Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a distinctive performance profile in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, one that is heavily dictated by resolution and settings. The data indicates a system where the integrated-class GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the capable 8-core CPU ensures high frame rates at 1080p. This analysis breaks down the measured results, placing them in context against the hardware’s known specifications and benchmark standings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and dramatic scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At the High preset, the average frame rate drops from 202 FPS at 1080p to 139 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 82 FPS at 4K. This represents a 41% reduction in performance when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 41% reduction when moving from 1440p to 4K. The consistent proportional drop strongly indicates that the Intel Arc B370’s rendering throughput is the limiting factor as pixel count increases.

The scaling behavior becomes even more telling when examining the Low preset. Here, the frame rates are 273 FPS at 1080p, 188 FPS at 1440p, and 111 FPS at 4K. The delta between 1080p and 1440p is 85 FPS, while the delta between 1440p and 4K is 77 FPS. The fact that performance still degrades substantially even at Low settings—where the CPU typically has more headroom—confirms that the GPU’s fillrate and shading capabilities are being saturated. The Arc B370, with its 20 ROPs and a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s, simply cannot maintain the same throughput at 4K as it can at 1080p.

This scaling pattern suggests that the system is not CPU-limited in this game at any resolution. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a plateau in FPS as resolution decreases, with the GPU becoming less relevant. Instead, the FPS scales almost linearly with the number of pixels, which is the classic signature of a GPU-bound scenario. The Ryzen 7 5700X, with its high single-thread performance (a 3dmark_single_thread score of 921), is clearly capable of feeding frames faster than the Arc B370 can render them, particularly at the lower resolutions.

The Medium preset data points to the same conclusion. At 1080p Medium, the average is 233 FPS, dropping to 160 FPS at 1440p, and 95 FPS at 4K. The min FPS at 4K Medium is 80, which is only slightly below the average, suggesting that the frame pacing is relatively stable even when the GPU is under maximum load. This consistent degradation across all settings confirms that the resolution is the dominant variable in this configuration’s performance equation.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, operating with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. In the context of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, a game that is traditionally sensitive to single-thread performance, this CPU provides a robust foundation. Its 3dmark_single_thread score of 921 and passmark_single_thread score of 3385 indicate strong per-core capabilities, which are essential for maintaining high frame rates in this title.

The benchmark results show that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this pairing. Even at 1080p Low, where the CPU load is highest relative to the GPU, the system achieves 273 FPS. This is a clear indication that the processor has ample headroom. The CPU’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache is also beneficial for gaming, as it reduces the latency of accessing frequently used data. The architecture’s efficiency is reflected in its 65W TDP, allowing for sustained performance without thermal throttling in most scenarios.

When compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 7 5700X holds its own. It scores identically to the Intel Core i5-12600K with a 0% deltaPct, and is only 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 5800. It also surpasses the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X by 0.2% and is 0.3% behind the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H in overall average benchmark score. These marginal differences suggest that in a CPU-bound scenario, any of these processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates. However, since the data shows the system is GPU-bound, these CPU differences are largely irrelevant to the final FPS numbers in this specific configuration.

The CPU’s performance in multithreaded workloads, such as a cinebench_cinebench_r23_multicore score of 13184, ensures that background tasks will not interfere with game performance. The 16 threads provide sufficient parallelism for modern operating systems and game launchers. The processor’s 79th percentile ranking against all CPUs further underscores its capability, placing it well above the average desktop processor for gaming tasks.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 202 FPS.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K compared to 1080p?

A: At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS drops to 82, which is a 59% reduction from the 202 FPS seen at 1080p High.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the primary bottleneck in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The FPS scales significantly with resolution (e.g., 273 FPS at 1080p Low vs 111 FPS at 4K Low), while the CPU’s strong single-thread scores suggest it has ample performance headroom.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded in the measured data?

A: The highest average FPS is 273, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded in the measured data?

A: The lowest average FPS is 70, recorded at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: Does the system maintain a playable frame rate at 4K?

A: At 4K, the average FPS ranges from 70 on Ultra to 111 on Low. While all settings are above 60 FPS, the 70 FPS on Ultra may be less desirable for high-refresh-rate displays, whereas the 111 FPS on Low offers a smoother experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data provides a complete grid of average frame rates across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best performance. The Low preset yields an average of 273 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded in any configuration. The Medium preset follows at 233 FPS, with a minimum of 198 FPS and a maximum of 268 FPS. The High preset achieves 202 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 172 FPS. This demonstrates a 101 FPS spread between the lowest and highest quality settings at 1080p.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. The Low preset maintains a high average of 188 FPS, showing that the resolution increase is manageable. The Medium preset averages 160 FPS, with a min of 136 FPS and a max of 184 FPS. The High preset delivers 139 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 118 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 70 FPS, which is narrower than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is beginning to limit the higher settings more aggressively.

