Allods Online

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with the Intel Arc B370 presents a striking contrast in hardware capabilities within the context of Allods Online. The processor is a high-end desktop part with substantial compute resources, while the graphics solution is an integrated-class chip with a modest benchmark profile. The measured frame rates in this MMORPG reflect this imbalance, revealing a system where graphical throughput is the primary constraint across all tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is severe, indicating that the Intel Arc B370 is the limiting component in this pairing. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system reports an average of 108 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same preset reduces the average to 68 FPS, a significant decline. At 3840x2160, the average falls further to 36 FPS. This progression shows a clear pattern: for every step up in resolution, the frame rate is nearly halved, which is characteristic of a GPU that is saturated by pixel throughput demands.

The scaling becomes even more pronounced at higher graphical presets. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 53 FPS at 1080p to 34 FPS at 1440p, and then to 18 FPS at 4K. This indicates that the graphics processor is not only struggling with the increased pixel count but also with the added shading and texture work. The data suggests that the Arc B370's compute units are overwhelmed; its 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 48.00 GPixel/s pixel rate are insufficient for 4K rendering in this title.

The gap between 1080p and 1440p performance is substantial, but the gap between 1440p and 4K is even more punishing. For instance, at Medium settings, the average is 85 FPS at 1080p, dropping to 53 FPS at 1440p (a 32 FPS loss), and then to 28 FPS at 4K (a 25 FPS loss). The fact that the 4K result is below the 30 FPS threshold for playability, even on Medium, underscores that this resolution is not viable for this combo. The processor's high multi-threaded capabilities, evidenced by its 23,230 score in Cinebench R23, are largely irrelevant here because the bottleneck is in the rendering pipeline.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal experience for this combination is found at 1080p with Low settings. This configuration yields an average of 108 FPS, which is the only preset and resolution combo that approaches high-refresh-rate territory. The jump from Low to Medium at 1080p costs 23 FPS on average (from 108 to 85 FPS), but the visual fidelity improvement may be worth it for some users, as 85 FPS remains fluid.

At 1440p, the Low preset is the only playable option, delivering an average of 68 FPS. Selecting Medium at this resolution drops the average to 53 FPS, which is still acceptable for an MMORPG, but the margin for error in demanding scenes is reduced. The High preset at 1440p, with an average of 34 FPS, is borderline, and Ultra is not recommended due to its 21 FPS average.

The Ultra preset is essentially unplayable at all resolutions. The data shows averages of 34 FPS at 1080p, 21 FPS at 1440p, and 11 FPS at 4K. The performance cost of Ultra over High is substantial; for example, at 1080p, the average drops from 53 to 34 FPS, a 19 FPS penalty. Given that the GPU percentile rank is 5, indicating it performs worse than 95% of tested graphics cards, pushing settings beyond Medium is not advisable. For a consistent experience, 1080p Low is the safest choice, with 1080p Medium serving as a viable alternative for those who prioritize visuals over raw frame rate headroom.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the decisive factor in this system's Allods Online performance. Its integrated nature, classified as an IGP with a 25 W TDP, dictates its capabilities. The GPU's benchmark score is 1184 in the 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 test, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. This is a very low standing, and its nearest rivals are older discrete parts like the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which scores 1190 and is 0.5% faster, and the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which scores 1186 and is 0.2% faster.

The memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning the GPU relies on the CPU's DDR5 memory rather than dedicated VRAM. The bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," which means performance will vary based on the system memory speed, but the CPU's dual-channel 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth is the theoretical ceiling. This shared memory architecture is a bottleneck for texture-heavy scenes, as the GPU must contend with the CPU for memory access. The clocks are relatively low, with a base of 300 MHz and a boost of 2400 MHz. While the boost clock provides some headroom, the physical limitations of the 1280 shading units and 20 ROPs are evident in the measured FPS.

The GPU's pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s is a key specification. At 4K resolution (3840x2160), the total pixel count is over 8.3 million. To achieve 60 FPS, the GPU would need to process nearly 500 million pixels per second, which is far beyond its rated pixel throughput. This explains why the 4K results are so low. The FP32 compute of 6.144 TFLOPS is also insufficient for modern game rendering at higher resolutions, as the shader complexity in Allods Online, even as an older MMORPG, quickly saturates these resources.

