Dave The Diver

# Dave The Diver: AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + Intel Arc B390 — Benchmark Analysis

This combination pairs AMD's 5000-series APU with Intel's Arc Graphics-M class part, creating a system where the CPU's integrated graphics heritage and the GPU's shared-memory architecture both point toward a budget-oriented setup. The data shows this combo ranking at 2538 out of 2867 tested combinations in Dave The Diver, placing it in the bottom 12% of systems, yet the measured FPS results reveal a playable experience at most settings, which raises questions about how the specific workloads of this adventure title interact with such a modest hardware pairing.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G brings 6 cores and 12 threads to the table, built on the Zen 3 architecture with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. This is a 7 nm part from TSMC featuring 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die, with a 16 MB L3 cache and 512 KB L2 per core. Its benchmark profile shows a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10551 and a single-core score of 1409, while Geekbench results reach 8428 multicore and 1801 single-core. The CPU's percentile ranking sits at 74, meaning it outperforms roughly three-quarters of all processors in the database.

The nearest rivals in CPU performance are remarkably close: the Intel Core i3-1220P scores 21066 (0.1% behind), while the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V scores 21112 (0.1% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U scores 21133 (0.2% ahead). These sub-1% deltas suggest that the 5600G's processing power is essentially interchangeable with several mobile and low-power parts, which is notable for a desktop chip. The Passmark multithread score of 19717 and single-thread score of 3177 indicate balanced performance that should handle game logic and AI without becoming a bottleneck in a title like Dave The Diver.

Given the game's nature as a 2D adventure with underwater exploration and restaurant management mechanics, the CPU demands are likely moderate. The 5600G's 12 threads provide ample parallelism for background simulation tasks, while the 4.40 GHz boost clock ensures responsive single-threaded performance for UI interactions and game state updates. The data shows that even at 4K Ultra settings where the GPU is clearly stressed, the system still achieves 36 FPS, suggesting the CPU maintains frame pacing even when the graphics pipeline is saturated.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s over dual-channel DDR4 could become a factor in this shared-memory GPU configuration, as the Arc B390 relies on system RAM rather than dedicated VRAM. This interdependence means the CPU's memory controller performance directly influences GPU throughput, potentially explaining why the system scales the way it does across resolutions. The 5600G's Passmark data compression score of 249302 and encryption score of 15247 show strong compute capabilities that might help offset some of the GPU's limitations in certain workloads.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B390 is a fascinating entry in the benchmark database, built on the Xe3-LPG architecture with a Panther Lake chip on Intel's 3 nm process. It operates at a base clock of 300 MHz and boosts to 2500 MHz, with system-shared memory meaning there is no dedicated VRAM — the GPU pulls from the same DDR4 pool as the CPU. The GPU features 1536 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs, with 12 ray tracing cores, producing a pixel rate of 60.00 GPixel/s, texture rate of 120.0 GTexel/s, and FP32 throughput of 7.680 TFLOPS.

The GPU's benchmark record is sparse — only a single 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1482 — which places it at the 9th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals are all older NVIDIA parts: the GeForce GT 520MX scores 1463 (1.3% behind), the GeForce 800M scores 1460 (1.5% behind), and the GeForce GT 625 OEM scores 1446 (2.5% behind). This positions the Arc B390 as roughly equivalent to a decade-old entry-level discrete GPU, which is surprising given its modern architecture and 3 nm process. The GPU's TDP of 80 W and IGP slot width suggest it is designed for portable or ultra-compact systems rather than desktop gaming rigs.

In Dave The Diver, the GPU's performance characteristics become evident in the measured FPS. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 108 FPS, but this drops to 72 FPS at Ultra — a 33% reduction. The GPU's shared memory architecture means texture loading and scene complexity directly compete with CPU memory operations, and the 3DMark score of 1482 suggests limited raw rasterization power. The 12 RT cores are present but likely underutilized in this 2D adventure title, which may actually help the system maintain playable frame rates since ray tracing workloads are minimal.

