Cyberpunk 2077

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents a stark contrast in performance capability within Cyberpunk 2077. The data indicates a configuration where a strong, modern CPU is coupled with an integrated GPU that is severely limited for this title, resulting in a gameplay experience constrained entirely by graphics processing.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU and GPU combination in Cyberpunk 2077?

A: The combo ranks 2576 out of 2920 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom percentile of systems. This indicates that while the CPU is capable, the GPU severely bottlenecks the gaming experience.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Arc B390's average benchmark score is 1482. It is 1.3% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, 1.5% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce 800M, and 2.7% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710, placing it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs.

Q: What is the best playable settings preset for this system at 1920x1080?

A: The Low preset is the only option that approaches playability, with an average of 49 FPS. The Medium preset drops to an average of 36 FPS, which is still playable but less smooth, while High and Ultra averages of 27 and 25 FPS respectively fall below a smooth threshold.

Q: What kind of performance can be expected at 2560x1440 resolution?

A: Performance is limited to low settings for a reasonable framerate. The Low preset yields an average of 37 FPS, while Medium, High, and Ultra presets deliver 27, 20, and 19 FPS respectively, which are generally too low for a fluid experience.

Q: How does the CPU's single-threaded performance compare to its rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has a 3DMark single-thread score of 999. It performs similarly to its nearest rivals, being 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11900KF, and 0.5% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U in average benchmark score.

Q: Is the GPU memory size a factor in this game's performance?

A: The Arc B390 uses System Shared memory, with bandwidth that is System Dependent. This means it relies on the system's main memory, and its performance is heavily dependent on the overall system configuration rather than a dedicated pool of VRAM.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is the decisive limiting factor in this configuration. This integrated GPU, based on the Xe3-LPG architecture and built on Intel's 3 nm process, has a boost clock of 2500 MHz and a base clock of 300 MHz. Its performance in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test is a score of 1482, which places it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals to this GPU are all legacy NVIDIA parts, with the B390 leading the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX by 1.3%, the GeForce 800M by 1.5%, the GeForce GT 625 OEM by 2.5%, and the GeForce GT 710 by 2.7%. This context shows that while the B390 is a modern design, its raw performance is comparable to entry-level parts from a decade ago. The GPU's FP32 compute power is rated at 7.680 TFLOPS, which is simply insufficient for the demands of a modern title like Cyberpunk 2077. The GPU also has 12 RT cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), but its limited shading units (1536) and ROPs (24) prevent it from translating these features into playable frame rates.

The GPU's memory configuration further exacerbates the problem. With System Shared memory, there is no dedicated high-bandwidth VRAM. The memory bandwidth is listed as System Dependent, meaning the GPU must compete with the CPU for access to system memory. In a data-heavy game like Cyberpunk 2077, this shared memory architecture is a significant bottleneck. The measured FPS data confirms this. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the average FPS is only 27. Even at the lowest resolution and settings, the GPU struggles to maintain high frame rates. The severe drop in performance as settings are increased points directly to the GPU's inability to handle the geometry, texture, and shading workloads of the game. The GPU is not just a bottleneck; it is the primary constraint, rendering the considerable power of the CPU largely irrelevant for this game.

CPU Role

In stark contrast to the GPU, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a highly capable processor, ranking in the 78th percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 26324. This 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. In synthetic tests, it scores 12735 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1852 in single-core, demonstrating strong performance for both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads. Its performance is closely matched with its nearest rivals, with a 0.2% lead over the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, a 0.4% lead over the Intel Core i9-11900KF, and a 0.5% lead over the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U in average score. The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support provide a solid foundation for a gaming system.

However, in the context of Cyberpunk 2077, the CPU's role is relegated to feeding the GPU. The measured FPS data reveals that the system's performance is GPU-bound at nearly every resolution and settings combination. For instance, at 1920x1080, the average FPS drops from 49 at Low settings to 25 at Ultra settings. This is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck, as the CPU is capable of producing far more frames than the GPU can render. The CPU is not the limiting factor; its high single-thread score of 999 in 3DMark and robust multi-threaded performance are more than adequate for the game's logic and physics calculations. The data suggests that the Ryzen 5 7600 has significant headroom to support a much more powerful discrete GPU. In this pairing, the CPU is essentially idle, waiting for the Arc B390 to complete its rendering tasks. This configuration is a prime example of a CPU being held back by a disproportionately weak GPU.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this system are at the Low preset, specifically at 1920x1080 resolution. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 49 FPS, which is the only settings combination that approaches a smooth 60 FPS target. While not perfect, it is the most playable experience this hardware can deliver. The Low preset at 2560x1440 yields an average of 37 FPS, which is playable but not as fluid as the 1080p experience.

