Allods Online

The Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the Intel Arc B390 produces a starkly lopsided result in Allods Online. The CPU is a top-tier performer, but the GPU is a severe bottleneck, capping frame rates far below what the processor can deliver. Benchmark data shows this combination ranks 2459th out of 2775 tested combos in this game, placing it in the bottom 12% of systems. The measured FPS reveals a configuration where playable performance is only achievable at 1080p with reduced settings, while higher resolutions and Ultra presets fall below acceptable thresholds.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings for this combo in Allods Online?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 with Low settings delivers an average of 120 FPS, which is the smoothest experience. 2560x1440 with Low settings is also viable at 75 FPS average, but 3840x2160 at any setting fails to reach 40 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700KF compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i7-14700KF has an average benchmark score of 70163, placing it 1% behind the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K, 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, and 0.9% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X. This puts it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B390 a strong GPU for this game?

A: No. The Arc B390 scores 1482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. It is only 1.3% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and 2.7% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710, indicating very low graphics throughput.

Q: Can this system run Allods Online at Ultra settings?

A: Not at playable frame rates. At 1920x1080 Ultra, the average FPS is 37. At 2560x1440 Ultra, it drops to 23 FPS, and at 3840x2160 Ultra, it falls to 12 FPS. Ultra presets are not viable for this combination.

Q: What is the most balanced preset for this hardware?

A: The 1920x1080 Medium preset offers a strong balance, with an average of 94 FPS and a minimum of 80 FPS. This is the highest setting that consistently stays above 60 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-core performance relate to this game?

A: The i7-14700KF scores 44167 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 52425 in Passmark multithread. While these are excellent scores, Allods Online's performance here is limited by the GPU, so the CPU's power is largely unused in this specific pairing.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700KF is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on Raptor Lake architecture. It operates with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, backed by a 33 MB shared L3 cache. In synthetic benchmarks, this processor demonstrates flagship-level capability, scoring 44167 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 6235 in single-core. Its Passmark single-thread score of 4480 and Geekbench single-core score of 2578 confirm strong per-core performance, which is relevant for an MMORPG like Allods Online that often relies on a few primary threads.

However, the data indicates that CPU performance is not the limiting factor in this configuration. The combo ranks 2459th out of 2775, a low position that directly contrasts with the CPU's 94th percentile standing among all processors. The i7-14700KF's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, which it beats by 0.2%, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K, which beats it by 1%. These margins are tiny, confirming that the CPU sits at the top of its class. Yet, when paired with the Arc B390, the system's in-game results resemble a low-end machine, proving the processor's potential is entirely untapped.

The CPU's 125W TDP and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory indicate a high-end platform, but the benchmark results in Allods Online show no scenario where CPU capability translates into higher frame rates. At 1920x1080 Low, the system hits 120 FPS, but this is more likely a cap or a reflection of the GPU's maximum output rather than a CPU limit. The i7-14700KF's 20 cores and 28 threads are overkill for this game, as the measured FPS scales directly with resolution and settings, a pattern that points to GPU dependency. The processor's Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 18550 and Passmark integer math score of 183056 are impressive, but they do not influence the playability of Allods Online in this pairing.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is the clear bottleneck. It is an integrated graphics solution based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, running at a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz. The GPU has 1536 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, and 24 raster output units, with a rated FP32 performance of 7.680 TFLOPS. Performance data is scarce, with only a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1482, which places it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are ancient parts like the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and GT 710, which it barely outperforms by 1.3% and 2.7% respectively.

This GPU's memory is "System Shared," meaning its bandwidth is system-dependent and not dedicated. This is a severe disadvantage for a modern MMORPG, and the measured FPS reflects it. At 3840x2160, the Arc B390 manages only 19 FPS on High and 12 FPS on Ultra. Dropping to 2560x1440 yields 37 FPS on High and 23 FPS on Ultra. Even at 1920x1080, which is the most forgiving resolution, the GPU cannot sustain high frame rates on demanding presets, producing 59 FPS on High and 37 FPS on Ultra. The only way to achieve fluid performance is to use Low settings, which yields 120 FPS at 1080p and 75 FPS at 1440p.

