Barony

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 delivers a compelling performance profile in Barony, a roguelike title from 2015. The measured data indicates that this combination provides exceptionally high frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings, often exceeding the refresh rates of standard monitors. The following analysis breaks down the benchmark results, examining the role of each component and providing specific recommendations based on the measured FPS data.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall ranking of this CPU and GPU combination in Barony?

A: The combo ranks 344th out of 1702 tested combinations, placing it in the top 20% of all systems tested for this game, which indicates a high-performing setup.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 compare to its nearest rivals in general CPU benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600 has an average benchmark score of 21765. It is 0.6% ahead of the Intel Xeon D-1746TER, 0.6% behind the AMD EPYC 9554P, and 0.9% behind the Intel Core i7-11700F, showing it is competitively positioned among its peers.

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 5070 and its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 5070's average benchmark score is 41687. It is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 5300, 0.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, 0.5% behind the NVIDIA Tesla M40, and 0.7% behind the AMD Radeon Pro 580X.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo in Barony?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 508.8 FPS, which was achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: What is the lowest average frame rate recorded for this combo in Barony?

A: The lowest average frame rate is 76.7 FPS, which was recorded at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings, which is still comfortably playable.

Q: Does the data show that this combo can handle 4K gaming in Barony?

A: Yes, the data shows that at 3840x2160 resolution, the average frame rate ranges from 76.7 FPS on Ultra settings to 169.5 FPS on Low settings, indicating that playable frame rates are achievable at all settings presets.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. For a game like Barony, which is a roguelike, the CPU's single-thread performance is often critical for game logic, procedural generation, and AI calculations. The processor's benchmark scores reflect a strong showing in this area; its 3dmark single-thread score is 882, and its Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2584. This strong single-core performance helps ensure that the game's core simulation loop does not become a bottleneck.

The multi-threaded capabilities of the Ryzen 5 5600, while less critical for this genre, are also robust. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 18309, and it achieves a passmark multithread score of 21541. While Barony may not fully utilize all 12 threads, the presence of 6 physical cores ensures that background tasks and any multi-threaded game elements are handled with significant headroom. The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache also aids in keeping frequently accessed data close to the cores, which can reduce latency. The data shows that the CPU performs at the 79th percentile when compared to all CPUs, indicating it is a solid foundation for this gaming system.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is the dominant component in this pairing for frame rate output. It features 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. This is a substantial amount of bandwidth and memory, which is more than sufficient for the graphical demands of Barony, even at high resolutions. The GPU's architecture is Blackwell 2.0, manufactured on a 5 nm process, and it operates with a base clock of 2325 MHz and a boost clock of 2512 MHz. The high boost clock contributes directly to its ability to render frames quickly.

The RTX 5070's raw compute power, rated at 30.87 TFLOPS for FP32 operations, ensures that pixel and texture processing are not limiting factors. The passmark G3D score of 29137 and the 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5077 illustrate its level of performance relative to other GPUs, placing it at the 83rd percentile. In the context of Barony, which is not a graphically demanding title, the RTX 5070 is likely operating well below its maximum capacity, which is why the frame rates are so exceptionally high. The GPU's performance is such that it can easily handle the game's rendering requirements, leaving the CPU as the more likely limiting factor, though the data shows the CPU is also very capable.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark database places this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 at rank 344 out of 1702 tested system combinations for Barony. This places the system in the top 20% of all tested configurations, a very strong result. The ranking is a holistic measure that considers the combined capabilities of the CPU and GPU in the context of this specific game. Given that the RTX 5070 is a high-end, current-generation GPU and the Ryzen 5 5600 is a capable mid-range processor, this ranking is logical.

The high rank is primarily driven by the GPU's exceptional performance at the resolutions tested. The system is not only able to play Barony but to do so with frame rates that far exceed what would be considered a smooth experience. The data suggests that this combo is overkill for a game with Barony's visual fidelity, but the result is a system that provides maximum performance headroom and ensures that frame rates will never be a concern. The rank of 344 reflects the synergy of these two components, with the CPU providing enough speed to feed the GPU's immense rendering power.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the system's performance scaling across different resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the system performs exceptionally well. The average FPS ranges from 231.2 on Ultra settings to 508.8 on Low settings. Medium settings produce an average of 375.7 FPS, while High settings yield 320.8 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is heavily GPU-bound, and even the highest settings produce frame rates that are multiples of what most monitors can display.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain extremely high. The average FPS at this resolution ranges from 145.4 on Ultra to 322.8 on Low. High settings produce an average of 205.7 FPS, and Medium settings achieve 240.3 FPS. The performance drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but proportionally less severe, indicating the GPU has enough headroom to handle the increased pixel count without a dramatic impact on performance.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the performance starts to become more demanding, but it is still excellent. The average FPS ranges from 76.7 on Ultra to 169.5 on Low. Medium settings produce 124.8 FPS, and High settings yield 106.1 FPS. Even at 4K Ultra, the system maintains an average frame rate above 60 FPS, confirming its capability to provide a high-refresh-rate experience at the highest resolution tested.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's display resolution and refresh rate.

For users with a 1920x1080 display, the Ultra preset is the clear recommendation. The average of 231.2 FPS far exceeds the refresh rate of any standard 1080p monitor, which is typically 144 Hz or lower. There is no performance penalty for using the highest settings at this resolution, so the best visual experience is the obvious choice.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also highly recommended. The 145.4 FPS average is sufficient for high-refresh-rate monitors and provides a significant step up in visual fidelity compared to the High preset. If a user has a monitor with a refresh rate of 240 Hz, the Medium preset at 240.3 FPS would be a better fit, but for most, Ultra provides the best balance of quality and speed.

For 3840x2160 displays, the choice is more nuanced. The High preset offers an average of 106.1 FPS, which is excellent for 4K gaming and suitable for a 120 Hz display. The Ultra preset at 76.7 FPS is also playable and provides the maximum visual quality, but the drop below the 100 FPS mark may be noticeable to some users. The Medium preset at 124.8 FPS is a strong middle ground for those seeking higher frame rates. Given that the visual difference between High and Ultra in a game like Barony may be minimal, the High preset is the most advisable for 4K, offering both excellent visual quality and a high frame rate. The data indicates that the Low preset is only necessary for users seeking the absolute maximum frame rates, which are not required for a pleasant experience in this title.