Barony

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 combination produces a highly variable experience in Barony, with performance heavily dependent on resolution and quality settings. The data reveals a system where the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions, while the capable six-core CPU allows for high frame rates at 1080p. This analysis examines the measured FPS across all settings to understand the balance of this pairing.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a dramatic and consistent drop as resolution increases, which strongly indicates that the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is the limiting component in this system. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 137 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same settings, the average falls to 87 FPS, a reduction of approximately 36%. At 3840x2160 Low, the average plummets further to 45 FPS, which is just 33% of the 1080p performance. This steep decline is classic behavior for a GPU that is running out of pixel processing power.

The scaling pattern across all settings tells a similar story. For High settings, the averages are 88 FPS at 1080p, 55 FPS at 1440p, and 29 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1440p to 4K is particularly severe, representing a 47% decrease. This suggests that the GTX 1650's 128-bit memory bus and 128.1 GB/s of bandwidth are insufficient to feed the massive pixel count of 4K displays, causing a bottleneck. The game becomes increasingly unplayable at 4K, with only Low settings managing to stay above the 30 FPS threshold.

The data implies that the CPU is not the primary factor in these frame rate drops. The Ryzen 5 7500F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads boosting up to 5.00 GHz, does not show signs of being a bottleneck at lower resolutions, as evidenced by the high 137 FPS average at 1080p. Instead, the scaling curve is a textbook example of a GPU-bound scenario. The performance per pixel degrades significantly, confirming that users should consider 1080p or 1440p as the practical operating range for this GPU, with 4K reserved only for the lowest settings and even then, at a cost to smoothness.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 plays a decisive role in this pairing, and its specifications explain the measured results. The GPU features 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 128.1 GB/s. This is a modest allocation for modern gaming, and it directly impacts performance at higher resolutions where memory pressure increases. The data shows that Ultra settings at 1440p yield only 40 FPS, and at 4K, Ultra drops to 21 FPS. These low numbers are typical of a GPU that is constrained by its memory capacity and bandwidth, struggling to store and stream textures for high-detail scenes.

The GPU's clock speeds are also relevant. With a base clock of 1485 MHz and a boost clock of 1665 MHz, the GTX 1650 is running at a reasonable frequency, but its raw compute power is limited. The card offers a FP32 performance of 2.984 TFLOPS, which is modest. This limits its ability to handle complex shaders and effects that come with High and Ultra presets. The benchmark results support this, as the passmark G3D score of 7880 places it in the 40th percentile of all GPUs, indicating it is a lower-mid-range performer.

The GTX 1650's role is further clarified by its nearest rivals in the database. It sits just 0.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon HD 8850M, 0.4% ahead of the Intel UHD Graphics 750, and 0.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon R7 350. It is also 1% behind the Intel Arc A310. This tight grouping around the 7447-7550 score range confirms that the GTX 1650 is at the entry-level tier of performance. In Barony, this means that the GPU dictates the playable settings, and the data shows that while Low and Medium presets are viable at 1080p, the card's limits become apparent quickly as resolution increases.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Barony with this combo for a smooth experience?

A: The data indicates that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where consistently high frame rates are achievable. At Low settings, the combo delivers an average of 137 FPS, and at Medium, it maintains 102 FPS. While 2560x1440 is playable on Low with 87 FPS, the average drops below 60 FPS on High settings, making 1080p the most reliable choice.

Q: How does the GTX 1650's performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 7472 is virtually identical to its nearest competitors. It is 0.3% faster than the AMD Radeon HD 8850M, 0.4% faster than the Intel UHD Graphics 750, and 0.6% faster than the AMD Radeon R7 350. It trails the Intel Arc A310 by 1%, showing that it is firmly in the same performance class as these other entry-level options.

Q: Is the CPU holding back the GPU in this game?

A: The data does not suggest the CPU is a bottleneck. The Ryzen 5 7500F shows strong synthetic performance, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22799 and a single-core score of 3218. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 137 FPS, which indicates the CPU can feed the GPU effectively. The performance drops are more consistent with GPU limitations, particularly at higher resolutions.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: The measured data shows a significant gap. At 1920x1080, Low settings produce an average of 137 FPS, while Ultra settings produce an average of 63 FPS. This represents a 54% reduction in performance when moving from the lowest to the highest quality preset, highlighting the heavy cost of Ultra settings on this GPU.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Barony?

A: The data shows that 4K gaming is not a viable option for a smooth experience. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are 45 FPS on Low, 34 FPS on Medium, 29 FPS on High, and 21 FPS on Ultra. Only the Low preset comes close to a playable threshold, and even then, it is below the 60 FPS target most players prefer.

Q: How does the combo's rank in this game reflect its overall standing?

A: The combo is ranked 3589 out of 3717 tested combos for Barony. This places it in the lower 3.4% of all configurations, indicating that while it can run the game, it is far behind the majority of systems in terms of measured FPS.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear hierarchy for the best experience per preset. For players targeting 1080p, the Medium preset is the optimal balance, delivering an average of 102 FPS with a minimum of 87 FPS. This ensures smooth gameplay while still offering improved visuals over Low, which averages 137 FPS. High is also playable at 88 FPS, but the jump to Ultra drops the average to 63 FPS, which may be acceptable for some, though it represents a significant performance cost for diminishing visual returns.

