Rust

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 paired with the Intel Arc B390 produces benchmark results in Rust that are heavily constrained by the integrated graphics solution. The combo ranks 2601 out of 2953 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 12% of systems, with the GPU’s performance percentile at 9 being the primary bottleneck. Measured FPS data shows playable frame rates only at 1080p with Low settings, while higher resolutions and quality presets result in slideshow-level performance.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems in Rust?

A: The combination ranks 2601 out of 2953 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 12% of all systems tested for this game. This reflects the severe GPU limitation, as the Arc B390 sits at the 9th percentile among all GPUs.

Q: What is the best measured average FPS this combo achieves?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 76 FPS at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the only configuration that approaches smooth gameplay, as the next best result is 53 FPS at 2560x1440 with Low settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 scores an average benchmark of 26324, placing it at the 78th percentile among all CPUs. Its closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS with a score of 26402, a delta of -0.3%, while the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX scores 26274, a 0.2% delta.

Q: What is the GPU’s synthetic benchmark score and how does it compare to rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B390 scores 1482 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX with a score of 1463, representing a 1.3% delta, while the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 scores 1443, a 2.7% delta.

Q: Is the data measured or estimated?

A: The data is measured, not estimated. The `dataIsMeasured` field confirms these are actual benchmark results, and the FPS tables list specific average values, with some Medium settings also showing minimum and maximum frame rates.

Q: What memory configuration does this system use?

A: The CPU supports DDR5 dual-channel memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The GPU uses System Shared memory, meaning its memory size, type, bus width, and bandwidth are all system-dependent rather than dedicated.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is an integrated graphics processor built on the Xe3-LPG architecture with a 3 nm process node from Intel. Its clock speeds range from a base of 300 MHz to a boost of 2500 MHz, and it contains 1536 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, and 24 raster output units. The GPU also features 12 ray tracing cores and achieves a pixel rate of 60.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 120.0 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance of 7.680 TFLOPS.

The Arc B390’s memory configuration is entirely System Shared, meaning it draws from the main system memory rather than dedicated VRAM. This creates a fundamental bandwidth limitation, as the GPU’s memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent." In Rust, which is known for heavy texture streaming and large world data, this shared memory arrangement directly impacts performance at higher resolutions and quality settings.

The GPU’s benchmark results confirm its entry-level positioning. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1482 places it at the 9th percentile among all GPUs, and its nearest rivals are all older NVIDIA parts: the GT 520MX (1463, 1.3% delta), the GeForce 800M (1460, 1.5% delta), and the GT 625 OEM (1446, 2.5% delta). The data shows a clear pattern: the GPU struggles to maintain playable frame rates at any resolution above 1080p with Low settings.

In Rust specifically, the GPU’s limitations manifest dramatically. At 4K with Ultra settings, the combo averages 13 FPS, and even at 1080p with High settings, it only manages 43 FPS. The boost clock of 2500 MHz helps in lighter scenes, but the integrated nature of the GPU and its shared memory architecture prevent it from sustaining competitive performance in a demanding survival game like Rust.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, built on TSMC’s 5 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU features a cache hierarchy of 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3, and it supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Synthetic benchmarks show the CPU performing well above the GPU’s level. The Ryzen 5 7600 scores 12735 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1852 in single-core, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 13413 and single-core of 2521. Its 3DMark scores scale from 999 single-thread to 6503 max-threads, and PassMark results show 27058 multi-thread and 3910 single-thread. The average benchmark score of 26324 places it at the 78th percentile among all CPUs.

The CPU’s nearest rivals are closely matched. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX scores 26274 (0.2% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS scores 26402 (-0.3% delta), the Intel Core i9-11900KF scores 26212 (0.4% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U scores 26187 (0.5% delta). This indicates the 7600 is a solid mid-range performer, though not a standout.

In Rust, the CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads provide adequate multi-threading for the game’s simulation and server-side processing. However, the measured FPS data indicates the CPU is rarely the limiting factor. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo reaches 76 FPS, but at 1440p with the same settings, it drops to 53 FPS, and at 4K it falls to 31 FPS. This scaling pattern suggests the GPU becomes increasingly dominant as resolution rises, while the CPU maintains its capability throughout.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 2601 out of 2953 tested combinations in Rust, placing it in the bottom 12% of all systems. This low ranking is directly attributable to the GPU’s position at the 9th percentile among all GPUs, while the CPU sits at the 78th percentile. The disparity between the two components is stark: the CPU is a capable mid-range processor, but the GPU is an entry-level integrated solution.

