Barony

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti delivers a robust experience in Barony, with the data showing that the GPU becomes the primary constraint only at the highest resolution and settings combinations. This analysis breaks down the measured frame rates across three resolutions and four quality presets, examining where the bottleneck shifts and how this specific combo ranks against the broader database of tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At the Low preset, the system produces 354.3 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 225.5 FPS at 1440p, and further to 116.1 FPS at 4K. This represents a 67% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low settings. The High preset follows a similar trajectory: 223.4 FPS at 1080p, 144.6 FPS at 1440p, and 73.9 FPS at 4K, a 67% drop as well. The Medium preset shows 265.8 FPS at 1080p, 168.6 FPS at 1440p, and 89 FPS at 4K, a 67% decline. The Ultra preset exhibits the steepest curve: 162.6 FPS at 1080p, 100.7 FPS at 1440p, and 51 FPS at 4K, a 69% reduction.

The consistency of these percentage drops across presets indicates that resolution scaling is uniform and primarily driven by pixel count rather than settings complexity. However, the absolute frame rates tell a different story about the limiting component. At 1080p Low, 354.3 FPS is far beyond what most displays can show, suggesting the CPU and GPU are both operating with headroom. The fact that the 4K Ultra result of 51 FPS is the only measured value below 60 FPS strongly implies that the GPU is the limiting factor at that extreme configuration. At 1080p, the wide gap between Low (354.3 FPS) and Ultra (162.6 FPS) — a 54% difference — shows that settings have a substantial impact even when resolution is low, which means the GPU still has significant work to do per frame.

The scaling behavior indicates a balanced system for most scenarios. The 1440p results, ranging from 100.7 FPS at Ultra to 225.5 FPS at Low, sit in a comfortable zone where neither component is severely stressed. The 4K results, however, show the RTX 3060 Ti reaching its practical ceiling, as the gap between Low (116.1 FPS) and Ultra (51 FPS) widens to 56%, confirming that the GPU's workload becomes the dominant variable at higher pixel densities.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti operates with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock of 1410 MHz boosts to 1665 MHz, and the card is built on the Ampere architecture with 4864 shading units, 152 TMUs, and 80 ROPs. These specifications support the measured results, particularly in how the card handles the transition from 1440p to 4K.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for Barony at all tested settings, as the game does not appear to exceed this limit given the consistent scaling patterns. If VRAM were exhausted, the 4K results would show erratic behavior or severe frame drops rather than the smooth, predictable decline from 116.1 FPS at Low to 51 FPS at Ultra. The memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s proves adequate for the game's data throughput, as evidenced by the linear relationship between resolution and frame rate.

The RTX 3060 Ti's compute capabilities, rated at 16.20 TFLOPS FP32, directly influence the Ultra preset results. The 51 FPS at 4K Ultra indicates the card is processing the maximum workload the game can present. In contrast, the 354.3 FPS at 1080p Low shows the GPU handling a minimal load with significant spare capacity. The card's pixel rate of 133.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 253.1 GTexel/s provide the raw throughput needed to maintain the observed frame rates across the mid-range settings.

The GPU's percentile ranking of 69 against all GPUs places it in the upper-mid tier, and its nearest rivals — the AMD Radeon RX 6700M at -0.2% delta, the AMD Radeon RX 6600 at -0.5%, the AMD Radeon 890M at -0.5%, and the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP at -0.7% — all score within a narrow band. This suggests the RTX 3060 Ti is positioned among a cluster of similarly performing cards, and the measured game results reflect this competitive standing.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti ranks 878 out of 1702 tested combos in Barony, placing it in the 48th percentile of all systems in the database. This rank is notably lower than the individual component percentiles would suggest — the CPU sits at the 82nd percentile against all CPUs, and the GPU at the 69th percentile against all GPUs. The discrepancy indicates that Barony's performance profile does not fully utilize the strengths of either component.

The CPU's nearest rivals provide context for its contribution. The Intel Core i7-13620H scores 25201 with a delta of 0.1% relative to the i5-13400F's average benchmark score of 25236. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365 at -0.5%, and the AMD EPYC 9474F scores 25103 at +0.5%. These nearly identical scores mean the CPU is performing exactly as expected for its class. The combo's mid-pack ranking of 878 out of 1702 suggests that Barony does not heavily reward the i5-13400F's 10-core, 16-thread configuration, nor does it penalize it — the game simply operates within a performance envelope that this mid-range combo handles adequately.

