Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and Intel Arc B570 pairing lands in the lower-middle tier of tested hardware combinations for Outriders. With a rank of 2329 out of 2913 combos, this system sits in the 20th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning roughly 80% of other CPU-GPU pairings deliver higher average frame rates in this specific title. That ranking reflects a combination that is capable of playable performance at mainstream resolutions but is not built to chase high-refresh-rate 4K gaming. The data indicates this is a balanced pairing where neither component is dramatically holding back the other at most settings, though the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck as resolution climbs.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's position at 2329 of 2913 tested pairings places it firmly in the lower third of the database for Outriders. This is not a competitive ranking, but context matters. The measured results show the system is entirely playable at 1080p and 1440p on medium and high presets, which is where most users of this class of hardware will operate. The ranking is dragged down by the 4K Ultra result of just 23 FPS, which is a poor experience by any standard. When comparing to the nearest rivals for each component, the picture becomes clearer.

The Ryzen 5 7600X sits in a tight cluster of CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 27636 is essentially identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and Intel Core i5-12600K, both at 27578, representing a delta of just 0.2%. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27712, which is 0.3% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 scores 27535, which is 0.4% lower. This means the 7600X is squarely in the middle of a performance pack where no single processor has a meaningful advantage. For Outriders, this CPU provides sufficient headroom that the game's frame rates are primarily dictated by the graphics card at higher resolutions.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B570 is also in a close race with its nearest rivals. The Arc B570's average score of 20556 is within a fraction of a percent of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534, 0.1% higher), the Intel Arc A750 (20582, 0.1% lower), and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X (20662, 0.5% lower). The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M scores 20480, which is 0.4% lower. This clustering suggests the Arc B570 delivers performance on par with these established products. In Outriders, this translates to solid 1080p and 1440p performance, but the GPU's limits become apparent at 4K, where even the High preset only manages 32 FPS.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 7600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, using a 5nm process from TSMC. It runs with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. This is a modern, high-frequency desktop chip that delivers strong single-threaded performance, which is crucial for a looter shooter like Outriders that relies on consistent frame pacing. The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB per-core L2 cache provide ample fast storage for game data, reducing latency in combat-heavy scenes.

In terms of synthetic benchmarks, the 7600X posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15236 and a single-core score of 1965. Its Geekbench scores are 13858 multi-core and 2603 single-core. These numbers place it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs in the database, indicating it outperforms the majority of processors available. For Outriders specifically, the CPU's capability is more than sufficient. The measured frame rates show that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 176 FPS, which is a high enough number to suggest the CPU is not a limiting factor at lower graphical loads. Even at 1080p Ultra, the system still delivers 70 FPS, a figure that would be much lower if the CPU were struggling to feed the GPU.

The processor's 105W TDP and support for DDR5 memory (83.2 GB/s bandwidth) ensure it is not starved for data. The data strongly suggests that in this pairing, the Ryzen 5 7600X is rarely the bottleneck. Its nearest rivals, like the Ryzen 7 5700X and Core i5-12600K, have nearly identical average scores, which reinforces that this CPU class is adequate for the game. The bottleneck shifts to the GPU as resolution increases, a pattern visible in the FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is built on the Xe2-HPG architecture, codenamed Battlemage, and is manufactured on a 5nm process. It operates with a consistent base and boost clock of 2500 MHz. The GPU is equipped with 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth. It has 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units, along with 18 ray tracing cores. This configuration delivers 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 compute performance.

The Arc B570's benchmark scores show a mixed profile. Its Passmark G3D score is 14195, and its Geekbench Vulkan score is 96844. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 2649. These results place it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs, which is lower than the CPU's percentile ranking. This disparity is the first hint that the GPU is the weaker link in this pairing. In Outriders, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as the resolution and settings increase. At 1080p Low, the system hits 176 FPS, but this drops to 96 FPS at 1080p High and 70 FPS at 1080p Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 60% performance loss, which is typical for a GPU that is handling the majority of the rendering work.

The GPU's memory configuration is a key factor. With 10 GB of VRAM and 380 GB/s of bandwidth, it is adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming but begins to show strain at 4K. The 4K Medium result of 42 FPS, with a minimum of 36 FPS, indicates the memory bandwidth and compute resources are being pushed hard. The 4K Low result of 58 FPS is the only playable 4K option, and even that is borderline for smooth gameplay. Compared to its nearest rivals, the Arc B570's performance is consistent with the RTX 3070 Mobile and Arc A750, meaning it is a mid-range part that excels at 1080p and handles 1440p well, but it is not designed for high-end 4K gaming.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X + Intel Arc B570 combo good for Outriders at 1080p?