The GPU's low pixel rate of 60.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 120.0 GTexel/s further explain the poor scaling. The Arc B390's DirectX 12 Ultimate support is irrelevant when its raw throughput is so limited. In comparison to the CPU, which ranks in the 94th percentile, the GPU's 9th percentile ranking highlights the massive performance imbalance. The data suggests that this GPU is not designed for gaming at high resolutions or settings, and Allods Online's results confirm that it performs at the level of a decade-old discrete GPU, despite being a newer product.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance scaling across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system achieves its best results. Low settings produce an average of 120 FPS, while Medium settings yield 94 FPS with a minimum of 80 and maximum of 108 FPS. High settings drop to 59 FPS average, and Ultra falls to 37 FPS. This resolution is the only one where the game is consistently playable, though High and Ultra presets dip below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, performance degrades significantly. Low settings still deliver a playable 75 FPS average, but Medium drops to 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 FPS. High settings manage only 37 FPS, and Ultra falls to 23 FPS. The jump from 1080p to 1440p causes a roughly 37% reduction in FPS at Low settings, from 120 to 75, and a 38% reduction at High settings, from 59 to 37. This suggests the GPU is heavily resolution-bound.

At 3840x2160, the system is not viable for gameplay. Medium settings produce 31 FPS average with a minimum of 26 and maximum of 36 FPS. Low settings yield 39 FPS, which is the best result at this resolution, but still below playability. High settings drop to 19 FPS, and Ultra is nearly unplayable at 12 FPS. The data shows that the Arc B390 cannot handle 4K in Allods Online under any preset, as even the lowest settings fail to reach 40 FPS.

The most notable trend is the lack of min/max FPS data for Low, High, and Ultra presets at most resolutions. Only Medium presets include min and max values, which show a relatively narrow range (e.g., 80-108 FPS at 1080p). This indicates that the Medium preset provides a stable frame pacing, whereas other presets may have more erratic performance. The 1440p Medium range of 50-68 FPS is also tight, suggesting that when the GPU is not fully saturated at the lowest settings, it may be hitting a CPU or engine limit, but at higher settings it becomes completely GPU-bound.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination of an Intel Core i7-14700KF and an Intel Arc B390 ranks 2459th out of 2775 tested combos in Allods Online. This position places it in the bottom 12% of all systems tested, which is a remarkably poor result given the CPU's capabilities. The ranking is almost entirely attributable to the GPU, as the CPU is in the 94th percentile of all processors, while the GPU is in the 9th percentile. This 85-percentile gap between components is the defining characteristic of this system.

The combo's rank of 2459 means that 88% of tested systems perform better in this game. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX and Ryzen 9 7950X, have similar CPU scores but would likely achieve much higher in-game rankings when paired with a competent GPU. The i7-14700KF's 0.2% advantage over the Ryzen 7 9700F in average CPU score is irrelevant when the GPU is the limiting factor. The data suggests that swapping the Arc B390 for a mid-range discrete GPU would catapult this combo to a top-quartile ranking, as the CPU has ample headroom.

The GPU's nearest rivals are all low-end NVIDIA parts from a decade ago, and the Arc B390 only beats them by 1-3% in synthetic tests. In a real-world game like Allods Online, this translates to performance that matches or is worse than those legacy GPUs. The rank of 2459 is consistent with a system that has a flagship CPU but an entry-level graphics solution, and the benchmark results confirm that the GPU holds the entire system back from achieving any competitive standing.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo are 1920x1080 with the Low preset. This configuration delivers an average of 120 FPS, which is the only result that fully utilizes a 60Hz or higher refresh rate monitor without compromise. The 1080p Medium preset is the best choice for a balance between visual quality and performance, averaging 94 FPS with a minimum of 80 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay even in busy scenes.

For users who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate, the 1080p High preset at 59 FPS is borderline, but it risks dips below 60 FPS. The 1440p Low preset at 75 FPS is a viable alternative for those with a 1440p monitor, but it sacrifices visual quality for resolution. All other settings are not recommended. The 1440p Medium preset at 59 FPS is marginal, and the 1440p High or Ultra presets fall below 40 FPS, making them unplayable for an action-oriented MMORPG.

At 3840x2160, no preset is playable, with even Low settings only achieving 39 FPS. The data confirms that users should avoid 4K entirely with this GPU. The Ultra preset should be avoided at all resolutions, as it produces a maximum of 37 FPS at 1080p and drops to 12 FPS at 4K. The Medium preset at 1080p offers the best combination of stability and quality, with a tight FPS range of 80-108, making it the recommended default for this system. The Low preset is the fallback for maximum performance, and it is the only way to achieve triple-digit frame rates.