Barony

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the Intel Arc B370 delivers a playable but strictly entry-level experience in Barony, with the data showing the combination ranking in the bottom 8% of all tested configurations. The 1080p results are generally smooth, but 4K performance falls below the 30 FPS threshold for demanding presets, indicating a clear hardware ceiling.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. Its 8 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support position it as a mid-range desktop part from 2020. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU scores 13,593 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1,919 in single-core, with a PassMark multi-thread score of 15,992. These figures place it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, suggesting solid general-purpose compute capability relative to the broader market.

However, the role of this CPU in Barony is secondary to the graphics subsystem. The measured frame rates show that the Intel Arc B370 is the primary bottleneck, particularly at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 144 FPS, which is exactly double the 4K Ultra result of 22 FPS. This scaling pattern indicates that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately at lower resolutions, but the GPU’s limited processing power (6.144 TFLOPS FP32) becomes the limiting factor as pixel count increases. The CPU’s 12 threads are more than sufficient for a roguelike title, and benchmark results suggest that even single-threaded performance (1,919 in Cinebench R23) is not a constraint here.

The integrated graphics on the CPU, Radeon Vega 7, are not utilized in this configuration since a discrete Arc B370 is present. The Arc B370’s specifications — 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs — are modest, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1,184 places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, confirming its entry-level status. This explains why the combo’s overall rank in Barony is 2701 out of 2935 tested configurations, a position driven largely by the GPU rather than the CPU.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain 60+ FPS?

A: The data shows 1080p is the only resolution where average FPS consistently exceeds 60. At 1080p Low, the average is 144 FPS; at Medium, it is 107 FPS; and at High, it is 92 FPS. At 1440p, only the Low preset (91 FPS) breaks the 60 FPS barrier, while High drops to 58 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in overall benchmark performance?

A: The Ryzen 5 4600G has an average benchmark score of 17,507. Its closest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (17,482, 0.1% slower) and the Intel Core 7 150U (17,395, 0.6% slower). It sits slightly behind the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE (17,614, -0.6%) and Intel Core i3-14100T (17,648, -0.8%).

Q: Is the Intel Arc B370 more comparable to older discrete GPUs or modern integrated graphics?

A: The Arc B370’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1,184 is nearly identical to the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1,186, -0.2%) and ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1,190, -0.5%). It is slightly faster than the AMD FirePro M2000 (1,168, 1.4%) but slower than the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1,192, -0.7%). These are all legacy parts, underscoring its low-end positioning.

Q: What happens to frame rates when moving from 1080p Ultra to 4K Ultra?

A: The average FPS drops from 66 at 1080p Ultra to 22 at 4K Ultra, a reduction of exactly two-thirds. This represents the most severe scaling penalty across all settings, indicating that Ultra presets are not viable at 4K for this hardware.

*Q: Does the CPU’s multi-threading capability help in Barony?*

A: The CPU’s 12 threads and PassMark multi-thread score of 15,992 provide ample headroom for the game’s logic. Since frame rates scale almost linearly with resolution changes (e.g., 144 FPS at 1080p Low vs. 47 FPS at 4K Low), the data suggests the CPU is not a limiting factor; the GPU is.

Q: Can the combo achieve a stable 30 FPS at 4K with any settings?

A: Yes, at 4K Low the average FPS is 47, and at 4K Medium it is 35 FPS with a minimum of 30 FPS. The 4K High preset averages exactly 30 FPS, while 4K Ultra falls to 22 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For users prioritizing a smooth experience, the 1080p Medium preset is the strongest recommendation from the measured data. It delivers an average of 107 FPS with a minimum of 91 FPS and a maximum of 123 FPS, providing both high fluidity and a visible improvement in visual quality over Low. The 1080p High preset (92 FPS) is also excellent, offering even better fidelity while maintaining a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. Pushing to 108p Ultra yields 66 FPS, which is still playable but reduces the headroom for demanding scenes.

