Dave The Diver

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 paired with the Intel Arc B370 delivers a playable, though not exceptional, experience in Dave The Diver. This combo ranks at 2642 out of 2867 tested combinations, placing it in the lower percentile of systems. The data shows a configuration that can handle the game at 1080p with high settings, but struggles to maintain smooth frame rates at higher resolutions or with maximum graphical fidelity. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, component roles, and optimal settings for this specific pairing.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Dave The Diver?

A: The data indicates 1920x1080 is the most viable resolution. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 73 FPS, which is the most balanced experience. While 2560x1440 is playable, the average frame rates drop significantly, and 3840x2160 falls below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does this combo perform at 4K resolution?

A: Performance at 3840x2160 is limited. With Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 33, and even on Low settings, it only reaches an average of 49 FPS. These numbers suggest that 4K gaming is not a practical option for this hardware combination in this title.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the difference is significant. The average FPS on Low settings is 98, while on Ultra settings, it drops to 65. This represents a 33 FPS difference, showing that the Ultra preset demands considerably more from the hardware.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B370 a capable GPU for this game?

A: Based on the measured results, the Arc B370 is capable for 1080p gaming in Dave The Diver. It provides an average of 73 FPS on High settings, which is smooth. However, its performance at higher resolutions is constrained, as evidenced by the 4K results.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 3600 bottleneck the system in this game?

A: The benchmark data does not directly measure bottlenecks. However, the CPU's strong multi-threaded scores, like the 15045 in Cinebench R23 multicore, suggest it has ample processing power. The GPU's low percentile ranking (5th) compared to the CPU's (71st) indicates the graphics card is the primary limiting factor for frame rates.

Q: What is the most consistent performance setting for this combo?

A: The Medium preset at 1920x1080 provides the most consistent results, with a minimum FPS of 70 and a maximum of 94, averaging 82 FPS. This data shows less variance than the High or Ultra presets, offering a stable gameplay experience.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture and is manufactured on a 3 nm process. Its role in Dave The Diver is critical, as the measured frame rates are directly tied to its capabilities. The GPU has a very low performance percentile, ranking in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its benchmark score in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 is 1184, which is comparable to older discrete cards like the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which scores 1190. This context is crucial for understanding its performance envelope.

The GPU's clock speeds are set to a base of 300 MHz and a boost of 2400 MHz. Despite the relatively high boost clock, the low pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s limit its ability to fill pixels at high resolutions. The memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning it relies on the system's main memory, with bandwidth that is "System Dependent." This is a significant factor in its performance, as it shares bandwidth with the CPU and lacks dedicated VRAM.

The impact of this is clear in the measured FPS data. At 1920x1080, the GPU can maintain decent frame rates, averaging 73 FPS on High and 65 FPS on Ultra. However, as the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop by roughly 25%, with High settings averaging 55 FPS. At 3840x2160, the demand on the GPU becomes too great, and performance falls below 50 FPS on all settings. The data shows a linear relationship between resolution and performance, highlighting the GPU's limited fill-rate and memory bandwidth as the primary bottlenecks.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2642 out of 2867 tested combos in Dave The Diver. This places it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, indicating that it is a low-performing configuration for this game. The rank reflects the combined limitations of the hardware, with the GPU being the most significant constraint. The data suggests that while the CPU is a capable mid-range processor, the integrated graphics of the Arc B370 cannot keep pace with the demands of the game at higher settings.

The GPU's individual percentile ranking of 5th is a strong indicator of its low standing. In comparison, the CPU's percentile ranking of 71st shows it is a much more capable component relative to its peers. This imbalance confirms that the combo's low rank is almost entirely attributable to the GPU. For context on the CPU's performance, its average benchmark score of 17035 is nearly identical to that of the Intel Core i5-11400, which scores 17067, a delta of -0.2%. This shows the CPU is not the weak link in this pairing.

The combo rank of 2642 suggests that for an optimized experience in Dave The Diver, users would need to consider a different graphics solution. The measured data shows that this combo is only suitable for lower resolutions and settings. It is a functional entry-level configuration, but it does not provide the headroom for high-refresh-rate or high-resolution gaming.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a detailed look at the combo's performance across different resolutions and settings. The data shows a clear pattern: performance scales down as resolution increases, and the impact of settings is more pronounced at higher resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the combo performs best. The average FPS ranges from 98 on Low to 65 on Ultra. The Medium preset is the most balanced, with an average of 82 FPS and a minimum of 70 FPS, ensuring consistent smoothness. High settings also perform well, with an average of 73 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 33 FPS, which is substantial and shows the game's scalability.

At 2560x1440, performance drops noticeably. The average FPS on Low settings is 74, but this falls to 55 on High and 49 on Ultra. The Medium preset averages 62 FPS with a minimum of 52 FPS. This resolution is still playable, but the frame rates are less stable and hover near the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles. The average FPS is 49 on Low, which is the only setting that approaches playability. Medium settings average 41 FPS, High averages 37 FPS, and Ultra averages just 33 FPS. The minimum FPS recorded is 35 on Medium settings, indicating that frame drops are common. These numbers clearly show that 4K gaming is not viable with this hardware.

The data across all resolutions shows that the gap between Low and Ultra settings increases with resolution. At 1080p, the gap is 33 FPS; at 1440p, it is 25 FPS; and at 4K, it is 16 FPS. This suggests the GPU is becoming the limiting factor at higher resolutions, reducing the impact of graphical settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture and is manufactured on a 7 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. In Dave The Diver, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and other non-graphics tasks. The benchmark data suggests it performs this role well.

The processor's performance is solid for its class. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 15045, and its single-core score is 2124. Its Geekbench multicore score is 7372. These scores place it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, indicating it is a better-than-average processor. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-11400, which has an average score of 17067, a delta of -0.2%, showing the Ryzen 5 3600 is essentially on par with that chip.

Given the game's genre, which is an adventure title, the CPU demands are likely moderate. The Ryzen 5 3600's 6 cores and 12 threads provide more than enough processing power for the game's logic. The data shows that the CPU is not the bottleneck in this configuration. The low frame rates at higher resolutions are directly attributed to the GPU's limitations, not a lack of CPU performance. The CPU has a 32 MB shared L3 cache and supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, which are adequate specifications for this game.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo is at 1920x1080 with the Medium preset. This setting provides an average of 82 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS, ensuring a stable and smooth gameplay experience. The frame times are consistent, and the visual quality is a good balance between performance and fidelity.

For users who prioritize higher visual quality, the High preset at 1920x1080 is a viable alternative. It averages 73 FPS, which is still within the playable range. However, it lacks the frame rate floor of the Medium preset, so there is a higher chance of seeing frame drops.

The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 is not recommended. While it averages 65 FPS, it puts more strain on the GPU, and the performance gain over High is minimal. The data shows that the jump from High to Ultra yields a smaller performance hit than from Medium to High, but the average FPS is lower and potentially less stable.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only setting that provides a comfortable frame rate, averaging 74 FPS. The Medium preset is playable at 62 FPS, but the minimum of 52 FPS suggests there will be noticeable hitches. For a better experience, users should stick to 1080p. The 3840x2160 resolution should be avoided entirely, as even the Low preset fails to maintain 60 FPS. For the best experience, users should set the resolution to 1920x1080 and choose the Medium or High preset based on their preference for visual fidelity versus absolute frame rate stability.