Allods Online

Allods Online, a 2010 MMORPG, places unusual demands on modern hardware. The pairing of an AMD Ryzen 7 7700X with an Intel Arc B390 produces a distinctive performance profile that is heavily reliant on settings and resolution. The data reveals a system where the CPU's substantial compute resources are frequently held back by a GPU that ranks in the 9th percentile among all tested graphics cards, resulting in a combo rank of 2459 out of 2775 tested combinations.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X is a formidable processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 4.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. This 7000-series chip communicates over a dual-channel DDR5 memory bus, providing a theoretical bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, and connects to the rest of the system via PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. The CPU's benchmark scores reinforce its high-end positioning; it achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 19088 and a single-core score of 1987, alongside a Geekbench multicore score of 12451 and a single-core score of 2289. Its average benchmark score of 35909 places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, making it a top-tier processor for general and multi-threaded workloads.

In the context of Allods Online, the CPU's role is primarily to feed the GPU with prepared frames. The game, being a 2010 MMORPG, is likely not optimized for the massive thread counts of modern processors. However, the Ryzen 7 7700X's high single-thread performance, as evidenced by its 3DMark single-thread score of 1090 and PassMark single-thread score of 4190, suggests it can handle the game's core game logic and draw calls with significant headroom. The 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB of L2 cache per core are also beneficial for keeping frequently accessed game data close at hand.

The data implies the CPU is rarely the limiting factor. When comparing the frame rates across all resolutions and settings, the pattern is one of dramatic scaling with the GPU's workload. For instance, at 1080p Low, the system achieves 120 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it falls to just 12 FPS. This massive drop is not indicative of CPU saturation; rather, it shows the GPU's inability to keep pace at higher resolutions. The CPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals also confirms its high standing. It is 0.3% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845, 0.5% faster than the Intel Core 7 250H and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350, and 0.7% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H. While these deltas are small, they show the 7700X sits at the top of this performance bracket, meaning it is not the bottleneck in this system.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data tells a clear story about the system's bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces 120 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low reduces this to 75 FPS, a 37.5% drop. At 4K Low, the frame rate halves again to 39 FPS. This scaling pattern is the classic signature of a GPU-bound system. As the resolution increases, the number of pixels the Intel Arc B390 must shade multiplies, and its fixed hardware resources (1536 shading units, 48 TMUs, 24 ROPs) become the limiting factor.

The trend is consistent across all settings. At Medium settings, the system achieves 94 FPS at 1080p, 59 FPS at 1440p, and 31 FPS at 4K. At High settings, it achieves 59 FPS at 1080p, 37 FPS at 1440p, and 19 FPS at 4K. The frame rate drops are roughly proportional to the pixel count increase, which is a hallmark of a GPU bottleneck. For example, going from 1080p to 4K increases the pixel count by a factor of four. The FPS at 4K High (19) is roughly one-third of the FPS at 1080p High (59), indicating the GPU is scaling as expected under increased load.

This behavior implies that the Ryzen 7 7700X has ample performance headroom. Even at the lowest resolution and settings, the CPU is not preventing the GPU from reaching its maximum output. The data suggests that if a more powerful GPU were paired with this CPU, the frame rates would scale much more favorably at higher resolutions, as the CPU has the raw throughput to support it. The 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth and dual-channel DDR5 support further ensure the CPU is not starved for data, allowing it to maintain high performance in any scenario.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combined performance of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and Intel Arc B390 in Allods Online is ranked 2459 out of 2775 tested combinations. This places the combo in the bottom 11% of all systems tested for this game. This low ranking is a direct consequence of the GPU's weak performance, as the CPU is a top-tier part. The combination of a high-end CPU with a low-end GPU creates a significant imbalance that drags the overall system ranking down.

The GPU's individual percentile ranking of 9 (compared to all GPUs) is the primary driver of this poor combo result. The Intel Arc B390's average benchmark score of 1482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 is extremely low, and its nearest rivals are all ancient, low-powered parts. 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 entry-level or obsolete GPUs, which clearly illustrates the Arc B390's performance class.

The high CPU rank (85th percentile) does little to offset the GPU's deficiencies in this specific game. While the CPU's power ensures that the system can handle complex calculations and background tasks, the frame rate in Allods Online is ultimately determined by the GPU's ability to render the scene. The data suggests that this combo is severely underpowered for smooth gameplay at higher settings, and the system's rank reflects this reality. It is a clear case where the weakest link in the chain dictates the overall performance, regardless of the strength of the other components.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the system achieves playable frame rates. At 1080p with Low settings, it hits 120 FPS, and at Medium settings, it reaches 94 FPS. Higher resolutions, such as 2560x1440 and 3840x2160, result in significantly lower performance, especially at higher settings.