FAQ

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

A: The data indicates 1920x1080 is the only resolution that provides consistently playable frame rates. At Low settings, the average is 108 FPS, and at Medium, it is 85 FPS. Higher resolutions result in average frame rates below 70 FPS, even on the lowest preset.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Arc B370's average benchmark score of 1184 is nearly identical to its nearest competitors. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186 (0.2% faster), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190 (0.5% faster), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192 (0.7% faster). The AMD FirePro M2000 is slower, scoring 1168 (1.4% slower).

Q: Is the Ultra preset usable at any resolution?

A: No. The measured data shows Ultra preset averages of 34 FPS at 1080p, 21 FPS at 1440p, and 11 FPS at 4K. These frame rates are below the threshold for a smooth gameplay experience, making the preset impractical for this combination.

Q: Does the CPU's performance help in this game?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a very powerful processor with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23230 and a single-core score of 2080. However, its performance does not alleviate the GPU bottleneck. The frame rates are consistently low at high resolutions, indicating that the graphics processor is the limiting factor, not the CPU.

Q: Why is the 4K performance so poor?

A: The 4K results are poor because the GPU's rendering capabilities are insufficient for that pixel count. The GPU has a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs. The data shows that at 4K, even the Low preset only achieves 36 FPS, which suggests the GPU is saturated by the workload.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Medium settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 68 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 53 FPS. The Medium preset also has a minimum FPS of 45 and a maximum of 61, whereas the Low preset data does not include min/max values.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a high-end desktop processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, based on the Zen 5 architecture. It operates at a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. Its benchmark results are robust, with a Passmark multithread score of 40009 and a single-thread score of 4430. It ranks in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 39768. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 7700, scores 40081, which is 0.8% higher, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 40048, which is 0.7% higher.

In the context of Allods Online, the CPU's role appears to be secondary. The measured frame rates are consistently low at higher resolutions, regardless of the CPU's capabilities. For example, at 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 11, a number that is far below what the CPU could theoretically feed to the GPU. This indicates that the game is not CPU-bound in these scenarios. However, the CPU's strong single-thread performance, as shown by its 2080 score in Cinebench R23 and 1212 in 3dmark single-thread, suggests it could handle the game logic in less GPU-intensive situations.

The 96 MB of shared L3 cache is a notable feature of the "X3D" series, which is designed to improve gaming performance by reducing memory latency. While this is beneficial for many titles, the data here does not show a corresponding benefit in Allods Online because the GPU is the bottleneck. The CPU's memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s is also a factor, but since the GPU uses system shared memory, this bandwidth is shared between the CPU and GPU, potentially causing contention. The CPU's high performance does not translate to higher FPS in this specific pairing, as the GPU's limits are reached first.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured data provides a clear picture of this combo's performance envelope.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low settings average 108 FPS. Medium settings average 85 FPS, with a minimum of 72 and a maximum of 97. High settings average 53 FPS. Ultra settings average 34 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages decrease. Low settings average 68 FPS. Medium settings average 53 FPS, with a minimum of 45 and a maximum of 61. High settings average 34 FPS. Ultra settings average 21 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the performance is marginal. Low settings average 36 FPS. Medium settings average 28 FPS, with a minimum of 24 and a maximum of 32. High settings average 18 FPS. Ultra settings average 11 FPS.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each increase in resolution or settings tier results in a significant drop in average FPS. The Medium preset is the only one that provides min/max FPS data, suggesting it was the focus of more detailed testing. The spread between min and max is relatively narrow (e.g., 25 FPS at 1080p, 16 FPS at 1440p, and 8 FPS at 4K), which indicates that the frame times are relatively stable, even if the overall performance is low.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Allods Online, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2559 out of 2775 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 8% of all systems tested for this game. The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU's low performance, as the CPU is in the top 13% of all processors.

The combo rank is a direct consequence of the GPU's 5th percentile standing. The CPU's high benchmark scores do not boost the overall ranking because the game's performance is limited by the graphics processor. The data suggests that for Allods Online, a more balanced system would pair a less powerful CPU with a more capable GPU. The 2559th rank is a poor result, and it indicates that users of this specific hardware combination will have to make significant compromises in resolution and settings to achieve a playable frame rate. The CPU's potential is effectively wasted in this configuration, as the GPU cannot translate its processing power into higher frame rates.