The GPU's nearest rivals being GT 520MX and GT 710-class parts indicates that the Arc B390's compute capabilities are modest, yet the measured FPS in Dave The Diver exceed what one might expect from such a low percentile ranking. This discrepancy suggests the game is not particularly GPU-intensive at lower settings, or that the shared memory architecture provides some advantage in this specific title's memory access patterns.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

Examining the measured FPS across resolutions reveals a clear pattern of GPU-limited scaling. At Low settings, the system delivers 108 FPS at 1080p, dropping to 82 FPS at 1440p (a 24% reduction) and 55 FPS at 4K (a 49% reduction from 1080p). This scaling curve is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where increasing pixel count directly impacts fill rate and memory bandwidth demands. The Arc B390's system-shared memory means bandwidth is "System Dependent" per the spec, and the 51.2 GB/s available from the 5600G's dual-channel DDR4 becomes a bottleneck at higher resolutions.

At Medium settings, the frame rate drops from 91 FPS at 1080p to 68 FPS at 1440p (25% reduction) and 46 FPS at 4K (49% reduction). The pattern is remarkably consistent — roughly a quarter drop moving from 1080p to 1440p, and another third drop moving to 4K. This consistency across settings suggests the limiting factor is resolution-dependent rather than settings-dependent, pointing to the GPU's pixel throughput capabilities. The 60.00 GPixel/s pixel rate becomes increasingly stressed as resolution climbs.

High settings show a similar trend: 81 FPS at 1080p, 61 FPS at 1440p (25% drop), and 41 FPS at 4K (49% drop). Ultra settings follow with 72 FPS at 1080p, 54 FPS at 1440p (25% drop), and 36 FPS at 4K (50% drop). The uniformity of these percentage drops across all settings is striking — it indicates that the GPU's fill rate, not its shading complexity, is the primary constraint. The CPU's role appears secondary, as its performance remains constant regardless of resolution, yet the FPS scales almost perfectly with pixel count.

This scaling behavior has practical implications: at 4K, the system only maintains playable frame rates at Low settings (55 FPS), while at 1080p, even Ultra settings deliver a smooth 72 FPS. The data suggests that players seeking higher visual quality should prioritize lower resolutions, as the GPU's limited pixel throughput cannot sustain high settings at 1440p or above without dropping below 60 FPS. The 4K Medium result of 46 FPS with min FPS of 39 indicates noticeable stuttering, making 4K gaming viable only at Low settings for this combination.

FAQ

Q: Is this system capable of 60 FPS gaming in Dave The Diver?

A: Yes, at 1080p across all settings — the measured FPS ranges from 72 FPS at Ultra to 108 FPS at Low. At 1440p, only Low (82 FPS) and High (61 FPS) settings achieve 60+ FPS, while Medium (68 FPS) also clears the threshold. At 4K, no settings reach 60 FPS, with Low being the best at 55 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its closest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B390's average benchmark score is 1482, which is 1.3% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (1463) and 2.7% ahead of the GeForce GT 710 (1443). Despite this modest lead, the GPU ranks at the 9th percentile of all GPUs, indicating it sits at the very bottom of the performance spectrum.

Q: What is the CPU's performance standing relative to other processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600G ranks at the 74th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21088. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i3-1220P, scores 21066 (0.1% behind), while the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U scores 21133 (0.2% ahead). The 5600G's Cinebench R23 multicore score is 10551.

Q: Does the shared memory architecture of the GPU affect performance in this game?

A: The data suggests it does, as the system's FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K is nearly identical across all settings (approximately 49-50% reduction), indicating memory bandwidth constraints that become more pronounced at higher resolutions. The GPU's memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," tying it directly to the CPU's 51.2 GB/s DDR4 throughput.

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

A: 1080p provides the most consistent experience, with all settings achieving 72 FPS or higher. 1440p is viable at Low (82 FPS), Medium (68 FPS), or High (61 FPS) settings, but Ultra drops to 54 FPS. 4K gaming is only recommended at Low settings, which yields 55 FPS.

Q: How does this system rank among all tested combinations for this game?

A: This combo ranks 2538 out of 2867 total combinations, placing it in the bottom 12% of systems tested for Dave The Diver. Despite this low ranking, the measured FPS shows playable performance at 1080p, suggesting the game is well-optimized for lower-end hardware.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combination depend heavily on the target resolution. At 1080p, Medium settings (91 FPS average, 77 min FPS) offer the best balance of visual quality and performance headroom, providing a 19 FPS buffer above the 72 FPS Ultra result while maintaining smooth gameplay. The min FPS of 77 at Medium ensures no drops below 60 FPS, making it the safest choice for consistent frame pacing.

