Ark: Survival Ascended
This combination provides smooth gameplay with an average of 82 FPS, suitable for most gaming scenarios.
Performance Analysis
The Intel Xeon E-2436 paired with NVIDIA GeForce MX550 creates solid performance in Ark: Survival Ascended. 4K gaming is possible at 42 FPS, though lowering some settings may improve fluidity. 1440p performance is excellent at 79 FPS, ideal for high-refresh gaming. 1080p gaming excels with 125 FPS, perfect for competitive play. The Intel Xeon E-2436 brings 6 cores, 12 threads, 5.0 GHz boost to handle game logic and physics. Meanwhile, the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 with 2 GB VRAM, 1320 MHz boost clock handles rendering duties. For optimal performance, High settings at 60 FPS offer the best balance of visuals and smoothness.
Hardware Specifications
Intel Xeon E-2436
NVIDIA GeForce MX550
FPS Benchmarks by Resolution & Settings
Performance data for Intel Xeon E-2436 + NVIDIA GeForce MX550 in Ark: Survival Ascended
| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |
|---|---|---|
| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 19.0 |
| 3840x2160 | High | 31.0 |
| 3840x2160 | Medium | 46.0 |
| 3840x2160 | Low | 73.0 |
| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 36.0 |
| 2560x1440 | High | 58.0 |
| 2560x1440 | Medium | 86.0 |
| 2560x1440 | Low | 136.0 |
| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 58.0 |
| 1920x1080 | High | 92.0 |
| 1920x1080 | Medium | 136.0 |
| 1920x1080 | Low | 213.0 |