Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents a highly constrained gaming platform, and the measured frame rates in Outriders reflect that dynamic clearly. The data shows a system where the integrated GPU is the overwhelming bottleneck, with the CPU having significant headroom that is never fully utilized. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, scaling behavior, and actionable settings for this specific combination.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is severe, confirming that the Intel Arc B390's execution resources are saturated. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 115 FPS at 1920x1080 to 72 FPS at 2560x1440, a 37% reduction. Pushing further to 3840x2160 drops the average to 38 FPS, which is a 67% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This scaling pattern is characteristic of a GPU that is running out of pixel throughput and memory bandwidth, rather than a CPU limitation.

The trend is consistent across all settings presets. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 63 FPS at 1080p to 40 FPS at 1440p (a 37% loss) and then to 21 FPS at 4K (a 67% loss from 1080p). Ultra settings are the most punishing, starting at 45 FPS at 1080p and collapsing to 29 FPS at 1440p and 15 FPS at 4K. The consistent percentage drops between resolutions indicate a purely GPU-bound scenario; if the CPU were a limiting factor, the scaling from 1440p to 4K would be less severe as the load shifts entirely to the GPU.

The data suggests that 1080p is the only resolution where this combo can deliver a consistently playable experience. At 1440p, only the Low preset manages to stay above 60 FPS. The 4K results are largely academic, as even the Low preset’s 38 FPS average is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. The system's performance is dictated by the Arc B390's fill rate and shared memory architecture, which struggles to keep up with increasing pixel counts. The CPU's role becomes irrelevant at higher resolutions, as it is clearly not the component holding back performance.

FAQ

Q: Can this combination run Outriders at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: No. The data shows that at 3840x2160, the average frame rate ranges from 15 FPS on Ultra settings to 38 FPS on Low settings. The highest average, 38 FPS, is below the standard for smooth, responsive gameplay, and the Ultra preset’s 15 FPS average is effectively unplayable.

Q: What is the best resolution to use with the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and Intel Arc B390?

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the combo consistently achieves acceptable performance. At this resolution, even the High preset renders at an average of 63 FPS, while the Low preset reaches 115 FPS. Higher resolutions like 2560x1440 and 3840x2160 result in significant frame rate penalties.

Q: How does the Low settings preset compare to High at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 115 FPS, which is 52 FPS higher than the High preset’s 63 FPS average. This represents an 83% performance increase, indicating that graphical settings have a massive impact on this specific hardware configuration.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G a bottleneck for the Intel Arc B390 in this game?

A: No. The benchmark results indicate the system is heavily GPU-bound. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score for the Arc B390 is 1482, placing it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. The CPU, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13593 and a 71st percentile ranking, has far more performance headroom than the GPU can utilize.

Q: What is the impact of the Ultra preset on performance?

A: The Ultra preset is extremely demanding for this hardware. At 1920x1080, it produces an average of 45 FPS, which is a 61% drop from the Low preset’s 115 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset only manages 29 FPS, and at 3840x2160, it drops to 15 FPS.

Q: Does the Medium preset offer a good balance of quality and performance?

A: Yes, at 1080p. The Medium preset at 1920x1080 produces an average of 83 FPS with a minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 96 FPS. This is a more stable and smoother experience than the High preset’s 63 FPS average, while providing better visual fidelity than the Low preset.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 13593 points in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1919 points in single-core, placing it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs. This indicates a capable processor for general and multi-threaded workloads, but its role in this specific game is secondary.

The measured frame rates in Outriders show a classic GPU-bound scenario. The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K is steep, and the CPU's high multi-core and single-core scores are not being fully taxed. For instance, at 1080p Low, the system hits 115 FPS, but this is likely the maximum output of the Intel Arc B390, not the CPU. If the processor were the limiting factor, we would expect to see lower frame rates at 1080p, where CPU load is highest, and a plateau in performance as resolution increases.

Instead, the data shows the GPU is the sole constraint. The Arc B390's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 is in the 9th percentile, indicating extremely low performance compared to other graphics solutions. The CPU's 12 threads and 8 MB of shared L3 cache are more than sufficient for Outriders' engine, which is likely optimized for a wide range of hardware. The processor's job is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic, and it appears to be doing so without becoming a bottleneck, as evidenced by the consistent frame rate drops at higher resolutions that are characteristic of GPU limitations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS table for this combo is as follows:

• 3840x2160 (4K): Ultra averages 15 FPS. High averages 21 FPS. Medium averages 28 FPS, with a minimum of 23 FPS and a maximum of 32 FPS. Low averages 38 FPS.
• 2560x1440 (1440p): Ultra averages 29 FPS. High averages 40 FPS. Medium averages 53 FPS, with a minimum of 45 FPS and a maximum of 61 FPS. Low averages 72 FPS.
• 1920x1080 (1080p): Ultra averages 45 FPS. High averages 63 FPS. Medium averages 83 FPS, with a minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 96 FPS. Low averages 115 FPS.

At 1080p, the Low preset delivers the highest average frame rate at 115 FPS, which is suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset is a strong alternative, providing 83 FPS with a minimum of 71 FPS, ensuring minimal stutter. The High preset at 63 FPS is playable but leaves little headroom for demanding scenes. The Ultra preset, at 45 FPS, is on the edge of playability and will feel choppy in fast-paced combat.

At 1440p, the system struggles. Only the Low preset achieves an average above 60 FPS (72 FPS). The Medium preset’s 53 FPS average is borderline, and the High and Ultra presets fall well below the playable threshold. At 4K, all presets are below 40 FPS, rendering the resolution impractical for this hardware.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combos for Outriders, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and Intel Arc B390 ranks 3299 out of 3710 combos. This places it in the bottom 11% of all systems tested, which aligns with the GPU's low benchmark percentile. The Intel Arc B390’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 places it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (which is 1.3% faster) and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 (which is 2.7% faster).

The CPU’s ranking is much higher, in the 71st percentile, but it does not compensate for the GPU's weakness. The combo's rank of 3299 out of 3710 is a direct reflection of the graphics component's performance. The data suggests that this is a system designed for general productivity or light tasks, not for demanding gaming at high resolutions. Compared to other tested combos, this one is firmly in the low-performance tier, and users should expect frame rates consistent with entry-level integrated graphics.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings for this hardware are at 1920x1080 resolution. For the best balance of visual quality and frame rate stability, the Medium preset is recommended. It provides an average of 83 FPS with a minimum of 71 FPS, ensuring that the frame rate rarely dips below 60 FPS, which is crucial for a responsive experience in a looter shooter. The visual upgrade from Low to Medium is typically significant, and the performance cost is acceptable.

If maximum frame rate is the priority, the Low preset at 1080p is the only option, delivering an average of 115 FPS. This is ideal for competitive play or high refresh rate displays. However, the visual fidelity will be noticeably reduced. The High preset is playable at 63 FPS, but it is less stable than Medium and offers diminishing returns in visual quality for the performance hit.

The Ultra preset should be avoided entirely, as it drops the average below 60 FPS at 1080p and becomes unplayable at higher resolutions. At 1440p, only the Low preset is recommended, as it is the only one that maintains an average above 60 FPS. All settings at 4K are not viable for a smooth experience. In summary, stick to 1080p and use Medium for a quality experience or Low for maximum fluidity.