Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not is a tactical shooter that stresses both the CPU and GPU, and the combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT with the Intel Arc B370 produces results that are heavily dictated by graphics settings and resolution. The data shows a system that is capable at 1080p but struggles to maintain playable frame rates at higher resolutions, with the GPU acting as the primary bottleneck in most scenarios.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Ready Or Not with this hardware?

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where all settings presets achieve an average of 60 FPS or higher. At 2560x1440, only the Low preset averages above 60 FPS (71 FPS), while the 3840x2160 results show all presets failing to reach 60 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has an average benchmark score of 29879, placing it in the 81st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H, scores 29868, which is a 0% delta, meaning they are statistically identical in performance.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B370 a strong GPU for this game?

A: No, the data indicates it is a weak performer. It sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs and its average benchmark score of 1184 is closely matched by older cards like the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which scores 1190, a delta of -0.5%.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset yields an average of 113 FPS, while the Ultra preset yields an average of 63 FPS. This represents a drop of 50 FPS, or roughly 44% performance loss, when switching to the highest quality settings.

Q: Does the CPU become a limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: No, the data suggests the opposite. At 3840x2160, the average FPS across all settings is very low (21-37 FPS), and the scaling between resolutions shows a significant performance drop, indicating the GPU is the primary limiting component rather than the 8-core, 16-thread CPU.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a smooth experience at 1440p?

A: The only preset that provides a smooth experience at 2560x1440 is Low, with an average of 71 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 62 FPS, which is still playable, but the High preset at 56 FPS and Ultra at 40 FPS suggest that visual fidelity must be heavily sacrificed at this resolution.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the clear performance ceiling in this configuration. Its benchmark data shows a very low standing, with a 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs and an average score of 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad. This score is nearly identical to that of the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which has a delta of -0.2%, placing the Arc B370 in the same performance tier as legacy hardware.

The GPU's specifications are modest, featuring 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 render output units. It operates at a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, with a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s. The memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning its bandwidth is "System Dependent" and not a fixed figure. This shared memory setup is a significant factor in its performance, as it must compete with the CPU for system memory bandwidth.

In Ready Or Not, the GPU's limitations become immediately apparent. At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 21 on Ultra to 37 on Low. Even at the lowest settings, the game fails to reach 40 FPS, highlighting that the Arc B370 does not possess the raw fill rate or memory bandwidth necessary for 4K gaming. The situation improves substantially at 2560x1440, where the Low preset achieves 71 FPS, but the more demanding presets still fall below the 60 FPS threshold. The data clearly shows that the Arc B370's performance is the primary factor preventing high-fidelity gameplay at higher resolutions.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT provides a strong foundation for this build, but its capabilities are largely untapped in this specific game and GPU pairing. With 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, the CPU boasts a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Its benchmark results are robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23794 and a single-core score of 3359, placing it in the 81st percentile of all CPUs.

The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H and Ryzen 7 8845HS, show a delta of 0% and -0.3% respectively, confirming that the 5800XT is a well-rounded performer for its generation. Its PassMark multi-thread score of 28053 and data compression score of 352002 indicate that it can handle complex, multi-threaded workloads without breaking a sweat.

However, in Ready Or Not, the CPU's performance headroom is not the limiting factor. When comparing the FPS drop from 1080p to 4K, the system loses a significant amount of performance, which is characteristic of a GPU bottleneck. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 113 FPS, which suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with enough frames. But as resolution increases, the GPU's rendering load increases, and the FPS plummets. This indicates that the Ryzen 7 5800XT is not the constraint; it is the Arc B370 that cannot keep up with the CPU's output. The CPU is a capable partner, but the GPU holds it back from delivering higher frame rates in this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the system's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. The results are consistent with the hardware analysis, showing a steep performance cliff as resolution and graphical demands increase.

At 1920x1080, the system performs best. The Low preset achieves an average of 113 FPS, with the Medium preset delivering 98 FPS (min 83, max 113). High settings yield 89 FPS, while Ultra drops to 63 FPS. All presets at this resolution are above the 60 FPS target, making 1080p the only resolution where the game is consistently smooth.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops significantly. The Low preset averages 71 FPS, which is still playable. Medium settings average 62 FPS (min 53, max 71), which is borderline. High settings drop to 56 FPS, and Ultra falls to 40 FPS. This resolution is only viable with the lowest settings for a consistent experience.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles severely. The Low preset averages only 37 FPS. Medium settings average 32 FPS (min 28, max 37), High settings drop to 29 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 21 FPS. No preset at 4K reaches a playable frame rate, making this resolution unsuitable for Ready Or Not with this hardware.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 113 FPS. When moving to 2560x1440, the FPS drops to 71, a reduction of 42 FPS or about 37%. At 3840x2160, the FPS falls to 37, which is a 67% drop from the 1080p result.

This pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For example, with High settings, the FPS goes from 89 at 1080p to 56 at 1440p, and then to 29 at 4K. The performance loss is not linear; it accelerates with each resolution increase. This is a strong indicator that the GPU is the limiting component. The Intel Arc B370's rendering capabilities are overwhelmed by the increasing pixel count, and the system's frame rate collapses as a result.

If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see similar FPS numbers at 1080p and 1440p, with the frame rate only dropping when the CPU can no longer process the game logic. Instead, the FPS drops proportionally with the resolution increase, which is the signature of a GPU that has reached its fill rate or memory bandwidth limits. The Ryzen 7 5800XT is not the problem here; the Arc B370 simply cannot push enough pixels to maintain a high frame rate at 1440p and 4K.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on how to configure Ready Or Not for the best experience with this hardware.

For 1920x1080, the Medium preset is the recommended choice. It offers an average of 98 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS target, and provides a significant visual improvement over the Low preset. The High preset at 89 FPS is also viable, but Medium offers a better balance of visual quality and performance headroom, as indicated by its min FPS of 83. The Ultra preset at 63 FPS is playable, but it cuts the frame rate nearly in half compared to Medium and offers diminishing returns in visual fidelity for a tactical shooter where clarity and response time are key.

For 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only option for a consistently smooth experience, averaging 71 FPS. The Medium preset at 62 FPS is acceptable, but its minimum FPS of 53 suggests there will be noticeable stutters in intense firefights. Users who prioritize visual quality over absolute smoothness could try Medium, but the data suggests that Low is the safest bet for maintaining a competitive edge.

For 3840x2160, there is no viable preset. All options fall below 40 FPS, which is not suitable for a tactical shooter that requires precise aiming and quick reactions. The data strongly advises against playing at this resolution with the Intel Arc B370. Instead, users should lower the resolution to 1440p or 1080p to achieve playable frame rates. The performance gap between 4K and 1440p is too large to be overcome by settings adjustments alone.