Allods Online

The Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents a striking imbalance in Allods Online, a 2010 MMORPG. The data shows a processor with immense headroom shackled by a GPU that ranks in the 9th percentile of all graphics cards. This analysis interprets the measured frames per second (FPS) across resolutions and settings, revealing a combo that is strictly GPU-limited, a fact that becomes increasingly apparent as resolution climbs.

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

The Intel Core i7-12700KF is a 12-core, 20-thread desktop processor based on the Alder Lake architecture. It operates at a base clock of 3.60 GHz and can boost up to 5.00 GHz. The chip features a 25 MB shared L3 cache and a 10 nm process node. This is a high-end CPU, with an average benchmark score of 35365, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its performance is closely matched by the Intel Core i7-13700T, which scores 35403, a mere 0.1% difference, and it edges out the Intel Core i7-12700K by 0.2% (35287). This positions the 12700KF as a top-tier performer for its generation.

However, in the context of Allods Online, this CPU power is largely theoretical. The benchmark data does not include CPU-specific game scores, but the synthetic benchmarks paint a clear picture of its capability. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28838 and single-core score of 4071 indicate that the processor has ample compute resources for any modern game's logic and physics. The PassMark multithread score of 34092 further confirms its strength.

Despite this, the measured FPS in Allods Online reveals a system that is not bound by the CPU. For example, at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 120 FPS. This is a high frame rate, but it is not a reflection of the CPU's limit. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see similar frame rates across different resolutions at the same settings, as the CPU's workload does not change with resolution. Instead, as detailed in the Resolution Scaling section, the frame rate drops significantly when moving from 1080p to 4K. This is the classic signature of a GPU bottleneck. The Intel Core i7-12700KF is not the limiting factor here; it is providing a stable platform, but the Intel Arc B390 simply cannot translate its vast computational potential into high FPS at higher resolutions.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best performance I can expect from this combo in Allods Online?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 120, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the only measurement in the entire dataset that reaches triple-digit frame rates.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-12700KF compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700T?

A: The i7-12700KF has an average benchmark score of 35365, which is 0.1% lower than the Intel Core i7-13700T's score of 35403. This makes the two processors effectively equivalent in raw computational power.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B390 a high-performance graphics card?

A: No. The Intel Arc B390 has an average benchmark score of 1482 and ranks in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. Its performance is nearest to the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, which scores 1463, meaning the Arc B390 is only 1.3% faster.

Q: What is the highest graphical preset that can maintain a stable 60 FPS at 1920x1080?

A: The data shows that the High preset at 1920x1080 yields an average of 59 FPS, which is just under the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset is the highest setting that achieves an average above 60 FPS, with an average of 94 FPS.

Q: Does the resolution affect the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080, the gap between Low (120 FPS) and Ultra (37 FPS) is 83 FPS. At 3840x2160, the gap narrows to 27 FPS (39 FPS for Low vs 12 FPS for Ultra), indicating that the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions.

Q: How does the combo rank overall in Allods Online?

A: The combination of the Intel Core i7-12700KF and Intel Arc B390 ranks 2459th out of 2775 tested combos in this game, placing it in the lower percentile of systems for which data is available.

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

The FPS scaling across resolutions is the most revealing data point for this combo. The measurements show a clear and severe drop in performance as resolution increases, which is a definitive indicator of a GPU-limited system.

At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 120 at 1920x1080 to 75 at 2560x1440, a reduction of 45 FPS (or 37.5%). Moving up to 3840x2160, the average FPS drops again to 39, which is less than a third of the 1080p performance. This pattern is consistent across all settings. With High settings, the average FPS goes from 59 at 1080p to 37 at 1440p, and finally to 19 at 4K. The Medium preset follows suit: 94 FPS at 1080p, 59 FPS at 1440p, and 31 FPS at 4K. Even the Ultra preset, which starts at a lowly 37 FPS at 1080p, drops to 23 FPS at 1440p and a slideshow-like 12 FPS at 4K.