The GPU's rivals show a similar pattern: the AMD Radeon RX 6700M at -0.2%, the RX 6600 at -0.5%, the Radeon 890M at -0.5%, and the RX 580 2048SP at -0.7% all sit within 0.7% of the RTX 3060 Ti's average score of 25120. This tight clustering indicates that the measured FPS results in Barony are representative of a GPU that is neither overperforming nor underperforming relative to its hardware class. The rank of 878 out of 1702 reflects a system that sits squarely in the middle of the distribution, capable of smooth play at most settings but not positioned for top-tier performance in this particular title.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver playable frame rates, with the Low preset hitting 354.3 FPS and the Ultra preset still maintaining 162.6 FPS. The High preset at 223.4 FPS offers an excellent balance — the 37% improvement over Ultra is substantial, while the visual fidelity remains high. For players with high-refresh-rate monitors, the Medium preset at 265.8 FPS or the High preset at 223.4 FPS are the recommended choices, as they provide ample frame rates without the unnecessary overhead of Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset drops to 100.7 FPS, which remains smooth for most displays. The High preset at 144.6 FPS is the standout option here, delivering a 44% performance increase over Ultra while maintaining high visual quality. The Medium preset at 168.6 FPS is also viable for those seeking even higher frame rates. The Low preset at 225.5 FPS is excessive for most purposes, as the visual compromise is not justified by the frame rate gain.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset's 51 FPS falls below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider the minimum for smooth gameplay. The High preset at 73.9 FPS is the recommended choice at 4K, as it provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 89 FPS offers additional headroom for those who prefer higher frame rates, while the Low preset at 116.1 FPS is suitable for competitive play where visual fidelity is secondary. The data clearly shows that 4K Ultra should be avoided with this combo, as the 51 FPS result indicates the GPU is at its limit.

FAQ

Q: What is the best preset for 1080p gaming with this combo?

A: The High preset at 223.4 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 162.6 FPS provides diminishing returns, while the Medium preset at 265.8 FPS is better suited for competitive play.

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

A: Yes, but with settings compromises. The High preset at 73.9 FPS is playable, while the Ultra preset drops to 51 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 89 FPS offers a better margin.

Q: How does the RTX 3060 Ti compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 3060 Ti scores 25120 on average, with the AMD Radeon RX 6700M at -0.2% delta, the RX 6600 at -0.5%, the Radeon 890M at -0.5%, and the RX 580 2048SP at -0.7%. All cards perform within 0.7% of each other.

Q: What is the CPU's ranking against all processors?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F sits at the 82nd percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25236. Its nearest rivals, the Core i7-13620H and Ryzen 5 5600X3D, are within 0.5% of its score.

Q: Is the Ultra preset worth using at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 100.7 FPS is playable, but the High preset at 144.6 FPS delivers a 44% performance increase with only a minor visual difference. The data favors High for most users.

Q: How does this combo rank overall in Barony?

A: This combo ranks 878 out of 1702 tested combinations, placing it in the middle of the distribution. The rank reflects balanced but not exceptional performance in this title.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F features 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The CPU's benchmarks show a single-thread score of 960 in 3DMark, rising to 7314 in the 16-thread test, and a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21279. These numbers indicate a processor that excels in multithreaded workloads while maintaining solid single-thread performance.

In Barony, the CPU's role is evident in the high frame rates achieved at 1080p. The 354.3 FPS at Low settings demonstrates that the CPU can feed the GPU with sufficient data to sustain very high frame rates. The single-thread performance, measured at 3004 in Cinebench R23, ensures that the game's primary thread is not a bottleneck. The 16-thread capability provides headroom for background tasks and any game logic that utilizes multiple cores.

The CPU's 82nd percentile ranking against all CPUs places it well above average, yet the combo's 878 out of 1702 rank in Barony suggests the game does not heavily rely on the CPU's multithreading strengths. The measured results show that the CPU is capable of supporting frame rates well above 200 FPS at 1080p, meaning the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The 65 W TDP and 10 nm process node indicate an efficient processor that does not generate excessive heat, allowing sustained performance during extended gaming sessions. The CPU's nearest rivals, including the Core i7-13620H and Ryzen 5 5600X3D, all score within 0.5%, confirming that the i5-13400F is performing exactly as expected for its class.