Barony

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a highly playable experience in Barony, with the data showing a clear progression of performance that scales predictably with resolution and graphical settings. This combination lands in the 2344th position out of 2935 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database, yet the measured frame rates reveal that this modest ranking belies its practical capability for this specific roguelike title.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial, indicating that the system becomes progressively more GPU-bound as pixel count increases. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces 156 FPS average, which falls to 99 FPS at 1440p and then drops sharply to 52 FPS at 4K. This represents a 36% reduction moving from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 47% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling pattern suggests that at 1080p, the CPU has enough headroom to keep the GPU fed, but as resolution climbs, the Intel Arc B570's rendering workload becomes the dominant factor.

Looking at the Low preset, the trend is even more pronounced. The system achieves 245 FPS at 1080p, which is exceptionally high and indicates that the Ryzen 5 7400F is not a bottleneck at this resolution. At 1440p Low, the average drops to 154 FPS, a 37% decrease, while 4K Low yields 81 FPS, another 47% drop from 1440p. The consistency of these percentage drops across settings suggests a uniform scaling behavior tied to pixel throughput rather than any specific setting causing disproportionate load.

The Medium preset shows the same pattern but with tighter margins. From 182 FPS at 1080p to 115 FPS at 1440p (37% reduction) and then 60 FPS at 4K (48% reduction). The Ultra preset follows suit with 112 FPS, 71 FPS, and 37 FPS across the three resolutions, representing 37% and 48% drops respectively. This consistent ~37% drop per resolution step strongly indicates that the limiting component is the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth, not the CPU or any game logic bottleneck.

At 4K, the system barely maintains playability on Ultra at 37 FPS, which is below the smooth threshold most players expect. The jump from Medium to High at 4K yields only 8 FPS improvement (52 vs 60), suggesting diminishing returns at the higher end. The data reveals that 1440p is the practical ceiling for this combo at higher settings, while 1080p provides ample performance for even the most demanding presets.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, delivering 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is adequate for Barony's roguelike visuals, which are not particularly memory-hungry compared to modern AAA titles. The GPU's 2304 shading units and 80 ROPs, paired with a 2500 MHz base and boost clock, produce 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. These specifications translate to the measured frame rates, with the GPU clearly being the primary performance limiter at higher resolutions.

The GPU's percentile ranking of 65th among all GPUs places it in the mid-range, and its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (0.1% higher average score) and the Intel Arc A750 (0.1% lower). This close grouping indicates that the Arc B570 sits in a well-contested performance tier. In Barony specifically, the GPU's 10 GB VRAM is never a constraint, as even the most demanding Ultra preset at 4K does not appear to suffer from memory capacity issues based on the frame rate data.

The 380.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is likely the key factor in the scaling behavior observed. At 4K, the GPU must move significantly more pixel data, and the 160-bit bus may struggle to keep pace with the shading units' demands. This explains why the frame rate drops so consistently across all settings when moving to 4K — the bandwidth ceiling is hit regardless of which preset is active. The texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s provide theoretical ceilings that the measured results approach at 4K Ultra (37 FPS), suggesting the GPU is working near its limits.

The DirectX 12 Ultimate support and Vulkan 1.4 compliance indicate modern API readiness, which is relevant for Barony's engine. The 18 RT cores are present but unlikely to be utilized in this roguelike, meaning the GPU's rasterization performance is what drives these results. The 150 W TDP and 450 W suggested PSU requirement are modest, making this a manageable GPU for most systems.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 Raphael architecture, built on TSMC's 5 nm process. It operates at a 3.70 GHz base clock and boosts to 4.70 GHz, with 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all processors reflects its strong single-thread and multi-thread capabilities, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T (0.1% higher average score) and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (0.2% lower).

In Barony, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU at higher resolutions, but at 1080p it becomes more relevant. The 245 FPS result at 1080p Low demonstrates that the CPU can feed the GPU sufficiently to reach very high frame rates. The multi-threaded performance, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21765, suggests the 12 threads handle any background tasks or game logic without issue. The single-core performance, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072, is particularly important for roguelike games that often rely on a single main thread for game logic.

The CPU's PassMark single-thread score of 3689 and multithread score of 25645 indicate balanced performance. The data compression score of 289999 and integer math score of 74745 show strong general-purpose capabilities, though these are unlikely to be directly relevant to Barony's rendering workload. The memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s from dual-channel DDR5 support ensures the CPU can quickly access game data, reducing any potential stutter from asset loading.

The fact that frame rates remain consistent in their scaling pattern across all resolutions suggests the CPU is not introducing variability. If the CPU were a bottleneck, we would expect to see smaller frame rate differences between 1080p and 1440p, as the CPU would cap performance. Instead, the steady ~37% drop per resolution step indicates the GPU is the limiting factor throughout. The Ryzen 5 7400F's boost clock of 4.70 GHz provides ample single-thread speed for this title's requirements.

