Road 96

Road 96 is a narrative-driven adventure game, and the benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the Intel Arc B570 show a combo that lands in the lower-middle portion of the tested database. With a combo rank of 2324 out of 2903 tested combinations, this pairing is positioned in the 20th percentile of all systems we have data for. This does not mean the experience is broken; rather, it indicates that for a game like Road 96, which is not typically demanding on hardware, this setup provides a playable but not overpowering foundation. The data shows that the system’s performance is more than adequate for the game's core adventure gameplay, but users seeking maximum visual fidelity at the highest resolutions will need to make compromises.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2324 out of 2903 places it firmly in the lower half of all tested combinations. This is a significant data point because it contextualizes the entire performance profile. For a game like Road 96, which relies more on atmosphere and story than on twitch reflexes, a lower rank does not necessarily equate to a poor experience. The percentile placement suggests that while many other systems will outperform this one, the i5-11400F and Arc B570 combination still delivers a competent frame rate at more common resolutions. The data indicates that this is a mid-range pairing in the grand scheme of things. When compared to the absolute top-tier systems, the performance gap is substantial, but for the target audience of this game, the rank is less critical than the actual measured frame rates at playable settings.

The ranking also reflects the balance between the two components. The GPU, Intel Arc B570, holds a percentile rank of 65 among all GPUs, which is notably higher than the CPU’s percentile rank of 71 among all CPUs? Wait, that would mean the CPU is better. Actually, the CPU percentile is 71, meaning it is better than 71% of CPUs, while the GPU percentile is 65, meaning it is better than 65% of GPUs. This suggests a relatively balanced pairing, though the CPU has a slight edge in its respective market position. The combo rank being low is more a reflection of the absolute performance levels of both components rather than a mismatch. The data shows this is not a bottleneck-heavy configuration for this particular game. The overall rank is a holistic measure, and in Road 96, the results are more dependent on the GPU's ability to push pixels at higher settings than on CPU computational power.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is the primary driver of visual output in this configuration, and its specifications directly influence the measured frame rates. It comes equipped with 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is sufficient for Road 96 at 1080p and 1440p, but the data suggests it becomes a limiting factor at 4K. The GPU’s base and boost clocks are both listed at 2500 MHz, which is a modest clock speed for a modern graphics card, but it is consistent across all workloads. The memory clock is 2375 MHz, translating to 19 Gbps effective. These clocks contribute to a pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s, which are the raw throughput numbers that determine how quickly the GPU can fill the screen with rendered frames.

In Road 96, the GPU’s role is critical at higher settings. The benchmark results show a clear scaling pattern: at 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 67, while at Low settings, it jumps to 145 FPS. This 78 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at the same resolution demonstrates that the GPU is the component that scales with graphical fidelity. The 10 GB VRAM is not exhausted at 1080p or 1440p, but at 4K, the demands increase. The 4K Ultra result of 23 FPS and 4K High result of 29 FPS suggest that the GPU is struggling with the combination of high resolution and high settings. The GPU's FP32 performance is 11.52 TFLOPS, which is a measure of its raw compute capability, and this number aligns with its mid-range positioning. The data indicates that for Road 96, the Arc B570 is capable of delivering smooth gameplay at 1080p with most settings, but it requires reducing settings at higher resolutions to maintain acceptable frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p, the average FPS is consistently above the 60 FPS threshold for all settings except Ultra, which averages 67 FPS. Moving to 1440p, the average FPS drops significantly, with High averaging 54 FPS and Low averaging 92 FPS. This represents a substantial scaling factor. When moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings, the frame rate drops from 85 FPS to 54 FPS, a 36% reduction. This indicates that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor as pixel count increases. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is even more dramatic. At 4K High, the average FPS is 29, which is a 46% drop from the 1440p High result. This steep decline points to the GPU’s memory bandwidth and raw compute power being insufficient for 4K at higher settings.

The resolution scaling data also shows that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in this configuration. If the CPU were limiting, we would expect to see similar frame rates across different resolutions at the same settings. Instead, the frame rates drop proportionally with the increase in pixel count. For example, at Low settings, the average FPS goes from 145 at 1080p to 92 at 1440p to 49 at 4K. This is a consistent scaling pattern that is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. The i5-11400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, provides enough processing power to keep up with the GPU at these resolutions. The data suggests that for Road 96, the Arc B570 is the component that dictates performance, and users should focus on adjusting graphical settings rather than CPU-bound options to improve frame rates.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Road 96 with this combo?

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 is the most reliable resolution for a smooth experience. At 1080p, average FPS ranges from 67 on Ultra to 145 on Low, meaning even the highest settings maintain playable frame rates. At 1440p, the average FPS at High settings is 54, which is still playable, but 4K is not recommended for high settings, as the average FPS drops below 30.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 perform in Road 96 compared to its closest rivals?

