Barony

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D delivers exceptional performance in Barony, a roguelike title that scales dramatically across resolutions. The measured data shows this combination achieving a rank of 1 out of 2,935 tested combos, indicating it is the top-performing configuration in the database for this game. The RTX 5090 D, with its 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth, provides the graphical horsepower, while the 12-core, 24-thread Ryzen 9 7900X ensures that frame rates remain extraordinarily high even when settings are pushed to their limit.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data reveals a clear and predictable pattern of performance scaling as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces an average of 462 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 with the same High settings, the average drops to 292 FPS, representing a 36.8% decrease. At 3840x2160, the High preset yields an average of 152 FPS, which is a 67.1% drop from the 1080p figure and a 47.9% drop from 1440p. This scaling behavior indicates that the system is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, as the pixel count increases from roughly 2 million at 1080p to 8.3 million at 4K.

The gap between Low and Ultra settings widens as resolution increases, illustrating how the GPU workload scales with both resolution and graphical complexity. At 1080p, the spread from Low (724 FPS) to Ultra (331 FPS) is 393 FPS, while at 4K, the spread from Low (239 FPS) to Ultra (109 FPS) is 130 FPS. The relative drop from Low to Ultra at 1080p is 54.3%, while at 4K it is 54.4%, showing that the percentage cost of Ultra settings remains consistent across resolutions. However, the absolute cost in FPS is much higher at 1080p because the CPU can feed frames at a faster rate, suggesting that at lower resolutions, the CPU plays a more significant role in determining the final output.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the Ryzen 9 7900X is a limiting factor, as the GPU is capable of rendering more frames than the CPU can process. For instance, at 1080p Low, the system achieves 724 FPS, which is near the upper threshold for most high-refresh-rate monitors. At 4K Ultra, the system produces 109 FPS, a figure that remains playable but shows the expected performance cost of rendering at 8.3 million pixels with maximum detail. The scaling from 1440p to 4K at Medium settings (340 FPS to 178 FPS) shows a 47.6% reduction, which aligns closely with the pixel count difference between these resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is the dominant component in this configuration, and its specifications directly explain the high frame rates observed. The GPU features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing 1.79 TB/s of memory bandwidth. This is critical for Barony, which appears to benefit from high bandwidth given the consistent performance at 4K resolutions. The GPU’s base clock of 2017 MHz and boost clock of 2407 MHz, combined with 21,760 shading units, deliver the raw compute power needed to maintain 152 FPS at 4K High.

The GPU’s memory capacity of 32 GB is more than sufficient for Barony, as the game’s texture and geometry demands at 4K Ultra do not appear to exceed this capacity. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra (109 FPS) versus 4K High (152 FPS) indicates that the Ultra preset introduces additional rendering costs, but the GPU handles them without any signs of memory-related stuttering or frame drops. The minimum FPS recorded at Medium settings in 4K is 151 FPS, while the maximum is 204 FPS, showing a stable performance envelope.

The RTX 5090 D’s architecture, Blackwell 2.0, is built on a 5 nm process with 92,200 million transistors. This GPU achieves a passmark G3D score of 44,065 and a passmark GPU compute score of 28,396, positioning it in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT, which is 1.1% slower, and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT, which is 1.6% faster in average benchmark scores. These small deltas suggest that the RTX 5090 D is competitively placed, but in Barony specifically, its performance is unmatched due to the game’s optimization.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 4K with High settings?

A: The average FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings is 152 FPS, which is a playable frame rate for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 D compare to its nearest rival in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 5090 D has an average benchmark score of 77,712, which is 1.1% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT (76,904) and 1.6% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (78,940).

Q: What is the maximum FPS recorded in the measured data?

A: The maximum FPS recorded is 724 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance at 1080p Low?

A: At 1080p Low, the system achieves 724 FPS, which is likely CPU-limited, as the GPU has enough headroom to render more frames if the CPU could supply them faster.

*Q: What is the combo rank for this configuration in Barony?*

A: This combo is ranked 1 out of 2,935 tested combinations in the database for Barony.

Q: How much memory bandwidth does the RTX 5090 D provide?

