Dave The Diver

# Dave The Diver with AMD Ryzen 5 7500F + Intel Arc B370

This combination of AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2642 out of 2867 tested combos for Dave The Diver, placing it in the lower 8% of all system pairings. The ranking reflects a system that can run the game, but with significant compromises required at higher resolutions and settings. The data shows a playable experience at 1080p across all presets, but the Intel Arc B370's position in the 5th percentile of all GPUs is the dominant constraint. This is a pairing where the CPU has ample headroom, yet the GPU limits what can be achieved in this adventure title.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 2642 out of 2867 places this system firmly in the lower tier of tested configurations for Dave The Diver. With only 225 combos ranked below it, this pairing sits just above the bottom 8% of all tested systems. The ranking indicates that while the game is playable, most other system combinations tested deliver higher average frame rates across the board.

The bottleneck is clearly identifiable from the component-level data. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F sits in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24964. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11850H (24935, 0.1% lower), AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (25005, 0.2% higher), Intel Core i7-13620H (24911, 0.2% lower), and Intel Core 5 210H (24872, 0.4% lower). These deltas are all within 0.4%, meaning the CPU is performing exactly in line with expectations for its class.

In stark contrast, the Intel Arc B370 sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 1184. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186, 0.2% higher), ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190, 0.5% higher), AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1192, 0.7% higher), and AMD FirePro M2000 (1168, 1.4% lower). This places the GPU in the company of legacy integrated graphics from over a decade ago.

The disparity between CPU and GPU performance tiers explains the overall ranking. The CPU is a modern mid-range part, while the GPU is an integrated graphics solution. In Dave The Diver, a game that is not graphically demanding by modern standards, this pairing still manages to deliver acceptable results at lower settings, but the ranking reflects the GPU's fundamental limitations.

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. It features 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 raster operation units, along with 10 ray tracing cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 300 MHz with a boost clock of 2400 MHz, delivering a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s. Its FP32 performance is rated at 6.144 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 12.29 TFLOPS (2:1).

The memory configuration is entirely system-shared, meaning the GPU relies on the host system's DDR5 memory rather than dedicated VRAM. The memory bus width and bandwidth are both listed as "System Shared" and "System Dependent," respectively. This integration limits performance in ways that discrete GPUs do not face, as the GPU competes with the CPU for memory bandwidth.

In Dave The Diver, the GPU's role is the primary limiting factor across all resolutions. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 98 FPS average, but this drops to 65 FPS at 1080p Ultra. The spread between Low and Ultra at the same resolution is 33 FPS, indicating that the GPU's shader and texture throughput is the constraint. The 20 ROPs and 40 TMUs are modest numbers, and the system-shared memory architecture adds latency that affects frame pacing.

The GPU's 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs is consistent with its performance class. The nearest rivals are all from the ATI/AMD HD 5000 and 7000 series era, which were entry-level discrete cards from approximately 2010. The Arc B370's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184 places it in this legacy performance tier, and the deltaPct values against these rivals are all within 1.4%, confirming it performs at that level.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combination depends heavily on the target resolution. At 1080p, the Medium preset delivers 82 FPS average with a minimum of 70 FPS and maximum of 94 FPS. This is the sweet spot for smooth gameplay, as the 70 FPS minimum ensures the frame rate stays above typical 60 FPS display refresh rates. The High preset at 73 FPS average is also viable, but the Medium preset's minimum frame rate of 70 FPS provides a more consistent experience.

At 1440p, the Medium preset drops to 62 FPS average with a minimum of 52 FPS. This is still playable, but the minimum frame rate falls below 60 FPS, which may result in noticeable stutter on standard 60 Hz displays. The Low preset at 1440p delivers 74 FPS average, which is smoother than Medium but requires sacrificing visual quality. For users with 1440p displays, the Low preset is the recommended choice for consistent performance, with Medium as a viable option if slight frame drops are acceptable.

At 4K, no preset delivers a consistently smooth experience. The Low preset achieves 49 FPS average, while Medium and High deliver 41 and 37 FPS respectively. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 33 FPS average. None of these are ideal for a game that benefits from smooth motion, so users with 4K displays should consider running the game at a lower resolution or accepting the Low preset's 49 FPS.

The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution. At 1080p it delivers 65 FPS, which is below the Medium preset's performance, and the visual differences between High and Ultra in this game are unlikely to justify the 8 FPS loss. The data suggests that Medium at 1080p provides the best balance of visual quality and performance for this system.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings presets, providing a comprehensive view of this system's performance in Dave The Diver.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best results. The Low preset averages 98 FPS, Medium averages 82 FPS with a range of 70 to 94 FPS, High averages 73 FPS, and Ultra averages 65 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 33 FPS drop, representing a 34% reduction in frame rate as settings increase. The Medium preset's minimum of 70 FPS is notable, as it indicates the system can maintain playable frame rates even during demanding scenes.