At 3840x2160, the system’s performance is significantly constrained. The Low preset is the only configuration that maintains a triple-digit average, at 111 FPS. The Medium preset averages 95 FPS, with a min of 80 FPS and a max of 109 FPS. The High preset drops to 82 FPS, and the Ultra preset bottoms out at 70 FPS. The data shows that at 4K, the difference between Low and Ultra is only 41 FPS, which is the smallest absolute spread across all resolutions, confirming that the GPU is the dominant limiting factor here.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, manufactured on Intel’s 3 nm process node. Its performance profile is modest, as indicated by its 5th percentile ranking against all GPUs. The GPU has 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs, with a boost clock of 2400 MHz. These specifications result in a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s and a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s, which are the key metrics for determining rasterization performance in a game like CS:GO.

The GPU’s memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning it relies on the system’s DDR4 memory, which the Ryzen 7 5700X provides via its dual-channel interface. The memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," which suggests that the performance can vary based on the system RAM configuration. In this case, the CPU’s 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth is the ceiling for the GPU’s data access, and this shared bandwidth can become a limiting factor at higher resolutions where the GPU needs to access more texture and geometry data.

The Arc B370’s benchmark results are modest, with a 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score of 1184. Its nearest rivals in the GPU benchmark database are older discrete cards like the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which are within 0.5% of its score. This places the Arc B370 in a performance tier that is several generations behind modern discrete gaming GPUs. However, for an integrated solution, it manages to provide playable frame rates in CS:GO, a game that is not particularly demanding on GPU resources.

The GPU’s FP32 performance of 6.144 TFLOPS is adequate for this title, but the 20 ROPs are likely the bottleneck at 4K, as they limit the pixel fillrate. This explains why the average FPS at 4K is capped in the 70-111 range depending on settings. The GPU’s support for DirectX 12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4 ensures compatibility with modern rendering APIs, but the raw throughput is the deciding factor in this benchmark.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For players using a 1080p display with a high refresh rate (144Hz or 240Hz), the High preset is the best choice. It delivers an average of 202 FPS, which is sufficient to saturate most high-refresh-rate monitors, while providing better visual quality than the Medium or Low presets. The Ultra preset at 1080p, which averages 172 FPS, is also viable for 144Hz displays, but the 30 FPS gain from moving to High is likely worth the visual compromise.

At 1440p, the High preset provides a solid 139 FPS average, which is playable on 144Hz monitors. However, for those seeking maximum smoothness, the Low preset at 188 FPS is a better choice, as it offers a significant 49 FPS advantage over High. The Medium preset at 160 FPS is a balanced middle ground, offering a 21 FPS improvement over High while maintaining higher visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 118 FPS should be avoided for competitive play, as it dips below the 120 FPS threshold that many players consider the minimum for a responsive experience.

For 4K gaming, the settings choices are more constrained. The Low preset is the only configuration that provides a comfortable margin above 100 FPS, averaging 111 FPS. The Medium preset, at 95 FPS, is still playable, but the drop to 80 FPS in the minimum frame rate could cause noticeable stutters in intense firefights. The High and Ultra presets, at 82 and 70 FPS respectively, are best reserved for casual play or for users who prioritize visual quality over competitive performance. Given the data, the Low preset at 4K offers the best balance of smoothness and playability for this GPU.

How This Combo Ranks

In the comprehensive database of tested hardware combinations for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and Intel Arc B370 holds a rank of 2615 out of 2848 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 8% of all configurations, which is a direct consequence of the GPU’s limited performance. The CPU is clearly not the issue; the Ryzen 7 5700X’s strong benchmark scores (79th percentile among all CPUs) would typically place a system much higher in the rankings if paired with a more powerful discrete GPU.

The low ranking is almost entirely attributable to the Intel Arc B370’s 5th percentile performance standing among all GPUs. While the combo achieves playable frame rates in CS:GO, it does so by relying on the game’s relatively low system requirements. The GPU’s nearest rivals in its own benchmark category are legacy discrete cards from over a decade ago, such as the ATI Radeon HD 5770. This puts the Arc B370 in a performance class that is fundamentally mismatched with the Ryzen 7 5700X’s capabilities.

In practical terms, this ranking means that while the system is functional for CS:GO, it is far from optimal. The data suggests that users with this CPU should consider a discrete GPU upgrade to unlock the processor’s full potential. The Ryzen 7 5700X is capable of much higher frame rates, as evidenced by its ability to push the Arc B370 to its limits at 1080p Low, but the GPU’s rendering ceiling prevents the system from achieving the performance levels that the CPU alone could support. For a game like CS:GO, where high frame rates are critical, this combo is a bottlenecked configuration.