Outriders

# Outriders with AMD Ryzen 7 7700 + Intel Arc B570

This combination of an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2329 out of 2913 tested combos for Outriders, placing it in the lower-mid portion of the database. The ranking suggests this pairing delivers playable but not exceptional performance, with the data showing a clear pattern: the system handles 1080p and 1440p reasonably well at medium settings, but struggles to maintain smooth framerates at 4K. The measured results reveal a system where the GPU becomes the primary constraint as resolution climbs, while the CPU's strong multi-threaded scores indicate it has ample headroom in this title.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 2329 out of 2913 places this pairing in roughly the 20th percentile of all tested configurations for Outriders. This is a modest result, indicating that while the system is fully capable of running the game, it does not stand out among the broader field of tested hardware combinations. The ranking reflects the measured FPS across all resolutions and settings, and the data shows that the Intel Arc B570's performance ceiling is the limiting factor. At 1080p, the combo achieves 176 FPS on Low settings, which is a strong result, but the drop to 70 FPS on Ultra reveals a significant performance cost for higher visual fidelity. The 1440p results follow a similar pattern, with 111 FPS on Low and 44 FPS on Ultra. The 4K results are where the combination falls behind, with only 58 FPS on Low and 23 FPS on Ultra, making 4K gaming largely impractical for this pairing.

The CPU's individual benchmark scores suggest it is not the bottleneck. The Ryzen 7 7700 achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,760 and a single-core score of 1,930, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 with an average score of 40,048 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core 5 221E at 40,144 (0.2% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 9 270 at 40,246 (0.4% higher), while the Intel Core i9-13905H trails by 0.6% with 40,313. These negligible differences indicate the CPU is competitive with its peers, and the combo's low rank is more attributable to the GPU's position in the 65th percentile of all GPUs, where its average benchmark score of 20,556 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20,534, 0.1% higher) and Intel Arc A750 (20,582, 0.1% lower).

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 brings 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, delivering 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's base and boost clocks are both set at 2500 MHz, with memory running at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). These specifications position the card as a mid-range option, and the measured FPS in Outriders reflects that positioning. The GPU's 2,304 shading units and 80 ROPs contribute to a pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance rated at 11.52 TFLOPS. The 18 ray tracing cores are present, but Outriders does not heavily emphasize ray tracing, so their impact on the measured results is likely minimal.

The VRAM capacity of 10 GB is sufficient for Outriders at 1080p and 1440p, where the game's texture demands are modest. At 4K, however, the combination of higher resolution and Ultra settings pushes the GPU to its limits, resulting in an average of 23 FPS. The memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s appears adequate for the game's needs, as the performance drop from 1080p to 4K follows a predictable pattern rather than showing signs of a sudden bandwidth bottleneck. The GPU's benchmark scores, including a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,649 and a Passmark G3D score of 14,195, indicate it performs slightly above the Intel Arc A750, its closest rival, but the difference is under 0.1% in aggregate benchmarks. In Outriders specifically, the GPU's performance at 1440p Medium (81 FPS) and 1080p High (96 FPS) suggests it is well-suited for 60+ FPS gaming at mainstream resolutions, but the 4K results confirm it is not a 4K-capable card for this title.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers 176 FPS, Medium drops to 128 FPS, High to 96 FPS, and Ultra to 70 FPS. The Medium preset at 128 FPS offers a strong balance, providing a significant visual improvement over Low while maintaining framerates well above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset at 96 FPS is also viable, but the jump to Ultra costs 58% of the Medium performance, making it less attractive for competitive play. At 1440p, the Medium preset at 81 FPS is the recommended choice, as it maintains smooth gameplay while Low (111 FPS) and High (61 FPS) both have trade-offs — Low sacrifices visual quality, and High barely clears 60 FPS. At 4K, no preset achieves 60 FPS, with the best result being Low at 58 FPS. This makes 4K gaming marginal at best, and users seeking a consistent experience should consider 1440p Medium as the sweet spot for this combination.

The Ultra preset consistently shows the largest performance penalty across all resolutions, with 70 FPS at 1080p, 44 FPS at 1440p, and 23 FPS at 4K. The data suggests that the visual gains from Ultra do not justify the performance cost, especially when Medium at 1080p (128 FPS) or 1440p (81 FPS) provides a much smoother experience. For users prioritizing framerate, the Low preset at 1440p (111 FPS) is a viable alternative that still offers a sharp image on most displays.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Outriders at 60 FPS on 1080p with High settings?

A: Yes, the measured data shows 96 FPS average at 1920x1080 with High settings, providing a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS target.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combination?

A: The data indicates 2560x1440 with Medium settings (81 FPS) offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, while 1920x1080 with Medium (128 FPS) is ideal for higher refresh rates.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B570 capable of 4K gaming in Outriders?

