Allods Online

Allods Online, a 2010 MMORPG, presents an unusual challenge for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and Intel Arc B390 combination. The data shows a system where a modern 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 processor is paired with an integrated graphics solution that benchmarks in the bottom 9th percentile of all GPUs. This pairing results in a profoundly GPU-limited experience at nearly every setting, with the CPU's substantial capabilities largely left untapped. The benchmark results indicate that this combo is only suitable for the lowest visual settings at mainstream resolutions, and even then, it struggles to maintain high frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a steep and consistent performance drop as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. This scaling pattern is the primary indicator that the Intel Arc B390 is the definitive bottleneck in this system. At the demanding "Ultra" preset, the average frame rate falls from 37 FPS at 1920x1080 to 23 FPS at 2560x1440, and finally to a nearly unplayable 12 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 68% reduction in average FPS from 1080p to 4K.

The trend is even more pronounced at the "Low" preset. Here, the system achieves 120 FPS at 1920x1080, which drops to 75 FPS at 2560x1440, and then to 39 FPS at 4K. The performance is halved when moving from 1080p to 1440p (120 to 75 FPS), and then roughly halved again when moving from 1440p to 4K (75 to 39 FPS). This near-linear scaling with pixel count is a classic sign of a GPU that has reached its absolute limit, as the workload on the renderer increases proportionally with the number of pixels.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor in any of these scenarios. The Ryzen 5 7400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is more than capable of feeding frames to a GPU of this class. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a smaller performance delta between resolutions, as the CPU's workload would remain relatively constant while the GPU's workload scales. Instead, the consistent and dramatic FPS drops across all settings point directly to the integrated GPU's pixel throughput and shading capabilities being maxed out. The 4K "Ultra" result of 12 FPS is a clear indication that this combination is not designed for high-resolution gaming.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware combinations for Allods Online, this pairing ranks at 2459 out of 2775 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 11.4% of all systems tested for this game, a ranking that aligns perfectly with the GPU's performance class. The Intel Arc B390's own benchmark percentile is 9, meaning it performs better than only 9% of all GPUs in the database. Consequently, the combo's rank is dragged down almost entirely by the GPU.

When examining the GPU's nearest rivals in the database, the results are telling. The Arc B390's average 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 is just 1.3% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (1463) and 2.7% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 (1443). These are extremely old, low-end graphics solutions from over a decade ago. The fact that this modern integrated GPU is barely outperforming them in synthetic benchmarks helps contextualize its in-game performance. The Ryzen 5 7400F, by contrast, sits at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with its nearest rivals including the Intel Core i5-14600T and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, all within a 0.3% performance delta. This stark contrast in relative standing between the CPU and GPU explains why the system is so one-sided in its performance characteristics.

Despite the low overall rank, the CPU is doing its part. The data shows that the combo is not being held back by processor performance, but rather by the integrated graphics. For a game like Allods Online, which is an MMORPG with potentially many on-screen characters and effects, a stronger CPU would normally be beneficial. However, in this configuration, the GPU cannot process frames fast enough to ever put the CPU under significant load.

FAQ

Q: What is the primary bottleneck for this system in Allods Online?

A: The benchmark data clearly indicates the Intel Arc B390 integrated GPU is the limiting component. The steep FPS drops as resolution increases, even at low settings, are a classic sign of GPU saturation. The Ryzen 5 7400F's high percentile ranking and the GPU's low 9th percentile ranking further confirm this.

Q: Can this combo achieve 60 FPS at 1920x1080 in Allods Online?

A: Yes, but only on the "Low" preset, where the measured average FPS is 120. At the "Medium" preset, the average is 94 FPS, which is also above 60. However, at the "High" preset, the average drops to 59 FPS, and it falls to 37 FPS on "Ultra".

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7400F a good match for the Intel Arc B390?

A: For gaming, this is a severely unbalanced pairing. The Ryzen 5 7400F is a powerful processor that ranks in the 83rd percentile, while the Arc B390 ranks in the 9th. The CPU's performance is essentially wasted in this configuration, as the GPU cannot keep up with it in any gaming scenario.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Arc B390's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 is only 1.3% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and 2.7% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710. This indicates it performs in a similar class to these legacy, low-end discrete GPUs.

Q: What is the playable resolution for this combo?

