Barony

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination delivers a highly playable experience in Barony, but the data reveals a clear performance ceiling defined by the GPU rather than the CPU. Across all tested resolutions, the combo demonstrates that the RTX 2060 is the primary driver of frame rate, with the Ryzen 7 3700X providing ample headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck. The measured FPS shows a strong scaling pattern from 1080p to 4K, indicating a system that is well-balanced for this roguelike title, though the demands of higher resolutions and Ultra settings quickly expose the GPU's limits.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 is steep and consistent, confirming that Barony is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions with this hardware. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 168.8 FPS at 1080p to 105.3 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 53.9 FPS at 4K. This represents a 68% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K, a pattern that holds across all settings presets. The Low preset shows the most dramatic scaling, dropping from 261.4 FPS at 1080p to 166.5 FPS at 1440p and 88.4 FPS at 4K—a 66% decrease overall. This consistent scaling behavior suggests that pixel throughput is the limiting factor, as the RTX 2060's 6 GB GDDR6 memory and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth are tasked with progressively larger frame buffers.

The data indicates that the CPU is not the constraint in this scaling curve. The Ryzen 7 3700X, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, maintains sufficient processing power to feed the GPU even at 1080p, where the CPU load is typically highest. The fact that frame rates at 1080p Low reach 261.4 FPS—well beyond the refresh rate of most displays—shows that the CPU can push far more frames than the GPU can render at higher resolutions. The bottleneck shifts decisively to the GPU as resolution increases, with the 4K Ultra preset yielding just 41.6 FPS, a number that highlights the RTX 2060's struggle to maintain fluid motion at the highest pixel counts.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is the definitive performance limiter in this configuration. Its 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus is sufficient for Barony at most settings, but the Ultra preset at 4K pushes the card to its absolute limit, resulting in 41.6 FPS. The GPU's base clock of 1365 MHz and boost clock of 1680 MHz are relatively modest by modern standards, yet they deliver strong results in this game's engine. The performance gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p (166.5 FPS vs. 75.8 FPS) shows a 55% drop, indicating that the graphics settings have a profound impact on the GPU's workload.

The RTX 2060's benchmark profile reinforces its mid-range positioning. With a percentile rank of 58 against all GPUs and an average benchmark score of 16074, it sits just 0.5% above the AMD Radeon RX 7600S and 1.8% above the AMD Radeon Pro W5500. In Barony, the GPU's capabilities translate to playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K Ultra result of 41.6 FPS falls below the 60 FPS threshold that most players consider smooth. The card's 1920 shading units and 48 ROPs are taxed heavily by the game's pixel-heavy rendering at 4K, explaining the significant frame rate collapse from 1440p to 4K at every settings level.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X plays a supporting role in this pairing, providing robust computational power that never becomes a bottleneck in Barony. With 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 2 architecture, the CPU offers a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The benchmark data shows this is a capable processor, ranking in the 85th percentile against all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 28631. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12600, scores 28654, a negligible 0.1% difference, indicating the 3700X is competitive with newer mainstream parts.

In this game, the CPU's role is to maintain a steady frame delivery at high rates, particularly at 1080p where the GPU is less taxed. The single-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2694, is adequate for Barony's game logic and physics. The multi-threaded capability, demonstrated by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19087, ensures that background tasks and complex game states do not cause frame drops. The data shows no evidence of CPU-induced stuttering or frame pacing issues, as the measured FPS values are consistently high across all resolutions when the GPU is not the limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the 261.4 FPS result suggests the CPU can deliver frames far faster than the display can refresh, making the 3700X a non-issue for this title.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain 60+ FPS?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 with Medium settings delivers 123.6 FPS, and even High settings at 1440p provide 105.3 FPS, both well above 60 FPS. At 4K, only Low settings (88.4 FPS) and Medium settings (61.6 FPS) exceed the 60 FPS threshold, while High (53.9 FPS) and Ultra (41.6 FPS) fall short.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its closest rivals in general benchmarks?