A: No, the highest 4K result is 58 FPS on Low settings, with Medium at 42 FPS and Ultra at 23 FPS. None of these provide a consistently smooth experience, so 4K is not recommended.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 7700 compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700 has an average benchmark score of 40,081, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (40,048, 0.1% higher), Intel Core 5 221E (40,144, 0.2% higher), and AMD Ryzen 9 270 (40,246, 0.4% higher), while the Intel Core i9-13905H trails by 0.6%.

Q: Does the GPU bottleneck appear in the measured FPS?

A: Yes, the steep performance drop from 1080p to 4K — from 176 FPS to 58 FPS on Low settings — indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU's benchmark scores suggest it has sufficient headroom.

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

A: Low delivers 111 FPS, while Ultra drops to 44 FPS, representing a 60% reduction in framerate for the highest visual preset.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which is indicative of a GPU-bound scenario. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 176 at 1080p to 111 at 1440p, a 37% reduction, and then to 58 at 4K, a further 48% reduction. This scaling is steeper than what would be expected if the CPU were the limiting factor, as the Ryzen 7 7700's strong multi-threaded performance (18,760 in Cinebench R23) would typically maintain higher framerates at lower resolutions. The Medium settings follow a similar trajectory: 128 FPS at 1080p, 81 FPS at 1440p, and 42 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic drop, going from 70 FPS at 1080p to 44 FPS at 1440p and 23 FPS at 4K.

The ratio of 1080p to 4K performance at Low settings is approximately 3:1, which aligns closely with the pixel count difference (1920x1080 has about 2.1 million pixels, while 3840x2160 has about 8.3 million). This linear scaling suggests the GPU's fill rate and shading capabilities are the primary constraints, with no evidence of a CPU bottleneck even at 1080p. The 1440p results sit roughly midway between the two extremes, confirming that the Arc B570's 10 GB VRAM and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient to avoid memory-related stutters, but the raw compute power is insufficient for high-resolution gaming. The data implies that users targeting 4K would need to significantly reduce settings or consider a more powerful GPU, while those at 1080p or 1440p can enjoy smooth performance with appropriate settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. Its 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB per-core L2 cache provide ample capacity for game data, and its 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth on DDR5 supports fast data transfer. The CPU's benchmark results are strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,760 and a single-core score of 1,930, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. The multi-threaded performance is particularly notable, with a Passmark multi-thread score of 34,470 and a 3DMark 16-thread score of 8,484, indicating the CPU can handle heavily threaded workloads with ease.

In Outriders, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU, as the measured FPS scales consistently with resolution changes rather than showing signs of CPU limitation. The 1080p Low result of 176 FPS is well within the CPU's capabilities, and even the 1080p Ultra result of 70 FPS does not suggest a bottleneck. The CPU's single-thread performance, reflected in a Geekbench single-core score of 2,525 and Passmark single-thread score of 4,063, is sufficient for the game's logic and physics calculations. The nearest rival comparison shows the Ryzen 7 7700 is essentially tied with several other processors, with deltas of 0.1% to 0.6% against the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365, Intel Core 5 221E, AMD Ryzen 9 270, and Intel Core i9-13905H. This indicates the CPU provides consistent performance that does not meaningfully differentiate the combo's ranking. The 65W TDP and 5 nm process node contribute to efficient operation, but these factors do not directly impact the game's FPS. Overall, the data suggests the Ryzen 7 7700 is more than adequate for Outriders, and any performance limitations in this combo stem from the GPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 176 FPS, which is the highest result in the entire dataset. The Medium preset achieves 128 FPS with a minimum of 109 FPS and maximum of 148 FPS, indicating consistent performance without significant frame drops. High settings produce 96 FPS, while Ultra drops to 70 FPS. The 1080p results demonstrate that this combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors, particularly at Medium settings where the 128 FPS average comfortably exceeds 120 Hz displays.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings deliver 111 FPS, Medium achieves 81 FPS (minimum 69, maximum 93), High produces 61 FPS, and Ultra drops to 44 FPS. The 1440p Medium result is particularly noteworthy, as it provides a smooth experience at 81 FPS while maintaining reasonable visual quality. The minimum FPS of 69 at Medium suggests the system avoids major stutters, although the 24 FPS range between minimum and maximum indicates some variability during intense scenes. At 3840x2160, the results are significantly lower: Low delivers 58 FPS, Medium 42 FPS (minimum 36, maximum 49), High 32 FPS, and Ultra 23 FPS. The 4K Medium result shows a 13 FPS range, which is proportionally larger than at lower resolutions, indicating less stability at this demanding resolution.

The data reveals that the Medium preset offers the most balanced experience across all resolutions, with the smallest relative performance penalty compared to Low. The Ultra preset's performance cost is steep, particularly at 4K where it delivers less than half the FPS of Low. For users seeking the highest visual quality at 1080p, the 70 FPS Ultra result is playable, but the 44 FPS at 1440p and 23 FPS at 4K make Ultra impractical at higher resolutions. The measured results confirm that this combo's sweet spot is 1080p or 1440p with Medium or High settings, where it delivers framerates suitable for most gaming scenarios.