Barony

# How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT lands at rank 1709 out of 3717 tested combos in Barony, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database. This is a combination that sits just past the 54th percentile of all tested systems, meaning roughly 46% of configurations deliver higher frame rates in this roguelike title. The ranking reflects a pairing where neither component is the absolute fastest in its class, but the balance between them produces respectable results across the board.

The CPU itself ranks in the 89th percentile against all processors in the database, while the GPU sits in the 71st percentile against all graphics cards. This gap suggests the processor has more headroom than the graphics card can fully exploit in this particular game. The combo rank of 1709 indicates that while the CPU is a strong performer, the GPU becomes the limiting factor in many scenarios, especially at higher resolutions and settings where graphical load increases.

What is notable about this pairing is the consistency across resolutions. The data shows no dramatic bottlenecks or anomalies; instead, the system scales predictably as resolution and settings change. This makes it a predictable combination for someone building a system for Barony specifically, as the performance envelope is well-defined and stable.

# FAQ

Q: Is this combo better for 1080p or 4K gaming in Barony?

A: The data shows this combo is strongest at 1920x1080, where even Ultra settings maintain an average of 165 FPS. At 3840x2160, performance drops to 54 FPS on Ultra, which is below the 60 FPS threshold many players prefer. The system is more comfortable at 1440p, where Ultra still delivers 104 FPS.

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

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46881, sitting within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (46971) and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47022). It is 0.5% faster than the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (46654) and the Intel Xeon w3-2535 (46653). These differences are negligible in real-world gaming.

Q: What is the GPU's performance relative to its closest competitors?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011 on average, which is 0.5% higher than the AMD Radeon R9 M395X (25891) and 0.6% higher than the AMD FirePro W7100 (25856). It leads the AMD FirePro D700 (25842) by 0.7% and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile (25740) by 1.1%. These are all very close results.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 1440p for a smooth experience?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 145 FPS average, while Medium reaches 169 FPS with a minimum of 144 FPS. Ultra drops to 104 FPS. For a 144Hz monitor, Medium offers the best balance with its minimum matching the refresh rate.

Q: Does the game scale well with lowered settings at 4K?

A: Yes, dramatically so. At 3840x2160, moving from Ultra (54 FPS) to High (76 FPS) to Medium (89 FPS) to Low (119 FPS) shows substantial gains. The gap between Ultra and Low is 65 FPS, indicating the game responds strongly to settings adjustments at this resolution.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance look?

A: The Core i7-13700K scores 30745 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 12412 in 3DMark max threads. Its 16 cores and 24 threads provide substantial parallel processing capability, with a 3DMark 16-thread score of 10717 versus 2262 for 2-thread workloads, showing efficient scaling across cores.

# Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals clear resolution scaling patterns for this combo in Barony. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 produces predictable performance drops that highlight where the GPU begins to struggle.

At Low settings, the system averages 361 FPS at 1080p, 228 FPS at 1440p, and 119 FPS at 4K. This represents a 37% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 48% additional drop from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is significant, but the system remains playable even at 4K Low with 119 FPS.

Medium settings show a similar pattern: 268 FPS at 1080p, 169 FPS at 1440p, and 89 FPS at 4K. The minimum FPS values tell an important story here. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 228 FPS; at 1440p Medium, it drops to 144 FPS; and at 4K Medium, it falls to 75 FPS. The minimum-to-average gap widens as resolution increases, suggesting more frame-time variance at higher resolutions.

High settings follow the trend with 230 FPS at 1080p, 145 FPS at 1440p, and 76 FPS at 4K. Ultra settings produce 165 FPS at 1080p, 104 FPS at 1440p, and 54 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that falls below 60 FPS, indicating this is the breaking point for the GPU.

The scaling behavior suggests the RX 6750 XT is the primary limiting component. At 1080p, even Ultra settings maintain 165 FPS, which is well within the range where the i7-13700K can feed frames efficiently. As resolution increases, the GPU's workload grows, and the frame rate drops accordingly. The CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 1136 and passmark single-thread score of 4333 indicate it has ample headroom for this game's logic, so the GPU becomes the bottleneck at higher resolutions.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 361 FPS, which is exceptionally high for any modern title. Medium settings average 268 FPS with a minimum of 228 FPS and maximum of 309 FPS. High settings average 230 FPS, while Ultra still manages 165 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system never comes close to struggling, even at maximum quality settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows the expected reduction. Low settings average 228 FPS, Medium averages 169 FPS with a minimum of 144 FPS and maximum of 195 FPS. High settings average 145 FPS, and Ultra drops to 104 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 144 FPS is particularly notable, as it exactly matches common 144Hz monitor refresh rates, providing a smooth experience for competitive play.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to show its limits. Low settings still average 119 FPS, which is playable. Medium averages 89 FPS with a minimum of 75 FPS and maximum of 102 FPS. High settings average 76 FPS, and Ultra falls to 54 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration in the entire dataset that drops below 60 FPS, making it the sole scenario where the combo fails to deliver a consistently smooth experience.

