Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not is a demanding tactical shooter, and this particular pairing of an Intel Core i5-10400F with an Intel Arc B370 produces a very specific performance profile. The data shows a system that is entirely GPU-bound at higher resolutions, yet surprisingly capable at 1080p, making it a niche but functional option for players who prioritize lower resolutions over visual fidelity. The Arc B370, with its 1280 shading units and 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, is the clear limiting factor as resolution scales, while the six-core, twelve-thread Comet Lake CPU has ample headroom to feed it.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and clearly indicates the Intel Arc B370 is the primary bottleneck. At High settings, the system delivers 89 FPS at 1920x1080, which drops to 56 FPS at 2560x1440, and then plummets to 29 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 37% reduction in frame rate when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 48% reduction when moving from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is not linear; it reflects the GPU's inability to handle the exponential increase in pixel count, as the fill rate of 48.00 GPixel/s is simply overwhelmed at 4K.

The pattern holds across all settings presets. At Low settings, the system goes from 113 FPS at 1080p to 71 FPS at 1440p and 37 FPS at 4K. Even at Low, the 4K result is below playable thresholds, confirming that the Arc B370 is not designed for 4K gaming. The gap between Low and Ultra at each resolution also widens with resolution, further isolating the GPU as the constraint. At 1080p, the difference between Low (113 FPS) and Ultra (63 FPS) is 50 FPS, but at 4K, the difference is only 16 FPS (37 FPS vs 21 FPS). This compression of the settings range at high resolutions is a classic sign of a GPU that is maxing out its compute resources before quality settings can make a significant impact.

The data suggests that the Core i5-10400F is not the limiting factor in this scenario. The CPU’s multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10283 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 6257, provides more than enough processing power to keep up with the Arc B370’s frame generation. The CPU's boost clock of 4.30 GHz ensures that even single-threaded tasks are handled quickly. The bottleneck is unequivocally the GPU, which ranks in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, whereas the CPU ranks in the 68th percentile. This indicates a massive imbalance, where the CPU is working well below its full potential in this game at these settings.

FAQ

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

A: According to the data, 1920x1080 is the only resolution that provides consistently smooth frame rates above 60 FPS. At 1080p, even the Ultra preset achieves 63 FPS, while all other settings are well above the 60 FPS mark. 2560x1440 is borderline, with High and Medium settings falling in the 56-62 FPS range, which may be acceptable for some, but 4K is not playable, with all presets failing to reach 40 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest rivals in terms of raw GPU score?

A: The Arc B370’s average benchmark score is 1184. This is nearly identical to the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which scores 1186, a difference of just 0.2%. It is also only 0.5% slower than the ATI Radeon HD 5770, which scores 1190. This places the Arc B370 in a performance tier that is roughly equivalent to these older legacy cards, highlighting its low absolute performance level for gaming.

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

A: The GPU is the definitive bottleneck. The GPU's 5th percentile ranking versus the CPU's 68th percentile ranking shows a massive disparity in general performance. This is confirmed by the resolution scaling; as the resolution increases, the frame rate drops steeply, a classic sign of GPU limitation, while the CPU's workload remains relatively constant.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum frame rates observed at 1080p Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the system produces a minimum frame rate of 83 FPS and a maximum of 113 FPS, with an average of 98 FPS. This is one of the most stable performance points in the data, showing a relatively narrow frame time variance.

Q: Given the performance data, is this combo better suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming?

A: The data strongly favors 1080p. At 1440p, only the Low preset (71 FPS) and High preset (56 FPS) are near the threshold of playability, but they do not offer a consistent 60+ FPS experience. At 1080p, all presets except Ultra are above 89 FPS, and even Ultra is a playable 63 FPS. Therefore, 1080p is the intended resolution for this pairing.

Q: Does the Core i5-10400F’s core and thread count hold back the Arc B370?

A: No. The Core i5-10400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, and its benchmark scores (e.g., 10283 in Cinebench R23 multi-core) are not the limiting factor. The performance data shows that the GPU is the constraint, as the frame rates scale directly with GPU load. The CPU is capable of feeding the GPU more frames than the GPU can render, particularly at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of all tested hardware combinations for Ready Or Not, this specific pairing ranks 2710th out of 2947 combos. This places it in the bottom 8% of all systems, a ranking that is consistent with the GPU's low 5th percentile performance. The fact that the CPU is in the 68th percentile does not boost the overall ranking, as the GPU's performance ceiling is the determining factor for this game.

