Allods Online

The Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination delivers a remarkably strong performance profile in Allods Online, placing the pairing at rank 442 out of 1715 tested combos. The data shows a configuration that excels at high refresh rates in most settings, though the heaviest Ultra preset at 4K presents a significant challenge. This analysis breaks down the CPU and GPU contributions, answers common questions, and provides specific settings guidance based on the measured FPS data.

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

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The processor's cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. Benchmark results show a single-thread score of 909 in 3dmark and 3481 in PassMark, while multi-thread performance reaches 5912 in 3dmark max threads and 19433 in PassMark multithread. The CPU's average benchmark score of 19221 places it in the 77th percentile of all tested processors.

In the context of Allods Online, a 2010 MMORPG, the CPU's single-thread performance is critical. The game's engine typically relies heavily on a limited number of threads for core game logic, physics, and rendering calls. The i5-12400F's strong single-thread results — a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2332 and Geekbench single-core score of 2221 — indicate it can handle the game's primary thread demands without bottlenecking the GPU. The 12 threads available also provide ample headroom for background tasks, game audio, and network processing.

The CPU's nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score include the Intel Core i7-8700K, which is just 0.1% behind, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS, which is 0.7% faster. This puts the i5-12400F in a performance bracket where it comfortably matches much older flagship processors. The data suggests that in Allods Online, the CPU is rarely the limiting factor — at 1080p Low settings, the combination achieves 243.5 FPS, which is a clear indication that the processor can feed frames well beyond typical monitor refresh rates.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process, featuring the AD104 chip with 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die. The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock is 1920 MHz with a boost clock of 2475 MHz, and memory runs at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). The GPU includes 5888 shading units, 184 texture mapping units, 64 ROPs, 46 RT cores, and 184 tensor cores. Performance metrics show a PassMark G3D score of 26927 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3854, placing the GPU in the 81st percentile of all graphics cards.

The RTX 4070's 12 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for Allods Online, a game from 2010 that was not designed around high-resolution textures. The GPU's raw compute power — 29.15 TFLOPS FP32 — is heavily leveraged at higher resolutions and settings. The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern: at 1080p and 1440p, the GPU provides excellent frame rates across all settings, but the Ultra preset at 4K drops to 36.6 FPS, suggesting that the game's Ultra settings introduce effects that disproportionately tax the GPU.

The GPU's nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (0.6% behind) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (2.2% ahead). This indicates the RTX 4070 desktop variant performs at a level comparable to high-end mobile parts, which is relevant when considering thermal and power constraints. In Allods Online, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at 4K Ultra settings, where the frame rate drops to 36.6 FPS — a clear sign that the game's Ultra preset at that resolution demands more from the GPU than the RTX 4070 can deliver for smooth gameplay.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain a high refresh rate?

A: At 1080p, all settings achieve at least 112 FPS, with Low reaching 243.5 FPS. At 1440p, Low hits 206 FPS and Medium 174.4 FPS, but Ultra drops to 66.8 FPS. For consistent high refresh rates, 1080p or 1440p with Medium or lower settings is recommended.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in multi-threaded tasks?

A: The i5-12400F has an average benchmark score of 19221, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i7-8700K (19210) and 0.3% higher than the Intel Core i5-1335U (19167). It trails the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS by 0.7%.

Q: Is the RTX 4070's 12 GB VRAM sufficient for Allods Online?