A: Yes, the data shows strong performance at 1080p. The system averages 176 FPS on Low, 128 FPS on Medium, 96 FPS on High, and 70 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset, with a minimum of 109 FPS, provides a smooth and responsive experience that exceeds the requirements of most high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: How does this combo perform at 1440p resolution?

A: The 1440p results are solid for most presets. The system averages 111 FPS on Low, 81 FPS on Medium, and 61 FPS on High. The Ultra preset drops to 44 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The Medium preset, with a minimum of 69 FPS, is the best balance of visual quality and smoothness at this resolution.

Q: What is the maximum playable resolution for this combo?

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1440p is the sweet spot. At 4K, the system only manages 58 FPS on Low and 42 FPS on Medium, which are below the threshold for a consistently smooth experience. The 4K High and Ultra presets, at 32 FPS and 23 FPS respectively, are not recommended.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this pairing?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU's nearest rival, the Ryzen 7 5700X, has nearly identical performance, and the CPU posts strong scores like a 15236 Cinebench R23 multi-core. The GPU's 65th percentile ranking, combined with a sharp FPS drop from 1080p to 4K, points to the Arc B570 as the limiting component.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to its closest competitor, the Arc A750?

A: The Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, which is essentially tied with the Arc A750's score of 20582, a difference of only 0.1%. In practical terms for Outriders, you should expect nearly identical performance from these two GPUs.

Q: Can this combo handle the Ultra preset in Outriders?

A: At 1080p, the Ultra preset averages 70 FPS, which is playable. However, the High preset at 1080p averages 96 FPS, offering a better balance of quality and speed. At 1440p, Ultra drops to 44 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to 23 FPS, making it unsuitable at higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear trend of diminishing returns as resolution increases. At 1080p, the system is highly capable, with the Low preset hitting 176 FPS and the High preset still managing 96 FPS. Moving to 1440p, the performance drops significantly: Low falls to 111 FPS (a 37% decrease from 1080p), and High falls to 61 FPS (a 36% decrease). This linear drop-off is expected when the GPU is becoming the limiting factor, as the number of pixels increases by roughly 78% from 1080p to 1440p.

The jump from 1440p to 4K is even more punishing. At 4K Low, the system manages 58 FPS, which is a 48% drop from the 1440p Low result. The 4K High preset drops to 32 FPS, a 48% decrease from 1440p High's 61 FPS. This severe scaling indicates that the Arc B570's compute and memory bandwidth are overwhelmed at 4K. The 4K Ultra result of 23 FPS is a 48% drop from 1440p Ultra's 44 FPS, showing a consistent pattern of performance halving with each major resolution step.

The pattern across all settings demonstrates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The CPU's performance is consistent regardless of resolution, as evidenced by the high 1080p Low frame rate of 176 FPS. If the CPU were limiting, we would see a smaller difference between resolutions. Instead, the FPS drops are proportional to the pixel count increase, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The data suggests that for this combo, 1080p and 1440p are the intended operating ranges, with 4K being viable only on the lowest settings.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience with this combo, the Medium preset is the clear recommendation across all resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the system averages 128 FPS with a minimum of 109 FPS, providing a smooth and consistent frame rate that is ideal for a looter shooter where quick reactions matter. The jump from Low to Medium is visually significant, and the performance cost is acceptable. At 1440p Medium, the system averages 81 FPS with a minimum of 69 FPS, which remains highly playable and offers a substantial visual upgrade over Low.

The High preset is a viable alternative for users who prioritize visual fidelity over raw frame rate. At 1080p High, the system averages 96 FPS, which is still excellent. At 1440p High, the average drops to 61 FPS, which is borderline but acceptable for a single-player or co-op experience. The Ultra preset is not recommended for this pairing. At 1080p Ultra, the average of 70 FPS is playable, but the marginal visual improvement over High does not justify the 27% performance loss. At 1440p Ultra, the 44 FPS average dips below the threshold for comfortable gameplay, and at 4K Ultra, the 23 FPS result is unplayable.

For 4K gaming, only the Low preset is acceptable, with an average of 58 FPS. This is a last-resort option for users with 4K displays. The Medium preset at 4K averages 42 FPS, which may be tolerable for slower-paced moments but will struggle in combat. Ultimately, the data suggests that the best experience is found at 1440p Medium, which balances the GPU's capabilities with the CPU's strength, delivering a smooth 81 FPS average that takes full advantage of the hardware's potential.