Dave The Diver

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and Intel Arc B580 combination delivers a highly playable experience in Dave The Diver, with performance scaling predictably across resolutions and settings. The data indicates a system that is well-balanced for this title, offering high frame rates at 1080p and maintaining playability even at 4K. The following analysis breaks down the measured performance data, focusing on the role of each component in this specific game.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is a desktop processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, built on a 7 nm process. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This configuration is substantial for a modern game like Dave The Diver, which is unlikely to be bottlenecked by a CPU of this caliber. The processor's 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide a solid foundation for feeding the GPU with data.

In terms of raw compute, the 5700G's benchmark scores are strong. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 12830.5 points, and its single-core score is 1494 points. The 3DMark results show a similar pattern, with a max-thread score of 6627 and a single-thread score of 899. These numbers place the CPU in the 79th percentile when compared to all other CPUs in the database. The data shows that the 5700G's performance is incredibly close to several rivals. For instance, it is only 0.2% behind the Intel Core i9-9900K, 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445, and 0.4% behind the Intel Core i5-14400T. This suggests that in a game like Dave The Diver, which may not be heavily multi-threaded, the 5700G's single-thread performance is more than sufficient to keep up with the demands of the game engine.

The measured FPS data supports the conclusion that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this configuration. At 1080p with Low settings, the average frame rate is 189 FPS, which is a very high number. If the CPU were a bottleneck, we would expect to see frame rates cap out at a lower value, regardless of the graphics settings. The fact that the FPS scales significantly with resolution and settings—dropping to 124 FPS at Ultra settings—indicates that the workload is primarily being shifted to the GPU. The CPU has enough headroom to process the game's logic and physics without constraining the frame rate, even at the highest settings at lower resolutions.

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

The Intel Arc B580 is the primary driver of visual performance in this configuration. It is based on the Xe2-HPG architecture and features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 456.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a consistent clock speed of 2670 MHz for both base and boost. This memory capacity and bandwidth are critical for handling high-resolution textures and complex scenes without stuttering, which is especially relevant at 4K.

The B580's benchmark performance places it in the 68th percentile of all GPUs. Its Passmark G3D score is 15748, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 3068. The nearest rival data shows a tight cluster of performance. The B580 is 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, 0.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080, and 0.7% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080. This indicates that the Arc B580 offers performance in the same league as these established cards, which is a strong showing for this title.

The GPU's role is clearly demonstrated by the FPS scaling across different resolutions. At 1080p, the GPU is able to produce very high frame rates, from 189 FPS at Low to 124 FPS at Ultra. As the resolution increases to 1440p, the frame rates drop, but remain high, from 142 FPS at Low to 94 FPS at Ultra. The most significant strain is seen at 4K, where the average FPS ranges from 95 at Low to 63 at Ultra. This drop-off is a classic sign of the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck. The 12 GB of VRAM ensures that even at 4K Ultra, there is enough memory to handle the game's assets, as the frame rates, while lower, remain playable and do not exhibit the catastrophic drops typically associated with VRAM exhaustion.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings depend on the player's target resolution and preference for frame rate versus visual fidelity. The data shows a clear hierarchy of performance across the four presets: Low, Medium, High, and Ultra.

At 1080p, the Medium preset provides an excellent balance. The average frame rate of 158 FPS is significantly higher than the 141 FPS of High settings, and the minimum FPS of 134 ensures smooth gameplay. Moving to Ultra drops the average to 124 FPS, which is still smooth, but the jump from Medium to High is only a 17 FPS loss, while the jump from High to Ultra is another 17 FPS loss. For players with high-refresh-rate monitors, the Medium preset is the sweet spot, offering a 24% performance increase over High settings while maintaining a very high frame rate.

At 1440p, the High preset is the best recommendation. The average frame rate of 106 FPS is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth play, and it represents a significant visual upgrade over Medium, which runs at 119 FPS. The Ultra preset at 94 FPS is also viable, but the marginal visual gain over High may not be worth the 12 FPS loss for all users. The Medium preset, with a minimum FPS of 101, is a safer choice for those who prioritize absolute smoothness, but High offers a better visual experience while still being very fluid.

At 4K, the Medium preset is the recommended choice for the best experience. The average frame rate of 80 FPS is good for 4K gaming, and the minimum FPS of 68 ensures that the game remains responsive. The High preset at 71 FPS is also playable, but it is closer to the edge of what might be considered a "smooth" experience for some. The Low preset at 95 FPS is undeniably fast, but it sacrifices visual quality. Conversely, the Ultra preset at 63 FPS is the most visually impressive but may introduce noticeable frame pacing issues for some users. Therefore, Medium at 4K offers the best combination of visual quality and performance.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the average frame rate for this combo at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average frame rate at 1920x1080 with High settings is 141 FPS.

