Barony

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti combination delivers an exceptionally high-performance experience in Barony, ranking in the 87th percentile of all tested configurations (rank 378 out of 2935). The data shows this pairing is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, with the CPU’s strong single-threaded performance ensuring frame rates remain fluid even at 1080p. The RTX 4070 Ti’s 12 GB of VRAM and high bandwidth prove more than sufficient for this roguelike, allowing for max settings at 4K with an average of 83 FPS. While the CPU is a capable partner, the measured results indicate that the GPU is the primary determinant of performance scaling across the tested settings.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Barony with this hardware?*

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1440p offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance. At 1440p with Ultra settings, the system achieves an average of 159 FPS, which is well above the 4K Ultra result of 83 FPS and still a significant visual upgrade over 1080p.

Q: How much of a performance drop is there from 1080p to 4K?

A: The drop is substantial. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 351 at 1080p to 222 at 1440p, and further to 116 at 4K. This represents a 67% reduction in average frame rate from 1080p to 4K, indicating the increasing load on the GPU at higher resolutions.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K Ultra settings in Barony?*

A: Yes, it is playable. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 83 FPS. While this is not as high as the lower resolution results, it remains above the 60 FPS threshold for a smooth experience.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti's 12 GB VRAM enough for this game?

A: The data indicates that 12 GB of GDDR6X memory is more than sufficient. The GPU’s memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s and the game’s engine allow for strong performance even at 4K, with no measured bottlenecks indicated by the FPS results.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7400F perform in terms of single-core speed?

A: The CPU shows strong single-threaded capability, scoring 3072 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 3689 in Passmark single-thread tests. This suggests it can keep up with the GPU in less demanding scenes, as evidenced by the extremely high 550 FPS average at 1080p Low settings.

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

A: The difference is significant. At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops from 347 on Low settings to 159 on Ultra settings. This 188 FPS difference highlights the substantial impact that graphical presets have on the system's frame rate output.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the central component driving the frame rates in Barony. Its specifications, including 7680 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, and 80 ROPs, are directly reflected in the measured performance. The GPU’s high boost clock of 2610 MHz and pixel rate of 208.8 GPixel/s enable the system to handle the game's rendering demands efficiently. The memory subsystem, featuring 12 GB of GDDR6X on a 192-bit bus with 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth, provides ample headroom for the game's textures and assets, as evidenced by the minimal performance degradation typically associated with VRAM limitations.

The GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1080p, the system achieves an average of 550 FPS on Low settings, a figure that suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at a very high rate. However, as the resolution climbs to 1440p and 4K, the GPU's workload increases, and the frame rates scale accordingly. The benchmark results show the RTX 4070 Ti is the limiting factor at 4K, where the average FPS on Ultra settings falls to 83. This is a clear indication that the GPU is fully utilized at this resolution, while the CPU has spare capacity.

The RTX 4070 Ti's overall capabilities are underscored by its benchmark scores, such as a Passmark G3D score of 31624 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 213808. These scores place it in the 84th percentile of all GPUs, confirming its high-end status. When paired with the Ryzen 5 7400F, the combination is well-matched for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p and solid 4K performance. The GPU's 60 RT cores and 240 Tensor cores, while not directly tested in this game's FPS data, are part of its feature set that contributes to its overall architecture and potential for other workloads.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance scaling across resolutions, which points to the GPU as the primary bottleneck at higher settings. Comparing the High settings preset, the system delivers 351 FPS at 1920x1080, which drops to 222 FPS at 2560x1440, and further to 116 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 38% performance decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a 67% decrease from 1080p to 4K. This scaling is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the number of pixels being rendered directly impacts the frame rate.

The trend is consistent across all settings presets. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 550 FPS at 1080p to 347 FPS at 1440p and 181 FPS at 4K. At Ultra settings, the values are 252 FPS, 159 FPS, and 83 FPS for 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, respectively. The consistent scaling suggests that the CPU is not a limiting factor at any resolution, as even the most demanding 4K Ultra scenario, which yields 83 FPS, does not appear to be constrained by the processor's capabilities.