The Medium settings row at each resolution provides the most complete picture, as it includes minimum and maximum values. At 1080p Medium, the range is 228-309 FPS. At 1440p Medium, it narrows to 144-195 FPS. At 4K Medium, it tightens further to 75-102 FPS. This compression of the frame-time envelope at higher resolutions indicates the GPU is working closer to its limits, with less variance headroom.

# CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K brings substantial processing power to this combo. With 16 cores and 24 threads, it offers the kind of parallel throughput that benefits games with complex simulation logic. Barony, as a roguelike, relies heavily on procedural generation and game-state calculations, which can leverage multiple cores effectively.

The CPU's clock speeds range from a 3.40 GHz base to a 5.40 GHz boost, providing strong single-thread performance when needed. Its benchmark results confirm this capability: a 3DMark single-thread score of 1136 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2116. These numbers indicate the processor can handle the per-frame logic demands of Barony without becoming a bottleneck.

Multi-threaded performance is equally impressive. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30745 and 3DMark max threads score of 12412 show the CPU scales well across its 24 threads. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 10717 versus the 8-thread score of 8193 demonstrates that adding threads continues to provide meaningful gains up to the full core count.

In the context of Barony's measured results, the CPU's role appears to be supporting rather than limiting. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 361 FPS, which is far beyond what most displays can show. Even at 1080p Ultra, the 165 FPS average suggests the CPU can feed the GPU faster than it can render frames. The CPU's percentile ranking of 89 against all processors reinforces that it is a high-end part capable of handling demanding workloads.

The i7-13700K's 30 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache provide fast access to frequently used data, which is important for roguelike games that generate and query large game-state structures. Its DDR4 and DDR5 memory support offers flexibility for builders, and its PCIe Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes ensures the GPU has a high-bandwidth connection.

# Settings Recommendations

For players targeting 1080p, the data shows that Ultra settings are entirely viable. The 165 FPS average at 1080p Ultra means there is no reason to compromise on visual quality at this resolution. Even the most demanding configuration remains well above the refresh rates of typical gaming monitors.

At 1440p, the recommendation becomes more nuanced. Ultra settings deliver 104 FPS, which is smooth for most players but may not saturate a 144Hz display. High settings at 145 FPS will saturate that refresh rate, while Medium at 169 FPS provides additional headroom. For players with 144Hz monitors, High or Medium offers the best experience. Those with 165Hz or higher displays should consider Medium, which provides a minimum of 144 FPS and an average of 169 FPS.

For 4K gaming, the settings choice is critical. Ultra at 54 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold and likely to feel sluggish in a fast-paced roguelike. High at 76 FPS is playable, but Medium at 89 FPS with a minimum of 75 FPS provides a more comfortable margin. Low at 119 FPS is the smoothest option but sacrifices significant visual quality. The Medium preset at 4K represents the best balance, offering nearly 90 FPS average with a minimum that stays well above 60 FPS.

The Medium preset overall appears to be the sweet spot for this combo across resolutions. It consistently provides the highest average FPS among settings that maintain a minimum above 60 FPS at 4K, and it offers the most complete frame-time data with both minimum and maximum values recorded. At 1080p Medium, the minimum of 228 FPS ensures no perceptible stutter. At 1440p Medium, the minimum of 144 FPS exactly matches common high-refresh displays. At 4K Medium, the minimum of 75 FPS keeps the experience smooth.

For players who prioritize maximum visual fidelity, High settings are the safest choice. They maintain 76 FPS at 4K, 145 FPS at 1440p, and 230 FPS at 1080p, all of which are smooth. Ultra should only be used at 1080p, where it delivers 165 FPS, or at 1440p if the player accepts 104 FPS. The data clearly shows that Ultra at 4K is the one configuration to avoid with this hardware.