This behavior is a textbook example of a GPU bottleneck. The workload on the CPU remains constant regardless of the output resolution; only the GPU's workload increases. Since the frame rate plummets as resolution rises, the Intel Arc B390 is clearly saturated. The i7-12700KF is not being stressed by this game; it is easily feeding frames to the GPU, but the GPU cannot render them fast enough. The data suggests that the Arc B390’s performance is so limited that it cannot even maintain playable frame rates at 4K, and it struggles to provide a consistent 60 FPS experience at 1440p, with the High preset averaging only 37 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The overall ranking for this specific combination is 2459th out of 2775 tested combos in Allods Online. This places it in the bottom 12% of all systems tested. This low ranking is almost entirely attributable to the Intel Arc B390's performance.

The GPU itself scores 1482 on the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark and sits in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in terms of average score are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (1463, 1.3% slower), the NVIDIA GeForce 800M (1460, 1.5% slower), and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM (1446, 2.5% slower). These are all entry-level or legacy mobile/desktop parts. The fact that the Arc B390 is competitive with these parts underscores its low absolute performance.

In contrast, the CPU is a powerhouse. The i7-12700KF's average score of 35365 puts it in the 85th percentile, and its nearest rivals are all high-end desktop processors like the Intel Core i5-13600T (35305, 0.2% faster). This stark contrast between a top-tier CPU and a bottom-tier GPU creates a severely unbalanced system. The combo's overall rank of 2459 is a direct consequence of this pairing; the CPU's strength cannot compensate for the GPU's limitations in a graphics-intensive task like gaming.

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

The following is the complete measured FPS data for the Intel Core i7-12700KF + Intel Arc B390 in Allods Online.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: Average FPS of 120.
• Medium: Average FPS of 94, with a minimum of 80 and a maximum of 108.
• High: Average FPS of 59.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 37.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: Average FPS of 75.
• Medium: Average FPS of 59, with a minimum of 50 and a maximum of 68.
• High: Average FPS of 37.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 23.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: Average FPS of 39.
• Medium: Average FPS of 31, with a minimum of 26 and a maximum of 36.
• High: Average FPS of 19.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 12.

The data shows that the only configuration that achieves a consistently high frame rate is 1080p with Low settings. At 1080p Medium, the average of 94 FPS is strong, but the minimum of 80 FPS indicates some frame dips. The 1440p resolution is only playable at Low settings, with an average of 75 FPS. All other settings at 1440p, and the entirety of 4K, fail to reach a 60 FPS average, with Ultra settings proving to be unplayable at any resolution.

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

Given the data, the optimal experience hinges on a trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate. The Intel Arc B390 is the primary constraint, so the settings must be tuned to alleviate its load.

For a smooth, high-refresh-rate experience, the Low preset at 1920x1080 is the only option, delivering an average of 120 FPS. This is ideal for fast-paced gameplay or for players who prioritize responsiveness over visuals. However, the visual quality will be minimal.

The Medium preset at 1920x1080 offers a better balance. It produces an average of 94 FPS, which is still very fluid, and the minimum FPS of 80 ensures the experience remains above the 60 FPS threshold even in busier scenes. This is the highest preset that maintains a consistent 60+ FPS average and is the recommended setting for a good balance of visual quality and performance.

For users with a 1440p monitor, the Low preset at 2560x1440 is the only viable option, with an average of 75 FPS. While this is playable, it may not be as smooth as the 1080p Medium experience. The Medium preset at 1440p, with an average of 59 FPS, is borderline, and the minimum FPS of 50 means it will drop below 60 FPS, which may be noticeable.

The High and Ultra presets are not recommended for this combo. At 1080p, High averages 59 FPS and Ultra averages 37 FPS, and the performance degrades further at higher resolutions. The data suggests that the visual improvements from these presets do not justify the significant loss in frame rate. The best overall experience, based on the measured rows, is the Medium preset at 1920x1080, which provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a comfortable performance margin.