Allods Online

Allods Online, a 2010 MMORPG, presents a unique challenge for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B370 combination. The measured frame rates reveal a system severely constrained by its graphics processor, particularly at higher resolutions. The data indicates that this pairing is best suited for 1080p gameplay, where it can achieve playable performance on lower presets, but it struggles significantly as resolution and graphical demands increase.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is drastic, clearly identifying the Intel Arc B370 as the primary bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 108 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low, this falls to 68 FPS, a 37% reduction. At 4K Low, the average further plummets to 36 FPS, which is just 33% of the 1080p Low performance. This scaling pattern is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound scenario.

The trend is consistent across all settings presets. For High settings, the average FPS drops from 53 at 1080p to 34 at 1440p, and then to 18 at 4K. The Ultra preset shows the most severe degradation, starting at 34 FPS at 1080p, falling to 21 FPS at 1440p, and becoming unplayable at 11 FPS in 4K. The frame rate halves with each step up in resolution from 1080p to 1440p to 4K, a pattern that points directly to the GPU's fillrate and memory bandwidth limitations.

The data suggests that the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, is not the limiting factor in this game. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see more consistent frame rates across different resolutions, as the CPU's workload would remain relatively constant. Instead, the significant frame rate drops with increasing resolution indicate that the GPU is saturated and cannot keep up with the pixel rendering demands. The 1080p results are the only ones that show the true potential of the CPU, as the GPU is less likely to be the sole constraint there.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 is the only resolution that provides consistently playable frame rates. At 1080p, even the High preset achieves an average of 53 FPS, while Low and Medium presets offer 108 and 85 FPS respectively. Higher resolutions like 1440p and 4K result in average frame rates that dip below 60 FPS for most settings.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Allods Online?

A: The data indicates that 4K gaming is not a viable option. At 4K, the highest average frame rate achieved is 36 FPS with the Low preset. The High and Medium presets drop to 18 and 28 FPS, respectively, while the Ultra preset falls to an unplayable 11 FPS. These frame rates are below what is generally considered smooth for an MMORPG.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370's performance compare to its nearest rivals based on the provided data?

A: The GPU's nearest rivals, based on average benchmark scores, are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, ATI Radeon HD 5770, and AMD Radeon HD 7650M. The Arc B370's average benchmark score is 1184, which is very close to the 1186 score of the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (a -0.2% delta), and the 1190 score of the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (-0.5% delta). Its performance is essentially on par with these older cards in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: What is the CPU's performance standing relative to other processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D has an average benchmark score of 27896 and sits in the 80th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U with a score of 27887 (0% delta), the Intel Core i9-10900K with a score of 27872 (0.1% delta), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 with a score of 27932 (-0.1% delta). This places it in a competitive performance tier.

Q: Is the system more limited by the CPU or the GPU in Allods Online?

A: The benchmark results strongly suggest the GPU is the limiting component. The frame rates drop dramatically as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, which is a hallmark of GPU saturation. The CPU, which is a high-end 8-core processor, does not show signs of being the bottleneck, as its performance is consistent across resolutions.

Q: What is the difference between the Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset yields an average of 108 FPS, while the Ultra preset yields an average of 34 FPS. This represents a 68% reduction in performance. The data shows that the Ultra preset is very demanding on the Intel Arc B370, while the Low preset allows for much higher frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

For this specific combination of AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B370 in Allods Online, the data clearly points to the Low and Medium presets as the most viable options for a smooth experience. At 1080p, the Low preset achieves an excellent average of 108 FPS, offering the highest headroom for performance. The Medium preset is also a strong choice, providing an average of 85 FPS with a minimum of 72 FPS, which is still very playable and likely offers a better visual experience than Low.

The High preset at 1080p is playable with an average of 53 FPS, but it is on the edge of what is considered smooth for a fast-paced MMORPG. The Ultra preset, at 34 FPS average, should be avoided. At 1440p, only the Low preset, with its 68 FPS average, provides a consistently smooth experience. The Medium preset at 1440p has an average of 53 FPS, which may be acceptable for some, but the High and Ultra presets are too demanding. 4K resolution is not recommended, as even the Low preset only manages a 36 FPS average.

