Barony

Barony is a roguelike title where the combination of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 produces a highly resolution-dependent experience. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly capable at 1080p and 1440p, but which begins to show its limitations at 4K, particularly when aiming for maximum visual fidelity. The measured FPS figures indicate that this combo ranks in the 34th percentile of tested configurations, a position driven by the GPU's performance ceiling in this specific game rather than any CPU bottleneck.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and reveals a clear GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 294 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 186 FPS, a reduction of 108 FPS, and at 4K Low the average falls to 97 FPS. This scaling pattern is steep, indicating that the rendering load is increasing faster than the GPU can maintain its frame throughput as pixel count rises.

For High settings, the trend continues. The system produces 188 FPS at 1080p, 118 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 4K here is 126 FPS, which shows that even at a moderate quality preset, the RTX 5060 is being pushed hard by the higher resolution. The data suggests that the game's visual effects at High settings scale heavily with resolution, and the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are likely contributing factors to this pronounced drop.

The most revealing data point is the Ultra preset scaling. At 1080p Ultra, the combo averages 135 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 85 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 44 FPS. This represents a 67% reduction in average FPS from 1080p to 4K at the highest settings. This is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck, as the CPU has ample headroom to feed frames, but the GPU cannot keep up with the pixel and shader workload at higher resolutions. The game becomes increasingly unplayable at 4K Ultra, with the average FPS dropping below the 60 FPS threshold.

The scaling from Medium to High to Ultra at 4K also shows a significant cost for each step up in quality. At 4K Medium, the average is 72 FPS, which drops to 62 FPS at High, and then plummets to 44 FPS at Ultra. The jump from High to Ultra is particularly costly, a 29% performance hit, suggesting that the Ultra preset enables effects that are disproportionately expensive at this resolution. Overall, the data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K reserved for lower settings if a smooth frame rate is the priority.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is the primary determinant of performance in this configuration. The GPU's specifications include 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The benchmark results show that this memory configuration is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but it appears to be a limiting factor at 4K, where the higher resolution demands more memory and bandwidth for textures and frame buffers.

The GPU's clock speeds are a base of 2280 MHz and a boost of 2497 MHz. These relatively high clocks help the card achieve strong results at lower resolutions, as evidenced by the 294 FPS average at 1080p Low. However, the performance at 4K Ultra, with an average of 44 FPS, suggests that the raw compute power of the GPU, which is rated at 19.18 TFLOPS for FP32, is not enough to handle the most demanding settings at this resolution in Barony.

The RTX 5060's benchmark scores from the database show a mixed profile. Its Passmark G3D score is 20891, which places it in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon 860M with a deltaPct of -0.3, the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 with -0.3, and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary with -0.8. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is 1.2% ahead in average benchmark score. This positioning suggests that while the RTX 5060 is a capable mid-range card, it is not a high-end performer, and this is reflected in its struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra in this game.

The data shows a stark contrast between the GPU's performance at different settings. At 1080p, the GPU is able to deliver frame rates well above what most displays can show, with averages ranging from 135 to 294 FPS depending on the preset. However, at 4K, the GPU's limitations become apparent. The 44 FPS average at Ultra is below the threshold for smooth gameplay, and even the 62 FPS at High is borderline. This indicates that the RTX 5060's architecture, with its 3840 shading units and 48 ROPs, is better matched to 1080p and 1440p workloads in this specific game.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is a high-end mobile processor that provides more than enough capability to avoid becoming a bottleneck in Barony. With 16 cores and 32 threads, a base clock of 3.00 GHz, and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, this CPU has substantial processing power. Its benchmark scores are impressive, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35314 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 20992.

The CPU's performance in the database is strong, with a percentile rank of 95 against all CPUs. Its average benchmark score is 77740, which puts it slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX by 1.6% and the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P by 1.6%, and it is 2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX. It trails the Intel Core i9-14900K by 1.7%. This shows that the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is a top-tier processor, and its performance is unlikely to be the limiting factor in any gaming scenario.

The game's frame rates across different resolutions support this conclusion. The fact that FPS scales down significantly as resolution increases, while holding settings constant, points to a GPU limitation. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would be more consistent across resolutions, as the CPU workload would remain similar. Instead, we see a clear pattern where lower resolutions yield much higher FPS, which is the signature of a GPU-bound system.

