Barony

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and AMD Radeon RX 7700 pairing delivers a remarkably smooth experience in Barony, with performance that scales predictably across resolutions and settings. The data indicates this combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p, while still providing solid 4K capabilities. This analysis breaks down the CPU and GPU contributions, scaling behavior, and the optimal settings for this specific hardware pairing.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is a Zen 3 (Vermeer) part on the AMD Socket AM4 platform, built on a 7 nm process by TSMC. It provides 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 32 MB shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus, offering a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. With a TDP of 105 W, this is a mainstream desktop processor.

In Barony, a roguelike title, the CPU's role is primarily about maintaining high frame throughput, especially at lower resolutions where the GPU is less likely to be the bottleneck. The processor's multithreaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23794 and a Passmark multithread score of 28053, suggests it can handle the game's simulation and logic threads without issue. Single-thread performance is also strong, with a Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 3359 and a 3DMark single-thread score of 959, which is critical for game logic that often runs on a main thread.

The benchmark data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 360 FPS, indicating the CPU is not a limiting factor at this resolution. Even at 1080p with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 165, which is well above the refresh rate of most standard monitors. The CPU's performance percentile is 81, meaning it outperforms the majority of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H, which has an average score of 29868 and a deltaPct of 0, and the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X, which has an average score of 29713 and a deltaPct of 0.6, indicating the 5800XT is slightly ahead of the 9600X and essentially tied with the 7840H.

The combination of high single-core and multi-core scores means the Ryzen 7 5800XT is well-equipped to handle Barony's demands. The game is not particularly CPU-intensive compared to modern AAA titles, so this processor provides a strong foundation. The data shows that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at high frame rates, as evidenced by the 360 FPS result at 1080p Low. This suggests that in most scenarios, the GPU will be the primary determinant of performance, especially at higher resolutions and settings.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with the Navi 32 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1900 MHz, a boost clock of 2459 MHz, and a game clock of 2041 MHz. The memory clock runs at 2438 MHz, which translates to 19.5 Gbps effective. With 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 96 ROPs, it delivers a pixel rate of 236.1 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 393.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is rated at 25.18 TFLOPS.

For Barony, the GPU's 16 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for any resolution or texture pack the game can throw at it. The game is a roguelike, so its visual fidelity is not on par with modern shooters, but the RX 7700 still provides headroom for high frame rates. The GPU's performance percentile is 58, placing it above the median for all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 15852, with nearest rivals including the AMD Radeon R9 370X (avgScore 15862, deltaPct -0.1) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (avgScore 16129, deltaPct -1.7). This indicates the RX 7700 is slightly slower than the RTX 3060 Ti in synthetic benchmarks but very close in overall performance.

The GPU's role in Barony becomes more apparent as resolution increases. At 1080p, the GPU is often not the bottleneck, as frame rates are very high. However, at 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 54, indicating the GPU is being fully utilized. The 16 GB VRAM ensures there is no memory capacity issue, even with high-resolution textures. The GPU's high FP32 throughput and texture rate are beneficial for the game's rendering, which likely includes various particle effects and dynamic lighting common in roguelike games. The RX 7700's performance in Barony is solid, providing playable frame rates at 4K and excellent performance at 1440p and 1080p.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data shows a clear scaling pattern across resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves an average of 360 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low, the average is 227 FPS, a drop of 37%. At 4K Low, the average is 119 FPS, a further drop of 48% from 1440p. This pattern is typical of a GPU that becomes more of a bottleneck as resolution increases. The CPU is capable of providing high frame rates, as shown by the 1080p results, but the GPU is increasingly stressed at higher resolutions.

Looking at Ultra settings, the trend is similar but with a more pronounced drop. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 165 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 104 FPS, a 37% reduction. At 4K Ultra, the average is 54 FPS, a 48% reduction from 1440p. This consistent percentage drop across settings suggests that the scaling is resolution-driven rather than settings-driven. The GPU is the limiting component at 4K, as the CPU has ample headroom.

