Barony

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination delivers a strong performance profile for Barony, a roguelike that favors high frame rates over graphical fidelity. The measured data shows this pairing is capable of extreme refresh rates at 1080p, with a notable drop-off as resolution increases, but it remains playable at 4K with the right settings. This analysis breaks down the optimal settings, resolution behavior, CPU involvement, and overall ranking based strictly on the measured FPS data and component benchmarks provided.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data for this combo in Barony clearly indicates that the High preset is the sweet spot for most users, balancing visual quality and frame rate across all resolutions. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers an average of 202 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any high-refresh-rate monitor. Moving up to 2560x1440, High still produces a very smooth 127 FPS average. Even at 3840x2160, the High preset manages an average of 67 FPS, which is right at the threshold for standard 60 Hz displays.

For competitive or fast-paced play where every frame counts, the Low preset at 1080p is the clear choice, yielding an average of 316 FPS. This is a massive headroom for esports-level responsiveness, and the gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is substantial—from 316 down to 145 FPS. The data suggests that Barony is not graphically demanding, so the Low preset’s visual compromises may be worth the frame rate gain for players who prioritize smoothness above all else.

The Medium preset offers a balanced middle ground, with an average of 235 FPS at 1080p and 148 FPS at 1440p. At 4K, Medium provides 78 FPS with a measured minimum of 66 FPS and maximum of 89 FPS, which indicates a stable experience. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, and the data shows it is only really viable at 1080p, where it still hits 145 FPS. At 1440p, Ultra drops to 91 FPS, and at 4K it falls to 48 FPS, which is below the ideal smoothness threshold for most users.

Given the measured rows, the recommendation is to use High as the default preset for a mix of quality and performance. If you have a 144 Hz or higher monitor at 1080p, Low or Medium will fully saturate it. For 4K displays, Medium is the best choice because it maintains an average above 60 FPS, while High at 67 FPS is also acceptable but leaves less overhead.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear pattern: this combo is heavily CPU-bound at lower resolutions and becomes GPU-bound as resolution increases. At the Low preset, the average FPS goes from 316 at 1080p, down to 199 at 1440p, and then to 104 at 4K. That is a 67% reduction from 1080p to 4K. For the High preset, the averages are 202, 127, and 67 FPS respectively—a 67% drop as well. The Ultra preset shows a similar trend: 145 at 1080p, 91 at 1440p, and 48 at 4K, a 67% decline.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is steep, with FPS dropping by roughly one-third across all settings. From 1440p to 4K, the drop continues but is less severe in absolute terms. This behavior indicates that at 1080p, the Ryzen 5 3600 with its 6 cores and 12 threads is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU has plenty of headroom to render frames quickly. The jump to 1440p puts more load on the RTX 2070 SUPER, and the frame rate drops accordingly. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, as the FPS numbers align closely with what you would expect from a Turing architecture card with 2560 shading units.

The data shows that the RTX 2070 SUPER’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus is sufficient for Barony, even at 4K with High settings. The measured 67 FPS at 4K High is respectable, but the 48 FPS at Ultra shows that the GPU’s raw compute (9.062 TFLOPS FP32) hits its limit when all effects are enabled. For players targeting 4K, the scaling suggests that staying on Medium or High is the practical choice, as the GPU cannot sustain 60 FPS on Ultra.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 3600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Zen 2 architecture, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 15045 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2124 in single-core, placing it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-1260P (deltaPct 0.2) and the Intel Core i5-11400 (deltaPct -0.2), which shows it is competitively matched with mid-range mobile and desktop parts.

In Barony, the CPU’s role is most evident at 1080p. The fact that the Low preset at 1080p hits 316 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 145 FPS, suggests that even at Low settings, the game is not purely GPU-limited. The Ryzen 5 3600’s single-thread performance (2124 in Cinebench R23) is adequate for the game’s logic, but the frame rate ceiling at 1080p is likely set by the CPU’s ability to feed the GPU. The 3dmark single-thread score of 696 and 2-thread score of 1361 indicate that the game may not be fully utilizing all 12 threads, but the 8-thread score of 3844 shows scaling up to that point.

