Grand Theft Auto V

Grand Theft Auto V is an aging title, but it remains a demanding benchmark for modern hardware. The data for the Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 shows a configuration that is heavily constrained by its graphics solution. At best, this combo manages a playable 72 FPS average at 1080p with Low settings, but it quickly falls below the 60 FPS threshold as resolution and quality increase, making it a pairing suited strictly for 1080p gaming at lower presets.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a stark and predictable pattern as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 72 FPS. Moving up to 2560x1440 at the same Low preset, the average drops to 49 FPS, a significant 32% decrease. Pushing further to 3840x2160 at Low settings yields an average of just 28 FPS, which is a 61% drop from the 1080p figure. This steep decline indicates that the Intel Arc B370 is the primary limiting factor; its performance scales inversely with pixel count, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario.

The scaling pattern across all settings underscores this GPU limitation. At Medium quality, the frame rate falls from 63 FPS at 1080p to 43 FPS at 1440p, a 32% reduction, and then to 24 FPS at 4K, a 62% reduction from the 1080p baseline. The High preset follows a similar trajectory: 49 FPS at 1080p, 33 FPS at 1440p, and 19 FPS at 4K. The data suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck at higher resolutions; the performance is almost entirely dictated by the GPU's ability to render frames, which diminishes rapidly as the workload increases.

The gap between 1080p and 1440p is substantial, but the gap to 4K is catastrophic for playability. The jump from 1440p to 4K at Low settings results in a 43% performance loss (from 49 to 28 FPS). This confirms that 4K is not a viable resolution for this combo under any settings, as even the lowest preset fails to hit 30 FPS. The measurements indicate that this system is designed for 1080p output, and users should avoid 1440p and 4K resolutions if they require smooth gameplay, as the GPU simply does not have the pixel throughput for those workloads.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Alder Lake architecture. Its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12380 and a single-core score of 1680, indicate a capable mid-range CPU. However, in this specific game and combo, the CPU's role is largely secondary. The benchmark results show that even with a relatively strong processor, the frame rates are capped by the GPU's limitations. For instance, at 1080p Low settings, the 72 FPS average is likely near the maximum this CPU can feed, but the GPU is still the determining factor for higher settings.

The data does not show a scenario where the CPU becomes the bottleneck, as frame rates scale down consistently with resolution. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see similar FPS numbers across different resolutions at the same settings. Instead, the FPS drops significantly from 1080p to 1440p and again to 4K, proving that the Intel Arc B370 is the limiting component. The CPU has enough headroom to drive the GPU at 1080p, but the GPU cannot maintain high frame rates at that resolution.

The processor's specifications, including a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, are more than sufficient for a game like Grand Theft Auto V. The 18 MB of shared L3 cache also helps with game logic and asset streaming. The data suggests that the i5-12400F is not holding back the system; in fact, it could likely support a more powerful GPU. The benchmark results for this combo are a direct reflection of the GPU's performance class, which is near the bottom of the database, rather than a reflection of the CPU's capabilities.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo is at 1080p with Low settings, where the average FPS is 72. This is the only configuration that provides a comfortably playable frame rate above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 1080p is also playable, with an average of 63 FPS and a minimum of 54 FPS, but it is closer to the edge of acceptability for smooth gameplay. Users who prioritize frame rate stability should stick to Low.

At 1080p High, the average drops to 49 FPS, which is below the ideal 60 FPS target. While it may be playable for some, the frame rate is not smooth enough for a game that benefits from high responsiveness. The Ultra preset at 1080p is not recommended, as it averages only 36 FPS, which is a poor experience. The data shows a clear trade-off between visual fidelity and performance, and with this GPU, the visual fidelity must be kept low to achieve good frame rates.

For 1440p, the data strongly recommends against using Medium or High settings, as both produce average FPS below 50 (43 and 33, respectively). At 1440p, only the Low preset, with an average of 49 FPS, is marginally playable, but it is not ideal. The 4K resolution is entirely unplayable, with even Low settings averaging just 28 FPS. The most practical advice from the data is to game at 1080p and adjust the preset based on whether you prefer higher visual quality (Medium) or higher frame rates (Low). The medium preset offers a balanced 63 FPS average with a minimum of 54 FPS, making it the best overall choice for a quality/performance balance at 1080p.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand database of tested combinations, this pairing of an Intel Core i5-12400F and an Intel Arc B370 ranks at 2714 out of 2954 combos for Grand Theft Auto V. This places it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, indicating a very low level of performance for this specific game. This ranking is a direct consequence of the GPU's weak performance, as the Arc B370 has a percentile rank of 5 among all GPUs, meaning it performs better than only 5% of the graphics cards in the database.

The GPU's benchmark score is a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184, which is comparable to the scores of much older graphics cards. Its nearest rivals include the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which has an average score of 1190, and the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, with a score of 1186. This places the Arc B370 in the same performance tier as graphics cards that are over a decade old, which explains its low ranking. The CPU, on the other hand, is in the 73rd percentile, showing that it is a much more capable component that is being severely held back by the GPU.

The combo's rank is not a reflection of the CPU's ability, but rather a statement about the graphics solution's limitations. The data shows that the i5-12400F has a significantly higher average benchmark score of 19039, which is in line with rivals like the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS. This pairing is unbalanced, with a strong CPU and a very weak GPU, resulting in a system that ranks poorly in a GPU-intensive game like Grand Theft Auto V. Users looking for a better rank would need to pair this CPU with a much stronger graphics card.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Grand Theft Auto V at 1080p with High settings?

A: The data shows an average of 49 FPS at 1080p with High settings. This is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay, but it is technically playable.

Q: What is the best settings preset for this combo at 1080p?

A: The Medium preset at 1080p provides a balanced experience with an average of 63 FPS and a minimum of 54 FPS. The Low preset offers higher frame rates at 72 FPS but lower visual quality.

Q: Is this system capable of 4K gaming in Grand Theft Auto V?

A: No. The data shows that at 3840x2160, even the Low preset only averages 28 FPS, which is not a playable frame rate.

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

A: The Arc B370 has a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184, which is very close to the ATI Radeon HD 5770's score of 1190, showing they are in the same performance class.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12400F the bottleneck in this system?

A: No. The benchmark data shows that FPS drops significantly with resolution, indicating that the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU ranks in the 73rd percentile, while the GPU ranks in the 5th percentile.

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking for this game?

A: The combo ranks 2714 out of 2954 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 8% of all systems tested for Grand Theft Auto V.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following tables present the exact measured average FPS values for each resolution and settings preset combination.

1920x1080

| Settings | Average FPS | Minimum FPS |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Low | 72 | N/A |

| Medium | 63 | 54 |

| High | 49 | N/A |

| Ultra | 36 | N/A |

2560x1440

| Settings | Average FPS | Minimum FPS |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Low | 49 | N/A |

| Medium | 43 | 36 |

| High | 33 | N/A |

| Ultra | 24 | N/A |

3840x2160

| Settings | Average FPS | Minimum FPS |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Low | 28 | N/A |

| Medium | 24 | 21 |

| High | 19 | N/A |

| Ultra | 14 | N/A |

The data clearly shows a progressive decline in performance as resolution and settings increase. The only configuration that consistently provides a smooth experience is 1080p with Low or Medium settings. The minimum FPS values recorded for the Medium presets at each resolution highlight the frame pacing issues at higher loads, with a 54 FPS minimum at 1080p, a 36 FPS minimum at 1440p, and a 21 FPS minimum at 4K. These figures reinforce the conclusion that this combo is strictly for 1080p gaming at lower detail levels.