A: The Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, which is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. It is 0.1% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which scores 20534, and 0.1% slower than the Intel Arc A750, which scores 20582. The data shows these GPUs are essentially performance equivalents in synthetic benchmarks, but the Arc B570’s specific driver optimizations and 10 GB VRAM may affect real-world game performance.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-11400F a bottleneck for the Arc B570 in this game?

A: The data suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck at the tested resolutions. The frame rates scale consistently with resolution, which is a hallmark of GPU-bound performance. The i5-11400F’s benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14340 and a single-core score of 2024, indicate it has sufficient processing power for this adventure game. The nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12450H, scores 17239, which is 0.4% higher, showing the i5-11400F is not far behind in raw CPU performance.

Q: What settings should be used for a 60 FPS target at 1440p?

A: To achieve an average of 60 FPS or higher at 2560x1440, users should select Low settings, which yield an average of 92 FPS. Medium settings average 67 FPS, which also exceeds the 60 FPS target, but High settings drop to 54 FPS. The data shows that Medium is the highest setting that maintains an average above 60 FPS at this resolution.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Road 96?

A: It can run the game at 4K, but only at lower settings. At 4K Low, the average FPS is 49, which is playable, and at Medium, it is 36 FPS. However, High settings average 29 FPS, and Ultra averages 23 FPS, which are below the generally accepted threshold for smooth gameplay. The data indicates that 4K is only viable with reduced graphical presets.

Q: How much faster is this combo at 1080p compared to 4K?

A: The performance difference is substantial. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 85 at 1080p to 29 at 4K, which is a 66% reduction. At Low settings, the drop is from 145 to 49, a 66% reduction as well. This consistent percentage drop reinforces that the GPU is the limiting factor, and the resolution has a major impact on frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at performance across all resolution and setting combinations. The results are consistent with a mid-range GPU that excels at 1080p but struggles at higher resolutions with demanding settings.

At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the combo delivers strong performance. At Low settings, the average FPS is 145, which is exceptionally high and provides a very smooth experience. Medium settings reduce the average to 106 FPS, with a minimum of 90 FPS and a maximum of 122 FPS, indicating a stable frame time. High settings yield an average of 85 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS target for most displays. Ultra settings produce an average of 67 FPS, which is playable but shows the first signs of the GPU being taxed. The data shows that at 1080p, all settings are viable, with even Ultra maintaining an average above 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops noticeably. Low settings average 92 FPS, which is still excellent, but the scaling from 1080p is evident. Medium settings average 67 FPS, with a minimum of 57 and a maximum of 78, which is acceptable for most players. High settings average 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, but for a narrative adventure game, this may still be acceptable. Ultra settings average 43 FPS, which is on the edge of playability for some users. The data shows that at 1440p, users should stick to Medium or lower for a consistently smooth experience.

At 3840x2160, the combo is clearly out of its comfort zone for high settings. Low settings average 49 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. Medium settings average 36 FPS, with a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 41, indicating that the frame rate can dip below 30 in demanding scenes. High settings average 29 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for most. Ultra settings average 23 FPS, which is a slideshow. The data shows that 4K gaming with this combo requires Low settings to maintain an average above 40 FPS, and even then, the experience is not as smooth as at lower resolutions.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F plays a supporting role in this configuration, and its specifications are more than adequate for Road 96. It is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Rocket Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The 12 MB of shared L3 cache is sufficient for the game’s data requirements. The CPU’s benchmark scores show it is a capable performer. In Cinebench R23, it scores 14340 in multi-core and 2024 in single-core, which are solid numbers for a mid-range desktop processor. In Geekbench, it scores 7737 in multi-core and 1777 in single-core. These scores place it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, indicating it outperforms a majority of processors on the market.

The nearest rival data shows that the i5-11400F is closely matched with several other CPUs. It is 0.3% faster than the AMD EPYC 7H12, which scores 17120, and 0.6% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U, which scores 17074. It is 0.4% slower than the Intel Core i5-12450H, which scores 17239, and 0.6% slower than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G, which scores 17278. These close margins indicate that the i5-11400F is in a tight performance band with these rivals, and none of them would provide a significantly different experience in Road 96.

In the context of Road 96, the CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads are more than enough. The game is not heavily threaded, and the data shows that the frame rates are limited by the GPU, not the CPU. The CPU’s single-thread performance, as indicated by a 3DMark single-thread score of 868 and a Passmark single-thread score of 2981, is sufficient for the game’s logic and physics. The 65W TDP means it is also efficient, and the dual-channel DDR4 memory support with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s is standard for this platform. The data indicates that the i5-11400F does not hinder the Arc B570 in Road 96, and any performance limitations are due to the GPU’s capabilities. The CPU’s 71st percentile ranking reinforces that this is a well-balanced pairing for a game that is not CPU-intensive, allowing the GPU to be the primary determinant of visual quality and frame rate.