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Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combination shows a steep, predictable decline as resolution increases, but the shape of that curve tells a clear story about where the bottleneck sits. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo delivers 85 FPS average. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 55 FPS, a 35% reduction. At 4K Low, the average falls to 30 FPS, which is another 45% cut from the 1440p figure. That is not a linear scaling pattern; it is a curve that gets steeper as pixel count grows, which points squarely at the graphics processor as the limiting factor.

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics solution with a 25 W TDP, and its performance class is reflected in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184, which places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. When you push this iGPU from 1080p to 1440p, you are asking it to drive roughly 78% more pixels. The 30 FPS drop from 85 to 55 at Low settings is consistent with a part that is already near its ceiling at 1080p. The 4K step is even more punishing: 4K has 2.25 times the pixels of 1440p, and the Low preset falls from 55 to 30 FPS, a 25 FPS loss. The fact that the 4K Low result (30 FPS) is lower than the 1440p High result (35 FPS) suggests that even the highest settings at 1440p are not saturating the CPU; the GPU is the wall.

Looking at the Medium preset, which is the only settings tier with min/max FPS data, the pattern is consistent. At 1080p Medium, the average is 65 FPS with a minimum of 56 and maximum of 75. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 42 FPS with a range of 36 to 48. At 4K Medium, the average is 23 FPS with a range of 19 to 26. The minimum FPS values scale almost proportionally with the averages, which indicates that the frame pacing is stable for what this iGPU can deliver; the bottleneck is raw throughput, not stutter or CPU-side hitches.

The 1080p to 1440p gap at Medium settings is 23 FPS (65 to 42), while the 1440p to 4K gap is 19 FPS (42 to 23). The percentage losses are 35% and 55% respectively. This accelerating degradation is the hallmark of a GPU-limited scenario. If the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 were the limiting factor, you would expect the FPS to stay relatively flat as resolution increases, because the CPU workload per frame does not change much with resolution. That is not what the data shows. The 7700 is a desktop part with 8 cores and 16 threads, a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, and a 65 W TDP. Its benchmark scores, such as 18760 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 34470 in Passmark multi-thread, place it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. This CPU is not the constraint in any of these rows; the iGPU is.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and the Intel Arc B370 ranks 2703 out of 2939 tested combos for this game. That places it in the bottom 8% of all tested pairings. This is a low ranking, and it is almost entirely attributable to the GPU side of the equation. The Ryzen 7 7700's nearest rivals in CPU benchmark scores include the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (0.1% ahead), the Intel Core 5 221E (0.2% behind), and the AMD Ryzen 9 270 (0.4% behind). These are all close scores, within a fraction of a percent of the 7700's average benchmark score of 40081. The CPU is performing exactly where it should for a modern 8-core desktop processor.

The GPU tells a different story. The Intel Arc B370's nearest rivals in the GPU benchmark database are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (0.2% behind), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (0.5% behind), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (0.7% behind). These are all parts from a much older generation. The Arc B370's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184 is essentially tied with these legacy GPUs, which puts its raw rendering performance in a class that is roughly a decade old. The 5th percentile ranking for all GPUs confirms this is a low-end part, and the combo ranking reflects that reality.

For context on the combo's position, the rank of 2703 out of 2939 means there are 236 combos that score worse. That is not a large buffer. The data suggests that any pairing with a discrete GPU from the last several years would likely outperform this configuration in this game. The CPU's high benchmark scores do not compensate for the GPU's low throughput. In a game like Minimum, which is a third-person shooter from 2014, the rendering load is significant enough that the iGPU's limitations dominate the overall result. The combo ranking is a direct consequence of pairing an upper-midrange desktop CPU with an integrated GPU that scores in the bottom 5% of all graphics processors.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process. Its clock speeds are listed as a base of 300 MHz and a boost of 2400 MHz. The shading units number 1280, with 40 texture mapping units and 20 raster output units. It also includes 10 ray tracing cores. The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance rated at 6.144 TFLOPS. These are the specifications that determine its behavior in this game.

The memory configuration is "System Shared" for size, type, bus width, and bandwidth. This means the iGPU is using the system's DDR5 memory, which the Ryzen 7 7700 supports in dual-channel mode with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The "System Dependent" bandwidth figure means that the actual memory performance available to the GPU will vary based on the system memory configuration. This is a critical detail for interpreting the FPS results. Unlike a discrete GPU with dedicated VRAM, this iGPU competes with the CPU for memory bandwidth. The 7700's dual-channel DDR5 setup provides a solid foundation, but the shared nature of the memory bus means that heavy memory pressure in the game could reduce GPU performance further.

The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184 is the only GPU benchmark provided, and it serves as the anchor for understanding the FPS numbers. This score places the B370 in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, which is a very low position. The nearest rival comparisons show it trading blows with the ATI Radeon HD 5770, a GPU from 2009. The FP32 throughput of 6.144 TFLOPS sounds respectable on paper, but the 25 W TDP and the integrated nature of the part mean that sustained performance will be limited by thermal and power constraints. The boost clock of 2400 MHz is a peak figure; under sustained load in a game, the actual clock speed may be lower.

