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Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates across the three tested resolutions reveal a pronounced sensitivity to pixel count, indicating that the Intel Arc B390's rendering throughput is the primary constraint in Minimum. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces an average of 61 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same preset drops the average to 39 FPS, a reduction of 22 frames. Pushing further to 3840x2160 High yields only 21 FPS, which is a 40-frame drop from the 1080p baseline and a 18-frame drop from the 1440p result.

The scaling pattern is not linear; the performance cost per pixel increases sharply at higher resolutions. From 1080p to 1440p, the frame rate declines by roughly 36%. From 1440p to 4K, the decline continues at a similar steep rate, with the average falling by about 46%. This behavior is typical when the GPU's fillrate and memory bandwidth—here described as "System Shared" and "System Dependent"—become overwhelmed, as the number of pixels requiring shading and rasterization quadruples between 1080p and 4K.

Examining the Low preset further clarifies the bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 95 FPS, which is the highest average recorded across all tested settings. At 1440p Low, it drops to 61 FPS, and at 4K Low, it falls to 33 FPS. The fact that even Low settings cannot maintain a playable 60 FPS at 4K strongly suggests that the GPU, not the CPU, is the limiting component at that resolution. The Ryzen 5 7400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is unlikely to be the constraint in this scenario, as the frame rate scales consistently with resolution changes rather than showing plateaus or CPU-bound stutter. The data indicates that users targeting 4K will face significant compromises, while 1080p remains the only resolution where the GPU can deliver frame rates above the 60 FPS threshold across most presets.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and Intel Arc B390 ranks 2602 out of 2939 tested combos in Minimum. This places it in the lower 12th percentile of all configurations, signaling that it is far from a top-tier gaming setup for this title. The ranking is heavily weighted by the GPU's performance, as the Arc B390 sits at the 9th percentile among all GPUs in the database. This low percentile is corroborated by its average benchmark score of 1482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, which is a modest result.

The combo's position in the rankings is primarily a reflection of the GPU's limited 3D rendering capabilities. The Ryzen 5 7400F, by contrast, performs relatively well in synthetic tests; it holds the 83rd percentile among all CPUs and has an average benchmark score of 32750. This discrepancy between the CPU's high percentile and the GPU's low percentile underscores that the pairing is imbalanced for gaming workloads, where the GPU typically dominates performance scaling. The data shows that while the processor has ample headroom for compute tasks, the graphics solution prevents the system from achieving higher frame rates in Minimum.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals provides context for its role in this ranking. The Ryzen 5 7400F's average score of 32750 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-14600T, which scores 32707 (a 0.1% difference), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, which scores 32697 (a 0.2% difference). It also edges out the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, which scores 32812, but trails it by a negligible 0.2%. These marginal deltas indicate that the CPU is performance-neutral in this context; swapping it for a similarly-specified rival would not meaningfully change the combo's ranking in Minimum, as the GPU would still be the limiting factor. The ranking data therefore serves as a clear indicator that the Arc B390 is the dominant variable in determining this system's suitability for the game.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is an integrated graphics processor built on the Xe3-LPG architecture, fabricated on a 3 nm process by Intel. It operates with a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz. The memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning it relies on the host system's DDR5 RAM for storage, with bandwidth described as "System Dependent." This dependency on system memory is a critical factor in its performance, as it shares bandwidth with the CPU rather than having dedicated VRAM. The GPU has 1536 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, and 24 raster operation units, along with 12 ray tracing cores. Its theoretical peak performance is 7.680 TFLOPS for FP32 operations and 15.36 TFLOPS for FP16, giving it a 2:1 ratio.

In Minimum, the GPU's role is decisive. The measured FPS data shows that at every resolution, the Ultra preset results in the lowest average frame rate, and the Low preset results in the highest. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 49 FPS (95 vs. 46), which is a substantial performance swing that indicates the graphics settings heavily influence the GPU's workload. The GPU's memory bandwidth, being system-dependent, likely becomes a bottleneck when textures and effects are increased, as the shared memory interface struggles to keep up with the demands of higher quality assets. This is consistent with the observed frame rates: the Medium preset at 1080p yields 72 FPS, while High drops to 61 FPS, showing a clear degradation as the visual complexity rises.

The GPU's low percentile ranking (9th) relative to its rivals, such as the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (which scores 1463, a 1.3% difference) and the NVIDIA GeForce 800M (scoring 1460, a 1.5% difference), confirms its entry-level positioning. The Arc B390's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 is only slightly above these older discrete parts, highlighting that its integrated nature and shared memory architecture limit its gaming capabilities. For Minimum, this means the GPU is the primary determinant of whether the game is playable; the data shows that it can handle 1080p at lower settings, but struggles at higher resolutions or presets, making it unsuitable for demanding configurations.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Minimum?*

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the average frame rate exceeds 60 FPS across multiple settings. At 1080p Low, the average is 95 FPS, and at 1080p High, it is 61 FPS, making it the most viable option for smooth gameplay.

