Dave The Diver

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a distinctive performance profile in Dave The Diver, one that is heavily weighted by the graphics subsystem. The data set shows a combination that is capable of playable frame rates at lower resolutions but becomes progressively more constrained as pixel count increases. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across resolutions and settings, examining the roles of the CPU and GPU, and contextualizing the results against other tested hardware combinations.

Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates in Dave The Diver demonstrate a clear and significant dependency on resolution, which is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound workload at higher pixel counts. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 and then to 3840x2160 yields substantial performance drops across all settings, revealing that the Intel Arc B370 is the primary limiting factor as the rendering load intensifies.

At the High preset, the average frame rate falls from 73 FPS at 1920x1080 to 55 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 18 FPS. The scaling to 3840x2160 is even more pronounced, with the average dropping to 37 FPS. This represents a 36 FPS difference between the lowest and highest resolutions tested. The pattern is consistent across all settings. With the Low preset, the average FPS drops from 98 at 1080p to 74 at 1440p and finally to 49 at 4K. The Medium preset shows a similar trajectory: 82 FPS at 1080p, 62 FPS at 1440p, and 41 FPS at 4K. Even the Ultra preset, which starts at a modest 65 FPS at 1080p, falls to 49 FPS at 1440p and 33 FPS at 4K.

The scaling behavior suggests that the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, is not the bottleneck at higher resolutions. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see a smaller performance delta as resolution increases, since the CPU's workload would remain relatively constant. Instead, the consistent and large FPS drops indicate that the GPU's rendering throughput is being saturated. The Arc B370's performance characteristics, including its 6.144 TFLOPS FP32 compute rate and 48.00 GPixel/s pixel fill rate, are simply insufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K resolution in this title.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the definitive performance ceiling for this combination in Dave The Diver. Its benchmark data places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, with an average 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184. This very low percentile ranking is reflected in the measured game performance, which struggles to exceed 60 FPS at any setting within 1920x1080 and fails to reach that threshold at higher resolutions.

The GPU's memory architecture is "System Shared," meaning it relies on the host system's RAM for both capacity and bandwidth. This is a critical limitation, as the memory bandwidth is not a fixed hardware specification but rather "System Dependent." In a game like Dave The Diver, which involves loading various aquatic environments and entities, this dependency on shared memory can lead to performance variability. The clock speeds are also a point of interest; the base clock is 300 MHz, which is quite low, but it boosts to 2400 MHz under load. This boost clock is crucial for extracting any meaningful performance from the GPU's 1280 shading units.

The measured FPS data shows the GPU's limitations clearly. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 98 FPS, which is a playable result. However, the GPU's performance scales poorly with settings. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 33 FPS (98 down to 65). This shows that the GPU's compute and fill rate resources are quickly exhausted by the increased visual fidelity demands of higher presets. The pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s becomes a limiting factor at higher resolutions. For instance, at 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 33, a figure that is likely below the threshold for a smooth experience in many games.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F plays a supporting role in this pairing, providing sufficient processing power to avoid being a significant bottleneck at the tested settings. The CPU's benchmark scores are robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20851 and a single-core score of 2943. Its average benchmark score of 25005 places it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, indicating a capable mid-range processor. This is further evidenced by its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which it trails by only 0.2%.

The CPU's specs are well-suited for gaming. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, based on the Zen 4 architecture, which is known for strong single-threaded performance. The boost clock of 4.70 GHz is high, and the 16 MB of shared L3 cache helps with data access. In Dave The Diver, which is not known for being a highly multi-threaded title, the single-core performance of the 8400F is likely more relevant than its multi-threaded capabilities. The 3DMark single-thread score of 951 and the Passmark single-thread score of 3685 are respectable figures that suggest the CPU can handle the game's logic and physics calculations without holding back the GPU.

The data supports this assessment. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K is largely linear, which is a sign that the CPU is keeping up with the GPU's output. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would not drop as much when the resolution increases, because the CPU would still be producing the same number of frames per second regardless of the GPU's workload. Since we see a significant FPS drop at 4K, it confirms that the GPU is the limiting component and that the Ryzen 5 8400F is adequately feeding it frames at lower resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this hardware combination depend heavily on the target resolution and the user's preference for frame rate versus visual quality. The data provides clear guidance for each resolution tier.

