Assetto Corsa

Assetto Corsa pairs the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F with the Intel Arc B370, a combination that produces a wide spread of frame rates depending on resolution and quality settings. The data shows a system that is fundamentally capable of playable performance at 1080p, but which struggles significantly as resolution increases, revealing a clear and severe bottleneck in the graphics subsystem. The benchmark results paint a picture of a CPU that has ample headroom for this simulation, held back by a GPU that ranks in the lowest percentile of all tested graphics cards.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, and its 32 MB of shared L3 cache is a significant asset for gaming workloads. In the context of Assetto Corsa, a racing simulation that relies heavily on physics calculations and AI opponent logic, the processor's multi-threaded capabilities are relevant. The CPU’s PassMark multithread score of 25645 and its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21765 suggest that it has substantial compute capacity for handling the game's simulation layer.

The CPU’s performance percentile of 83 versus all CPUs indicates that it outperforms a large majority of processors on the market. When comparing it to its nearest rivals, the data shows a very tight grouping. The Ryzen 5 7400F's average benchmark score of 32750 is nearly identical to that of the Intel Core i5-14600T (32707, a 0.1% difference) and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32812, a -0.2% difference). This suggests that in terms of raw processing power, the 7400F is a solid mid-range performer that should not be the limiting factor in most gaming scenarios.

However, the measured frame rates in Assetto Corsa tell a different story. Even at 1080p with Low settings, where the CPU has the least graphical work to do, the average FPS is 106. This is a respectable number, but it is not exceptionally high for a modern processor. When the resolution is increased to 4K, the frame rates plummet, indicating that the CPU is not the primary constraint. The data implies that the Ryzen 5 7400F is providing a stable foundation, but its potential is being capped by the graphics card. The single-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072, is also strong, which is crucial for the main game thread in Assetto Corsa, but again, the GPU fails to leverage this capability to deliver high frame rates at higher resolutions.

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

The Intel Arc B370 is the clear bottleneck in this configuration. It is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture and built on a 3 nm process. Its specifications are modest for gaming, with 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs. The GPU has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz. Critically, its memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning it relies on the system's DDR5 RAM rather than dedicated VRAM. Its memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," which is a major disadvantage for a bandwidth-sensitive game like a racing simulator that needs to stream textures and geometry.

The Arc B370's performance percentile is just 5 versus all GPUs, placing it in the bottom 5% of all graphics cards tested. Its average benchmark score of 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 is remarkably low. Its nearest rivals are legacy cards like the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (avg score 1190, a -0.5% difference) and the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (avg score 1186, a -0.2% difference). This comparison to hardware from over a decade ago highlights the Arc B370's fundamental lack of gaming performance. The data indicates that this GPU is not designed for demanding 3D applications, and its performance in Assetto Corsa reflects this.

The GPU's TDP is listed as 25 W, and it is described as an IGP with a slot width of "IGP," confirming its integrated nature. With a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s, its fillrate capabilities are minimal. The FP32 performance of 6.144 TFLOPS is far below what is needed for smooth high-resolution gaming. In Assetto Corsa, the GPU's limitations manifest as a severe frame rate cap. The data shows that even at 1080p with Low settings, the system only manages 106 FPS, and this number drops dramatically with any increase in graphical fidelity. The GPU is simply unable to process the scene data quickly enough to keep up with the CPU.

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

The resolution scaling data provides a clear diagnosis of the system's bottleneck. The frame rate drops are stark and disproportionate to the increase in pixel count, which is a classic sign of a GPU-limited scenario. Moving from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, the average FPS falls from 106 to 45. This represents a 57.5% decrease in performance. While a resolution increase from 1080p (2.07 million pixels) to 4K (8.29 million pixels) quadruples the pixel workload, the performance drop is not linear, but it is still massive.

This pattern is consistent across all settings. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 56 at 1080p to 39 at 1440p and then to 24 at 4K. At Ultra settings, the decline is even more dramatic, with frame rates falling from 46 at 1080p to 32 at 1440p and finally to 19 at 4K. The fact that the frame rates are so low at 4K, regardless of the quality preset, suggests that the GPU is hitting its absolute computational limits. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is only 26 FPS (45 vs 19), whereas at 1080p, the difference is 60 FPS (106 vs 46). This compression of the performance envelope at higher resolutions indicates that the GPU is saturated.

If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect the frame rates at 1080p to be more consistent across different settings, as the CPU's workload does not scale with resolution in the same way the GPU's does. The data shows the opposite: at 1080p, there is a wide spread of frame rates based on settings, which means the GPU has some headroom at lower resolutions. However, as resolution increases, the GPU's workload skyrockets, and it becomes the sole constraint. The system is heavily unbalanced, with a CPU that is ready for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p and a GPU that cannot deliver it even at the lowest settings.

