Barony

The Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9060 delivers a robust experience in Barony, a roguelike title from 2015. The data indicates this combination is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gameplay, particularly at 1080p and 1440p resolutions, though 4K Ultra settings present a significant challenge. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, contextualizes the hardware's standing, and provides practical settings guidance based strictly on the observed benchmark results.

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

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Rocket Lake architecture, built on Intel's 14 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, drawing 65 W TDP and fitting the Intel Socket 1200. Its cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a shared 12 MB L3 cache. The processor supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s and offers PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU shows solid multi-threaded and single-threaded capability. It scores 14,340 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,024 in single-core. In Geekbench, it achieves 7,737 multi-core and 1,777 single-core. Its Passmark multi-thread score is 16,908, and its single-thread score is 2,981. The processor's overall average benchmark score is 17,177, placing it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs. Compared to its nearest rivals, it is 0.3% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7H12 (17,120) and 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U (17,074), while trailing the Intel Core i5-12450H by 0.4% (17,239) and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G by 0.6% (17,278).

For Barony, the CPU's role is largely about maintaining a stable frame delivery, especially at lower resolutions where the GPU is less burdened. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p, the average frame rates are exceptionally high—315 FPS on Low, 235 FPS on Medium, 201 FPS on High, and 144 FPS on Ultra. These numbers suggest that the 6-core/12-thread configuration is more than adequate to feed the Radeon RX 9060 in this older title. The high single-thread score (2,024 in Cinebench R23) is particularly relevant for a roguelike, which often relies heavily on game logic and physics calculations that scale with single-core performance. The data shows no evidence of the CPU becoming a bottleneck at 1080p, as the frame rates scale consistently with the GPU load from Low to Ultra settings.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core i5-11400F?

A: The launch MSRP for the Intel Core i5-11400F is $157.

Q: How does the Radeon RX 9060 compare to its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16,014, which is 0.7% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's score of 16,129.

*Q: What is the best average FPS recorded for this combo in Barony, and at what settings?*

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 315, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

*Q: Is the Radeon RX 9060 capable of running Barony at 4K with an average FPS above 60?*

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 66 FPS, which is above 60 FPS. However, at Ultra settings, the average drops to 48 FPS.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the AMD Radeon RX 9060?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 has a memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s, using 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus.

Q: How many RT cores does the Radeon RX 9060 have?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 has 28 RT cores.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combinations for Barony, the Intel Core i5-11400F + AMD Radeon RX 9060 configuration is ranked 1,704 out of 2,935 total combos. This places it in the upper half of all tested systems, indicating a performance level that is better than a majority of other hardware pairings for this specific game. The rank is a holistic measure that likely accounts for performance across various settings and resolutions.

Given the measured FPS numbers, the rank seems to reflect a system that is excellent for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming and very strong at 1440p, but falls short of top-tier status primarily due to its 4K Ultra performance. The 48 FPS average at 4K Ultra is a clear weak point, dragging the overall rank down from what might otherwise be a top-25% placement. The 59th percentile standing of the GPU among all GPUs (based on its average benchmark score of 16,014) and the 71st percentile of the CPU (17,177) suggest a balanced pairing, but the GPU's mid-range positioning limits the combo's ability to compete with high-end systems at maximum settings in 4K. The rank of 1,704 indicates a solid mid-range performer, not a flagship killer, but one that delivers consistently playable frame rates across most tested scenarios.

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

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance scaling. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional results. With Low settings, the average FPS is 315. Moving to Medium, the average is 235 FPS, with a minimum of 199 and a maximum of 270. High settings yield an average of 201 FPS, and Ultra settings still produce a very playable 144 FPS average. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is heavily GPU-bound at higher settings, but the CPU is capable of pushing frame rates well beyond standard 144 Hz monitors.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. Low settings average 199 FPS. Medium settings average 148 FPS, with a minimum of 126 and a maximum of 170. High settings drop to an average of 127 FPS, and Ultra settings average 91 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows a predictable decrease in FPS as pixel count increases, but all settings remain comfortably within the territory of smooth gameplay, even on high-refresh-rate 1440p displays.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its limits. Low settings achieve an average of 104 FPS. Medium settings average 77 FPS, with a minimum of 66 and a maximum of 89. High settings produce a 66 FPS average, which is just on the cusp of the 60 FPS standard for console-like smoothness. Ultra settings, however, drop to a 48 FPS average, which may be noticeable for players sensitive to frame pacing. The data shows that 4K Ultra is the only configuration where the system fails to maintain a 60 FPS average.

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

Analyzing the FPS drop from 1080p to 4K reveals the nature of the bottleneck. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 315 at 1080p to 104 at 4K, a reduction of approximately 67%. This steep decline indicates that even at low graphical fidelity, the GPU is the limiting factor, as the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth demands of 4K overwhelm the RX 9060's 288.0 GB/s bandwidth and 191.4 GPixel/s pixel rate.

At Medium settings, the drop is from 235 FPS at 1080p to 77 FPS at 4K, a 67% decrease. At High settings, the drop is from 201 FPS to 66 FPS, a 67% reduction as well. The consistency of this percentage drop across settings is telling. If the CPU were the primary limiter, we would expect the FPS to plateau or drop less severely at lower resolutions where the CPU has more headroom. Instead, the proportional drop across all settings suggests that the Radeon RX 9060's compute resources (21.43 TFLOPS FP32) and memory subsystem are saturated by the 4K workload. The RX 9060's 8 GB of VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are likely contributing factors, as 4K textures and frame buffers can strain memory capacity and bandwidth. The data makes it clear that this is a GPU-limited scenario at 4K, regardless of the quality preset.

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

Based solely on the measured FPS values, the optimal settings depend on the user's display and performance priorities.

For 1080p displays, the Ultra preset is the clear recommendation. The data shows an average of 144 FPS, which is high enough to take advantage of 144 Hz monitors, and the visual quality is maximized. If a user has a 240 Hz or higher refresh rate display, dropping to High (201 FPS) or Medium (235 FPS) would provide smoother motion, but the visual trade-off may not be worth it for most. The Low preset's 315 FPS is excessive for virtually all current displays, making it a poor choice for visual fidelity.

For 1440p displays, the High preset (127 FPS) is the sweet spot. It provides excellent visual quality while maintaining a frame rate that is well above the 60 FPS threshold and capable of driving 120 Hz or 144 Hz monitors. The Ultra preset (91 FPS) is also viable and is recommended for users who prioritize image quality over maximum frame rate. The Medium preset (148 FPS) offers a slight performance boost for higher-refresh-rate 1440p panels, but the step down from High to Medium is a larger visual compromise than the step from Ultra to High.

For 4K displays, the recommendation is more nuanced. The High preset (66 FPS) is the only option that achieves an average above 60 FPS, making it the baseline for a smooth experience. The Medium preset (77 FPS) offers a better frame rate buffer and is a strong alternative if the user is willing to accept lower visual details. The Ultra preset (48 FPS) is not recommended for general play, as the average frame rate dips below 60 FPS, which can lead to noticeable stutter in a fast-paced roguelike. The Low preset (104 FPS) is a fallback for users who want the highest possible frame rate at 4K, but it comes at a significant cost to visual quality. For most players at 4K, Medium provides the best balance, offering a comfortable 77 FPS average with a minimum of 66 FPS, ensuring that frame drops are kept in check.