Q: How does the performance at 4K Ultra compare to 1080p Ultra?

A: At 4K Ultra, the average frame rate is 63 FPS, while at 1080p Ultra, it is 124 FPS. This represents a 61 FPS drop, showing the significant load increase on the GPU at higher resolutions.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the limiting factor at 1440p Medium?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU has a high 3DMark max-thread score of 6627, and the FPS scales significantly with resolution and settings, which is a characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario.

Q: What is the lowest minimum FPS recorded for this configuration?

A: The lowest minimum FPS recorded is 68 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 with Medium settings.

Q: What is the Intel Arc B580's memory bandwidth?

A: The Intel Arc B580 has a memory bandwidth of 456.0 GB/s, provided by 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G's average benchmark score compare to the Intel Core i9-9900K?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G's average benchmark score is 27051, which is 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i9-9900K's score of 27097.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. This scaling is a critical indicator of system balance and bottleneck analysis.

At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 189 FPS at 1080p to 142 FPS at 1440p, a 24.9% decrease. Moving to 4K, the frame rate drops to 95 FPS, a further 33.1% decrease from 1440p. This steep decline is a classic sign of the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck. The CPU is powerful enough to maintain high frame rates at lower resolutions, but the GPU's rendering workload increases exponentially with pixel count.

At Medium settings, the pattern is similar. The average FPS drops from 158 at 1080p to 119 at 1440p (a 24.7% decrease), and then to 80 at 4K (a 32.8% decrease from 1440p). The minimum FPS also scales down, from 134 at 1080p to 101 at 1440p, and finally to 68 at 4K.

At High settings, the frame rates are 141 FPS at 1080p, 106 FPS at 1440p (a 24.8% decrease), and 71 FPS at 4K (a 33.0% decrease from 1440p).

At Ultra settings, the frame rates are 124 FPS at 1080p, 94 FPS at 1440p (a 24.2% decrease), and 63 FPS at 4K (a 33.0% decrease from 1440p).

The consistent percentage drop between resolutions, regardless of the settings preset, strongly indicates that the Intel Arc B580 is the component that dictates the performance ceiling. The CPU has sufficient headroom to feed the GPU at all tested resolutions. The scaling is almost perfectly linear with the pixel count increase, which is the expected behavior for a GPU-bound workload. This analysis confirms that the Ryzen 7 5700G is not holding back the system in Dave The Diver, and the Arc B580's performance is the primary factor in determining the final frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The following table details the exact measured average frame rates for every tested configuration of resolution and settings.

1920x1080:

• Low: Average FPS is 189.
• Medium: Average FPS is 158, with a minimum of 134 and a maximum of 182.
• High: Average FPS is 141.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 124.

2560x1440:

• Low: Average FPS is 142.
• Medium: Average FPS is 119, with a minimum of 101 and a maximum of 137.
• High: Average FPS is 106.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 94.

3840x2160:

• Low: Average FPS is 95.
• Medium: Average FPS is 80, with a minimum of 68 and a maximum of 92.
• High: Average FPS is 71.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 63.

The data shows that the Medium preset is the only one for which minimum and maximum FPS values were recorded, indicating it was the focus of the detailed frame time analysis. The performance deltas between settings are consistent across resolutions. For example, upgrading from Low to Ultra at 1080p results in a 65 FPS drop, while at 4K, the same upgrade results in a 32 FPS drop. This is because the absolute frame rates are lower at 4K, so the percentage impact of the settings is similar, but the absolute change is smaller.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and Intel Arc B580 combination is ranked 2780 out of 3710 tested combinations in Dave The Diver. This places the combo in the 75th percentile of all systems tested, meaning it outperforms 75% of the other configurations in the database for this specific game.

This rank reflects the overall balance and capability of the system. While the individual components are not at the very top of their respective performance charts—the CPU is in the 79th percentile and the GPU is in the 68th percentile—their combination proves to be highly effective for this title. The rank suggests that the system is more than capable of providing a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience. The data indicates that this combination is a strong performer, likely due to the CPU's high single-thread performance and the GPU's substantial VRAM and bandwidth.

The system is clearly not at the bottom of the rankings, which would indicate a severe bottleneck or underpowered component. Instead, it sits comfortably in the upper-middle range, suggesting that users can expect a high-quality experience without encountering major performance issues. The fact that the combo achieves an average FPS of 71 at 4K High settings, which is above the playable threshold, further solidifies its position in the rankings. The data shows that this is a well-matched pairing that delivers a reliable and high-performance experience in Dave The Diver.