The CPU's 64 MB of shared L3 cache and 256.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth provide ample data throughput for the game's logic and asset streaming. The data suggests that even at 1080p Low, where the GPU is producing 294 FPS, the CPU is able to keep up with the frame generation demands. This combo is well-balanced in that the CPU provides a stable foundation, but the overall performance ceiling is set by the GPU, particularly at higher resolutions and settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 1935 out of 2935 tested combos in Barony. This places it in the lower half of all configurations, which is surprising given the strength of the CPU. The rank is likely dragged down by the GPU's performance, as the CPU is among the best available, but the GPU is a mid-range part.

This ranking suggests that while the combo is capable of high frame rates at lower resolutions, it is outclassed by many other combinations for 4K gaming or high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming. The data shows that the combo can achieve 294 FPS at 1080p Low, which is excellent, but it falls to 44 FPS at 4K Ultra, which is below the threshold for a smooth experience. This inconsistent performance across the resolution spectrum is a key factor in its overall rank.

The combo's position in the 34th percentile indicates that most other tested configurations are faster in this game. This is not a reflection of the CPU, which is in the 95th percentile, but rather the GPU, which is in the 72nd percentile. The pairing of a top-tier CPU with a mid-tier GPU creates a system that is excellent for esports and competitive gaming at 1080p, but it struggles to deliver a high-end 4K experience.

In practice, the data suggests that users with this combo should target 1080p or 1440p for the best balance of visual quality and frame rate. At 1440p High, the combo delivers 118 FPS, which is a strong result. At 1440p Ultra, it still manages 85 FPS. The 4K results are less compelling, with only the Low preset achieving a frame rate above 60 FPS. This ranking is a clear signal that the GPU is the limiting component in this pairing for Barony.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Barony?

A: The data indicates that 1440p is the sweet spot. At 1440p High, the combo averages 118 FPS, and at 1440p Ultra, it averages 85 FPS, both of which are smooth experiences. 4K is playable only at Low settings, with a 97 FPS average.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Barony?

A: Yes, but with significant compromises. At 4K Low, the average FPS is 97, which is playable. However, at 4K High, the average drops to 62 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 44 FPS, which may not be smooth enough for all players.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 has an average benchmark score of 77740. It is 1.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX and the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P, and 2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX. It is 1.7% behind the Intel Core i9-14900K.

Q: What is the GPU's performance relative to other cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has a Passmark G3D score of 20891, placing it in the 72nd percentile. It is nearly tied with the AMD Radeon 860M and the NVIDIA GeForce MX550, with a -0.3% delta, and is 0.8% behind the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is 1.2% ahead.

Q: Is the system CPU-bound or GPU-bound in this game?

A: The data strongly indicates a GPU-bound scenario. The frame rates drop significantly as resolution increases, from 294 FPS at 1080p Low to 97 FPS at 4K Low, which is a classic sign of the GPU being the limiting factor. The powerful CPU has headroom, but the GPU cannot keep up with the higher pixel workload.

Q: What are the frame rates at 1080p with different settings?

A: At 1080p, the combo averages 294 FPS on Low, 219 FPS on Medium, 188 FPS on High, and 135 FPS on Ultra. These are all very high frame rates, indicating that the system is well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors at this resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the combo's performance across all tested configurations.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance. With Low settings, the average FPS is 294. Medium settings produce an average of 219 FPS, with a minimum of 186 FPS and a maximum of 251 FPS. High settings yield an average of 188 FPS. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still achieves an average of 135 FPS. This resolution is clearly where the combo shines, offering maximum performance.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong. Low settings average 186 FPS. Medium settings average 138 FPS, with a minimum of 117 FPS and a maximum of 159 FPS. High settings average 118 FPS. Ultra settings drop the average to 85 FPS. All of these results are above the 60 FPS threshold, making 1440p a very viable option for this combo.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more variable. Low settings average 97 FPS. Medium settings average 72 FPS, with a minimum of 61 FPS and a maximum of 83 FPS. High settings average 62 FPS. Ultra settings drop to an average of 44 FPS. This shows that 4K gaming is only smooth at Low settings, and Medium is borderline. The data shows a clear progression of performance degradation as resolution increases, with the most significant drop occurring between 1440p and 4K at higher settings.