Ready Or Not

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 paired with the Intel Arc B390 produces a set of benchmark results in Ready Or Not that clearly delineate the strengths and limitations of each component. The data shows a system that is heavily skewed toward CPU performance, while the GPU presents a significant bottleneck, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. This analysis breaks down the measured frame rates to explain the role each component plays and what users can expect from this specific configuration.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz. It belongs to the 2000 series, uses the AMD Socket AM4, and is built on a 12 nm process node. For Ready Or Not, a tactical shooter that often involves complex AI and physics simulations, the CPU's multi-threading capabilities are relevant, though the data suggests that its processing power is sufficient to feed the GPU in most scenarios.

Benchmark results indicate that the Ryzen 5 2600 holds a percentile rank of 75 against all CPUs, placing it above the majority of processors in the database. Its average benchmark score is 21,484. Comparing it to its nearest rivals, it is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V (avg score 21,440), 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11900H (avg score 21,367), and 1.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 9454 (avg score 21,223). It trails the Intel Xeon D-1746TER by 0.7% (avg score 21,635). These are marginal differences, indicating that the Ryzen 5 2600's compute performance is competitive with a wide range of other chips.

In the context of Ready Or Not, the CPU's role becomes clearer when examining frame rates. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 125 FPS. At 4K with Low settings, it drops to 41 FPS. The fact that there is a substantial frame rate drop as resolution increases suggests that while the CPU is capable of high frame rates (as seen at 1080p), it is not the sole limiting factor in higher resolution scenarios. The CPU's clock speeds of 3.40 GHz base and 3.90 GHz boost are modest by modern standards, but the data shows they are adequate for maintaining playable frame rates in this game, provided the GPU is not overwhelmed. The system's 16 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 46.9 GB/s bandwidth contribute to its overall responsiveness, but the bottleneck analysis points more heavily toward the GPU.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B390 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, with a chip codenamed Panther Lake. It features a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz. Critically, its memory size, type, and bus width are all "System Shared," meaning it relies on the system's main RAM rather than dedicated VRAM. This is a fundamental limitation for gaming, especially at high resolutions.

The GPU's benchmark data is stark. It has a percentile rank of just 9 against all GPUs, and its average benchmark score is a mere 1,482. Its nearest rivals in terms of score are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (avg score 1,463, deltaPct 1.3%), the NVIDIA GeForce 800M (avg score 1,460, deltaPct 1.5%), the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM (avg score 1,446, deltaPct 2.5%), and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 (avg score 1,443, deltaPct 2.7%). This places the Arc B390 in the same performance tier as very old, low-end discrete GPUs. The data shows that the Arc B390 is substantially ahead of these rivals (by 1.3% to 2.7%), but it is still a very weak performer by modern standards.

In Ready Or Not, this GPU bottleneck is evident. At 1080p with Ultra settings, the system only manages 69 FPS, while at 4K with Ultra settings, it drops to 23 FPS. The boost clock of 2500 MHz is not enough to compensate for the lack of dedicated memory bandwidth. The GPU's shading units (1,536), TMUs (48), and ROPs (24) are relatively low numbers, and its pixel rate of 60.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 120.0 GTexel/s are insufficient for heavy graphical loads. The system shared memory architecture means that the GPU is competing with the CPU for the same memory resources, which can cause stuttering and reduced performance in demanding scenes. The data shows that the Arc B390 is the primary limiting factor in this configuration, especially as resolution and settings increase.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

Analyzing the frame rate scaling across resolutions reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At Low settings, the average FPS goes from 125 at 1080p, to 79 at 1440p, and finally to 41 at 4K. This represents a 37% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 48% drop from 1440p to 4K. The percentage decline is steep, indicating that the GPU cannot keep up with the increasing pixel count.

At High settings, the pattern is similar: 99 FPS at 1080p, 62 FPS at 1440p, and 33 FPS at 4K. This is a 37% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 47% drop from 1440p to 4K. The consistent percentage drops across these resolutions strongly suggest that the Intel Arc B390's rendering capabilities are the limiting factor. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect the frame rate to remain relatively flat as resolution increases, because the CPU would be doing the same amount of work regardless of resolution. Instead, the data shows that the GPU's workload is directly tied to resolution, and it fails to maintain performance.

The data also shows that the difference between Low and High settings at the same resolution is relatively small compared to the difference between resolutions. For instance, at 4K, the difference between Low (41 FPS) and High (33 FPS) is 8 FPS, while the difference between 1080p Low (125 FPS) and 4K Low (41 FPS) is 84 FPS. This further confirms that the GPU is constrained by its fill rate and memory bandwidth, which are tied to resolution, rather than by shader complexity, which would be more affected by settings. The system is, therefore, heavily GPU-limited in Ready Or Not, with the CPU holding up its end of the bargain but the GPU unable to deliver high frame rates at higher resolutions.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Given the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the user's resolution and preference for visual fidelity versus smoothness. The data shows that the Medium preset offers a balanced experience, but the best choice varies by resolution.