The recommendation is to prioritize frame rate stability. For the best experience, the 1080p Medium preset offers a good balance, as its minimum FPS of 72 ensures that the action remains fluid. Players who prioritize maximum visual fidelity could try the High preset at 1080p, but they should be prepared for frame rates to fluctuate and dip below 60 FPS in demanding scenes. The Low preset is the safest choice for consistent, high-refresh-rate gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The overall performance of this AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B370 combination in Allods Online is ranked 3385 out of 3670 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 8% of all system configurations, indicating that this is a low-performing pairing for this specific game. The rank reflects the severe GPU bottleneck that limits the system's ability to deliver high frame rates, especially at higher resolutions.

This low ranking is consistent with the GPU's individual performance percentile. The Intel Arc B370 sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, making it a very weak performer relative to the wider market. Its average score is 1184, and it is closely matched with legacy cards like the ATI Radeon HD 5770. This GPU is the primary reason for the combo's poor ranking, as the CPU is a much stronger component.

In contrast, the CPU is a high-performing part. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is in the 80th percentile of all CPUs, with an average score of 27896. This suggests that the processor is more than capable of handling the game's logic and physics. The massive performance gap between the CPU and GPU in this pairing means that the system's overall gaming potential is almost entirely dictated by the graphics card, which unfortunately holds it back significantly.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the decisive factor in this system's Allods Online performance, and its specifications explain the observed results. It is an integrated GPU (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process. Its memory is "System Shared," meaning it relies on the system's main memory, with bandwidth listed as "System Dependent." This is a fundamental limitation, as shared memory is typically slower and has higher latency than dedicated VRAM, which can severely impact performance in memory-intensive tasks.

The GPU has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz. Its raw compute capabilities are modest, with 1280 shading units and an FP32 performance of 6.144 TFLOPS. The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s. These figures, alongside its very low 25 W TDP, classify it as a low-power, entry-level solution. The data shows that this performance is sufficient for 1080p gaming at lower settings, but it is quickly overwhelmed by the demands of higher resolutions.

Its benchmark score in 3DMark Steel Nomad (DX12) is 1184, and its performance is nearly identical to that of the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and ATI Radeon HD 5770. This places it in a performance class with hardware from a much older generation. In Allods Online, this translates to a GPU that can render the game at 1080p Low with an average of 108 FPS, but its performance collapses to 18 FPS at 4K High. The GPU is the clear bottleneck, and its limited fillrate and memory subsystem are the primary reasons for the frame rate drops observed at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the system's performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the system shows its best results. With Low settings, the average FPS is 108. The Medium preset achieves an average of 85 FPS, with a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 97 FPS. High settings produce an average of 53 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to an average of 34 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops significantly. Low settings yield an average of 68 FPS. The Medium preset averages 53 FPS, with a minimum of 45 FPS and a maximum of 61 FPS. High settings fall to an average of 34 FPS, and the Ultra preset is only playable in the most forgiving scenarios, with an average of 21 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the system is heavily overburdened. The Low preset manages an average of 36 FPS. The Medium preset has an average of 28 FPS, with a minimum of 24 FPS and a maximum of 32 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 18 FPS. The Ultra preset is effectively unplayable, with an average of just 11 FPS. These numbers show a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as both resolution and graphical fidelity increase.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a high-end desktop processor, and its specifications suggest it is more than capable of handling Allods Online's CPU demands. It has 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture. It features a large 96 MB shared L3 cache, which is a key feature for gaming performance. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz and it can boost up to 4.50 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 14317 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1452 in single-core, and 11765 in Geekbench multi-core.

These CPU results place it in the 80th percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 27896. It is comparable to other high-end CPUs like the Intel Core i9-10900K, which has a very similar average score. This indicates that the processor has ample compute power to handle game logic, AI, and network processing. The massive L3 cache is particularly beneficial in games, as it can store frequently accessed data, reducing latency and improving frame pacing.

Given the strong CPU performance, the data suggests that it is not the limiting factor in Allods Online. The dramatic frame rate drops when moving from 1080p to 4K are not consistent with a CPU bottleneck, which would typically show less variation across resolutions. The CPU's high multi-threaded and single-threaded scores mean it can process the game's data quickly, but it is waiting on the Intel Arc B370 to render each frame. In this configuration, the CPU's potential is largely untapped, as the GPU's performance ceiling is reached well before the CPU's capabilities are exhausted.