The Medium preset is a compromise that may be acceptable for some users. At 1920x1080, it produces an average of 36 FPS with a minimum of 31 FPS and a maximum of 42 FPS. This is playable, but the frame rate is less stable. The data suggests that the jump from Low to Medium comes with a significant performance cost. At 2560x1440, the Medium preset drops to 27 FPS, which is on the edge of playability. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended for this configuration. At 1920x1080, they produce averages of 27 FPS and 25 FPS respectively, which are below the threshold for a smooth, responsive experience. These presets should be avoided, as they deliver a poor gameplay experience without the visual fidelity boost being worth the performance sacrifice. For the most consistent experience, the Low preset at 1920x1080 is the clear choice, providing the best balance of frame rate and visual clarity.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and Intel Arc B390 ranks 2576 out of 2920 tested combos in Cyberpunk 2077. This places it in the bottom 12% of all tested systems, which is a remarkably low ranking. The primary reason for this poor ranking is the extreme performance disparity between the two components. The CPU is a high-performing part, ranking in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. This creates a severe imbalance where the system's overall capability is dictated entirely by its weakest link.

The ranking indicates that this combo performs worse than the vast majority of other systems tested. Most other combinations of CPUs and GPUs will provide a better gaming experience in Cyberpunk 2077. This pairing is an outlier, as the CPU's potential is completely unrealized. The data suggests that the system would perform nearly identically with a much weaker CPU, as the GPU is the sole constraint on performance. This is not a balanced build; it is a CPU-centric system with a token GPU that severely limits its use case. The ranking serves as a cautionary data point, showing that high-end components do not guarantee good gaming performance if paired with a severely underpowered GPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the system's performance across different resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows:

• Low: Average FPS of 49.
• Medium: Average FPS of 36, with a minimum of 31 and a maximum of 42 FPS.
• High: Average FPS of 27.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 25.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops considerably:

• Low: Average FPS of 37.
• Medium: Average FPS of 27, with a minimum of 23 and a maximum of 31 FPS.
• High: Average FPS of 20.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 19.

At 3840x2160, the system becomes largely unplayable:

• Low: Average FPS of 24.
• Medium: Average FPS of 18, with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 21 FPS.
• High: Average FPS of 13.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 13.

The data shows a consistent pattern: performance scales directly with settings and inversely with resolution. The gap between the Low and Ultra presets is substantial, with a 49% performance drop at 1080p (from 49 to 25 FPS) and a 46% drop at 1440p (from 37 to 19 FPS). The differences between the presets are also telling; the jump from Low to Medium costs 13 FPS at 1080p, while the jump from High to Ultra costs only 2 FPS, suggesting diminishing returns at the higher settings where the GPU is already saturated.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 is steep and clearly illustrates the GPU-bound nature of this system. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 49 at 1080p to 37 at 1440p and finally to 24 at 4K. This represents a 51% decrease in performance when moving from 1080p to 4K. The drop is even more pronounced at higher settings. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 27 at 1080p to 20 at 1440p and 13 at 4K, a 52% reduction. At Ultra settings, the performance degrades from 25 FPS at 1080p to 19 at 1440p and 13 at 4K, a 48% reduction.

These scaling numbers are a textbook example of a GPU-limited system. The render resolution is the primary factor determining frame rate, indicating that the GPU's pixel throughput and memory bandwidth are the bottlenecks. The CPU is not a factor here; if the system were CPU-limited, the frame rate would remain relatively constant across resolutions. Instead, the frame rate drops by roughly half when the pixel count is quadrupled, showing that the GPU is working at its absolute limit at 1080p and cannot cope with the increased workload at higher resolutions. The data indicates that the Intel Arc B390 is only marginally capable of handling the game's demands at 1080p Low, and any increase in resolution or settings quickly overwhelms it.