Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not is a tactical shooter that stresses both CPU and GPU, and the Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the Intel Arc B570 shows a clear split in behavior depending on resolution. At 1080p, the combo delivers high frame rates, but the curve to 4K is steep, revealing where the system's limits lie. The data indicates a configuration that is well-balanced for high-refresh 1440p play, but one that requires careful settings management for 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is significant, and the pattern across settings tells a clear story about the bottleneck. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 152 FPS at 1920x1080 to 96 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 56 FPS. Pushing further to 3840x2160, the average drops to 50 FPS, which is a 102 FPS loss from the 1080p baseline. This scaling curve is steep, indicating that the Arc B570 is the primary limiting factor as pixel count rises.

The same trend is visible at Low settings, where the frame rate goes from 192 FPS at 1080p to 121 FPS at 1440p and finally 63 FPS at 4K. The 4K Low result is particularly telling: even with graphical load minimized, the system cannot break past 63 FPS, which strongly suggests the GPU's raw throughput is the ceiling. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see less variance between resolutions, as the CPU load would remain similar while the GPU work changes. Instead, the massive drops indicate the GPU is saturated at higher resolutions.

At Medium settings, the measured data includes min and max FPS values, offering a glimpse into frame pacing. At 1080p, the average is 167 FPS with a min of 142 and max of 192, showing a tight frame time distribution. At 1440p, the average drops to 105 FPS with a min of 90 and max of 121, still relatively stable. At 4K, the average falls to 55 FPS with a min of 47 and max of 63. The spread between min and max at 4K is 16 FPS, which is proportionally larger than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is struggling to maintain consistent frame delivery under heavier load.

The Ultra settings results are the most demanding, and the combo's performance collapses at higher resolutions. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 107 FPS, which is playable. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 67 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to just 35 FPS. The difference between 1440p Ultra and 4K Ultra is a 32 FPS drop, a 48% reduction, which is a massive hit. This confirms that the Arc B570's 10 GB of VRAM and 160-bit memory bus are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K Ultra settings exceed what this GPU can handle comfortably.

The limiting component is clearly the GPU in 4K scenarios. The CPU's role becomes more apparent at 1080p, where the frame rates are high enough to potentially expose CPU limits. However, the data shows that even at 1080p Low (192 FPS), the system is still scaling, which suggests the i5-14400F is keeping up well. The practical takeaway is that this combo is designed for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K requiring significant settings compromises to maintain playable frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of tested combinations for Ready Or Not, this pairing sits in the lower half of the pack. The combo ranks 2361 out of 2947 tested combinations, placing it in the 20th percentile of all tested systems. This rank reflects the overall average FPS across all resolutions and settings, and it indicates that while this combo is not a top-tier performer, it is also far from the bottom.

The rank is heavily influenced by the 4K results, which drag down the average. At 1080p, the combo would likely rank much higher, as the performance is competitive with many other systems. But the benchmark database weighs all resolutions equally, and the 4K Ultra result of 35 FPS is a significant negative outlier. This is a common issue for mid-range GPUs, and the Arc B570 is no exception.

It is important to note that this rank is specific to Ready Or Not. The CPU and GPU individually have their own percentile scores, with the i5-14400F at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs and the Arc B570 at the 65th percentile among all GPUs. The CPU is a strong performer relative to the market, while the GPU is more mid-pack. This disparity explains why the combo's rank is lower than the CPU's percentile would suggest; the GPU is holding the system back in this specific game.

The nearest rivals for the GPU in the database are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and the Intel Arc A750. The RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20534 in the average benchmark, which is 0.1% lower than the Arc B570's 20556. The Arc A750 scores 20582, which is 0.1% higher. These are effectively identical scores, meaning the B570 trades blows with these cards in synthetic benchmarks. In Ready Or Not, the actual performance will depend on driver optimization and specific game engines, but the synthetic data suggests this GPU is a known quantity.

For the CPU, the nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and the Intel Core i9-11900. The Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32233, which is 0.1% lower than the i5-14400F's 32279. The Core i9-11900 scores 32226, also 0.1% lower. These are extremely close scores, indicating that the i5-14400F is performing at a level comparable to previous-generation high-end chips. This CPU is not the bottleneck in this combo.

