Allods Online

The data for Allods Online with the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 reveals a configuration that scales predictably across resolutions, with performance characteristics that point to a blend of CPU and GPU influence depending on the workload. This analysis breaks down the measured frames per second (FPS) to understand where the bottlenecks lie and how the hardware responds to different visual presets.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS progression from 1080p to 4K shows a classic pattern of increasing graphical load, but the magnitude of the drop is highly dependent on the settings preset. At Low settings, the frame rate falls from 300.7 FPS at 1920x1080 to 222.6 FPS at 2560x1440, a 26% reduction, and then to 113.4 FPS at 3840x2160, a further 49% drop. This steep decline at 4K indicates that even at low graphical fidelity, the GPU is beginning to take on a more significant role, though the absolute numbers remain high.

Moving to High settings, the scaling is more linear. The RTX 4070 delivers 172.1 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 109.1 FPS at 1440p and further to 57.6 FPS at 4K. The transition from 1080p to 1440p represents a 36.6% performance loss, while the move to 4K costs another 47.1%. This suggests that at High settings, the GPU is the primary limiter, as the resolution increase directly translates to a proportional decrease in frame rate.

The Ultra preset tells a different story. Here, the performance hit is severe, with 106.9 FPS at 1080p falling to 67.6 FPS at 1440p (a 36.8% drop) and then to just 38.9 FPS at 4K (a 42.5% drop from 1440p). The 4K Ultra result is the only measured configuration that falls below 60 FPS, indicating that this preset at maximum resolution is too demanding for the GPU to maintain a smooth experience. The data suggests that for 4K gameplay, the Low preset at 113.4 FPS is the only viable option for high refresh rate monitors, while 1440p and 1080p offer more headroom.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Its benchmark scores are substantial, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 39,000 and a single-core score of 5,505. In the broader context, this CPU sits in the 93rd percentile of all processors, and its average benchmark score of 47,282 places it nearly identical to the Intel Core i7-13700KF, which scores 47,334, a delta of -0.1%.

Given the high frame rates observed at 1080p, particularly at Low settings where the average hits 300.7 FPS, the CPU is clearly capable of feeding the GPU with data efficiently. The single-threaded performance, evidenced by a Geekbench single-core score of 2,850 and a Passmark single-thread score of 4,333, is strong enough to handle the game logic and draw calls for an MMORPG like Allods Online. However, the scaling pattern suggests that as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, not the CPU.

The 3DMark scores show a healthy scaling from 2,262 for 2 threads to 12,412 for max threads, indicating that the processor can leverage its multi-threading capabilities when needed. For a game like Allods Online, which may not be heavily optimized for many cores, the high single-core performance is likely more critical than the 16-core count. The data indicates that the CPU is not a limiting factor at any resolution, as frame rates are consistently high even at 4K when settings are reduced.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable with this combo?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 300.7, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Can this system run Allods Online at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. At 4K, the Low preset delivers 113.4 FPS, Medium delivers 89.1 FPS, and High delivers 57.6 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 38.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 47,282, which is 0.1% lower than the Intel Core i7-13700KF's score of 47,334.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 1440p, the Low preset averages 222.6 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 67.6 FPS. This represents a 69.6% reduction in frame rate when moving to Ultra.

Q: According to the data, is the GPU or CPU more likely to be the bottleneck at 1080p High settings?

A: At 1080p High, the system achieves 172.1 FPS. Given the CPU's high single-thread score of 5,505 in Cinebench R23 and the GPU's 81st percentile ranking among all GPUs, the frame rate is likely constrained by the GPU's rendering capabilities rather than the CPU.

Q: What is the rank of this specific CPU and GPU combination in the database for Allods Online?

A: The combo is ranked 289 out of 1,715 tested combinations in the database.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 4070 and i7-13700K produce a wide range of results depending on the preset. Low settings yield an average of 300.7 FPS, Medium produces 274.7 FPS, High reaches 172.1 FPS, and Ultra drops to 106.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is modest at 8.6%, but the jump from Medium to High is substantial, costing 37.4% of the frame rate. Ultra further reduces performance by 37.9% compared to High.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern holds but with lower absolute numbers. Low averages 222.6 FPS, Medium 171.4 FPS, High 109.1 FPS, and Ultra 67.6 FPS. The relative drop from Low to Medium is 23%, from Medium to High is 36.3%, and from High to Ultra is 38.1%. The 1440p results show that the GPU is working harder, but the system remains capable of high refresh rate gaming on most presets.

At 3840x2160, the performance curve steepens. Low settings still produce a playable 113.4 FPS, and Medium manages 89.1 FPS. High settings fall to 57.6 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay, and Ultra drops to 38.9 FPS, which is not ideal for fast-paced action. The data shows that 4K gaming is possible but requires setting expectations appropriately; only Low and Medium presets provide frame rates above 60 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database for Allods Online, this specific combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 289th out of 1,715 tested combos. This places it in the top 16.9% of all configurations tested, indicating a strong overall performance level. The CPU's 93rd percentile ranking among all processors and the GPU's 81st percentile ranking contribute to this solid position.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 37,283 is close to that of the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, which scores 37,507, a delta of -0.6%. This suggests that in synthetic tests, the RTX 4070 performs similarly to that older AMD card, though the measured game FPS indicates the RTX 4070 is well-suited for this title. The CPU's nearest rival, the i7-13700KF, performs nearly identically with a delta of -0.1%, meaning the K variant offers no meaningful performance advantage in this context.

The ranking reflects that while this is not a top-tier extreme setup, it is a high-performing combination that handles Allods Online well across most settings and resolutions, with the primary caveat being 4K Ultra performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays, the High preset at 172.1 FPS offers a balanced experience with good visual quality and frame rates well above 144 Hz. For those with 240 Hz monitors, the Medium preset at 274.7 FPS is a better choice, sacrificing some visual fidelity for a significant frame rate boost. The Ultra preset at 106.9 FPS is still smooth but may not be worth the performance cost.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 109.1 FPS is the sweet spot for most users, providing a solid balance of detail and speed. The Medium preset at 171.4 FPS is ideal for high refresh rate 1440p monitors, while the Ultra preset at 67.6 FPS is playable but approaches the lower limit of smoothness. For 4K resolution, the Medium preset at 89.1 FPS is the best choice, as it offers a significant improvement over Low without the steep drop to 57.6 FPS seen at High. The Ultra preset at 4K should be avoided due to its sub-60 FPS average.

The data indicates that the Low preset is generally unnecessary for this hardware, as even the Medium preset provides high frame rates at all resolutions. The exception is 4K, where Low at 113.4 FPS might be preferred by competitive players seeking maximum frame rates. Overall, the Medium preset at 1440p or 4K, or High at 1080p, provides the best experience per the measured rows.