Barony

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a performance profile in Barony that is heavily dictated by resolution, with the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck as pixel count rises. At 1920x1080, the combination produces exceptionally high frame rates across all settings, but the data reveals a predictable and steep decline as resolution scales to 3840x2160. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS rows to show exactly where the system's strengths and limitations lie.

Resolution Scaling

The measured data shows a clear pattern of diminishing returns as resolution increases. Starting at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 314.6 FPS, which drops to 200.1 FPS at 2560x1440 and further to 102.1 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a decline of approximately 36% from 1080p to 1440p, and another 49% from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is consistent across all settings presets, indicating that resolution is the dominant factor in performance.

At Ultra settings, the drop is even more pronounced in absolute terms. The system delivers 142.6 FPS at 1080p, 93.9 FPS at 1440p, and 50.7 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 4K at Ultra is 91.9 FPS, which suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER's 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are being saturated at higher resolutions. The GPU's 2560 shading units and 64 ROPs are likely the limiting factor, as the CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads are more than capable of keeping up with the frame generation demands at lower resolutions.

The data indicates that at 1080p, the system is likely CPU-bound or at least balanced, given the extremely high frame rates. However, by 1440p, the GPU begins to take over as the bottleneck, and at 4K, the RTX 2070 SUPER is clearly the limiting component. The frame rate at 4K High (66.8 FPS) is roughly one-third of the 1080p Low result, which highlights the exponential cost of pixel rendering in Barony.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor from the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its benchmark scores show strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21279 and a Geekbench multicore score of 10971. The processor sits at the 82nd percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25236.

In the context of Barony, the CPU's role appears to be supportive rather than limiting. At 1080p Low, the 314.6 FPS result is high enough that frame pacing could be affected by CPU overhead, but the processor's single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 3004) is robust. The nearest rivals in the CPU benchmark data include the Intel Core i7-13620H (deltaPct 0.1) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (deltaPct -0.5), showing the i5-13400F is competitive with these parts.

The fact that frame rates scale so predictably with resolution suggests that the CPU is not the primary constraint in most scenarios. At 4K Ultra, the 50.7 FPS result is far below what the CPU could theoretically feed, confirming that the GPU is the bottleneck. The CPU's 20 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support (DDR4 or DDR5) are sufficient for Barony's demands, which is a roguelike title that does not typically stress multi-threaded workloads heavily. However, the 3DMark 16-thread score of 7314 and 8-thread score of 5591 indicate that the processor can handle simultaneous background tasks without impacting game performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain high frame rates?

A: At 1920x1080, all settings presets exceed 140 FPS, with Low reaching 314.6 FPS. Even at 2560x1440, the system stays above 90 FPS on all presets, making 1440p a viable option for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals in benchmark scores?

A: The GPU has an average benchmark score of 22206, placing it at the 65th percentile. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A400, scores 22307 (deltaPct -0.5), while the AMD Radeon RX 5700 scores 21670 (deltaPct 2.5). This shows the RTX 2070 SUPER is slightly above the RX 5700 but below the RTX A400.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more responsible for performance drops at 4K?

A: The data shows the GPU is the limiting factor at 3840x2160. The frame rate drops from 102.1 FPS at Low to 50.7 FPS at Ultra, a 51.4 FPS difference, while the CPU's strong multi-threaded scores suggest it can handle the workload.

Q: What settings preset offers the best balance at 2560x1440?

A: Medium settings at 1440p deliver 148.2 FPS, which is 54.3 FPS higher than High settings (125.8 FPS) and only 51.9 FPS lower than Low settings (200.1 FPS). This makes Medium a strong choice for visual quality and performance.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations in Barony?

A: The combo ranks 1064th out of 1702 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database. This ranking is likely due to the GPU's age, as the CPU's percentile (82) is significantly higher than the GPU's (65).

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

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K Low, the system produces 102.1 FPS, which is playable. At 4K High, it drops to 66.8 FPS, and at Ultra, it falls to 50.7 FPS. For a roguelike, anything above 60 FPS is generally acceptable, so 4K Low or Medium may be preferable.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 1064th out of 1702 tested combos in Barony, placing it in the bottom 37% of the database. This ranking is somewhat surprising given the CPU's strong benchmark position (82nd percentile against all CPUs) but can be explained by the GPU's more modest standing (65th percentile against all GPUs).

The data suggests that the GPU is the weaker link in this pairing. While the CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13620H (avgScore 25201, deltaPct 0.1) and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (avgScore 25365, deltaPct -0.5), the GPU's rivals show a tighter grouping. The RTX 2070 SUPER's average score of 22206 is within 2.5% of the AMD Radeon RX 5700, indicating that it is a mid-tier graphics solution by modern standards.

In practical terms, this ranking means that the system is capable of smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, but it will struggle to maintain high frame rates at 4K with maximum settings. The combo's rank relative to others in the database reflects this balance—it is not a top-tier pairing, but it is far from the bottom. For Barony specifically, the roguelike genre's lower graphical demands mean that even the 4K High result of 66.8 FPS is playable, which contributes to the system's moderate ranking.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, all presets exceed 140 FPS, so users can safely select Ultra (142.6 FPS) for maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. The jump from Ultra to High at 1080p yields an additional 58 FPS (200.6 vs 142.6), but the visual difference in a roguelike may not justify the performance gain.

At 2560x1440, Medium settings provide the best balance of performance and quality. The 148.2 FPS result is well above the 60 FPS threshold and leaves headroom for demanding scenes. High settings at 1440p (125.8 FPS) are also acceptable, but Ultra (93.9 FPS) begins to approach the 90 FPS mark, which some users may find less smooth. Low settings at 1440p (200.1 FPS) are only recommended for competitive play where frame rate is paramount.

For 3840x2160, the recommendation is Low or Medium settings. Low produces 102.1 FPS, which is excellent for 4K, while Medium (76.1 FPS) still clears the 60 FPS threshold. High settings (66.8 FPS) are playable but close to the edge, and Ultra (50.7 FPS) falls below the 60 FPS target, making it less ideal for a consistent experience. Given that Barony is a turn-based roguelike, even 50.7 FPS may be acceptable, but for smooth mouse movement and camera control, Medium is the safer choice.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The full measured FPS dataset for this combo in Barony is as follows:

1920x1080:

• Low: 314.6 FPS
• Medium: 233.8 FPS
• High: 200.6 FPS
• Ultra: 142.6 FPS

2560x1440:

• Low: 200.1 FPS
• Medium: 148.2 FPS
• High: 125.8 FPS
• Ultra: 93.9 FPS

3840x2160:

• Low: 102.1 FPS
• Medium: 76.1 FPS
• High: 66.8 FPS
• Ultra: 50.7 FPS

The data shows a consistent pattern where each step up in settings reduces frame rate by roughly 20-30 FPS at 1080p, with the gaps narrowing at higher resolutions. At 4K, the difference between Low and Ultra is 51.4 FPS, which is a substantial drop that underscores the GPU's limitations at high pixel counts. The 1080p Low result of 314.6 FPS is the highest measured value, while the 4K Ultra result of 50.7 FPS is the lowest, representing a 6.2x performance range across the tested configurations. This range is typical for a mid-range GPU paired with a strong CPU, where the processor can deliver high frame rates at low resolutions but the graphics card caps performance at higher settings.