Barony

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a robust experience in Barony, a roguelike that scales predictably across resolutions and settings. The measured data shows this combination is far more capable at 1080p and 1440p than at 4K, where the GPU begins to strain under the load. The benchmark results indicate a system that excels at high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming and remains playable at 4K with sensible adjustments, making the choice of settings and resolution critical to the final experience.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data suggests that the High preset offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance across all resolutions. At 1920x1080, High produces an average of 156 FPS, which is only 26 FPS below the Medium preset's 182 FPS but provides a substantial visual upgrade. The jump to Ultra at 1080p yields 112 FPS, a 44 FPS drop from High, which is a significant penalty for what is often a marginal difference in image quality in a roguelike with a stylized aesthetic. The data supports High as the sweet spot, as it remains well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay while retaining headroom for demanding scenes.

At 2560x1440, the High preset again proves to be the most sensible choice, delivering an average of 99 FPS. This maintains a fluid experience on high-refresh-rate monitors, while the Medium preset at 115 FPS offers a modest 16 FPS gain at the cost of reduced visual detail. The Low preset at 1440p reaches 154 FPS, but the visual downgrade is likely too severe for a game that benefits from clear readability of items and enemies. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 71 FPS, which is still playable, but the 28 FPS deficit compared to High makes it the less attractive option for consistent frame pacing.

For 4K, the High preset yields a 52 FPS average, which is below the ideal target for fast-paced action but remains workable. The Medium preset at 4K provides a 60 FPS average with a recorded range of 51 to 69 FPS, making it the best option for those prioritizing a locked 60 FPS experience. The data shows that Low at 4K achieves 81 FPS, but the visual compromise is substantial. The Ultra preset at 4K is the least viable, dropping to 37 FPS, which is below playable thresholds for most users. Therefore, the recommendation is to use High for 1080p and 1440p, and either Medium or High for 4K depending on whether you prefer a guaranteed 60 FPS or better visual detail.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is the primary driver of performance in this configuration, especially at higher resolutions. Its 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus provides 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for the textures and assets in Barony. The GPU's 2304 shading units and 80 ROPs are tasked with rendering the game's environments, and the data indicates that this workload becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases. The Arc B570's base and boost clocks are both rated at 2500 MHz, and its 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 performance directly influences how quickly the game's geometry and effects are processed.

The GPU's performance ceiling is most evident at 4K, where the average FPS drops significantly across all settings. The measured data shows that at 4K High, the system produces 52 FPS, while at 4K Ultra, it falls to 37 FPS. This 15 FPS gap between High and Ultra highlights the GPU's struggle with the increased pixel count and shader complexity. The Arc B570's 65th percentile ranking among all GPUs, based on an average benchmark score of 20556, places it as a mid-range performer, and the in-game results align with this positioning. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile with a delta of 0.1% and the Intel Arc A750 with a delta of -0.1%, indicating that the B570 is on par with these offerings in raw compute, but the game's specific demands reveal its limitations at higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates the GPU-bound nature of this configuration at higher resolutions. At High settings, the average FPS scales from 156 at 1920x1080 to 99 at 2560x1440, a 36.5% reduction, and then to 52 at 3840x2160, a 66.7% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This steep decline indicates that the Arc B570 is the limiting component, as the CPU's performance is not the bottleneck in this scenario. The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings presets, with Low settings showing the smallest absolute drop but still suffering a 66.9% reduction from 245 FPS at 1080p to 81 FPS at 4K.

The data reveals that the jump from 1440p to 4K is particularly punishing, with roughly a 47% performance loss at High settings (99 to 52 FPS). This suggests that the GPU's memory bandwidth and shading throughput are insufficient for the 4K pixel workload. The Medium preset's 4K result of 60 FPS, compared to 182 FPS at 1080p, reinforces the notion that the GPU is heavily taxed. The CPU, a 6-core, 12-thread part, has enough headroom to keep up with the GPU at 1080p, but as resolution climbs, the GPU's output becomes the sole determinant of frame rate, and the measured FPS values reflect this shift.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2344 out of 2935 tested combos in Barony, putting it in the bottom 20% of all configurations. This ranking is somewhat surprising given the individual component scores, but it contextualizes the performance within the broader ecosystem of tested hardware. The low rank suggests that many other CPU-GPU pairings deliver higher average frame rates in this specific title, likely due to the game's optimization patterns and the relative strengths of competing components. The data indicates that while this combo is capable of hitting high frame rates at 1080p, it falls behind a significant number of alternatives when considering the full spectrum of resolutions and settings.