At 1440p, the Low preset (91 FPS) is the only fully smooth option, while Medium (67 FPS, min 57) is acceptable for most users. High (58 FPS) and Ultra (42 FPS) fall below the 60 FPS target, so they are only recommended for users who prioritize image quality over frame rate stability. At 4K, the situation is more constrained: Low (47 FPS) is the most playable, Medium (35 FPS) is borderline, and High (30 FPS) is exactly at the minimum playable threshold. The Ultra preset (22 FPS) is not recommended due to sub-30 FPS averages.

The best overall experience per the measured rows is 1080p High: it balances visual fidelity with a 92 FPS average, which is 26 FPS higher than the 1440p High result and 62 FPS higher than the 4K High result. Users with high refresh rate monitors should opt for 1080p Low at 144 FPS, but for most, 1080p High represents the sweet spot where the GPU’s limitations are least apparent.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G + Intel Arc B370 combination ranks 2701 out of 2935 tested combos in Barony, placing it in the bottom 8% of all configurations. This rank is consistent with the GPU’s 5th percentile standing among all GPUs, which is the dominant factor in the pairing’s overall performance. The CPU’s 71st percentile ranking is substantially higher, but it cannot compensate for the Arc B370’s limited throughput.

In practical terms, this means the combo outperforms roughly 234 tested configurations but is beaten by over 2,700 others. The ranking suggests that while the CPU is a competent mid-range part, the GPU anchors the system to entry-level status. For context, the GPU’s nearest rivals in terms of benchmark scores — ATI Radeon HD 5770 and AMD Radeon HD 7650M — are over a decade old, which illustrates the performance tier this combo occupies. Users should not expect this pairing to compete with modern mid-range systems; instead, it is suited for 1080p gaming at medium-to-high settings in less demanding titles like Barony.

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

The measured data reveals a clear pattern of frame rate degradation as resolution increases. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 144 at 1080p to 91 at 1440p (a 37% reduction) and then to 47 at 4K (a 48% reduction from 1440p). At High settings, the progression is 92 → 58 → 30, with the 1080p to 1440p drop being 37% and the 1440p to 4K drop being 48%. This consistent scaling pattern indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting component, as the CPU’s workload does not change significantly with resolution.

The most dramatic scaling occurs at Ultra settings: 66 FPS at 1080p, 42 FPS at 1440p, and 22 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 36% and 48% respectively, mirroring the other presets. This uniform behavior across all settings strongly suggests that the Arc B370’s pixel throughput (48.00 GPixel/s) is the bottleneck. The CPU’s single-threaded performance (1,919 in Cinebench R23) and multi-threaded capability (13,593) are more than adequate for the game’s logic, as evidenced by the fact that even at 1080p Low (144 FPS), the frame rate does not appear to be CPU-limited.

The data also shows that resolution scaling has a larger impact than setting changes. For example, moving from 1080p Ultra to 4K Ultra costs 44 FPS, while moving from 1080p Ultra to 1080p Low gains 78 FPS. This indicates that users seeking higher frame rates should first reduce resolution, then adjust settings, to get the most benefit from this hardware.

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

The following table summarizes all measured average FPS values from the FACT PACK, organized by resolution and settings preset:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 1920x1080 | Low | 144 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 107 | 91 | 123 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 92 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 66 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 91 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 67 | 57 | 78 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 58 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 42 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 47 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 35 | 30 | 41 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 30 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 22 | — | — |

At 1080p, the combo delivers a wide range of performance: Low achieves 144 FPS, Medium 107 FPS (with a minimum of 91 FPS), High 92 FPS, and Ultra 66 FPS. The minimum FPS data for Medium shows that even in demanding scenes, the frame rate stays above 90, indicating stable performance.

At 1440p, Low still provides 91 FPS, but Medium drops to 67 FPS with a minimum of 57 FPS. High falls to 58 FPS, and Ultra to 42 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra widens to 49 FPS, reflecting the GPU’s strain at this resolution.

At 4K, only Low (47 FPS) and Medium (35 FPS) reach playable averages. High (30 FPS) is marginal, and Ultra (22 FPS) is below the playable threshold. The Medium preset’s minimum of 30 FPS and maximum of 41 FPS shows significant variance, suggesting that some scenes are much more demanding than others. Overall, the data confirms that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, with 1440p viable only at lower settings and 4K reserved for the least demanding presets.