Allods Online

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and Intel Arc B570 combination delivers a highly variable experience in Allods Online, with performance swinging dramatically based on resolution and quality settings. The data shows that this pairing is capable of very high frame rates at lower presets, but it struggles to maintain smooth gameplay at the highest visual fidelity, particularly at 4K. The measured results indicate a system that is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming at medium settings, but which quickly becomes GPU-limited at higher resolutions and presets.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS for this combination is 91 frames per second at 1920x1080 with the High preset.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500F has a multi-threaded average benchmark score of 24964, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i7-11850H and 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i7-13620H, but 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F.

Q: What is the lowest average frame rate recorded in the measured data?

A: The lowest average FPS is 19, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with the Ultra settings preset.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The Intel Arc B570 features a 160-bit memory bus and GDDR6 memory, providing a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s.

Q: How does the GPU's average benchmark score compare to the Intel Arc A750?

A: The Intel Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, which is 0.1% lower than the Intel Arc A750's score of 20582.

Q: At which resolution and settings does the combo achieve its highest average frame rate?

A: The highest average frame rate of 184 FPS is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, built on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. These specifications place it in the 77th percentile among all CPUs tested, indicating a strong performer for its class. Its benchmark results show a significant scaling from single-threaded to multi-threaded workloads, with a single-thread score of 974 and a max-thread score of 6379 in 3DMark tests. This suggests that the CPU has ample headroom for handling both the main game thread and background tasks common in an MMORPG.

In the context of Allods Online, a title released in 2010, the CPU's role is likely to be less demanding than in modern AAA games. The Ryzen 5 7500F's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a Geekbench single-core score of 2374 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3218, is crucial for maintaining high frame rates when the game's logic and UI rendering are the primary bottlenecks. The processor's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth provide a solid foundation for feeding data to the GPU. The data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 184 FPS, a figure that suggests the CPU is capable of driving very high frame rates when the GPU is not the limiting factor. However, as resolution and settings increase, the performance scaling indicates that the GPU becomes the primary constraint, meaning the CPU is not the bottleneck in this particular pairing for this game.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is a discrete GPU based on the Xe2-HPG architecture, built on a 5 nm process. It operates at a consistent clock speed of 2500 MHz for both base and boost, and features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, delivering 380.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The GPU has 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units. It is positioned in the 65th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20556. Its performance is close to that of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, from which it trails by 0.1%, and the Intel Arc A750, which it trails by 0.1%.

For Allods Online, the GPU's role becomes more significant as graphical settings are increased. The measured frame rates show a consistent drop as settings move from Low to Ultra. At 1080p, the average FPS drops from 184 on Low to 57 on Ultra, a 3.2x reduction in performance. This pattern is consistent across all resolutions, indicating that the game's higher presets are heavily dependent on GPU capabilities like pixel fill rate (200.0 GPixel/s) and texture rate (360.0 GTexel/s). The Arc B570's 10 GB VRAM buffer is ample for this older title, but the raw compute power, measured at 11.52 TFLOPS FP32, is what determines the frame rate at higher settings. The data suggests that while the GPU is capable of excellent performance at medium settings, the transition to High and Ultra presets leads to a substantial performance penalty, likely due to increases in shading complexity and draw calls.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the combo's performance across different resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is highly capable, with average frame rates of 184 FPS on Low, 144 FPS on Medium, and 91 FPS on High. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 122 FPS and a maximum of 165 FPS, indicating a consistent experience. The Ultra preset, however, drops to 57 FPS, which is a significant decrease but still playable. The 1080p results confirm that this combination is more than adequate for high-refresh-rate monitors at lower settings and remains smooth at the High preset.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. The average FPS is 116 on Low, 91 on Medium, and 57 on High. The Medium preset shows a range of 77 to 104 FPS. The Ultra preset sees a more dramatic drop to 36 FPS, which begins to feel less fluid. The step from High to Ultra at this resolution represents a 36.8% performance hit, indicating that the Ultra preset is particularly demanding. At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. The average FPS is 61 on Low, 47 on Medium, and 30 on High. The Medium preset records a minimum of 40 FPS and a maximum of 55 FPS. The Ultra preset is nearly unplayable, with an average of just 19 FPS. The data shows a clear trend: the system is excellent at 1080p, good at 1440p for all but the highest preset, and only suitable for lower settings at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the bottleneck characteristics of this system. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 184 at 1080p to 116 at 1440p and 61 at 4K. This represents a 37% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 47% drop from 1440p to 4K. This scaling is relatively linear, suggesting that even at Low settings, the GPU is still doing significant work. At Medium settings, the frame rates are 144 at 1080p, 91 at 1440p, and 47 at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 36.8%, and from 1440p to 4K is 48.4%. This pattern indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting component, as the frame rate is roughly halving with each doubling of pixel count.

The scaling at High settings shows a similar trend, with 91 FPS at 1080p, 57 FPS at 1440p, and 30 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 37.4%, and from 1440p to 4K is 47.4%. This consistent ~37% drop from 1080p to 1440p and ~47% drop from 1440p to 4K across all settings strongly suggests that the Intel Arc B570 is the limiting component in this pairing. The CPU, which is more than capable of high frame rates at 1080p, is not the constraint. The performance is scaling closely with the number of pixels being rendered, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The 4K Ultra result of 19 FPS is the clearest indicator of this, as the GPU simply does not have the throughput to handle the increased shading and fill rate demands at that resolution.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the Medium preset is the best choice for a high-refresh-rate experience, offering an average of 144 FPS with a minimum of 122 FPS. This provides a smooth and responsive feel for an MMORPG, where consistent frame times are important. The High preset at 91 FPS is also viable for those who prioritize visual quality over maximum frame rate. The Ultra preset, at 57 FPS, is playable but may not be ideal for fast-paced action. The Low preset at 184 FPS is unnecessary given the strong performance at Medium, but it can be used for competitive play or to minimize any potential input lag.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the clear recommendation, delivering an average of 91 FPS with a minimum of 77 FPS. This provides a good balance between visual fidelity and smoothness. The High preset at 57 FPS is acceptable for slower-paced gameplay, but the Medium preset offers a more consistent experience. The Ultra preset at 36 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below the threshold for smooth motion. At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only viable option for a playable experience, with an average of 61 FPS. The Medium preset at 47 FPS is borderline, but the High and Ultra presets at 30 and 19 FPS respectively are not suitable for general gameplay. The data suggests that for 4K, players should stick to Low settings or consider lowering the resolution. The best overall experience, balancing visual quality and performance, is achieved with the Medium preset at 1440p.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Allods Online, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2945 out of 3670 total combos. This places it in the 20th percentile of all tested systems, meaning that the majority of other combinations deliver higher frame rates in this specific game. This ranking is somewhat surprising given the individual strengths of the components. The CPU is in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, and the GPU is in the 65th percentile among all GPUs. The combination of these two components should theoretically place it higher, but the ranking suggests that Allods Online may favor other hardware configurations.

The low rank could be attributed to the game's age and its potential optimization for different architectures. The Ryzen 5 7500F, while powerful, may not have the same level of optimization for this older title as some other CPUs. Similarly, the Intel Arc B570, despite its raw specs, might not be fully utilized by the game's engine. The data shows that the combo is capable of high frame rates at lower settings, but its performance at higher presets is what likely brings down its overall rank. The 2945th position indicates that while this system is not a top performer for Allods Online, it is still a functional setup that can provide a decent experience, particularly at 1080p and 1440p with medium settings. It is a mid-tier result, reflecting a system that is balanced but not exceptional for this particular game.