At 1080p, the Medium preset delivers an average of 109 FPS, with a minimum of 92 FPS and a maximum of 125 FPS. This is a very playable frame rate for a tactical shooter, and it is only 16 FPS lower than the Low preset's 125 FPS. The High preset at 1080p offers 99 FPS, which is still smooth, but Medium provides a better balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 69 FPS, which is a significant reduction and may feel less fluid for fast-paced gameplay.

At 1440p, the Medium preset yields an average of 69 FPS, with a minimum of 58 FPS and a maximum of 79 FPS. This is a reasonable frame rate for this resolution, though it is below the 60 FPS threshold that many gamers prefer. The Low preset at 1440p offers 79 FPS, which is smoother, but the visual hit may be noticeable. High at 1440p gives 62 FPS, which is borderline, while Ultra at 1440p drops to 44 FPS, which is likely too low for a smooth experience.

At 4K, none of the settings achieve a truly smooth frame rate. The Low preset offers 41 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. Medium at 4K provides 36 FPS, High provides 33 FPS, and Ultra drops to a slideshow-like 23 FPS. For 4K, the data suggests that Low is the only viable option, and even then, the experience will be suboptimal.

Overall, the Medium preset appears to be the best general recommendation for this system, as it provides a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining a playable frame rate at 1080p and a tolerable one at 1440p. For users prioritizing smoothness above all else, the Low preset is the safest choice, especially at 1440p and 4K.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested system combinations for Ready Or Not, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and Intel Arc B390 ranks 2,611 out of 2,947 total combos. This places it in the bottom 12% of all tested systems, indicating that it is a low-performing combination overall.

This low ranking is almost entirely attributable to the GPU's poor performance. While the Ryzen 5 2600 is a mediocre CPU by today's standards (75th percentile), the Arc B390's 9th percentile ranking is the anchor dragging the system down. The combo rank of 2,611 out of 2,947 is consistent with a system that has a very weak graphics component. The data shows that this system is not suitable for high-refresh-rate gaming or for playing at high resolutions with high settings. It is more appropriate for users who are willing to play at 1080p with lower settings or who are not sensitive to frame rates below 60 FPS.

The rank also suggests that there are many other combinations of CPUs and GPUs that will perform significantly better in Ready Or Not. The delta between this combo's rank and the top of the list is vast, underscoring the fact that the Arc B390 is a severe performance bottleneck. For anyone looking to play Ready Or Not with this CPU, pairing it with a more capable discrete GPU would yield a dramatically better result.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate for this system at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The average frame rate is 109 FPS, with a minimum of 92 FPS and a maximum of 125 FPS.

*Q: Can this system run Ready Or Not at 4K resolution smoothly?*

A: No. At 4K, the highest average frame rate is 41 FPS on Low settings. The Medium preset averages 36 FPS, High averages 33 FPS, and Ultra averages 23 FPS, which are all below ideal playable levels.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX?

A: The Intel Arc B390 has an average benchmark score of 1,482, which is 1.3% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX's score of 1,463.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming on this system?

A: The Low preset offers the highest average frame rate at 79 FPS. The Medium preset offers 69 FPS, which is also playable, but Low is recommended for smoother performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck in this system?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck. Frame rates drop significantly as resolution increases, which is a classic sign of a GPU limitation. The CPU's performance is relatively stronger, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600?

A: The launch MSRP of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is $199.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The following table details the exact measured average, minimum, and maximum frame rates for each resolution and settings preset.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS | Minimum FPS | Maximum FPS |

| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |

| 3840x2160 | High | 33 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 41 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 36 | 30 | 41 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 23 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 62 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 79 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 69 | 58 | 79 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 44 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 99 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 125 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 109 | 92 | 125 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 69 | - | - |

The data shows a clear progression: performance degrades as both resolution and settings increase. The system's best performance is at 1080p with Low settings (125 FPS), and its worst is at 4K with Ultra settings (23 FPS). The Medium preset consistently provides a middle ground, but even at 1080p, it cannot reach the frame rates of the Low preset. The lack of minimum and maximum FPS data for most presets indicates that only the Medium preset was tested for frame time consistency, which showed a spread of 30 to 41 FPS at 4K and 92 to 125 FPS at 1080p. This suggests that while the average is stable, there can be notable dips in performance during intense scenes.