Road 96

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the Intel Arc B570 produces a mid-tier gaming experience in Road 96, achieving a combo rank of 2987 out of 3713 tested configurations. This places the pairing in the lower half of the database's tested combos, indicating that while the system is fully capable of running the game, it does not deliver top-tier performance. The data shows a system that is more comfortable at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K proving to be a significant challenge for the Arc B570.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2987 out of 3713 puts it in the 20th percentile of tested systems, meaning roughly 80% of other CPU/GPU pairings deliver higher average frame rates in Road 96. This is a notable result for a combination featuring a modern discrete GPU. The ranking suggests that while the individual components are solid performers in their respective categories, their combined output in this specific title is constrained by the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions.

Looking at the CPU's standalone position, the Intel Core i5-12400F holds a percentile rank of 73 among all tested processors. This is a strong showing, indicating that the processor is well above average for general computing tasks. The GPU, meanwhile, sits at the 65th percentile among all graphics cards. The delta between these two percentile scores highlights a potential imbalance: the CPU is relatively stronger than the GPU. This is a common scenario in gaming builds, but the data suggests that in Road 96, the Arc B570 is the primary bottleneck, especially as resolution increases. The ComboRank reflects the combined result, which is dragged down by the GPU's performance ceiling rather than the CPU's capabilities.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is built on the Xe2-HPG architecture and features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a consistent base and boost clock of 2500 MHz. This memory configuration is a key factor in the game's performance, particularly at higher resolutions where the demand for framebuffer memory and bandwidth increases.

In Road 96, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution scales up. At 1080p, the GPU provides ample headroom for high frame rates, but the data shows a steep decline when moving to 1440p and an even sharper drop at 4K. The 10 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for the game's settings at 1080p and 1440p, but the 160-bit bus width appears to limit performance at 4K Ultra where the average FPS drops to 23. The GPU's compute capabilities, rated at 11.52 TFLOPS for FP32, are not the limiting factor here; rather, the memory subsystem and pixel throughput (200.0 GPixel/s) become the constraining elements at 4K. The benchmark results indicate that the Arc B570 is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming in this title.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Road 96?*

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 provides the highest average frame rates, ranging from 67 FPS on Ultra to 145 FPS on Low settings. The 2560x1440 resolution also delivers playable results, with an average of 43 FPS on Ultra and 92 FPS on Low.

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

A: The data shows 4K performance is marginal. The highest average FPS at 3840x2160 is 49 on Low settings, but this drops to 23 FPS on Ultra. For a consistently smooth experience, lower resolutions are recommended.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-12400F compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score of 19039 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (19047, delta 0%), the Intel Core 3 201E (19056, delta -0.1%), and the Intel Core i5-1335U (18982, delta 0.3%). This indicates that the i5-12400F offers competitive processing power within its segment.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 stack up against similar GPUs?

A: The Arc B570's average benchmark score of 20556 is very close to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534, delta 0.1%) and the Intel Arc A750 (20582, delta -0.1%). This suggests that in synthetic tests, the B570 performs on par with these graphics cards.

Q: What is the CPU's multi-threaded performance like?

A: The i5-12400F scores 12380 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 6980 in Cinebench R20 multi-core. With 6 cores and 12 threads, it provides solid multi-threaded performance for a desktop processor, as reflected in its Passmark multithread score of 19433.

Q: Is the GPU's memory bandwidth sufficient for gaming?

A: With a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s across a 160-bit bus, the Arc B570 provides adequate bandwidth for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the performance drop at 4K suggests that the memory bus becomes a limiting factor at that resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a clear picture of the combo's performance across different settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates strong performance. With Low settings, the average FPS reaches 145. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 106 FPS, with a minimum of 90 and a maximum of 122. High settings yield an average of 85 FPS, and Ultra settings bring the average down to 67 FPS. All 1080p configurations are well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains respectable but shows a clear step down. Low settings produce an average of 92 FPS. Medium settings average 67 FPS, with a range between 57 and 78 FPS. High settings average 54 FPS, while Ultra settings drop to an average of 43 FPS. The 1440p results indicate that the system can handle the game comfortably at Medium and High settings for a 60 FPS experience, but Ultra will require some compromise.

The 3840x2160 results are the most challenging for this combo. Low settings average 49 FPS. Medium settings average 36 FPS, with a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 41 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 29 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 23 FPS. The 4K data confirms that this resolution is only playable at Low settings, and even then, the frame rate is below the 60 FPS ideal.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. It has 18 MB of shared L3 cache. In Road 96, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and process game logic. The benchmark data suggests that the CPU is more than capable of handling this task at all tested resolutions.

The CPU's single-thread performance, as measured by Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1680, is strong and ensures that the game's main thread is not a bottleneck. The multi-threaded scores, like the Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 12380, provide ample headroom for background tasks and the game's supporting threads. The fact that FPS scales down with resolution while the CPU stays constant indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions, not the CPU. The data shows the i5-12400F is a stable partner that does not hold back the Arc B570 in this title.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and frame rate target. For a 1080p display, the High preset offers an excellent balance, delivering an average of 85 FPS. This provides a smooth experience with improved visual quality over Medium. For users with high refresh rate monitors, the Low preset at 145 FPS or Medium at 106 FPS will maximize frame rates. The Ultra preset at 67 FPS is also playable, but the visual uplift may not justify the performance cost compared to High.

At 1440p, the Medium preset is the sweet spot, averaging 67 FPS. This delivers a solid 60+ FPS experience. The High preset at 54 FPS is a good alternative for users who prioritize visual fidelity over a locked 60 FPS. The Ultra preset at 43 FPS is less recommended, as the frame rate dips below the smoothness threshold. For a consistent 60 FPS at 1440p, Medium settings are the clear choice.

For 4K displays, the options are limited. The Low preset at 49 FPS is the only playable configuration, though it is still below the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset at 36 FPS and High at 29 FPS will result in a stuttery experience. Given the data, 4K gaming is not recommended for this combo unless the user is willing to accept Low settings and lower frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates the GPU's limitations. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 85 at 1080p to 54 at 1440p, a 36% reduction. Moving from 1440p to 4K, the average FPS drops from 54 to 29, a 46% reduction. This trend is consistent across all settings. At Low settings, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is from 145 FPS to 92 FPS (a 37% decrease), and then from 92 FPS to 49 FPS at 4K (a 47% decrease).

This scaling pattern indicates that the system is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions. The pixel count increases significantly with resolution, and the Arc B570's pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s becomes a limiting factor. The CPU does not exhibit this scaling behavior, as its performance is consistent regardless of resolution. The data suggests that the i5-12400F has sufficient headroom to drive the GPU at 1080p and 1440p, but the GPU's memory bandwidth and pixel throughput are insufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K. The diminishing returns with increased resolution confirm that this combo is optimized for 1080p and 1440p gaming.