The combo rank of 2361 out of 2947 is a practical indicator that this system is best suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming. Users expecting 4K performance will be disappointed, but those targeting high refresh rates at lower resolutions will find this a capable setup. The data suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor, and any upgrade path would focus on replacing the Arc B570 first.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This is a solid mid-range CPU that offers strong multi-threaded performance for gaming and productivity. The 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache provide ample fast memory for game data.

In Ready Or Not, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with frames and handle game logic, AI, and physics. The benchmark results show that the i5-14400F is up to this task. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 192 FPS, which is a high frame rate that would stress many CPUs. The fact that the system can reach this level indicates that the CPU is not holding back the GPU at this resolution.

The CPU's benchmark scores support this assessment. In Cinebench R23, it scores 21645 in multi-core and 3055 in single-core. These are strong numbers that place it in the upper echelon of desktop processors. The single-core score is particularly relevant for gaming, as many game engines rely heavily on single-threaded performance. The 3055 score is high enough to avoid bottlenecking most GPUs.

Comparing to its nearest rivals, the i5-14400F is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and the Intel Core i9-11900. The delta percentages are 0.1% and 0.2% respectively, which is within the margin of error. This means that in CPU-bound scenarios, the i5-14400F will perform nearly identically to these other chips. The Ryzen 7 6800HS is 0.2% slower, and the Core i7-12800H is 0.5% faster, but again, these are negligible differences.

The CPU's 65W TDP and 10nm process node are notable for power efficiency, but the benchmark database does not include power consumption figures for this game. The fact that the CPU has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz helps in games that are sensitive to clock speed, and the 16 threads ensure that background tasks do not interfere with gameplay.

Given the GPU's mid-range performance, the CPU is overqualified for this pairing. The data shows that the i5-14400F has significant headroom, and it would be able to support a more powerful GPU without becoming a bottleneck. In Ready Or Not, the CPU is not the limiting factor at any resolution, as evidenced by the dramatic FPS drops when increasing resolution, which are GPU-driven.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings levels. Here is the complete breakdown:

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers high frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 192 FPS, Medium produces 167 FPS with a min of 142 and max of 192, High produces 152 FPS, and Ultra produces 107 FPS. This is a strong performance profile, with even Ultra settings remaining above 100 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 85 FPS, which is significant but not unexpected given the graphical load. For competitive play, Low or Medium settings would be ideal for maximizing refresh rate, while High and Ultra offer smoother visuals at the cost of some frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops but remains respectable. Low settings average 121 FPS, Medium averages 105 FPS with a min of 90 and max of 121, High averages 96 FPS, and Ultra averages 67 FPS. The step from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 30-40% of the frame rate, which is typical for a GPU with this level of performance. The 67 FPS at Ultra is still playable, but it is below the 75 FPS threshold that many gamers consider ideal. Medium settings at 1440p offer a good balance, with an average of 105 FPS and a min of 90 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings average 63 FPS, Medium averages 55 FPS with a min of 47 and max of 63, High averages 50 FPS, and Ultra averages 35 FPS. The 63 FPS at Low is the only result above 60 FPS, and it is marginal. For a stable 60 FPS experience, users would need to play at Low settings, and even then, the frame rate may dip below 60 in busy scenes, as the min FPS is not provided for Low settings. The Ultra result of 35 FPS is not recommended for anything other than screenshots.

The Medium settings data is the most informative, as it includes min and max FPS values. At 1080p, the spread is 50 FPS (142 to 192), which is wide but acceptable at high frame rates. At 1440p, the spread narrows to 31 FPS (90 to 121), indicating more consistent frame pacing. At 4K, the spread is 16 FPS (47 to 63), which is proportionally larger relative to the average, suggesting frame time spikes. This pattern indicates that the GPU is working harder at 4K and struggling to maintain consistent frame delivery.