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

A: The data shows that 4K gaming is not viable. At 4K Low settings, the average FPS is 39, which is borderline playable, but at Medium it drops to 31 FPS, High to 19 FPS, and Ultra to a mere 12 FPS. These frame rates are too low for a smooth experience.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X has an average benchmark score of 35909. It is 0.3% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 (35802), 0.5% faster than the Intel Core 7 250H (35728) and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 (35719), and 0.7% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H (35670).

Q: What settings provide the most balanced experience?

A: At 1080p, the Medium preset provides a good balance, with an average of 94 FPS and a minimum of 80 FPS. The Low preset offers the highest frame rate at 120 FPS, while the High preset drops to 59 FPS. The Ultra preset is not recommended due to its low 37 FPS average.

Q: Is the GPU or the CPU the bottleneck in this system?

A: The data strongly indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The frame rate scales almost linearly with resolution, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound system. The high-end CPU (85th percentile) has significant headroom, but the Intel Arc B390 (9th percentile) cannot render frames fast enough to utilize it.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The only setting with a recorded minimum FPS is Medium. At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 80. At 1440p Medium, it is 50, and at 4K Medium, it is 26.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B390 is a mobile-class integrated GPU based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz. A critical detail is its memory configuration: the memory size, type, and bus width are all "System Shared," and the bandwidth is "System Dependent." This means the GPU relies on the CPU's system memory (DDR5) instead of dedicated VRAM. This architecture is a major factor in its low performance, as it must compete with the CPU for memory bandwidth.

The GPU's raw compute specifications are modest. It has 1536 shading units and 12 ray tracing cores, with a pixel rate of 60.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 120.0 GTexel/s. Its FP32 performance is 7.680 TFLOPS. These numbers are far below what is needed for demanding games at high resolutions. The GPU's single benchmark score in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 is 1482, which places it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (1463), GeForce 800M (1460), GT 625 OEM (1446), and GT 710 (1443), all of which are very old, entry-level discrete GPUs.

The lack of dedicated VRAM is particularly problematic for a game like Allods Online, which may have large texture sets. The system memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s must be shared between the CPU and GPU, creating a potential bottleneck. This is evident in the performance scaling; the GPU struggles to maintain frame rates at higher resolutions, where the demand for memory bandwidth and fill rate increases. The 80 W TDP and IGP slot width confirm this is not a high-performance part, but rather an integrated solution designed for basic tasks, which is reflected in its poor gaming performance in this title.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The measured data provides clear guidance on which settings to use. The primary goal for a playable experience is to maintain a frame rate above 60 FPS. The only way to achieve this consistently is to play at 1920x1080 resolution. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers the best performance with an average of 120 FPS, which is ideal for fast-paced action. However, for a better visual experience, the Medium preset is the recommended choice, as it still provides an excellent average of 94 FPS with a minimum of 80 FPS, ensuring no noticeable stutters.

The High preset at 1080p drops to 59 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS target, making it a borderline choice. The Ultra preset is not recommended, as it averages only 37 FPS, which is likely to feel sluggish. At 1440p, only the Low preset (75 FPS) is playable; Medium drops to 59 FPS, and High to 37 FPS. At 4K, all presets are effectively unplayable, with the highest setting (Low) averaging only 39 FPS.

Therefore, the optimal experience is firmly at 1080p with the Medium preset. This offers a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining a high, stable frame rate. If a player prioritizes frame rate above all else, the Low preset at 1080p is the only option that provides a substantial refresh rate headroom. There is no scenario in the data where higher resolutions or settings provide a good balance between visual quality and performance, as the GPU's limitations are too severe.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The following table details the exact average frame rates measured for each resolution and settings combination.

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.

The data shows a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases. The frame rate halves approximately every time the resolution is scaled up by a factor of two in each dimension. This is a definitive sign of a GPU-bound system, where the Intel Arc B390's rendering capabilities are exhausted long before the Ryzen 7 7700X's processing power is fully utilized. The system is only capable of delivering a smooth experience at the lowest resolution and settings, and its performance is unsuitable for high-fidelity or high-resolution gaming.