At 2560x1440, the options are more limited. The Low preset is the only one that consistently stays above 60 FPS, with an average of 87 FPS. Medium averages 64 FPS, which is still playable, but the minimum of 55 FPS suggests occasional dips. High and Ultra drop to 55 FPS and 40 FPS respectively, making them less suitable for fast-paced action. For a stable experience at this resolution, Low is the recommended choice, with Medium as a viable alternative for those who prefer better graphics.

For 3840x2160, the data suggests that this combo is not suited for high-quality gaming. The Low preset is the only one that breaks the 30 FPS barrier, averaging 45 FPS. Medium averages 34 FPS, but the minimum of 29 FPS indicates stuttering. High and Ultra are effectively unplayable, with averages of 29 FPS and 21 FPS. Given these figures, users should avoid 4K unless they are willing to accept very low frame rates and use the Low preset exclusively.

Overall, the sweet spot for this combo is 1080p with Medium settings. This configuration offers a high frame rate that exceeds the 60 FPS standard and avoids the severe performance penalties seen at higher resolutions and presets. The data shows that this pairing is best utilized as a 1080p gaming system, with 1440p reserved for less demanding scenarios.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo performs admirably. Low settings yield an average of 137 FPS. Medium settings produce an average of 102 FPS, with a minimum of 87 FPS and a maximum of 117 FPS. High settings average 88 FPS. Ultra settings bring the average down to 63 FPS. This resolution offers the most headroom, with all presets except Ultra staying well above the 60 FPS mark.

At 2560x1440, performance begins to strain. Low settings average 87 FPS. Medium settings average 64 FPS, but the minimum falls to 55 FPS and the maximum is 74 FPS. High settings average 55 FPS. Ultra settings average 40 FPS. The step from Low to Medium is a 26% performance drop, and the step from Medium to High is another 14% drop, showing how sensitive the GPU is to quality changes at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly overwhelmed. Low settings average 45 FPS. Medium settings average 34 FPS, with a minimum of 29 FPS and a maximum of 39 FPS. High settings average 29 FPS. Ultra settings average 21 FPS. The jump from Low to Medium is a 24% reduction, and from Medium to High, the average falls below 30 FPS, making the game feel choppy. The data shows that this resolution is only marginally playable on the lowest settings.

The progression across resolutions shows a clear pattern. For Low settings, the averages are 137 FPS at 1080p, 87 FPS at 1440p, and 45 FPS at 4K. For Medium, they are 102 FPS, 64 FPS, and 34 FPS. For High, they are 88 FPS, 55 FPS, and 29 FPS. For Ultra, they are 63 FPS, 40 FPS, and 21 FPS. This consistent degradation across all presets reinforces the conclusion that the GPU is the limiting factor.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a strong performer that provides a solid foundation for this gaming combo. With 6 cores and 12 threads, it offers ample parallelism for modern games. Its base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz ensure high single-thread performance, which is crucial for game logic and physics. The CPU's benchmark scores support this, with a Geekbench single-core score of 2374 and a multi-core score of 12362. This places it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it is a well-above-average processor.

In Barony, the CPU's role appears to be supportive rather than limiting. The measured FPS at 1080p Low is 137 FPS, which is a high number that suggests the CPU is not preventing the GPU from reaching its maximum output. The CPU's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i7-11850H (0.1% faster), the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (0.2% slower), the Intel Core i7-13620H (0.2% faster), and the Intel Core 5 210H (0.4% faster). This tight grouping around an average score of roughly 24900 shows that the 7500F is competitive with other mid-range processors.

The CPU's cache hierarchy also contributes to its capability. It features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache is beneficial for gaming, as it can hold more of the game's working set, reducing memory latency. The CPU supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, offering a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, which is more than sufficient to keep the GTX 1650 fed with data.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck in this system. The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K is entirely consistent with a GPU limitation. If the CPU were the constraint, we would expect to see similar frame rates across resolutions, but the data shows a clear and dramatic drop as resolution increases. Therefore, the Ryzen 5 7500F is performing its role effectively, providing a robust platform that allows the GTX 1650 to operate at its full potential, even if that potential is limited.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 combination is ranked 3589 out of 3717 tested combos in Barony. This places the system in the bottom 3.4% of all configurations tested, which is a very low standing. This rank is a direct reflection of the measured FPS data, which shows that the system struggles to maintain high frame rates at resolutions above 1080p. The rank suggests that while the combo is functional, it is far outclassed by the vast majority of systems in the database.

The low rank is primarily attributable to the GPU. The GTX 1650 is an end-of-life product with a 4 GB memory buffer, and its performance is equivalent to that of integrated graphics solutions like the Intel UHD Graphics 750, which is just 0.4% slower. This places the GPU in the 40th percentile of all GPUs, meaning it is slower than 60% of the GPUs tested. This hardware limitation is the primary reason for the poor rank.

In contrast, the CPU is a bright spot. The Ryzen 5 7500F is in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, showing that it is a powerful processor. However, in this gaming context, the CPU's strength cannot compensate for the GPU's weakness. The combination's rank is dragged down by the GPU's inability to handle higher resolutions and settings. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the system only achieves 21 FPS, which is a poor result that contributes to the low overall rank.

The rank also implies that users of this combo should have modest expectations. While the system can deliver a smooth 1080p experience at Medium settings, it is not competitive with more balanced configurations that feature higher-end GPUs. The rank of 3589 out of 3717 is a clear indicator that this is an entry-level gaming setup, and the measured FPS data confirms that its best use case is 1080p gaming with moderate settings. For anyone looking to play Barony at higher resolutions or with maximum quality, this combo would not be recommended based on its measured performance.