A: The RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 16074, placing it 0.5% above the AMD Radeon RX 7600S (15996) and 1.8% above the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (15786). It trails the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 by 1.7%, which scores 16351.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 3700X a bottleneck for the RTX 2060 in this game?

A: No, the data indicates the CPU is not a limiting factor. The Ryzen 7 3700X delivers 261.4 FPS at 1080p Low, which is far higher than any display's refresh rate, showing the CPU can feed the GPU more than enough frames. The GPU becomes the bottleneck at higher resolutions.

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

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce 261.4 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 121.8 FPS. This represents a 53% reduction in frame rate from Low to Ultra, demonstrating that the graphics settings significantly impact the GPU's workload even at the lowest resolution.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations for Barony?*

A: The combo ranks 1389th out of 1702 tested combinations, placing it in the lower half of all systems tested for this game. This ranking reflects the RTX 2060's mid-range performance class, despite the CPU's strong showing at 1080p.

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

A: Yes, but with limitations. The data shows 4K Low settings achieve 88.4 FPS and Medium settings reach 61.6 FPS, both playable. However, High settings drop to 53.9 FPS and Ultra falls to 41.6 FPS, which may feel less smooth for action-heavy roguelike gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination ranks 1389th out of 1702 tested combos in Barony, placing it in the bottom 18% of all systems tested. This ranking is somewhat surprising given the strong individual performance of the CPU, which sits in the 85th percentile overall. The discrepancy highlights that the RTX 2060, ranked in the 58th percentile among GPUs, drags down the overall combo ranking in this game. The data suggests that Barony is more sensitive to GPU performance than CPU performance, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling patterns across resolutions.

The ranking reflects the system's capabilities at higher resolutions and settings. While the combo delivers excellent 1080p performance, its 4K Ultra result of 41.6 FPS places it far behind higher-tier GPU combinations. The 1702 tested combos span a wide range of hardware, and the 1389th position indicates that most other systems with better GPUs outperform this pairing at 1440p and 4K. For players targeting 1080p high-refresh-rate gaming, this combo would rank much higher, but the overall ranking is skewed by the more demanding 4K tests that expose the RTX 2060's limitations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of this combo's performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional frame rates: Low settings produce 261.4 FPS, Medium settings produce 191.3 FPS, High settings produce 168.8 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 121.8 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p is well within the comfort zone for this hardware, with even the most demanding preset maintaining over 120 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the GPU's growing workload. Low settings achieve 166.5 FPS, Medium settings achieve 123.6 FPS, High settings achieve 105.3 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 75.8 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 35-38% of the frame rate across all presets, a consistent scaling factor. At 3840x2160, the RTX 2060's limitations become apparent: Low settings yield 88.4 FPS, Medium settings yield 61.6 FPS, High settings yield 53.9 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 41.6 FPS. The 4K results show that only the Low preset maintains a comfortable margin above 60 FPS, while Ultra dips below 45 FPS, which may impact gameplay smoothness in a fast-paced roguelike.

Settings Recommendations

The optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the Ultra preset at 121.8 FPS is the clear choice, as it provides the best visual quality while maintaining frame rates far above the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that even the most demanding settings at 1080p leave substantial headroom, so players should max out the graphics options for the best experience.

At 1440p, the High preset at 105.3 FPS offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, delivering over 100 FPS while maintaining quality. The Ultra preset at 75.8 FPS is also viable for players who prioritize visuals, as it remains above 60 FPS. However, the Medium preset at 123.6 FPS is recommended for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, as it provides a significant frame rate boost over High with only a moderate visual compromise.

For 4K gaming, the Medium preset at 61.6 FPS is the highest quality setting that maintains smooth gameplay. The Low preset at 88.4 FPS offers a much larger performance margin, making it the safer choice for ensuring consistent frame delivery, especially during intense gameplay moments. Players should avoid the High and Ultra presets at 4K, as they drop to 53.9 FPS and 41.6 FPS respectively, which may result in noticeable stuttering in a genre where quick reactions are essential.