How This Combo Ranks

With a combination rank of 2344 out of 2935 tested combos, this pairing sits in the 80th percentile from the bottom, meaning roughly 80% of tested combinations outperform it. This ranking might seem low given the respectable frame rates, but it reflects the absolute performance tier rather than game-specific suitability. The combo's ranking is influenced by the Intel Arc B570's mid-range positioning (65th GPU percentile) and the Ryzen 5 7400F's strong but not top-tier CPU performance (83rd percentile).

The gap between the CPU and GPU percentile rankings is notable — the processor is significantly stronger relative to its peers than the graphics card. This imbalance means the system is GPU-limited in most scenarios, which is typical for a mid-range GPU paired with a solid mainstream CPU. In Barony, this manifests as excellent 1080p performance but diminishing returns at 4K.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing offers a balanced experience for roguelike gaming. The combination rank of 2344 does not tell the full story because Barony is not a graphically demanding title — the measured FPS values show that this lower-ranked combo still delivers smooth gameplay at most settings. The data suggests that for this specific game, the combo's ranking understates its practical usability, as even the 4K Ultra result of 37 FPS is playable for a turn-based roguelike where frame timing is less critical.

The ranking also reflects the GPU's position relative to its nearest rivals. The Intel Arc A750, which scores nearly identically in synthetic benchmarks (0.1% difference), would likely produce similar results in Barony. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile's 0.1% higher score suggests comparable performance, though mobile parts may have different power characteristics. This combo's position in the database is consistent with its hardware specifications — a capable mid-range setup that excels at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1080p, the system delivers excellent performance across all presets. The Low preset achieves 245 FPS average, which is exceptionally smooth for any display. The Medium preset produces 182 FPS with a minimum of 155 FPS and maximum of 209 FPS, providing a wide safety margin above standard 144 Hz displays. The High preset reaches 156 FPS, still comfortably above 144 Hz. The Ultra preset drops to 112 FPS, which remains highly playable and suitable for high refresh rate monitors.

At 1440p, the performance remains strong but begins to show the GPU's limitations. The Low preset hits 154 FPS, nearly matching the 1080p High result, indicating that lower settings can compensate for the resolution increase. The Medium preset averages 115 FPS with a range of 98 FPS minimum to 132 FPS maximum, which is solid for 1440p gaming. The High preset produces 99 FPS, dipping below the 100 FPS threshold but still smooth for most players. The Ultra preset averages 71 FPS, which is playable but may not satisfy those seeking maximum smoothness.

At 4K, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. The Low preset delivers 81 FPS, which is acceptable for 4K gaming, especially for a roguelike. The Medium preset averages 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 FPS and maximum of 69 FPS, providing a consistent 60 FPS experience on most displays. The High preset drops to 52 FPS, which is borderline but workable. The Ultra preset falls to 37 FPS, which may cause noticeable judder in fast-moving scenes, though it remains usable for turn-based gameplay.

The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum values, showing a spread of 18 FPS at 1080p, 34 FPS at 1440p, and 18 FPS at 4K. This variability suggests that the Medium preset experiences some frame time inconsistency, particularly at 1440p, but the averages remain within acceptable bounds.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience per the measured data, the Medium preset at 1440p offers the optimal balance of visual quality and performance. The 115 FPS average with a 98 FPS minimum ensures smooth gameplay even during intense moments, while the resolution provides a sharp image that benefits from the 10 GB VRAM. This combination yields the most consistent experience across the entire range of tested settings.

If playing at 1080p, the High preset is recommended for most users. The 156 FPS average exceeds the refresh rate of most monitors, and the visual fidelity improvement over Medium is noticeable. For those with 240 Hz displays, the Low preset at 245 FPS would be necessary to fully utilize the refresh rate, but the visual compromise may not be worth it for a roguelike where readability matters.

At 4K, the Low preset provides the most playable experience at 81 FPS, though players prioritizing visual quality might accept the Medium preset at 60 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 51 FPS remains above the 30 FPS threshold that is often considered the minimum for playability, making it a viable choice for 4K displays. The High and Ultra presets at 4K are not recommended for smooth gameplay, but they remain functional for those who prioritize image quality over frame rate.

Considering the game's roguelike nature, where precise timing is less critical than in fast-paced action titles, the Ultra preset at 1440p (71 FPS) could be justified for players who value maximum visual detail. However, for the majority of users, the Medium preset at 1440p represents the sweet spot — it maintains a comfortable frame rate margin while still delivering adequate visual quality. The data strongly suggests avoiding 4K Ultra, as the 37 FPS result indicates the GPU is overwhelmed at that configuration.