to 53 FPS, a reduction of 32%. At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the average falls to 31 FPS, a further reduction of 41% from the 1440p figure. This consistent decline as resolution increases is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering resolution directly impacts the fill rate and pixel throughput demands.

The preset scaling at each resolution tells the same story. At 1920x1080, moving from Low to Medium drops the average from 78 to 59 FPS, a 24% decrease. Medium to High drops from 59 to 45 FPS, a 24% decrease. High to Ultra drops from 45 to 43 FPS, a smaller 4% decrease. At 2560x1440, Low to Medium drops from 53 to 41 FPS, a 23% decrease. Medium to High drops from 41 to 31 FPS, a 24% decrease. High to Ultra drops from 31 to 29 FPS, a 6% decrease. At 3840x2160, Low to Medium drops from 31 to 24 FPS, a 23% decrease. Medium to High drops from 24 to 18 FPS, a 25% decrease. High to Ultra drops from 18 to 17 FPS, a 6% decrease.

The pattern is consistent: the largest performance penalties come from raising the preset from Low to Medium and from Medium to High, while the step from High to Ultra is relatively small. This suggests that the higher presets introduce additional rendering features that the Arc B370 cannot handle efficiently, and the GPU's limited shading units and texture units become saturated. The CPU's role is minimal in these transitions, as the Ryzen 9 5950X has far more processing power than Thief requires. Even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would theoretically matter more due to lower GPU load, the 78 FPS result is still below what this CPU could deliver in a CPU-bound scenario, confirming that the GPU is the sole constraint.

The Verdict

The recorded data answers the question of whether this PC can run Thief with a clear conditional: at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo delivers 78 FPS average, exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the only configuration that clears that bar. At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the average falls to 59 FPS, just one frame short of playable. At High and Ultra, the averages are 45 and 43 FPS respectively, which are below the threshold and would result in noticeable stutter and reduced responsiveness.

At 2560x1440, no preset reaches 60 FPS. The best result is Low at 53 FPS, which is still 7 frames short. Medium averages 41, High 31, and Ultra 29. At 3840x2160, the results are worse: Low averages 31 FPS, Medium 24, High 18, and Ultra 17. None of these are remotely close to the playable threshold.

The verdict by resolution is therefore: the combo is playable only at 1920x1080 with Low settings. For users who insist on Medium or higher presets, or who want to play at 1440p or 4K, this system will not provide a smooth experience. The data shows that the Arc B370 simply lacks the raw throughput needed for higher resolutions and more demanding visual settings in Thief. The CPU is not the limiting factor; the GPU is. Users with this combo who want better performance must either lower the resolution to 1080p and use Low settings, or upgrade the graphics solution.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Thief at 60 FPS?

A: Yes, but only at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings, where the average frame rate is 78 FPS. At Medium settings, the average drops to 59 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 1080p?

A: The Low preset is the only one that clears 60 FPS, with an average of 78 FPS. The Medium preset averages 59 FPS, High averages 45, and Ultra averages 43.

Q: Is this combo better at 1440p or 4K?

A: No. At 2560x1440, the highest average is 53 FPS on Low settings. At 3840x2160, the highest average is 31 FPS on Low settings. Neither resolution reaches the 60 FPS playable threshold at any preset.

Q: How does the CPU compare to similar processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X has an average benchmark score of 51947, which is within 0.7% of the Intel Core i7-14700 (52301), the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX (52073), the AMD EPYC 8124P (52121), and the Intel Core i9-13900F (51730). All of these are effectively equivalent in performance.

Q: How does the GPU compare to similar graphics solutions?

A: The Intel Arc B370 has an average benchmark score of 1184, which is within 1.4% of the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190), the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1192), and the AMD FirePro M2000 (1168). These are all comparable in raw performance.

Q: What is the frame rate range at 1080p Medium?

A: The average is 59 FPS, with a minimum of 50 and a maximum of 68. This means the frame rate can dip below 60 even on the Medium preset, making it inconsistent for smooth play.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the Low preset is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS average. The measured average is 78 FPS, which provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 1080p averages 59 FPS, which is technically below the threshold and would not qualify as playable under the database's criteria.

At 2560x1440, no preset achieves 60 FPS average. The highest average is 53 FPS on Low settings, which is below the playable threshold. Therefore, there is no recommended preset for this resolution based on the 60 FPS criterion.

At 3840x2160, the situation is even more constrained. The Low preset averages 31 FPS, which is far below the threshold. No settings at this resolution are playable.

The data indicates that users targeting a smooth experience should run Thief at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. This is the only combination that meets the 60 FPS requirement. For users who prefer higher visual fidelity, the Medium preset at 1080p comes closest at 59 FPS average, but the minimum frame rate of 50 FPS shows that dips below 60 are common.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table summarizes the exact measured frame rates for each resolution and settings preset:

At 3840x2160:

• High: 18 FPS average
• Low: 31 FPS average
• Medium: 24 FPS average, with a minimum of 20 and a maximum of 27
• Ultra: 17 FPS average

At 2560x1440:

• High: 31 FPS average
• Low: 53 FPS average
• Medium: 41 FPS average, with a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 47
• Ultra: 29 FPS average

At 1920x1080:

• High: 45 FPS average
• Low: 78 FPS average
• Medium: 59 FPS average, with a minimum of 50 and a maximum of 68
• Ultra: 43 FPS average

The minimum and maximum values are only recorded for the Medium preset at each resolution. The database does not include min/max data for the Low, High, or Ultra presets. The Medium preset at 1080p shows a spread from 50 to 68 FPS, indicating that the frame rate varies considerably during gameplay. At 1440p Medium, the spread is from 35 to 47 FPS, and at 4K Medium, it is from 20 to 27 FPS. These ranges demonstrate that the Arc B370's performance is not stable, with significant frame time variance even at the lower resolutions.

The overall pattern is consistent: every increase in resolution or preset level reduces the average frame rate by a meaningful margin. The only configuration that provides a smooth experience is 1080p Low, where the 78 FPS average gives enough headroom to absorb occasional dips without falling below the playable threshold. All other configurations either fall short of 60 FPS on average or exhibit minimum frame rates that would cause noticeable hitches during gameplay.