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FAQ

Q: What is the combo rank of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 with the Intel Arc B570 in Fortnite?

A: This combination ranks 2,972 out of 3,700 tested combos for Fortnite, placing it in the lower portion of the database.

Q: What are the CPU's core and thread counts?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz.

Q: What is the VRAM capacity and memory bandwidth of the Intel Arc B570?

A: The Intel Arc B570 features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, delivering 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Fortnite?

A: The highest average FPS is 176, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded?

A: The lowest average FPS is 21, recorded at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: How does the GPU's benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Intel Arc B570's average benchmark score is 20,556, which is 0.1% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile's 20,534.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and Intel Arc B570 combination sits at rank 2,972 out of 3,700 tested combos in Fortnite. This places the pairing in the 20th percentile of all tested systems, indicating that while it can run the game, it does not deliver top-tier performance. The ranking reflects a balance between the CPU's mid-range capabilities and the GPU's modest standing among graphics cards.

The CPU itself holds a 75th percentile ranking against all CPUs, suggesting it is a solid performer for its generation. However, the GPU's 65th percentile ranking against all GPUs pulls the combined score down. When paired together, the combo's rank in Fortnite is significantly lower than either component's individual percentile, highlighting that the game's demands on both processor and graphics card are substantial.

Benchmark results indicate that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming at medium settings, where it achieves playable frame rates. At higher resolutions or ultra settings, the system struggles to maintain smooth gameplay, as evidenced by the measured FPS data. The rank suggests that users seeking competitive or high-refresh-rate Fortnite play would need to consider more powerful hardware.

The combo's position in the database is not an outlier; it aligns with expectations for a mid-range 2018 CPU paired with a 2025 entry-level Arc GPU. The data shows a consistent pattern: performance is acceptable at lower resolutions and settings but degrades rapidly as graphical demands increase.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is the primary graphics processor in this combo, and its specifications directly influence Fortnite's performance. The GPU features 2,304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units, with 18 ray tracing cores. Its base and boost clocks are both 2500 MHz, and memory operates at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective).

The 10 GB GDDR6 memory pool is ample for Fortnite at the tested resolutions, though the 160-bit bus width and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth become limiting factors at higher settings. The GPU's 11.52 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 200.0 GPixel/s pixel rate provide the raw compute needed for the game's visual effects, but the architecture's efficiency at 4K Ultra proves insufficient.

Benchmark results show the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 14,195, with a percentile ranking of 65 against all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Arc A750, scores 20,582, a 0.1% difference, indicating the B570 is closely matched with its predecessor. The DirectX 12 score of 72 and Vulkan score of 96,844 suggest strong API support, which is relevant given Fortnite's use of modern graphics APIs.

In Fortnite, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 176 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it drops to 21 FPS. This scaling indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher settings, as the CPU's 6 cores can maintain frame pacing at lower resolutions but cannot compensate for the GPU's inability to render complex scenes at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of this combo's performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best results: Low settings produce an average of 176 FPS, Medium averages 124 FPS (with a minimum of 106 and maximum of 143), High averages 96 FPS, and Ultra drops to 64 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance scales down notably. Low settings yield 112 FPS, Medium averages 79 FPS (minimum 67, maximum 91), High drops to 61 FPS, and Ultra falls to 40 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p at Medium settings is 45 FPS, a 36% reduction, indicating the GPU is becoming more stressed.

At 3840x2160, the results are challenging. Low settings produce 59 FPS, Medium averages 42 FPS (minimum 35, maximum 48), High drops to 32 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 21 FPS. These numbers show that 4K gaming is only viable at Low settings, and even then, the frame rate hovers near the edge of playability.

The minimum FPS data available for Medium settings at all resolutions shows the system's frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the minimum of 106 FPS keeps gameplay smooth. At 1440p Medium, the 67 FPS minimum remains acceptable. However, at 4K Medium, the 35 FPS minimum would likely cause noticeable stuttering in fast-paced battle royale scenarios.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal experience for this combo in Fortnite is at 1920x1080 with Medium settings. This preset delivers an average of 124 FPS with a minimum of 106 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay even during intense combat sequences. The 1080p Medium setting balances visual quality with performance, making it the best choice for competitive play.

For users prioritizing frame rate over visuals, 1080p Low settings provide 176 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. This setting sacrifices some graphical fidelity but ensures the smoothest experience, particularly for esports-oriented players.

At 1440p, the Medium preset (79 FPS average) is the highest playable option, though the 67 FPS minimum may cause occasional dips during busy scenes. High settings at 1440p (61 FPS) are borderline, while Ultra (40 FPS) is not recommended for serious gameplay.

At 4K, only Low settings (59 FPS) approach playability, but the 32 FPS average at High and 21 FPS at Ultra make these presets unsuitable for action. Users with 4K displays should either reduce resolution or accept significant compromises in visual quality.

The data suggests that this combo's sweet spot is 1080p Medium, where the system maintains a consistent frame rate above 100 FPS, providing a responsive and visually acceptable experience for Fortnite's fast-paced gameplay.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 serves as the system's processor, and its specifications influence Fortnite's performance, particularly at lower resolutions. The CPU features 6 cores and 12 threads, with base and boost clocks of 3.40 GHz and 3.90 GHz, respectively. It has a 16 MB shared L3 cache and 512 KB L2 cache per core, with a 65W TDP.

Benchmark results show the CPU's PassMark multithread score of 13,160 and single-thread score of 2,239. Its average benchmark score of 21,484 places it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V, scores 21,440, a 0.2% difference, indicating the Ryzen 5 2600 remains competitive in synthetic tests.

In Fortnite, the CPU's role is most apparent at 1080p Low settings, where the combo achieves 176 FPS. At this resolution and setting, the GPU is not the bottleneck, and the CPU's 6 cores can feed the graphics card efficiently. However, at higher settings, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU's performance has less impact on overall FPS.

The CPU's 12 threads are advantageous for Fortnite, which can utilize multiple cores for game logic and physics. The 3.90 GHz boost clock ensures adequate single-thread performance for the game's main thread, though it may limit maximum frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios.

Data indicates that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in this combo for Fortnite, as evidenced by the significant FPS drops at higher resolutions and settings. The system's performance ceiling is determined by the GPU, with the CPU providing sufficient support for the tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the system's performance characteristics and identifies the limiting component. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 176 at 1080p to 112 at 1440p (a 36% reduction) and then to 59 at 4K (a 47% reduction from 1440p). This pattern indicates that the GPU is heavily taxed as resolution increases.

At Medium settings, the scaling is similar: 124 FPS at 1080p, 79 FPS at 1440p (a 36% drop), and 42 FPS at 4K (a 47% drop from 1440p). The consistency of these percentage drops across settings suggests a GPU-bound scenario, where the Intel Arc B570's rendering capabilities are the primary constraint.

High settings show a more dramatic decline: 96 FPS at 1080p, 61 FPS at 1440p (a 36% drop), and 32 FPS at 4K (a 48% drop). Ultra settings follow suit: 64 FPS at 1080p, 40 FPS at 1440p (a 38% drop), and 21 FPS at 4K (a 48% drop from 1440p).

The consistent 36-38% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and 47-48% reduction from 1440p to 4K across all settings strongly indicates that the GPU is the limiting component. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the percentage drops would be less pronounced at lower resolutions, where the GPU has less work to do.

The data shows that this combo scales predictably with resolution, and users seeking higher resolutions must be prepared for significant FPS reductions. The system is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can leverage the CPU's capabilities and achieve high frame rates at medium settings.