For 1920x1080, the High preset is the best balance. It achieves an average of 73 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. The Low preset offers a higher 98 FPS, but the visual fidelity loss is likely not worth the extra frame rate for most users. The Medium preset at 82 FPS is also a viable option, but High provides a superior visual experience while still maintaining a comfortable average frame rate. The Ultra preset drops to 65 FPS, which is just above 60 FPS, but the performance headroom is much smaller, and any demanding scene could cause drops.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the recommended choice. It delivers an average of 62 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold. The Low preset achieves 74 FPS, but again, the visual compromise is significant. The High preset falls to 55 FPS, which is below 60 FPS and may result in a less fluid experience. The Ultra preset at 49 FPS is not recommended for a smooth experience.

For 3840x2160, achieving 60 FPS is not possible with any of the tested presets. The Low preset yields the highest average at 49 FPS, followed by Medium at 41 FPS, High at 37 FPS, and Ultra at 33 FPS. For users who prioritize frame rate, the Low preset is the only way to get close to 50 FPS. For those who prefer visual quality over frame rate, the Medium preset is a reasonable choice, as it provides a noticeable improvement over Low while still maintaining an average above 40 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and Intel Arc B370 combination ranks 2642 out of 2867 tested combos in Dave The Diver. This places it in the bottom 8% of all configurations, which is a direct consequence of the GPU's low performance percentile. The combo's rank is a reflection of its inability to deliver high frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions.

This ranking is not surprising given the GPU's specifications. The Arc B370 is in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals are all older, lower-performance cards like the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and the ATI Radeon HD 5770. While the CPU is a solid performer, ranking in the 77th percentile, it cannot compensate for the GPU's limitations in a graphics-intensive task like gaming. The combo's rank suggests that it is best suited for 1080p gaming at medium-to-high settings, where it can provide a playable experience. At higher resolutions, its performance is too low to be competitive with other tested hardware combinations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is a detailed breakdown of the measured average FPS for each resolution and settings preset.

1920x1080

• Low: 98 FPS average.
• Medium: 82 FPS average, with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 94 FPS.
• High: 73 FPS average.
• Ultra: 65 FPS average.

2560x1440

• Low: 74 FPS average.
• Medium: 62 FPS average, with a minimum of 52 FPS and a maximum of 71 FPS.
• High: 55 FPS average.
• Ultra: 49 FPS average.

3840x2160

• Low: 49 FPS average.
• Medium: 41 FPS average, with a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 47 FPS.
• High: 37 FPS average.
• Ultra: 33 FPS average.

The data shows a consistent pattern: performance decreases as resolution and settings increase. The Medium preset is the only one that provides min and max FPS data, showing a typical variance of about 12 FPS between the minimum and maximum at each resolution. This data can be used to estimate the frame time consistency, which appears to be relatively stable.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Dave The Diver with this hardware?*

A: The best resolution is 1920x1080. The data shows that at this resolution, the High preset achieves an average of 73 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Higher resolutions result in average frame rates below 60 FPS for most presets.

Q: Can this combo achieve 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: Yes, but only with the Medium or Low presets. The Medium preset achieves an average of 62 FPS, while the Low preset achieves 74 FPS. The High and Ultra presets fall below 60 FPS, with averages of 55 FPS and 49 FPS, respectively.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F a bottleneck for the Intel Arc B370 in this game?

A: No. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K indicates a GPU bottleneck. The average frame rates drop significantly as resolution increases, which would not happen if the CPU were the limiting factor. The CPU's benchmark scores are in the 77th percentile, indicating it has sufficient performance for this workload.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B370's average 3DMark Steel Nomad score is 1184. Its nearest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, has a score of 1186, which is 0.2% higher. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 is 0.5% higher with a score of 1190, and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M is 0.7% higher with a score of 1192. The AMD FirePro M2000 is 1.4% lower with a score of 1168.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 98 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves an average of 65 FPS. This is a difference of 33 FPS, showing that the GPU's performance is significantly impacted by the visual fidelity of the settings.

*Q: Is this hardware combination suitable for 4K gaming in Dave The Diver?*

A: Not for a smooth 60 FPS experience. The highest average frame rate at 3840x2160 is 49 FPS with the Low preset. All other presets yield averages below 42 FPS, which is below the commonly preferred 60 FPS target. The data indicates this resolution is not ideal for this GPU.