Barony

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Comet Lake architecture, built on Intel's 14 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, and the benchmark results show it sits in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs tested. In synthetic multi-threaded tests, it scores 10,297 in Cinebench R23, while its single-thread score is 1,453. For a game like Barony, which is a roguelike, the data shows that the CPU's 12 threads provide ample headroom. The processor's Passmark multithread score of 12,115 and its 3DMark 16-thread score of 4,748 indicate that even at lower resolutions where frame rates climb dramatically, the CPU is unlikely to be the limiting factor. The nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7552, which scores 14,115 (0.4% higher), and the Intel Core i5-8500, which scores 14,332 (1.1% higher), placing the i5-10400F in a competitive mid-range position.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with a 4 nm process and features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. Its boost clock reaches 2970 MHz, and it houses 4096 shading units. The GPU's raw compute capability is rated at 48.66 TFLOPS for FP32 operations. In the context of Barony, the measured frame rates demonstrate that the GPU is the dominant factor in performance scaling. At 4K resolution, the average frame rate drops from 157.1 FPS on Low settings to 69.8 FPS on Ultra, a reduction of over 55%. This pattern highlights how the GPU's workload increases with graphical fidelity. The GPU sits in the 82nd percentile of all GPUs, with a Passmark G3D score of 26,795. Its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon Pro 575 (39,703 score, -0.1% delta) and NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile (39,568 score, 0.2% delta), show that the RX 9070 XT's average benchmark score of 39,647 is closely matched by those parts, though the RX 9070 XT clearly outpaces them in gaming scenarios given its 16 GB VRAM and high bandwidth.

FAQ

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

A: The measured data shows an average of 212.7 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival in multi-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-10400F has an average benchmark score of 14,168, which is 0.4% higher than the AMD EPYC 7552's score of 14,115.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the difference between Low (293.6 FPS) and Ultra (132.5 FPS) settings is 161.1 FPS, representing a performance drop of approximately 55% when moving to the highest preset.

Q: Is the GPU's VRAM capacity sufficient for high-resolution gaming?

A: The Radeon RX 9070 XT is equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, and the measured 4K results, such as 95.5 FPS on High settings, indicate that this capacity is adequate for demanding resolutions without becoming a bottleneck in Barony.

Q: What is the GPU's rank among all tested GPUs?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT falls in the 82nd percentile of all GPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 39,647.

Q: How does the combo rank in Barony specifically?

A: The combination of the Intel Core i5-10400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT ranks 507th out of 1,702 tested combos for this game.

How This Combo Ranks

The pairing of the Intel Core i5-10400F with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT achieves a rank of 507 out of 1,702 tested combinations in Barony, placing it in the top 30% of all systems evaluated. This ranking reflects a balanced setup where the GPU's high percentile (82nd) compensates for the CPU's more modest standing (73rd percentile). The data indicates that the system is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p, where it delivers 186.2 FPS on High settings and 132.5 FPS on Ultra. At 1080p, the combo excels even further, breaking the 300 FPS barrier on High settings with 299.7 FPS. The performance gap between the CPU and GPU is not a hindrance in this title; rather, the combo's rank suggests that the GPU is the primary driver of frame rates, with the CPU providing sufficient support to avoid stalling at lower resolutions. Notably, competitors like the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64, which has a similar average score (39,879, -0.6% delta), would likely produce lower results in this game due to reduced memory bandwidth and VRAM, reinforcing the RX 9070 XT's advantage.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings levels. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional frame rates: 469.5 FPS on Low, 346 FPS on Medium, 299.7 FPS on High, and 212.7 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show that even the most demanding preset at 1080p remains far above the threshold for smooth gameplay, with no risk of dropping below 200 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440, the results are still impressive: 293.6 FPS on Low, 218.3 FPS on Medium, 186.2 FPS on High, and 132.5 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1440p shows a 55% reduction in frame rate, indicating that the GPU is heavily taxed by the Ultra preset's effects. At 3840x2160, the system maintains playable performance: 157.1 FPS on Low, 111.8 FPS on Medium, 95.5 FPS on High, and 69.8 FPS on Ultra. The 4K Ultra result is the only measured configuration that falls below the 70 FPS mark, suggesting that while the game remains playable, the highest settings at 4K push the GPU to its limits. Across all resolutions, the relative performance drop from Low to Ultra is consistent, hovering around 55-56%, which indicates that the settings presets have a uniform impact on the GPU workload.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 212.7 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any display, making it the recommended choice for users who prioritize visual quality without sacrificing performance. At 2560x1440, the High preset offers 186.2 FPS, which provides a smooth experience on high-refresh-rate monitors, while the Ultra preset at 132.5 FPS still exceeds the 120 FPS threshold but with a noticeable 29% performance penalty compared to High. For users with 1440p displays, High settings strike the best balance between fidelity and speed. At 3840x2160, the High preset produces 95.5 FPS, which is ideal for 60 Hz to 100 Hz displays, whereas the Ultra preset at 69.8 FPS may cause visible stuttering on higher-refresh-rate 4K monitors. The Medium preset at 111.8 FPS is a viable alternative for 4K users who want to ensure a stable frame rate above 100 FPS. In summary, the data suggests that High settings are the sweet spot for most scenarios, offering a substantial improvement over Medium while avoiding the steep performance cost of Ultra, particularly at resolutions above 1080p.