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

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of the system's performance across a matrix of resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system achieves its best results. With Low settings, the average FPS is 106. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 75 FPS, with a minimum of 64 FPS and a maximum of 86 FPS. High settings yield an average of 56 FPS, and Ultra settings bring the average down to 46 FPS. This shows that at 1080p, the system can provide a smooth experience on Low and Medium settings, and a playable, if not perfectly fluid, experience on High.

At 2560x1440, the performance takes a significant hit. Low settings produce an average of 74 FPS, which is still respectable. Medium settings average 52 FPS, with a minimum of 44 FPS and a maximum of 60 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 39 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 32 FPS. The data shows that 1440p is only viable for Low settings if a 60 FPS target is desired, and Medium settings will be borderline, with dips below 45 FPS.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. Low settings are the only option that approaches playability, with an average of 45 FPS. Medium settings average 32 FPS, with a minimum of 27 FPS and a maximum of 36 FPS. High settings average only 24 FPS, and Ultra settings are nearly unplayable at an average of 19 FPS. The 4K data shows that this combination is not suitable for this resolution in Assetto Corsa, as even the lowest settings fail to consistently hit 60 FPS, and the frame pacing at these low rates would likely be poor.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The overall ranking for this specific CPU and GPU combination in Assetto Corsa is 2669 out of 2897 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 8% of all configurations tested. This ranking is a direct consequence of the GPU's poor performance, as the CPU's own percentile rank of 83 suggests it is a capable component. The vast difference between the CPU's strong standing and the GPU's weak standing (5th percentile) explains why this combo ranks so low. The system is effectively a high-end processor paired with an entry-level graphics solution, resulting in a severely unbalanced gaming system.

The combo's rank of 2669 indicates that the vast majority of other CPU and GPU pairings tested deliver better performance in this specific game. This is not a surprising result given the Arc B370's benchmark scores, which put it on par with graphics cards from the early 2010s. While the Ryzen 5 7400F is a modern processor with excellent multi-threaded and single-threaded scores, it is being held back by a component that is fundamentally not designed for gaming. The data suggests that users with this combination will experience significant performance limitations in Assetto Corsa, particularly at higher resolutions and settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Assetto Corsa with this CPU and GPU combo?

A: Based on the data, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the system can consistently achieve high frame rates. At 1080p with Low settings, the average FPS is 106, and with Medium settings, it is 75 FPS. At 1440p and 4K, the frame rates drop significantly, making the experience less smooth.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest rivals in performance?

A: The Arc B370's average benchmark score of 1184 is nearly identical to that of the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190, a -0.5% difference) and the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186, a -0.2% difference). The data shows it is slightly faster than the AMD FirePro M2000 (1168, a 1.4% difference).

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7400F the reason for the low frame rates in Assetto Corsa?

A: No. The data indicates the CPU is not the limiting factor. Its performance percentile is 83 versus all CPUs, and its benchmark scores are competitive with rivals like the Intel Core i5-14600T. The severe frame rate drops at higher resolutions point to the GPU as the bottleneck.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows an average FPS of 52 at 2560x1440 with Medium settings. The minimum FPS recorded is 44, and the maximum is 60. This indicates that while the average is playable, there will be noticeable dips.

Q: Is this combo suitable for 4K gaming in Assetto Corsa?

A: No. At 3840x2160, even with Low settings, the average FPS is only 45. With Ultra settings, the average drops to 19 FPS. These frame rates are too low for a smooth and responsive racing experience.

Q: How does the combo's ranking compare to other tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 2669 out of 2897 tested combinations. This places it in the bottom 8% of all systems tested for this game, which is consistent with the GPU's low performance percentile of 5.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience based on the measured rows, the optimal settings depend on the user's target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, providing an average of 75 FPS with a minimum of 64 FPS. This ensures a smooth and consistent experience. The Low preset offers the highest frame rate at 106 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play or if a very high refresh rate monitor is used, but it sacrifices visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the data suggests that the Low preset is the only reliable option for maintaining a playable frame rate, with an average of 74 FPS. The Medium preset dips to an average of 52 FPS with a minimum of 44 FPS, which may be acceptable for some users but risks noticeable stuttering. For a smoother experience, Low is recommended. At 3840x2160, no preset delivers a consistently smooth experience. The Low preset averages 45 FPS, which is borderline playable, but the system is clearly not suited for 4K gaming in this title. The Medium preset's average of 32 FPS and minimum of 27 FPS would likely result in a poor experience. Therefore, 1080p with Medium settings is the recommended configuration for the best overall experience, balancing visual quality and playable frame rates.