The data also highlights how the performance gap between settings narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 298 FPS (550 vs 252). At 4K, this gap shrinks to 98 FPS (181 vs 83). This is a classic sign of GPU saturation; at lower resolutions, the GPU has more headroom, and the frame rate is more sensitive to settings changes. At 4K, the GPU is working near its limit, so the relative impact of graphical settings is reduced, as the fill rate and memory bandwidth become the dominant factors.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system's performance in Barony. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast, with an average of 550 FPS on Low settings. The Medium preset yields 409 FPS, with a minimum of 348 and a maximum of 470 FPS. High settings result in an average of 351 FPS, while the Ultra preset, the most demanding, still achieves a very high average of 252 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is capable of driving displays with very high refresh rates, even at maximum quality.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains impressive. The Low preset produces an average of 347 FPS. The Medium preset averages 258 FPS, with a minimum of 219 and a maximum of 297 FPS. High settings lower the average to 222 FPS, and the Ultra preset delivers 159 FPS. The 1440p results show a noticeable step down from 1080p but still offer excellent performance, making this resolution a strong candidate for high-refresh-rate gaming with the RTX 4070 Ti.

At 3840x2160, the system remains capable of delivering smooth gameplay. The Low preset yields an average of 181 FPS. The Medium preset averages 135 FPS, with a minimum of 115 and a maximum of 155 FPS. High settings drop the average to 116 FPS, and the Ultra preset, the most demanding test, produces an average of 83 FPS. While the 4K results are significantly lower than at other resolutions, they are still well within the playable range, confirming that the RTX 4070 Ti is a viable 4K card for this title.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this system depend on the user's priority for frame rate versus visual fidelity. For users with a 1080p or 1440p 144Hz monitor, the High preset is an excellent choice. At 1080p, it delivers 351 FPS, and at 1440p, it provides 222 FPS. Both are well above the refresh rate of typical high-end monitors, ensuring a consistently smooth experience. The Ultra preset is also viable at these resolutions, offering 252 FPS and 159 FPS respectively, for those who want maximum visual quality.

For 4K gaming, the Medium preset appears to be the sweet spot. It delivers an average of 135 FPS, which is a significant improvement over the High preset's 116 FPS and the Ultra preset's 83 FPS. The Medium preset also has a reported minimum FPS of 115, indicating a stable experience. While the High preset at 4K is playable, the Medium preset provides a more comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold and a smoother experience overall.

The Ultra preset at 4K, with an average of 83 FPS, is the most demanding option and may be preferred by users who prioritize image quality over a higher frame rate. However, the data suggests that the Medium preset at 4K offers a better balance between visual quality and performance, making it a more versatile recommendation for a wide range of users. For users with high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors, the High preset is recommended for its excellent balance of performance and visual fidelity.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F plays a supporting but crucial role in this system's performance. With 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture, it provides a strong foundation for gaming. Its single-thread performance is particularly notable, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3689. This strength is critical for games like Barony, which may have a primary game thread that benefits from fast single-core processing.

The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are also robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and a Passmark multithread score of 25645. While Barony may not fully utilize all 12 threads, this multi-core power ensures that background tasks and any game logic that is multi-threaded will not cause a bottleneck. The processor's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 65W TDP contribute to its efficiency and responsiveness.

The measured FPS data indicates that the CPU is not a limiting factor in this configuration. At 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 550 FPS, which is a clear sign that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough data to reach very high frame rates. The fact that the frame rate scales significantly with resolution and settings, rather than remaining flat due to a CPU bottleneck, confirms that the GPU is the primary performance driver. The Ryzen 5 7400F is a capable partner that ensures the RTX 4070 Ti can operate at its full potential across all tested scenarios.