Barony

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a remarkably smooth experience in Barony, with the data showing that the combo ranks in the 1044th position out of 1702 tested combinations. This places it in the upper-middle tier of all tested systems, and the measured frame rates confirm that this pairing is more than capable of handling the game's demands across all resolutions and settings. The benchmark results indicate a system that offers high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, while still maintaining playable performance at 4K, making it a solid choice for this roguelike title.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 145. This is a strong result that provides a fluid experience, and it is only 54.8 FPS lower than the High preset's 199.8 FPS at the same resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its nearest rival in raw GPU benchmarks?

A: The data shows the RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 22206. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A400, scores 22307, which is a 0.5% difference. This indicates the two cards are nearly identical in overall synthetic performance.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all tested processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. This high ranking is supported by its strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23571 and a Passmark multithread score of 27732.

Q: What is the performance difference between the 5800X and the Intel Core i5-12600KF?

A: According to the nearest rivals data, the 5800X has an average score of 27606, while the Core i5-12600KF has an average score of 27827. This makes the Intel chip 0.8% faster in these aggregate benchmarks, a negligible difference in real-world gaming.

Q: Is the RTX 2070 SUPER's 8 GB of VRAM sufficient for Barony?

A: The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The measured FPS data shows that even at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system achieves an average of 50.5 FPS, indicating that the VRAM capacity and bandwidth are not bottlenecks in this title.

Q: At what resolution does the system achieve its highest frame rate?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 318.1, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This demonstrates the system's capability to push very high frame rates when graphical load is reduced, which is beneficial for competitive or fast-paced gameplay.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the primary driver of graphical performance in this configuration. Its role is defined by its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, which is paired with a 256-bit memory bus, providing a substantial bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is crucial for handling the textures and assets required at higher resolutions and settings in Barony. The GPU's base clock is 1605 MHz with a boost clock of 1770 MHz, and it is built on the Turing architecture with 2560 shading units.

The data shows how the GPU's performance scales with settings. At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops from 200.6 on Low to 92.4 on Ultra, a clear indication that the GPU is doing the heavy lifting as graphical fidelity increases. The trend continues at 3840x2160, where the GPU manages 103.1 FPS on Low but only 50.5 FPS on Ultra. This scaling behavior confirms that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the limiting component at high resolutions and settings, though it remains capable of maintaining playable frame rates. In synthetic benchmarks, the GPU scores 18169 in Passmark G3D and 1651 in 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 1044 out of 1702 tested combos in Barony. This puts the system in the top 61% of all configurations, which is a respectable position given the age of the components. The ranking suggests that while this is not a top-tier, bleeding-edge system, it provides a balanced and consistent experience in this specific game.

This rank is achieved through a synergy of the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance and the GPU's solid mid-range capabilities. The CPU's percentile rank of 84 is significantly higher than the GPU's percentile rank of 65, indicating that the processor has more headroom than the graphics card. In the context of Barony, this means the system is likely GPU-bound at higher settings, but the CPU's strength ensures that it will not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios. The combo's rank reflects a system that is well-matched for the game's engine, avoiding severe bottlenecks from either component.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 1920x1080, the system performs exceptionally well. With Low settings, it achieves an average of 318.1 FPS. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 237.2 FPS. The High preset yields an average of 199.8 FPS, and the Ultra preset delivers 145 FPS. All of these results are well above the standard 60 FPS threshold, ensuring a very smooth experience at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains very strong. The Low preset averages 200.6 FPS, which drops to 147.5 FPS on Medium. The High preset produces an average of 128.2 FPS, and the Ultra preset brings the average down to 92.4 FPS. These numbers indicate that the system is still capable of high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p, even on the most demanding preset.

At 3840x2160, the system starts to feel the strain. The Low preset averages 103.1 FPS, which is still very playable. The Medium preset averages 78 FPS, and the High preset averages 66.8 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of 50.5 FPS. While this is below the 60 FPS mark, it remains playable for a roguelike title, and the lower presets offer a comfortable margin.

Resolution Scaling

The data shows a clear and expected trend of decreasing frame rates as resolution increases. From 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the average FPS drops by approximately 37% across all settings. For instance, on High settings, the FPS goes from 199.8 to 128.2, a reduction of 71.6 FPS. This scaling indicates that the GPU is becoming more strained as the pixel count increases.

The jump from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 is even more significant. On High settings, the average FPS drops from 128.2 to 66.8, a reduction of nearly 48%. This steep decline is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The RTX 2070 SUPER's 8 GB of VRAM and 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth are being taxed heavily at 4K, especially with the higher preset details. The fact that the 1080p to 1440p scaling is less severe than the 1440p to 4K scaling suggests that while the CPU is still contributing at lower resolutions, the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as resolution scales up. The system is clearly capable of excellent 1080p and good 1440p performance, but 4K gaming will require compromises in settings for a consistently high frame rate.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X serves as a powerful foundation for this system. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This multi-threaded capability is reflected in its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R20 multicore score of 9899 and a Geekbench multicore score of 10220. The CPU's 32 MB of L3 cache and support for DDR4 memory help to ensure that game data is processed efficiently.

In the context of Barony, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, AI, and physics calculations. The high single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1397 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3445, is particularly important for maintaining high frame rates. The data shows that at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system reaches an average of 318.1 FPS, a result that would be impossible without a strong CPU. The 5800X's performance ensures that it does not become a bottleneck, even at lower resolutions where the GPU has less to do. Its 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms that it has ample headroom to support the RTX 2070 SUPER in this game.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and performance goals.

For users with a 1080p display, the Ultra preset is the best choice. At 145 FPS, it provides a visually rich experience while still delivering a frame rate that is well above what is needed for smooth, responsive gameplay. The High preset at 199.8 FPS is an option for those with high-refresh-rate monitors seeking maximum fluidity, but the visual trade-off is minimal.

For 1440p users, the High preset offers the best balance. It achieves an average of 128.2 FPS, which is an excellent result for this resolution and provides a significant visual upgrade over the Medium preset's 147.5 FPS. The Ultra preset is still viable at 92.4 FPS, but the High preset provides a more comfortable margin for consistent performance.

For 4K gaming, the Medium preset is the recommended starting point. It delivers an average of 78 FPS, which is a good balance between visual quality and performance. The High preset at 66.8 FPS is also playable, but users may prefer the extra headroom of the Medium settings. The Ultra preset at 50.5 FPS is best avoided for a consistently smooth experience, and the Low preset at 103.1 FPS is a viable option for those who prioritize frame rate above all else.