Allods Online

Allods Online is a 2010 MMORPG that remains surprisingly demanding at higher settings, and the combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 with the Intel Arc B390 produces a very specific performance profile. The data shows a system that is heavily constrained by its graphics processor, particularly at higher resolutions and quality presets. The Intel Arc B390, an integrated GPU based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, sits in the 9th percentile of all tested GPUs, meaning it performs better than only a small fraction of the database. This makes the pairing's performance ceiling clear, but the Ryzen 5 7600's strong single-threaded and multi-threaded capabilities ensure that the CPU is rarely the bottleneck, allowing the system to hit playable frame rates at lower settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Allods Online with this hardware?

A: Based on the measured frames per second (FPS), 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the system achieves consistently playable results. At this resolution, the Low preset reaches 120 FPS, Medium hits 94 FPS, and High manages 59 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only one that remains smooth at 75 FPS, while 3840x2160 only provides playable performance at the Low preset with 39 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B390's average benchmark score of 1482 places it just slightly ahead of its closest competitors. The data shows it is 1.3% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, 1.5% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce 800M, 2.5% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM, and 2.7% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710. These are all very low-end parts, which illustrates the Arc B390's entry-level positioning.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 a strong CPU for gaming?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 5 7600 is a very capable processor. It sits in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, which is well above average. Its Cinebench R23 scores of 1852 for single-core and 12735 for multi-core demonstrate solid performance. It is also competitive with its nearest rivals, scoring within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS, AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, and Intel Core i9-11900KF.

Q: Should I expect a smooth experience at 2560x1440 with this setup?

A: Only if you stick to the Low preset. The measured data shows 75 FPS on Low at this resolution. However, the Medium preset drops to 59 FPS, High falls to 37 FPS, and Ultra is unplayable at 23 FPS. The Arc B390's performance scales very poorly with increasing graphical demands at this resolution.

Q: What is the CPU's performance like compared to its immediate rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 performs essentially identically to its nearest rivals. It has an average benchmark score of 26324, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX and 0.4% higher than the Intel Core i9-11900KF. It is only 0.3% slower than the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS and 0.5% slower than the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U, showing it is a well-rounded mid-range performer.

Q: Can this system run the game at the Ultra preset?

A: Technically, it can run at Ultra, but the result is not a playable experience. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 37 FPS. At 2560x1440, it drops to 23 FPS, and at 3840x2160, it falls to a slideshow-like 12 FPS. The data strongly suggests avoiding this preset for any serious gameplay.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is the defining component in this build, and its capabilities largely dictate the overall gaming experience in Allods Online. The GPU's specifications are modest, featuring 1536 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, and 24 raster output pipelines. It has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz, but its memory configuration is the most significant limiting factor, as it uses "System Shared" memory with bandwidth that is "System Dependent." This means the GPU relies on the system's main memory, which can create a performance bottleneck in demanding scenes.

The Arc B390's benchmark results reinforce this assessment. It scores a 1482 on the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, which places it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. This is a very low score, and the nearest rivals listed are all older, entry-level NVIDIA parts like the GeForce GT 520MX and GeForce GT 710. The delta percentages are very small, with the Arc B390 being only 2.7% faster than the GT 710, indicating that it is competing in a very low-performance tier. In Allods Online, this translates directly to the measured frame rates; the GPU is the primary reason why the system's performance collapses as the resolution increases and the settings are raised. At 1080p Low, the GPU can keep up, but at 4K Ultra, it is completely overwhelmed.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and Intel Arc B390 combination ranks 2459 out of 2775 tested combos in Allods Online. This places it in the bottom 11% of all system configurations, which is a poor overall standing. This low rank is almost entirely attributable to the GPU. While the Ryzen 5 7600 is a solid processor, its performance is severely hamstrung by the Arc B390's limited graphics power. The data suggests that pairing a high-performing CPU with a very low-performing GPU results in a system that is not well-balanced for this title, as the GPU cannot translate the CPU's processing power into high frame rates. The ranking indicates that most other hardware combinations, even those with weaker CPUs, are able to achieve better overall performance in this game by virtue of having a more capable graphics solution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the system's capabilities and limitations across different resolutions and settings. The performance scales predictably, with the Arc B390's workload increasing dramatically as resolution and quality settings climb.

At 1920x1080, the system shows its best performance. The Low preset delivers an average of 120 FPS, which is an excellent result for a smooth experience. The Medium preset is also very playable, with an average of 94 FPS and a measured range between 80 and 108 FPS. The High preset drops to an average of 59 FPS, which is right on the border of playability for many users. The Ultra preset, however, is not recommended, as it falls to an average of just 37 FPS.

Moving up to 2560x1440, the performance impact is significant. The Low preset remains the only playable option, with an average of 75 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 59 FPS, with a range of 50 to 68 FPS. The High preset becomes difficult to play at 37 FPS, and the Ultra preset is essentially unplayable at 23 FPS. The step up from 1080p to 1440p reduces the Low preset's frame rate by over a third, highlighting the GPU's lack of headroom.

At 3840x2160, the system is clearly out of its depth. The Low preset manages an average of 39 FPS, which is borderline playable. The Medium preset drops to 31 FPS, with a range of 26 to 36 FPS. The High preset is a stuttery 19 FPS, and the Ultra preset is a presentation-like 12 FPS. The data shows a consistent pattern: the Arc B390 can handle the game at 1080p with lower settings, but struggles significantly at higher resolutions.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is the strong foundation of this system. It is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, built on the Zen 4 architecture and code-named Raphael. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, which are good frequencies for gaming. The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache is also a positive factor for game performance. In synthetic benchmarks, the Ryzen 5 7600 performs strongly, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12735 and a single-core score of 1852. Its Geekbench scores are also solid, with 13413 in multi-core and 2521 in single-core.

The CPU's performance relative to its peers is excellent. It scores in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, and its average benchmark score of 26324 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. For instance, it is only 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX and a mere 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11900KF. This indicates that the Ryzen 5 7600 is a very capable processor that will not bottleneck most gaming scenarios. In Allods Online, the CPU's role seems to be a supportive one. The frame rates are so heavily dictated by the GPU's limitations that the CPU never appears to be the limiting factor. Even at 1080p Low, where the system hits 120 FPS, the 6-core, 12-thread configuration is likely sufficient to feed the GPU with the necessary draw calls and game data.

Settings Recommendations

Given the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this system are clear. The primary goal is to maintain a playable frame rate, and the data shows that the Intel Arc B390 can only achieve this at lower presets. The Low preset is the only one that provides a consistently smooth experience across all tested resolutions, making it the safest and most reliable choice for gameplay.

For the best overall experience, playing at 1920x1080 with the Low preset is the most logical recommendation. This combination yields an average of 120 FPS, providing a very fluid and responsive experience. If you prefer better visual fidelity and can tolerate a lower frame rate, the Medium preset at 1080p is a viable alternative, with an average of 94 FPS. This is the highest quality preset that remains comfortably playable.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only sensible option, offering 75 FPS. The Medium preset at this resolution drops to 59 FPS, which is acceptable but less ideal. All other presets at this resolution should be avoided due to low frame rates. At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only option worth considering, but even then, the 39 FPS average is not ideal for a smooth experience. The data strongly suggests that this system is best paired with a 1080p monitor, and users should stick to the Low or Medium presets to avoid frustrating performance drops. The Ultra preset should be avoided entirely, as it produces unplayable results at every resolution.