The data indicates that at 1080p, the CPU is the primary limiting factor, as the GPU is not fully saturated. The high frame rates at 1080p (e.g., 360 FPS on Low) are limited by the CPU's ability to process frames. At 1440p, the balance shifts more toward the GPU, but the CPU still provides enough headroom for high frame rates. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, as the frame rates drop significantly. This scaling behavior is typical for a balanced mid-range combo, where the CPU is strong enough for high-refresh gaming but the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo of AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and AMD Radeon RX 7700 ranks 1336 out of 2935 tested combos in Barony. This places it in the 45th percentile of all tested combinations, meaning it outperforms 45% of the combos in the database. This ranking is influenced by the fact that Barony is a relatively light game, and many higher-end combos will achieve higher frame rates, especially at lower resolutions.

The rank of 1336 suggests that this combo is positioned in the mid-to-upper range of performance. It is not a top-tier combo for this game, but it is far from the bottom. The ranking reflects the GPU's performance percentile of 58, which is lower than the CPU's percentile of 81. This indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor for this combo's overall ranking in Barony. If the GPU were stronger, the combo would rank higher, as the CPU has more headroom.

In comparison to other combos, this pairing offers a good balance for 1440p gaming. The 1336 rank out of 2935 combos means there are many systems that are faster, but there are also many that are slower. The combo's performance is strong enough to provide smooth gameplay at 1440p with high settings, as shown by the 145 FPS average at 1440p High. At 4K, the combo still delivers playable frame rates, but it is not ideal for high-refresh 4K monitors. The ranking reflects the GPU being the primary driver of performance in this game, as the CPU is more than capable.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1080p, the High preset delivers an average of 230 FPS, which is excellent for any high-refresh monitor. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 165 FPS, which is still very high and suitable for 165 Hz or lower refresh rate displays. The Medium preset at 1080p offers 268 FPS, but the visual difference between Medium and High is often not worth the slight frame rate sacrifice. For 1080p, High is the recommended preset, as it provides a great balance of visual quality and frame rate.

At 1440p, the High preset yields an average of 145 FPS, which is ideal for a 144 Hz monitor. The Medium preset provides 169 FPS, but the visual improvement from Medium to High is typically noticeable in a game like Barony. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 104 FPS, which is still playable but may not be worth the visual gains for the frame rate loss. For 1440p, High is the recommended preset, as it provides a smooth experience with good visual fidelity.

At 4K, the High preset delivers an average of 76 FPS, which is playable on a 60 Hz monitor. The Ultra preset drops to 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and may feel less smooth. The Medium preset offers 88 FPS, which is a good balance for 4K. For 4K, Medium is the recommended preset, as it provides a smooth frame rate while maintaining decent visual quality. The Low preset at 4K yields 119 FPS, but the visual hit is often too significant for most players. Overall, the High preset at 1080p and 1440p, and the Medium preset at 4K, offer the best experience per the measured rows.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at how this combo performs in Barony across different configurations.

At 1920x1080, the combo achieves its highest frame rates. The Low preset produces an average of 360 FPS, with no minimum or maximum data provided. The Medium preset averages 268 FPS, with a minimum of 228 and a maximum of 308. The High preset averages 230 FPS, with no min/max data. The Ultra preset averages 165 FPS, with no min/max data. This shows that at 1080p, the combo is capable of extremely high frame rates, with even the Ultra preset exceeding 160 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. The Low preset averages 227 FPS, with no min/max data. The Medium preset averages 169 FPS, with a minimum of 144 and a maximum of 194. The High preset averages 145 FPS, with no min/max data. The Ultra preset averages 104 FPS, with no min/max data. These numbers indicate that 1440p is a sweet spot for this combo, offering high frame rates on all presets, with the High preset providing a smooth experience for most gamers.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The Low preset averages 119 FPS, with no min/max data. The Medium preset averages 88 FPS, with a minimum of 75 and a maximum of 102. The High preset averages 76 FPS, with no min/max data. The Ultra preset averages 54 FPS, with no min/max data. At 4K, the combo can still handle the game, but the Ultra preset drops below 60 FPS, making the Medium or High presets more suitable for a consistent experience.

The data shows a clear progression: as resolution increases, frame rates drop consistently. The Medium preset at each resolution provides a balance between visual quality and performance, with the minimum FPS figures (e.g., 75 at 4K Medium) indicating that the combo maintains playable frame rates even in demanding scenes. The High preset at 1080p and 1440p is the recommended choice for most users, as it offers high frame rates with good visual fidelity, while the Medium preset at 4K is the best option for maintaining smooth gameplay.