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

A: The Intel Arc B390 has an average benchmark score of 1482, which is 1.3% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (1463) and 1.5% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce 800M (1460). It is also 2.5% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM (1446) and 2.7% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 (1443).

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck in this game?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F performs strongly in synthetic tests, ranking in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Given that the frame rates drop consistently with resolution increases, the data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor, not the CPU.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 61 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 30 FPS. This is a 31 FPS difference, indicating a significant performance cost for higher visual quality.

Q: Does the GPU have dedicated memory?

A: No, the Intel Arc B390 uses "System Shared" memory, with a bus width and bandwidth also described as "System Shared" and "System Dependent." This means it relies on the system's DDR5 memory rather than having its own dedicated VRAM.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate is 95 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. The lowest average is 16 FPS, recorded at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. The CPU is built on a 5 nm process by TSMC, containing 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s and is compatible with the AMD Socket AM5. It also supports ECC memory and has PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes.

In Minimum, the CPU's role appears supportive rather than dominant. The benchmark results show that the Ryzen 5 7400F is a capable performer, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and a single-core score of 3072. Its Passmark multi-thread score is 25645, and its single-thread score is 3689. These figures place it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, indicating that it has sufficient compute power for modern gaming. However, the measured FPS data in Minimum shows that the system's performance is largely dictated by the GPU, as evidenced by the significant frame rate drops when resolution increases, which is a classic GPU-bound scenario.

The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-14600T and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, have average scores within 0.2% of the Ryzen 5 7400F, meaning that any of these processors would yield similar results when paired with the Arc B390. This suggests that the CPU is not a differentiator in this combo's performance. The processor's 12 threads are likely sufficient to feed the GPU in Minimum, especially at lower resolutions where the CPU might have a more significant impact. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 95 FPS, which is a solid result that indicates the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output without introducing a bottleneck. The data does not show any signs of CPU limitation, such as frame rate plateaus independent of resolution or settings, so the Ryzen 5 7400F is adequate for this title.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset is the best choice for a balanced experience, as it delivers an average of 61 FPS, which is just above the standard 60 FPS threshold. For players who prioritize smoothness over visual fidelity, the Low preset at 1080p provides a substantial margin with 95 FPS, making it ideal for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays. The Medium preset at 1080p offers 72 FPS, which is also a strong option, but the step to High only costs 11 FPS (from 72 to 61) and likely provides a noticeable visual improvement.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only setting that reaches the 60 FPS target, averaging 61 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 47 FPS, which may be acceptable for some users but falls below the smoothness threshold. The High preset at 1440p averages 39 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 30 FPS, both of which are likely to feel sluggish for a third-person shooter. Therefore, for 1440p gaming, the data recommends using the Low preset to maintain a playable frame rate, as the higher presets incur a significant performance penalty without a commensurate gain in stability.

For 3840x2160, none of the tested presets achieve a playable 60 FPS. The Low preset averages 33 FPS, Medium averages 25 FPS, High averages 21 FPS, and Ultra averages 16 FPS. Given these results, 4K is not a viable resolution for this combo in Minimum, even at the lowest settings. The recommendation is to avoid 4K entirely, as the frame rates are too low for a smooth experience. The data suggests that users should stick to 1080p for the best experience, with 1440p being a compromise only if the Low preset is used. The Medium preset at 1080p (72 FPS) offers a good middle ground for those who want some visual quality without sacrificing too much performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers the highest average at 95 FPS, followed by Medium at 72 FPS, High at 61 FPS, and Ultra at 46 FPS. The Medium preset also recorded a minimum of 62 FPS and a maximum of 83 FPS, showing relatively stable performance. At 1080p, all presets except Ultra remain above the 60 FPS mark, making this resolution the most favorable for the Arc B390.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 61 FPS, which is identical to the 1080p High result, indicating that the resolution increase is offset by the lower settings. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 47 FPS, with a minimum of 40 FPS and a maximum of 54 FPS, showing a wider variance. The High preset drops to 39 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 30 FPS. At this resolution, only the Low preset maintains a 60 FPS average, while the others fall below the threshold.

At 3840x2160, the performance is severely limited. The Low preset averages 33 FPS, which is the highest result at this resolution. The Medium preset averages 25 FPS, with a minimum of 21 FPS and a maximum of 29 FPS. The High preset averages 21 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 16 FPS. The data shows a clear pattern: as resolution increases, the average frame rate drops significantly, and the gap between presets narrows. At 4K, the difference between Low and Ultra is only 17 FPS (33 vs. 16), whereas at 1080p, the difference is 49 FPS (95 vs. 46). This compression of performance at higher resolutions further confirms that the GPU is the limiting factor, as it cannot sustain the fillrate requirements of 4K, even with reduced settings. The measured data across all resolutions and settings provides a complete picture of the combo's capabilities, showing that it is best suited for 1080p gaming with moderate settings.