A: The RTX 5090 D provides 1.79 TB/s of memory bandwidth via its 512-bit bus and 32 GB of GDDR7 memory.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. With Low settings, the average FPS is 724, which is the highest figure in the entire dataset. Medium settings produce an average of 538 FPS, with a minimum of 458 FPS and a maximum of 619 FPS. High settings yield 462 FPS on average, while Ultra settings drop to 331 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 54.3% reduction in average FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset imposes a significant cost even at lower resolutions.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains very high. Low settings produce an average of 457 FPS, while Medium settings yield 340 FPS, with a minimum of 289 FPS and a maximum of 391 FPS. High settings average 292 FPS, and Ultra settings average 209 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p at High settings results in a 36.8% drop, which is consistent with the increase in pixel count from 2.07 million to 3.69 million.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are lower but still impressive. Low settings produce an average of 239 FPS, while Medium settings yield 178 FPS, with a minimum of 151 FPS and a maximum of 204 FPS. High settings average 152 FPS, and Ultra settings average 109 FPS. The 4K Ultra figure of 109 FPS is the lowest in the dataset but remains well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The minimum FPS recorded at 4K Medium is 151, showing that even under load, the system does not drop below playable levels.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X plays a supporting but crucial role in this configuration, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU is not fully saturated. The CPU features 12 cores and 24 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. This high single-thread performance, evidenced by a 3DMark single-thread score of 1,093 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,016.5, ensures that the CPU can keep up with the GPU’s frame output.

The CPU’s multi-threaded capabilities are also significant, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29,300 and a Geekbench multicore score of 19,267. In Barony, which is a roguelike that may rely on single-threaded performance for game logic, the 7900X’s strong single-core score is beneficial. However, the data shows that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 724 FPS, which suggests that the CPU is the limiting factor, as the GPU could theoretically render more frames if the CPU could process game state updates faster.

The CPU’s 64 MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR5 memory with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth further contribute to its ability to feed the GPU. The Ryzen 9 7900X has a percentile rank of 91 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 53,288. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7313P, which is 0.2% slower, and the Intel Xeon Phi 7290, which is 0.3% faster. These small margins indicate that the 7900X is competitively positioned within its performance class.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 4K, the High preset delivers an average of 152 FPS, which is an excellent balance between visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset reduces this to 109 FPS, which is still playable but offers diminishing returns for the 28.3% performance drop. For players with high-refresh-rate 4K displays, the High preset is recommended, as it provides a substantial improvement over Medium (178 FPS) while maintaining a smooth experience.

At 1440p, the High preset produces 292 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any display. The Ultra preset at 209 FPS is also viable, offering improved visual fidelity without compromising on smoothness. For competitive play, the Medium preset at 340 FPS might be preferable, as it provides a 16.4% increase over High while still looking good. The Low preset at 457 FPS is excessive for most users but could be used to maximize frame rates on 360 Hz monitors.

At 1080p, the system is CPU-limited, and the choice of settings has a more significant impact on visual quality than on perceived smoothness. The High preset at 462 FPS is recommended for most users, as it offers a good balance. The Ultra preset at 331 FPS is also viable, providing the best visual quality without dropping below the 300 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 538 FPS is ideal for players with 500 Hz displays, as it maximizes frame rates while maintaining decent visuals. The Low preset at 724 FPS is only recommended for extreme competitive scenarios where every frame counts.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D achieves a rank of 1 out of 2,935 tested combos in Barony. This top-tier ranking is supported by the measured FPS data, which shows the system outperforming all other tested configurations in the database. The GPU’s 92nd percentile ranking among all GPUs and the CPU’s 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs combine to create a synergistic pairing that excels in this specific game.

The RTX 5090 D’s nearest rivals in benchmark scores are the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT (1.1% slower) and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (1.6% faster), but in Barony, the 5090 D’s architectural advantages and 32 GB memory capacity prove decisive. Similarly, the Ryzen 9 7900X’s nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-14700F, which is 0.6% slower, and the Intel Xeon 634, which is 0.6% faster, but the 7900X’s 5.60 GHz boost clock and 12-core configuration provide the necessary performance to avoid bottlenecks.

The rank of 1 out of 2,935 indicates that no other combination in the database can match the frame rates achieved by this pairing. This is particularly notable at 4K Ultra, where the system maintains 109 FPS, a figure that would be challenging for many other configurations. The data confirms that this combo is the definitive choice for Barony players seeking the highest possible performance across all resolutions and settings.