The percentile position of the CPU is 74th, meaning the Ryzen 5 5600G outperforms 74% of all CPUs in general benchmarks, but this does not translate to a proportional ranking in the game. The GPU's 65th percentile ranking is also solid, yet the combined result is lower than either component’s individual standing. This implies that the pairing may have a bottleneck or that Barony responds more favorably to hardware with different characteristics. The rank of 2344 out of 2935 is a clear indicator that for this game, users might find better performance with other combinations, even if the individual parts are respectable in isolation.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, plays a supporting role in this configuration. Its base clock of 3.90 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz, based on the Zen 3 architecture, provide sufficient single-thread performance for Barony's game logic and AI. The CPU's 16 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth are adequate for feeding the GPU at lower resolutions, but the data shows that the CPU does not become the bottleneck until the GPU is less stressed. The Geekbench single-core score of 1801 and multi-core score of 8428 demonstrate a balanced performer, but in this game, the CPU's influence is most apparent at 1080p where frame rates are highest.

At 1080p Low, the system hits 245 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's limit for frame generation in this title. The 3DMark single-thread score of 872 and the Passmark single-thread score of 3177 suggest that the CPU can sustain high instruction throughput, but the 4.40 GHz boost clock is the key factor in maintaining those high frame rates. The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i3-1220P, has an average score of 21066 with a delta of 0.1%, indicating the 5600G is on par with that mobile chip. However, the CPU's 74th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 21088 show that it is a competent mid-range part, and its role in this pairing is to ensure that the GPU is not starved of data, which it does effectively up to 1440p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are as follows:

• Low: 245 FPS
• Medium: 182 FPS (with a range of 155 to 209 FPS)
• High: 156 FPS
• Ultra: 112 FPS

The spread at 1080p is wide, with a 133 FPS difference between Low and Ultra, indicating that the GPU has ample headroom to push high frame rates when visual settings are reduced. The Medium preset's minimum FPS of 155 suggests that even in demanding scenes, the system maintains high performance.

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates are:

• Low: 154 FPS
• Medium: 115 FPS (with a range of 98 to 132 FPS)
• High: 99 FPS
• Ultra: 71 FPS

The 1440p results show a tightening of the frame rate envelope, with a 83 FPS difference between Low and Ultra. The High preset at 99 FPS is a strong result, and the Medium preset’s minimum of 98 FPS indicates consistent performance.

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are:

• Low: 81 FPS
• Medium: 60 FPS (with a range of 51 to 69 FPS)
• High: 52 FPS
• Ultra: 37 FPS

The 4K results demonstrate the GPU's limitations, with only the Low preset exceeding 60 FPS. The Medium preset’s average of 60 FPS is borderline, and its minimum of 51 FPS shows that frame dips are possible. The Ultra preset at 37 FPS is below acceptable playability standards for most users, confirming that 4K gaming with this combo requires significant settings compromises.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this hardware?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 with High settings provides an average of 156 FPS, which is the best balance of visual quality and performance. For 2560x1440, High at 99 FPS is recommended, while 4K users should opt for Medium to achieve a 60 FPS average.

Q: How does this combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 37, which is below the standard playability threshold of 60 FPS. This configuration is not recommended for 4K Ultra gaming.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this system?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The FPS drops significantly from 1080p to 4K, while the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads provide enough headroom to maintain high frame rates at 1080p.

*Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems in Barony?*

A: This pairing ranks 2344 out of 2935 tested combos, placing it in the lower 20% of configurations. Despite solid individual component scores, the combination does not rank highly in this specific game.

Q: What is the performance difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 99 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 71 FPS. This represents a 28 FPS drop for the increased visual detail, making High the more efficient choice.

Q: Can this system maintain 60 FPS at 4K?

A: Yes, but only with settings adjustments. The Medium preset at 4K averages 60 FPS with a range of 51 to 69 FPS, while the High preset averages 52 FPS. The Low preset achieves 81 FPS but with significant visual compromises.