A: Based on the data, 1920x1080 is the only resolution that offers consistently playable frame rates, and only on the "Low" and "Medium" presets. At 2560x1440, only the "Low" preset (75 FPS) is acceptable. The 3840x2160 resolution is not viable, with even the "Low" preset averaging only 39 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset to use for this system?

A: For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the "Medium" preset at 1920x1080 is the optimal choice. It yields an average FPS of 94, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and provides a significant visual upgrade over "Low" without the severe performance penalty seen on "High" and "Ultra".

Settings Recommendations

Given the substantial GPU bottleneck, the settings must be chosen with the Intel Arc B390's limitations in mind. The data shows a clear hierarchy of performance across the four tested presets. The "Ultra" preset is effectively unplayable at all resolutions, with average frame rates ranging from 37 FPS at 1080p down to 12 FPS at 4K. The "High" preset is marginal, only achieving 59 FPS at 1920x1080, which is just below the 60 FPS target, and falling to 37 FPS at 1440p.

The most practical option for this system is the Medium preset at 1920x1080. This configuration delivers a measured average FPS of 94, with a minimum FPS of 80 and a maximum of 108. This provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay in most situations. The visual improvement over the "Low" preset is significant, and the performance cost is acceptable. While the "Low" preset at 1080p offers a higher average of 120 FPS, the Medium preset provides a better balance of image quality and frame rate.

If higher resolutions are required, the only viable option is the "Low" preset. At 2560x1440, it averages 75 FPS, which is playable. At 3840x2160, it averages 39 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and will feel less smooth, but is still technically playable. However, sacrificing all visual fidelity for a higher resolution is generally not recommended when the frame rate drops below 60 FPS. The data strongly suggests that the intended use case for this combo is 1080p gaming with modest settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured data for this combo in Allods Online is as follows:

1920x1080

• Low: 120 FPS average
• Medium: 94 FPS average, with a minimum of 80 FPS and a maximum of 108 FPS
• High: 59 FPS average
• Ultra: 37 FPS average

2560x1440

• Low: 75 FPS average
• Medium: 59 FPS average, with a minimum of 50 FPS and a maximum of 68 FPS
• High: 37 FPS average
• Ultra: 23 FPS average

3840x2160

• Low: 39 FPS average
• Medium: 31 FPS average, with a minimum of 26 FPS and a maximum of 36 FPS
• High: 19 FPS average
• Ultra: 12 FPS average

These numbers paint a clear picture. At 1080p, the system can handle "Low" and "Medium" presets well. The step from "Medium" to "High" results in a 37% drop in performance (94 to 59 FPS), highlighting the significant cost of that preset on this GPU. The jump to "Ultra" further reduces performance to 37 FPS, a 61% drop from the "Medium" preset. At 1440p, only the "Low" preset can maintain an average above 60 FPS. At 4K, even the "Low" preset falls below 40 FPS, making the resolution impractical for this hardware. The "Medium" preset is the only one where min/max FPS data was provided, showing a 18 FPS variance between the minimum of 80 and maximum of 108 at 1080p, and a similar 18 FPS variance at 1440p.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael). It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. It features a 32 MB shared L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and single-core score of 3072 place it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, making it a very capable processor for modern workloads.

In the context of Allods Online, this CPU's role is to handle game logic, AI, and the numerous player and NPC entities typical of an MMORPG. However, the benchmark data indicates that the CPU is never the bottleneck in this pairing. The GPU's performance ceiling is so low that the Ryzen 5 7400F is almost always waiting for the next frame to be rendered. The evidence for this is seen in the FPS scaling with resolution; a CPU-bound scenario would show relatively flat frame rates across resolutions, but the data here shows massive drops, confirming the GPU is the limiting factor.

The CPU's high passmark multithread score of 25645 and data compression score of 289999 show it has ample headroom for other tasks, such as streaming or running background applications, while gaming. Its 65W TDP and modern 5nm process also mean it is efficient. For this specific game and this specific GPU, the Ryzen 5 7400F's performance is effectively wasted. A significantly weaker CPU would likely produce nearly identical frame rates in Allods Online, as the Arc B390's rendering capabilities are the sole determinant of performance. The CPU is a top-tier component, but it is paired with a bottom-tier GPU, and the data shows the GPU is the singular reason for this combo's low rank of 2459 out of 2775.