Barony

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D paired with the Intel Arc B370 presents a unique combination in Barony, pitting a strong eight-core desktop CPU against an integrated graphics solution. The measured data reveals a system where the GPU is the overwhelming performance bottleneck, and the CPU’s capabilities are largely left untapped. This analysis breaks down the performance metrics from the FACT PACK to show exactly what this pairing delivers, how it scales, and where its limitations lie.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is drastic and clearly indicates a GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces 92 FPS average. Moving to 1440p High drops this to 58 FPS, a reduction of 34 frames. At 4K High, the average plummets to 30 FPS, which is a 62 FPS drop from the 1080p figure. This steep decline is characteristic of a system where the rendering load is overwhelming the graphics processor.

Looking at the Low preset makes the scaling even more apparent. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 144 FPS average, which is the highest frame rate recorded across all tested configurations. Dropping to 1440p Low, the average falls to 91 FPS, and at 4K Low, it further drops to 47 FPS. The consistent ~50% reduction in average FPS when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and again from 1440p to 4K, points directly at the Intel Arc B370 as the limiting factor. The GPU’s pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s is a fixed hardware limit that simply cannot keep pace with the increasing pixel count at higher resolutions.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the primary constraint in any of these scenarios. The Ryzen 7 5700X3D has ample processing power, but the frame rates are capped by the GPU’s ability to render frames. The scaling pattern is a textbook example of a graphics-limited system: as resolution increases, the demand on the GPU grows exponentially, while the CPU’s workload remains relatively static. The result is that the gap between the 1080p and 4K results is almost entirely attributable to the Arc B370’s rendering throughput. The 4K Medium preset’s average of 35 FPS, compared to its 4K Low average of 47 FPS, shows that even modest graphical increases have an outsized impact on this GPU, reinforcing its status as the definitive performance ceiling.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on a 3 nm process. It features 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 render output units. Its boost clock is rated at 2400 MHz, with a base clock of 300 MHz. The memory configuration is entirely "System Shared," meaning its bandwidth and size are "System Dependent." This is a fundamental limitation, as the GPU must compete with the CPU for access to the same system memory, which is DDR4 in this case.

The GPU’s benchmark results are quite low. Its average benchmark score is 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which scores 1186, and the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which scores 1190. This data places the Arc B370 in a performance class that is several generations old, and the measured FPS in Barony reflects this. The 4K Ultra preset yields only 22 FPS average, which is unplayable for most users.

The low performance is not a surprise given the specifications. The FP32 compute power is rated at 6.144 TFLOPS, and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s. These are low figures for a modern gaming GPU. The 25 W TDP also indicates a power-constrained design, which limits its ability to sustain high clock speeds under load. The boost clock of 2400 MHz is respectable, but the low pixel rate and raw compute power mean it cannot translate that clock speed into meaningful frame rates in a demanding 3D title like Barony. The system shared memory is a critical bottleneck, as the bandwidth is not dedicated and is dependent on the CPU’s memory controller, which is rated for 51.2 GB/s. In practice, this shared configuration severely hampers performance compared to a dedicated graphics card with its own high-speed VRAM.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D is a desktop processor from the 5000 series, based on the Zen 3 architecture (codename Vermeer). It has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. It features a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a key characteristic of the X3D line. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 24709, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. This is a strong showing, with its nearest rival being the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, which scores 24728, a delta of -0.1%.

In the context of Barony, the CPU’s role appears to be entirely secondary. The measured FPS data shows that even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would have the most influence, the system only reaches 144 FPS. While this is a high number, it is not indicative of a CPU bottleneck. A more powerful GPU would likely push this number much higher, as the Ryzen 7 5700X3D has the multi-threaded capability to support it. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22366 and single-core score of 3157 show a balanced performance profile that is well-suited for gaming.

The fact that the FPS scales so poorly with resolution is the strongest evidence that the CPU is not the limiting factor. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would remain relatively constant across resolutions, as the CPU’s workload does not increase with resolution. Instead, we see a dramatic drop, confirming that the GPU is the constraint. The CPU’s 16 threads and high cache are effectively idle in this configuration, waiting for the GPU to catch up. The data suggests that this CPU is far more capable than the GPU allows it to be, and its performance headroom is wasted in this pairing.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2701 out of 2935 tested combos in Barony. This places it in the bottom 8% of all configurations, which is a poor result for a system featuring a high-end desktop CPU. The low ranking is almost entirely due to the GPU’s performance. The CPU’s high percentile ranking (77th) cannot compensate for the GPU’s low percentile ranking (5th).

This pairing is a stark example of a mismatch in performance classes. The CPU is capable of running modern games at high frame rates, but the GPU holds the entire system back. The combo’s rank of 2701 suggests that most other CPU/GPU pairings tested, even those with less powerful CPUs, achieve better results in Barony because they have more capable graphics hardware. The delta between the CPU’s strong standing and the GPU’s weak standing highlights the inefficiency of this build. The data indicates that the user is paying for CPU performance that is being left on the table, as the GPU is unable to utilize it. For Barony specifically, this combo is a poor performer, and the ranking reflects that the GPU is a severe liability.

FAQ

Q: What is the best average FPS this combo can achieve in Barony?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 144, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D or the Intel Arc B370 the primary bottleneck?

A: The benchmark results indicate the Intel Arc B370 is the primary bottleneck. The FPS drops significantly with increasing resolution, which is a clear sign of a GPU limitation, while the CPU’s performance percentile is much higher.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its closest performance rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B370 has an average benchmark score of 1184. Its nearest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, scores 1186, which is a -0.2% delta. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, a -0.5% delta, and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, a -0.7% delta.

Q: Can this combo play Barony at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The data shows that at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average FPS of 22. This is below the threshold for smooth, playable performance.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Ryzen 7 5700X3D and its nearest rival, the Ryzen 5 7600X3D?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700X3D has an average benchmark score of 24709, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D scores 24728. The delta is -0.1%, indicating the Ryzen 5 7600X3D is slightly faster in average benchmarks.

Q: What is the lowest frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average FPS recorded is 22, at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. The minimum FPS recorded for any configuration is 30 FPS, which was logged for the 4K Medium preset.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers the best experience, with an average of 144 FPS. This is the only way to get close to high-refresh-rate territory. The Medium preset at 1080p drops to 107 FPS average, which is still smooth, but the Low preset provides a significant margin. The High preset at 1080p yields 92 FPS average, which is acceptable for most players, but the Low preset is the clear winner for maximizing frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset is again the best choice, achieving 91 FPS average. This is a playable frame rate. The Medium preset at 1440p drops to 67 FPS average, which is playable but less smooth. The High preset at 1440p is borderline, with a 58 FPS average. For a consistent experience, the Low preset is recommended at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, none of the presets provide a truly smooth experience. The Low preset achieves 47 FPS average, which is the highest at this resolution. The Medium preset drops to 35 FPS, and the High preset to 30 FPS. The Ultra preset is unplayable at 22 FPS. For 4K, the Low preset is the only viable option, and even then, players should expect a sub-60 FPS experience. The data clearly shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where the Low preset provides the best balance of performance and visual quality.