The ray tracing cores (10 of them) are present, but in a game from 2014 like Minimum, ray tracing is unlikely to be used. The DirectX 12 Ultimate support and Vulkan 1.4 API compatibility mean the GPU can handle modern rendering APIs, but the raw throughput is not there to take advantage of them at higher resolutions. The 20 ROPs are a particularly low count, which directly impacts fill-rate-dependent scenarios like high-resolution rendering. This is why the 4K results are so low; the pixel throughput is simply insufficient.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and four settings tiers (Low, Medium, High, Ultra). The Medium tier is the only one with min and max FPS values recorded, providing a window into frame variance.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows:

• Low: 85 FPS average
• Medium: 65 FPS average (min 56, max 75)
• High: 55 FPS average
• Ultra: 42 FPS average

The 1080p results show a clear progression. Dropping from Low to Ultra costs 43 FPS, which is a 51% reduction. The Medium preset's 65 FPS average is within a playable range for a third-person shooter, but the 56 FPS minimum suggests that demanding scenes will dip below 60 FPS. The High preset at 55 FPS average is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 42 FPS average starts to feel sluggish for an action game.

At 2560x1440:

• Low: 55 FPS average
• Medium: 42 FPS average (min 36, max 48)
• High: 35 FPS average
• Ultra: 27 FPS average

The 1440p results show a significant drop from 1080p. The Low preset loses 30 FPS (85 to 55), which is a 35% reduction. The Medium preset's 42 FPS average with a 36 FPS minimum means that frame pacing will be inconsistent, with noticeable hitches in busy scenes. The High preset at 35 FPS and Ultra at 27 FPS are both below the threshold for smooth gameplay in a shooter. The data indicates that 1440p is only viable on the Low preset, and even then, the 55 FPS average is not a solid 60.

At 3840x2160:

• Low: 30 FPS average
• Medium: 23 FPS average (min 19, max 26)
• High: 19 FPS average
• Ultra: 15 FPS average

The 4K results are uniformly poor. The Low preset at 30 FPS average is the only one that approaches a bare minimum for playability, and it is still below 30 FPS in some scenes if the Medium preset's min/max pattern is any guide. The High preset at 19 FPS and Ultra at 15 FPS are slideshows. The Medium preset's 19 FPS minimum shows that even the average figures understate the worst-case performance. The 4K resolution is effectively not usable with this GPU for this game, regardless of settings.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo capable of running Minimum at 1080p with smooth frame rates?

A: The data shows 1080p Low delivers 85 FPS average, and Medium delivers 65 FPS average with a 56 FPS minimum. High drops to 55 FPS average. For a third-person shooter, the Low and Medium presets are the only ones that maintain an average above 60 FPS, and Medium's minimum of 56 FPS means it will occasionally dip below.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its closest GPU rivals?

A: The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score is 1184. Its nearest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, scores 1186, which is 0.2% higher. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190 (0.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192 (0.7% higher). The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168 (1.4% lower). This places the B370 in the 5th percentile of all GPUs.

Q: What is the best resolution to use with this hardware?

A: The measured data indicates 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the average FPS exceeds 60 on any preset. At 1440p, the highest average is 55 FPS on Low. At 4K, the highest average is 30 FPS on Low. The 1080p Low preset at 85 FPS is the only configuration that provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS.

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 7700 CPU bottleneck the Arc B370 GPU?

A: No. The CPU benchmark scores are strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18760 and a Passmark multi-thread score of 34470. The GPU is the limiting factor, as evidenced by the steep FPS drops when resolution increases. The CPU's performance is in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 5th percentile.

Q: How does the Medium preset's frame pacing look at different resolutions?

A: The Medium preset has min/max data. At 1080p, the average is 65 FPS with a range of 56 to 75. At 1440p, the average is 42 FPS with a range of 36 to 48. At 4K, the average is 23 FPS with a range of 19 to 26. The spread between min and max is consistent at roughly 19-20 FPS across all resolutions.

Q: Is this combo ranked well compared to other tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 2703 out of 2939 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 8%. The ranking reflects the GPU's low performance ceiling. The CPU's nearest rivals are all within 0.6% of its average benchmark score, showing the CPU is not the issue.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this hardware is at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. The 85 FPS average provides a solid frame rate for a third-person shooter, and the gap between Low and Medium (20 FPS) is substantial. If visual fidelity is a priority and you can tolerate occasional dips, the Medium preset at 1080p offers a 65 FPS average with a 56 FPS minimum. This is a viable trade-off, but it will not hold a locked 60 FPS in all scenes.

The High preset at 1080p (55 FPS average) is not recommended for a shooter, as the frame rate will drop below 60 FPS frequently. The Ultra preset at 1080p (42 FPS average) is best avoided, as it compromises the responsiveness needed for aiming and movement. At 1440p, the Low preset (55 FPS average) is the only option that approaches playability, but the risk of drops below 50 FPS makes it a poor choice for competitive play. The Medium preset at 1440p (42 FPS average) is only suitable for slower-paced exploration, not for combat.

The 4K resolution should be avoided entirely. Even the Low preset (30 FPS average) is below the threshold for acceptable gameplay in a shooter, and the Medium preset's 19 FPS minimum shows that the worst-case performance is unplayable. The data strongly suggests that this iGPU's design target is 1080p gaming at low-to-medium settings. The 25 W TDP and System Shared memory configuration mean there is no headroom for higher resolutions.

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the 1080p Medium preset is the highest settings tier that keeps the average FPS above 60. The 56 FPS minimum is a concern, but it is the only preset above Medium that does not fall into the 40s or lower. If you prioritize consistent frame rates over visuals, the 1080p Low preset is the safest choice. The 55 FPS average at 1440p Low is a marginal option if you need the higher resolution for desktop use, but for this game, 1080p is the practical ceiling for the Intel Arc B370.