The boost clock of 4.20 GHz is crucial for maintaining high FPS in a roguelike where there can be many entities on screen. The L3 cache of 32 MB shared also helps with data locality. At 1440p and 4K, the CPU load becomes less critical, as the GPU takes over as the primary bottleneck. The measured FPS at 4K High (67) versus 4K Low (104) demonstrates that the GPU’s rendering load is the main factor at high resolutions. Overall, the Ryzen 5 3600 is not a weak link for this game, but it does cap the maximum achievable FPS at 1080p, which is why the Low preset can only reach 316 FPS rather than higher.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combo—AMD Ryzen 5 3600 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER—ranks 2153 out of 3717 tested combinations in Barony. That places it in the 42nd percentile of all combos, which is solidly mid-pack. Given that the RTX 2070 SUPER itself is in the 65th percentile of all GPUs and the Ryzen 5 3600 is in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, the combo’s ranking is slightly lower than either component’s individual percentile would suggest. This is likely due to the game’s relatively low graphical demands, which means many other combos with weaker GPUs but faster CPUs can achieve similar frame rates at 1080p.

The combo’s rank is not a reflection of poor performance—the measured FPS numbers are high—but rather that Barony is not a demanding title. Many newer or more powerful combos will easily surpass the 316 FPS ceiling at 1080p Low. However, for the vast majority of monitors, this combo provides more than enough performance. The RTX 2070 SUPER’s nearest rivals in benchmark scores include the Intel Arc A750 (deltaPct -1.5) and the Intel Arc B570 (deltaPct -1.3), which are close in raw compute but may lack the driver maturity for older games. The Ryzen 5 3600’s rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-11400, are also close in average score, confirming that this combo is balanced but not exceptional.

In terms of gameplay, the combo’s rank of 2153 means that about 42% of tested combos are more performant, but that does not translate to a poor experience. The data shows that at every resolution except 4K Ultra, this combo maintains FPS above 60, and at 1080p it exceeds 145 FPS on all presets. For a roguelike, this is more than adequate. The 4K Ultra average of 48 FPS is the only weak point, but that preset is optional.

FAQ

Q: What is the best preset for a 144 Hz monitor at 1080p?

A: The Medium preset delivers an average of 235 FPS, which is well above 144 FPS and provides a comfortable margin. The High preset at 202 FPS also works, but Medium offers a higher minimum of 200 FPS, ensuring smoother frame pacing.

*Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Barony?*

A: Yes, but with limitations. The Medium preset at 3840x2160 achieves an average of 78 FPS with a minimum of 66 FPS, which is suitable for 60 Hz displays. The High preset drops to 67 FPS, and Ultra falls to 48 FPS, so stick to Medium for a stable 4K experience.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 1440p?

A: The data shows a 37% FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p on the High preset (202 to 127 FPS), indicating that the GPU becomes more involved. The RTX 2070 SUPER is likely the primary limiter at this resolution, while the Ryzen 5 3600 still has headroom.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 3600 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 17035, which is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i7-1260P and 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i5-11400. This shows it is performance-neutral against those parts in general workloads.

Q: What is the maximum FPS observed in the measured data?

A: The highest average FPS is 316 at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. The maximum FPS recorded across all measurements is 270, which occurs at 1080p on the Medium preset.

Q: Should I use Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 produces an average of 91 FPS. This is smooth for most users, but the High preset at 127 FPS offers a better experience if you have a high-refresh monitor. Ultra is viable if you prioritize image quality over maximum frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table lists the exact measured FPS data for the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER in Barony. All values are as recorded in the benchmark database.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: Average 316 FPS
• Medium: Average 235 FPS, Minimum 200 FPS, Maximum 270 FPS
• High: Average 202 FPS
• Ultra: Average 145 FPS

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: Average 199 FPS
• Medium: Average 148 FPS, Minimum 126 FPS, Maximum 171 FPS
• High: Average 127 FPS
• Ultra: Average 91 FPS

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: Average 104 FPS
• Medium: Average 78 FPS, Minimum 66 FPS, Maximum 89 FPS
• High: Average 67 FPS
• Ultra: Average 48 FPS

The data shows a consistent pattern: FPS scales inversely with resolution and settings. The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum values, indicating it was tested with more granularity. The Low and Ultra presets at 4K show 104 and 48 FPS respectively, which confirms the GPU is the limiting factor at that resolution. At 1080p, the differences between presets are significant, with a 171 FPS gap between Low and Ultra. For players seeking the highest frame rates, the Low preset at 1080p is the clear winner, while the High preset offers the best balance of fidelity and performance across all resolutions.