The rank indicates that nearly 88% of tested combos outperform this configuration in Rust. The data suggests that the CPU is not the primary limitation, as its benchmark scores comfortably exceed those of the GPU. A system with this CPU paired with a discrete GPU would likely rank significantly higher, but the Arc B390’s integrated nature caps overall performance.

The measured FPS results reinforce this ranking. Playable frame rates (above 60 FPS) are only achieved at 1080p with Low settings, which is a narrow operating window. The combo’s performance at higher settings and resolutions places it in the territory of older or entry-level discrete GPUs, consistent with its rank near the bottom of the database.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo records its best results. Low settings produce an average of 76 FPS, Medium averages 51 FPS with a range of 44 to 59 FPS, High averages 43 FPS, and Ultra averages 33 FPS. The step from Low to Medium represents a 32.9% drop, while the step from Medium to High is a 15.7% drop, and High to Ultra is a 23.3% drop.

At 2560x1440, performance declines significantly. Low settings average 53 FPS, Medium averages 35 FPS with a range of 30 to 41 FPS, High averages 30 FPS, and Ultra averages 23 FPS. The drop from 1080p Low to 1440p Low is 30.3%, and the drop from 1080p Ultra to 1440p Ultra is 30.3% as well.

At 3840x2160, the combo becomes largely unplayable. Low settings average 31 FPS, Medium averages 21 FPS with a range of 18 to 24 FPS, High averages 18 FPS, and Ultra averages 13 FPS. The drop from 1440p Low to 4K Low is 41.5%, and the drop from 1440p Ultra to 4K Ultra is 43.5%.

The Medium settings across all resolutions include minimum and maximum FPS data, providing insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the range is 44 to 59 FPS, a 15 FPS spread. At 1440p Medium, the range is 30 to 41 FPS, an 11 FPS spread. At 4K Medium, the range is 18 to 24 FPS, a 6 FPS spread. This narrowing range at higher resolutions indicates the GPU is consistently maxed out, leaving little headroom for variance.

Settings Recommendations

The data clearly indicates that Low settings at 1920x1080 provide the only consistently playable experience, with an average of 76 FPS. This is the only configuration that exceeds the 60 FPS threshold, making it the recommended preset for any semblance of smooth gameplay.

At 1080p Medium, the average drops to 51 FPS, which may be acceptable for some players, but the minimum of 44 FPS suggests occasional dips below comfortable levels. At 1080p High, the 43 FPS average falls into the range where responsiveness noticeably degrades, and Ultra at 33 FPS is borderline unplayable for a survival game requiring quick reactions.

For players who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, 1080p Medium offers a compromise, but the data suggests the GPU lacks the headroom for higher presets. At 1440p, even Low settings only average 53 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target, and 4K is entirely unsuitable for gameplay, with all presets averaging below 32 FPS.

The recommendation is straightforward: use 1920x1080 with Low settings. This maximizes the combo’s potential and provides the best measured performance. Players seeking higher quality should consider lowering resolution, but the data shows diminishing returns, as 1440p Low only delivers 53 FPS, and the visual improvement may not justify the 30% frame rate loss.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-limited. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 76 at 1080p to 53 at 1440p (a 30.3% decrease) and then to 31 at 4K (a 41.5% decrease from 1440p). This pattern shows that the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth are the primary constraints, as the CPU’s workload does not scale significantly with resolution.

At Medium settings, the progression is 51 FPS at 1080p, 35 FPS at 1440p (a 31.4% decrease), and 21 FPS at 4K (a 40.0% decrease from 1440p). The consistent percentage drops across settings indicate that the GPU is operating at its limit regardless of quality preset, and resolution changes have a predictable impact on frame rate.

At High settings, the values are 43 FPS at 1080p, 30 FPS at 1440p (a 30.2% decrease), and 18 FPS at 4K (a 40.0% decrease from 1440p). Ultra follows a similar pattern: 33, 23, and 13 FPS, representing decreases of 30.3% and 43.5% respectively.

The scaling data indicates a nearly linear relationship between pixel count and frame rate, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the FPS would remain relatively flat across resolutions, or the drop would be less severe. The fact that the 1080p to 1440p drop is consistently around 30% across all settings, and the 1440p to 4K drop is consistently around 40%, confirms that the Arc B390’s integrated nature and shared memory are the definitive bottlenecks. The CPU’s 78th percentile ranking and strong synthetic scores are effectively wasted in this configuration, as the GPU cannot translate that processing power into playable frame rates at higher resolutions.