The ranking suggests that while the CPU is a competent mid-range part, the GPU is a severe limiting factor that drags the entire system down. This is not a balanced build for a demanding title like Ready Or Not. The 2710th rank is a direct consequence of the GPU's inability to maintain high frame rates at common gaming resolutions. It is a pairing that would not be recommended for a smooth, high-fidelity experience in this game, and its low rank reflects that reality.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the system's capabilities across three resolutions and four quality presets. The data is measured, not estimated, and shows a clear hierarchy of performance.

At 1920x1080, the system is most capable. The Low preset achieves an average of 113 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo. The Medium preset averages 98 FPS, with a minimum of 83 FPS and a maximum of 113 FPS, showing good consistency. High settings average 89 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset manages an average of 63 FPS. This resolution is the sweet spot, offering playable frame rates across the board.

Moving to 2560x1440 shows a significant step down. The Low preset averages 71 FPS, which is the only preset that maintains a solid 60+ FPS. High settings drop to 56 FPS, and Medium averages 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 71 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 40 FPS, which is not ideal for a tactical shooter where smooth aiming is critical. The system is playable at Low, but higher settings require compromises.

At 3840x2160, the system is not viable for serious play. The Low preset averages 37 FPS, Medium averages 32 FPS (with a min of 28 FPS), and High drops to 29 FPS. The Ultra preset is the worst performer, with an average of 21 FPS. All 4K results are below 40 FPS, making the game feel sluggish and unresponsive. This resolution is clearly beyond the capabilities of the Intel Arc B370.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-10400F plays a supporting role in this configuration, and the data suggests it is more than adequate for the task. With 6 cores and 12 threads, it provides a solid foundation for modern games. Its base clock of 2.90 GHz and boost clock of 4.30 GHz allow it to handle both multi-threaded workloads and single-threaded tasks effectively. The 12 MB of shared L3 cache is also a healthy amount for a 10th Gen part.

The CPU's benchmark scores are respectable for its class. It achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10283 and a single-core score of 1451. In 3DMark, it scores 4748 in the 16-thread test and 688 in the single-thread test. These numbers indicate a processor that is well-balanced and capable of sustaining high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. However, in Ready Or Not, the system is not CPU-bound.

The evidence for this is the resolution scaling. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see similar frame rates at 1080p and 4K, as the CPU's workload does not change much with resolution. Instead, we see a massive frame rate drop as resolution increases, which is the definitive signature of a GPU bottleneck. The CPU is effectively idle, waiting for the Arc B370 to finish rendering frames. This means that for this specific game, the i5-10400F's performance is a non-issue; the GPU is the sole limiting factor.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal way to play Ready Or Not with this hardware is to prioritize 1080p resolution first and foremost. At 1920x1080, the High preset offers an excellent balance, delivering an average of 89 FPS. This provides a smooth, responsive experience that is well-suited for a tactical shooter. The Medium preset is also a strong choice, with an average of 98 FPS and a tight minimum of 83 FPS, which could be preferable for players who want extra headroom for frame time consistency.

For players who want the best visual quality possible on this system, the Ultra preset at 1080p is the maximum playable setting, with an average of 63 FPS. While this is above the 60 FPS threshold, it is the lowest average in the 1080p category and may result in occasional dips below 60 FPS in intense firefights. The Low preset at 1080p, with an average of 113 FPS, is ideal for competitive play where maximum frame rate is crucial, but it sacrifices significant visual detail.

Moving to 2560x1440 is not recommended if a smooth experience is the priority. The Low preset at 71 FPS is the only setting that provides a comfortable frame rate, but it negates the visual benefits of the higher resolution. The Medium and High presets hover in the 56-62 FPS range, which can feel less fluid. The data suggests that 1080p High is the best overall experience, as it provides a high frame rate with good visual fidelity. There is no scenario in the data where 4K is a viable option, as all presets fail to produce playable frame rates.