For users with a 60Hz monitor, 1440p High or Ultra would be the sweet spot, as the average FPS (96 and 67 respectively) is above or near the refresh rate. For 144Hz monitors, 1080p High or 1440p Low would be necessary to fully utilize the display. The data clearly shows that this combo is not a 4K gaming solution, but it excels at 1080p and handles 1440p well with settings compromises.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is a mid-range GPU based on the Xe2-HPG architecture, built on a 5nm process by TSMC. It has 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. The GPU has 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units. The base and boost clocks are both 2500 MHz, and the memory runs at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective).

The GPU's role in Ready Or Not is critical, as the game is graphically intensive. The 10 GB of VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p at most settings, but 4K Ultra settings may exceed this capacity, leading to performance drops. The 35 FPS result at 4K Ultra is likely due to both VRAM limitations and raw compute power.

The GPU's synthetic benchmark scores are mid-pack. In 3DMark Steel Nomad, it scores 2649, and in Geekbench Vulkan, it scores 96844. The PassMark G3D score is 14195, which places it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. This is a solid mid-range score, but it is not competitive with high-end cards.

The nearest rivals for the Arc B570 are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and the Intel Arc A750. The RTX 3070 Mobile has an average score of 20534, which is 0.1% lower than the B570's 20556. The Arc A750 scores 20582, which is 0.1% higher. These are essentially tied scores, meaning that in synthetic benchmarks, the B570 is on par with these cards. In real-world gaming, the performance will vary, but the data suggests that the B570 is a reasonable performer in its class.

The GPU's memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s is a key factor in 4K performance. Higher resolutions require more memory bandwidth to feed the GPU, and the 160-bit bus is narrower than what high-end cards use. This is likely why the 4K performance drops so dramatically. At 1080p, the bandwidth is sufficient, but at 4K, it becomes a bottleneck.

The GPU's TDP is 150W, and it requires a 450W PSU, which is reasonable for a mid-range card. The PCIe 4.0 x8 interface is adequate, though it may limit performance on older systems with PCIe 3.0. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4, which are modern APIs that Ready Or Not likely uses.

In Ready Or Not, the GPU is the clear bottleneck at 4K. The CPU is not holding back the system, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p. The GPU's performance is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but users should not expect to play at 4K with high settings. The data suggests that the Arc B570 is best paired with a 1080p or 1440p monitor, and that users should prioritize settings that keep the frame rate above 60 FPS.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 is the sweet spot. At Medium settings, the average FPS is 105, which is smooth, and even High settings average 96 FPS. At 1920x1080, the performance is higher, but the visual upgrade to 1440p is worth the frame rate cost. 4K is not recommended, as even Low settings only average 63 FPS.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Ready Or Not?

A: Technically yes, but with significant compromises. At 4K Low, the average FPS is 63, which is just at the edge of playable. At 4K Medium, the average drops to 55 FPS, and at Ultra, it falls to 35 FPS. For a stable 60 FPS experience, 4K Low is the only viable option, and even then, frame drops may occur.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this game?

A: The GPU is the bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The frame rate drops dramatically from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the GPU is being saturated. The CPU, which ranks in the 83rd percentile, is capable of supporting high frame rates, as shown by the 192 FPS result at 1080p Low.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to other GPUs in its class?

A: The Arc B570 is effectively tied with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and the Intel Arc A750 in synthetic benchmarks. The deltaPct values are 0.1% and -0.1% respectively, meaning the performance difference is negligible. In Ready Or Not, the actual performance will depend on driver optimization.

Q: What settings should I use for competitive play?

A: For competitive play, 1080p Low settings give an average of 192 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh monitors. If you prefer 1440p, Low settings average 121 FPS, which is still very good. Medium settings at 1080p also provide a high frame rate of 167 FPS with a minimum of 142 FPS.

Q: Is the 10 GB of VRAM on the Arc B570 enough for Ready Or Not?

A: Yes, for 1080p and 1440p. The 10 GB is sufficient for High and Ultra settings at these resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the VRAM may be a limiting factor, contributing to the low 35 FPS average. For 4K, reducing settings to Low or Medium is necessary to stay within VRAM limits.