At 2560x1440, performance drops noticeably. The Low preset averages 74 FPS, Medium averages 62 FPS with a range of 52 to 71 FPS, High averages 55 FPS, and Ultra averages 49 FPS. The 1440p results are approximately 25% lower than 1080p results at the same settings, reflecting the increased pixel count. The Medium preset's minimum of 52 FPS is the first time the system drops below 60 FPS at any setting, indicating that 1440p is approaching the GPU's practical limit.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain smooth frame rates. The Low preset averages 49 FPS, Medium averages 41 FPS with a range of 35 to 47 FPS, High averages 37 FPS, and Ultra averages 33 FPS. The 4K results are roughly 50% lower than 1080p results, which is consistent with the fourfold increase in pixel count. The Medium preset's minimum of 35 FPS shows that even with reduced settings, the system cannot maintain 60 FPS at 4K.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: each resolution step increases the GPU load, and the system-shared memory architecture further compounds the issue. The 1080p Medium preset is the only configuration that maintains a minimum frame rate above 60 FPS, making it the only truly smooth experience.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Dave The Diver at 60 FPS?

A: Yes, but only at 1080p. The Medium preset at 1920x1080 averages 82 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS, which maintains 60 FPS. The High preset at 73 FPS average also stays above 60 FPS, though no minimum is provided. At 1440p, the Medium preset's 52 FPS minimum falls below 60 FPS, and at 4K, no preset achieves 60 FPS average.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combination?

A: The data indicates 1920x1080 is the best resolution, as it is the only resolution where the system consistently delivers frame rates above 60 FPS. At 1080p, all four presets deliver average frame rates between 65 and 98 FPS, while 1440p and 4K results are progressively lower.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B370's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184 is within 1.4% of its nearest rivals. It is 0.2% lower than the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186), 0.5% lower than the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190), 0.7% lower than the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1192), and 1.4% higher than the AMD FirePro M2000 (1168). This places it in the same performance tier as these legacy GPUs.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The GPU is clearly the limiting factor. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F sits in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Arc B370 sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. The CPU's nearest rivals are all within 0.4% of its score, indicating solid performance, while the GPU's performance is comparable to decade-old integrated graphics.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows 62 FPS average at 2560x1440 with Medium settings, with a minimum of 52 FPS and maximum of 71 FPS. This is playable, but the minimum frame rate suggests occasional dips below 60 FPS during demanding scenes.

Q: Does the Ultra preset provide a better experience than High?

A: No. At every resolution, the Ultra preset delivers lower frame rates than High, with no measurable benefit in the data. At 1080p, Ultra averages 65 FPS versus High's 73 FPS; at 1440p, Ultra averages 49 FPS versus High's 55 FPS; and at 4K, Ultra averages 33 FPS versus High's 37 FPS. The 8 FPS average difference at each resolution suggests the Ultra preset is not worth the performance cost.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It operates at a base clock of 3.70 GHz with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, and features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU is manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process node with 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. It supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth, and connects via PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes.

The CPU's benchmark results show strong single-threaded and multi-threaded performance. In Cinebench R23, it scores 3218 in single-core and 22799 in multi-core. Geekbench scores are 2374 single-core and 12362 multi-core. The 3DMark tests show scaling from 974 in single-thread to 6379 in max-threads, with 16-thread scores at 6376. PassMark results include 3841 single-thread and 26825 multithread scores.

In Dave The Diver, the CPU's role is secondary to the GPU, as evidenced by the performance patterns. The game is not CPU-intensive by modern standards, and the Ryzen 5 7500F's 77th percentile ranking means it has ample headroom. The CPU's nearest rivals are all within 0.4% of its average score, showing it performs exactly as expected for its class.

The CPU's 65 W TDP and 5 nm process node indicate efficient operation, and its 32 MB L3 cache is sufficient for game workloads. The DDR5 memory support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth is well above what this game requires, even with the GPU sharing system memory. The CPU is not a bottleneck in any of the measured configurations, as the FPS drops correlate directly with resolution increases, which primarily affect GPU load.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows consistent scaling across resolutions. At Medium settings, the system delivers 82 FPS at 1080p, 62 FPS at 1440p, and 41 FPS at 4K. This represents a 24% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 50% drop from 1080p to 4K. The 1440p to 4K transition shows a 34% decrease, consistent with the pixel count increase from 3.7 million to 8.3 million.

At Low settings, the scaling is similar: 98 FPS at 1080p, 74 FPS at 1440p, and 49 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 24% from 1080p to 1440p and 50% from 1080p to 4K. At High settings, the system delivers 73 FPS at 1080p, 55 FPS at 1440p, and 37 FPS at 4K, with drops of 25% and 49% respectively. Ultra settings show 65 FPS at 1080p, 49 FPS at 1440p, and 33 FPS at 4K, with drops of 25% and 49%.

The consistent scaling pattern indicates that the GPU is the limiting component. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the FPS drops would be less pronounced at higher resolutions, as the CPU load would remain constant while GPU load increases. Instead, the FPS drops are proportional to the pixel count increases, which is the classic signature of GPU-limited performance.

The system-shared memory architecture of the Intel Arc B370 compounds the resolution scaling issue. As resolution increases, the GPU requires more memory bandwidth, and since it shares the system's DDR5 memory with the CPU, there is contention for bandwidth. This explains why the 4K results are particularly low, as the GPU cannot access sufficient memory bandwidth to maintain performance.

The data suggests that this system is best suited for 1080p gaming in Dave The Diver. At higher resolutions, the GPU's limitations become increasingly apparent, and the frame rate drops below playable thresholds. For users with 1440p or 4K displays, the game is playable at lower settings, but the experience will not be smooth by modern standards.