A: Yes, the 12 GB GDDR6X memory is more than adequate for this game. The measured FPS data shows the GPU's memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s is not a limiting factor, as even at 4K Ultra, the frame rate is constrained by compute performance rather than VRAM capacity.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 1440p High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 108.4 FPS. This is a comfortable frame rate for most displays and represents a good balance between visual quality and performance.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested combinations in this game?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination ranks 442 out of 1715 tested combos in Allods Online, placing it in the top 26% of all tested configurations.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on the optimal settings for this hardware combination. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 112 FPS, which is playable but leaves headroom for higher refresh rates. The Low preset reaches 243.5 FPS, while Medium achieves 218.6 FPS. For 1080p users with 144 Hz monitors, the Medium preset at 218.6 FPS offers a significant visual improvement over Low while maintaining a frame rate well above the refresh rate.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 108.4 FPS is the recommended choice for most users, as it provides a good balance of visual fidelity and smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 174.4 FPS is better suited for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, while the Low preset at 206 FPS offers the highest frame rates. The Ultra preset at 66.8 FPS is only recommended for users prioritizing maximum visual quality over frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically. The High preset at 55.5 FPS is borderline playable, while the Medium preset at 91.4 FPS is the best option for a smooth 4K experience. The Low preset at 118.9 FPS provides the highest frame rates at 4K, but the visual compromise may not be worth it for a game from 2010. The Ultra preset at 36.6 FPS is not recommended for general gameplay, as it falls below the threshold for smooth motion.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination ranks 442 out of 1715 tested combos in Allods Online, placing it in the top 26% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the strong balance between the i5-12400F and RTX 4070. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking among all processors and the GPU's 81st percentile ranking among all graphics cards suggest that neither component is holding the other back in this title.

The data shows that this combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, where it can easily exceed 100 FPS in most settings. The rank of 442 indicates that while there are faster configurations, this pairing offers a strong overall experience for Allods Online. The GPU's performance at 4K Medium (91.4 FPS) is particularly notable, as it demonstrates the RTX 4070's capability to handle higher resolutions when settings are appropriately tuned.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are: Low 243.5, Medium 218.6, High 176.3, and Ultra 112. This shows a clear scaling pattern where each increase in settings reduces performance by approximately 15-20% from the previous tier. The gap between Low and Ultra is 131.5 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset introduces significant rendering demands.

At 2560x1440, the measured average FPS values are: Low 206, Medium 174.4, High 108.4, and Ultra 66.8. The drop from Medium to High is particularly steep at 66 FPS, while the drop from High to Ultra is 41.6 FPS. This suggests that High settings at 1440p hit a performance wall that Ultra further extends.

At 3840x2160, the measured average FPS values are: Low 118.9, Medium 91.4, High 55.5, and Ultra 36.6. The scaling from Low to Medium shows a 27.5 FPS drop, while Medium to High drops 35.9 FPS, and High to Ultra drops 18.9 FPS. The overall range from Low to Ultra is 82.3 FPS, indicating that 4K resolution places substantial stress on the GPU across all settings.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K varies significantly by settings, revealing the limiting component under different conditions. At Low settings, the drop from 243.5 FPS at 1080p to 118.9 FPS at 4K represents a 51% reduction. This relatively modest drop suggests that at Low settings, the CPU is still a significant factor, as the reduced graphical load allows the i5-12400F to remain a bottleneck even at higher resolutions.

At Medium settings, the drop from 218.6 FPS at 1080p to 91.4 FPS at 4K is a 58% reduction. This larger drop indicates that as graphical load increases, the GPU becomes more dominant. At High settings, the drop from 176.3 FPS at 1080p to 55.5 FPS at 4K is a 68% reduction, further confirming the GPU's growing role. At Ultra settings, the drop from 112 FPS at 1080p to 36.6 FPS at 4K is a 67% reduction.

The data indicates that at lower settings, the i5-12400F's single-thread performance limits frame rates, as evidenced by the 243.5 FPS ceiling at 1080p Low. As settings increase, the RTX 4070 becomes the primary constraint, particularly at 4K where the GPU must render significantly more pixels. The 4K Ultra result of 36.6 FPS clearly shows the GPU is overwhelmed, while the 1080p Low result of 243.5 FPS shows the CPU's capabilities are similarly maxed out. The balanced nature of this combo is evident in the fact that neither component completely dominates across all settings and resolutions.