At 1440p, High settings (61 FPS) barely clear the 60 FPS threshold, while Medium (68 FPS) provides more comfortable headroom with a min FPS of 58. Given that the min FPS at Medium is 58, players who prioritize stability might prefer this setting, as it stays within 2 FPS of the 60 FPS target even during demanding scenes. Low settings (82 FPS) are unnecessary at this resolution unless maximum frame rates are desired.

For 4K, the data clearly indicates Low settings (55 FPS) as the only playable option, as Medium (46 FPS) and High (41 FPS) fall below comfortable playability, and Ultra (36 FPS) is borderline unplayable. The 4K Medium min FPS of 39 confirms that stuttering will occur, making Low the recommended choice for 4K users. The gap between 4K Low (55 FPS) and 4K Medium (46 FPS) of 9 FPS suggests that the visual quality jump at Medium isn't worth the performance cost.

The overall recommendation is 1080p Medium for the best experience, as it delivers 91 FPS average with a 77 FPS minimum, providing excellent smoothness while retaining moderate visual fidelity. Players with 1440p monitors should choose Medium (68 FPS) for a good balance, while 4K users must accept Low settings (55 FPS) for playable performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system shows its strongest performance. Low settings deliver the highest average at 108 FPS, followed by Medium at 91 FPS with a min of 77 and max of 104, High at 81 FPS, and Ultra at 72 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra represents a 33% performance penalty (108 to 72 FPS), with each settings tier costing roughly 9-19 FPS. The Medium setting's min FPS of 77 indicates the system maintains comfortable frame rates even in demanding scenes.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops are consistent across all settings. Low averages 82 FPS, Medium 68 FPS (min 58, max 78), High 61 FPS, and Ultra 54 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 28 FPS (82 to 54), a 34% reduction that mirrors the 1080p scaling. Notably, the Medium min FPS of 58 is the only sub-60 reading at this resolution, suggesting occasional dips below the smoothness threshold.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations become apparent. Low averages 55 FPS, Medium 46 FPS (min 39, max 53), High 41 FPS, and Ultra 36 FPS. The Low-to-Ultra delta is 19 FPS (55 to 36), a 35% reduction consistent with lower resolutions. However, the absolute values place 4K gaming at the edge of playability — only Low exceeds 50 FPS, and every other setting falls below 46 FPS. The 4K Medium min FPS of 39 confirms that frame drops become severe at this resolution.

Comparing across resolutions at the same settings reveals the GPU bottleneck. Low settings see a 53 FPS drop from 1080p to 4K (108 to 55), Medium drops 45 FPS (91 to 46), High drops 40 FPS (81 to 41), and Ultra drops 36 FPS (72 to 36). The percentage reductions are remarkably consistent at 49-50% for all settings, confirming that pixel count is the dominant performance factor.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination of AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and Intel Arc B390 ranks 2538 out of 2867 tested combos in Dave The Diver, placing it in the 11.5th percentile of all systems (bottom 12%). This ranking is notably lower than the CPU's individual 74th percentile standing, indicating that the GPU is the primary constraint on this system's overall performance in this game. The CPU's strong relative performance is effectively negated by the GPU's 9th percentile ranking.

The gap between the CPU and GPU performance tiers creates an interesting dynamic — the system has 6 cores and 12 threads of Zen 3 processing power that remains largely underutilized, while the Arc B390 struggles to keep up with the game's rendering demands. The CPU's nearest rivals are all within 0.4% of its average score, yet the combo's ranking in-game is far lower than any of those CPUs would likely achieve with a dedicated mid-range GPU, highlighting how the B390 limits the overall experience.

The ranking of 2538 out of 2867 means that roughly 329 tested combinations perform worse than this system in Dave The Diver. Given the GPU's benchmark score of 1482 and its position among GT 520MX and GT 710-class parts, the fact that this combo still achieves 108 FPS at 1080p Low suggests the game is exceptionally well-optimized for low-end hardware. The system's performance at 1080p Medium (91 FPS) would likely place it in a higher percentile if only 1080p results were considered, but the inclusion of 1440p and 4K results drags the overall ranking down.

The data implies that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it outperforms expectations based on its component rankings. At 4K, the system falls into the bottom tier of performers, but the consistent scaling across settings suggests a well-behaved, if limited, gaming experience. The 74th percentile CPU paired with a 9th percentile GPU creates a system that is CPU-overqualified for the workload, but the measured results show that the game's moderate requirements allow this pairing to remain viable for adventure game enthusiasts at lower resolutions.