The Medium

The Medium presents a uniquely demanding workload for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and Radeon RX 6600 combination, with measured results placing this pairing at rank 1367 out of 1689 tested combos. This places the system in the lower 20% of all recorded configurations, a position that reflects the game's heavy reliance on both CPU and GPU resources. The data reveals a system that can deliver playable framerates, but only within a narrow window of settings and resolutions, making configuration choices critical for an acceptable experience.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and RX 6600 in The Medium?

A: Based on the measured FPS data, 1920x1080 with Low settings delivers the highest average framerate at 86.8 FPS. For a balance of visual quality and performance, 2560x1440 with Low settings achieves 72.7 FPS, while 1920x1080 Medium produces 54 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for this game?

A: The combination ranks 1367th out of 1689 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 20% of all configurations. This indicates that while the system is functional, many other hardware pairings deliver superior performance in The Medium.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the primary bottleneck at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 Ultra, the average FPS drops to 18.2, which is a 79% reduction from the 1080p Low result of 86.8 FPS. This dramatic scaling suggests the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the framerate collapses when pixel count and graphical load increase.

Q: What is the framerate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce 86.8 FPS average, while Ultra settings only manage 27.7 FPS. This represents a 59.1 FPS difference, or a 68% performance drop, indicating that Ultra settings impose a severe load on the RX 6600.

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 5700 provide sufficient single-thread performance for this game?

A: The CPU’s 3DMark single-thread score is 901, and its Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2916. While these numbers are respectable, the game’s overall combo rank of 1367 suggests that the CPU alone cannot compensate for the GPU’s limitations at higher settings.

Q: How does the RX 6600 compare to its nearest rivals in aggregate benchmarks?

A: The RX 6600 has an average benchmark score of 25235. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon 890M, scores 25246 with a deltaPct of 0, meaning they are statistically tied. The RX 580 2048SP is 0.2% behind, and the RTX 3060 Ti is 0.5% ahead.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 brings 8 cores and 16 threads to the table, running at a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This Zen 3 architecture, built on a 7 nm process, provides a solid foundation for The Medium’s CPU demands. The processor’s 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth ensure that data flows efficiently to the cores. Benchmark results show a 3DMark 16-thread score of 6628 and a max-thread score of 6617, indicating strong multi-threaded capabilities.

In the context of The Medium, the CPU’s single-thread performance is also relevant, with a 3DMark single-thread score of 901. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 demonstrates substantial parallel processing power, which can help with the game’s background tasks and physics calculations. However, the data suggests that the CPU is not the primary constraint in most scenarios. The combo’s rank of 1367 out of 1689 indicates that the processor is likely adequate, but the overall system performance is dragged down by other factors. The CPU’s 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs contrasts sharply with the combo’s low game rank, implying that the GPU is the limiting component in most configurations.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimizing the experience. At 1920x1080, Low settings yield 86.8 FPS, which is the highest average recorded for this combo. This setting allows for smooth, responsive gameplay. Medium settings at 1080p produce 54 FPS, which is playable but not optimal for fast-paced action. High settings drop to 36.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 27.7 FPS, making these presets less desirable for a stable experience.

At 2560x1440, Low settings achieve 72.7 FPS, offering a higher resolution with acceptable performance. Medium at 1440p drops to 43.9 FPS, while High and Ultra fall to 31.6 and 24.9 FPS respectively. For 4K, only Low settings reach a playable framerate at 55.9 FPS; Medium drops to 35 FPS, High to 23.2 FPS, and Ultra to 18.2 FPS. The data indicates that the best experience balances resolution and settings, with 1080p Low providing the highest framerate and 1440p Low being a viable alternative for sharper visuals.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and AMD Radeon RX 6600 ranks 1367th out of 1689 tested combos for The Medium. This places the system in the 19th percentile of all configurations, meaning roughly 81% of tested systems perform better. This is a significant finding, as the individual components have respectable benchmark scores. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 27220, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU’s average score is 25235, putting it in the 69th percentile of all GPUs. Despite these solid individual showings, the game-specific results are underwhelming.

The discrepancy suggests that The Medium is particularly demanding on the combination of these two components. The CPU’s nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-9900K with a deltaPct of 0.7%, and the Intel Core i7-12700H at 0.8%. The GPU’s nearest rival, the AMD Radeon 890M, is statistically tied with a deltaPct of 0%. This data implies that the combo’s low rank is not due to a single weak component, but rather the synergistic demands of the game. The results indicate that while each part is competent, together they struggle to meet The Medium’s requirements for high settings and resolutions.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with the Navi 23 chip, manufactured on a 7 nm process. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. The GPU’s boost clock is 2491 MHz, with a game clock of 2044 MHz, and it contains 1792 shading units and 28 ray accelerators. These specifications yield a texture rate of 279.0 GTexel/s and an FP32 performance of 8.928 TFLOPS. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 25235, with a percentile rank of 69 among all GPUs.

In The Medium, the GPU’s role becomes evident when examining the FPS scaling across settings. At 1080p, the jump from Low to Ultra settings reduces the average framerate from 86.8 to 27.7 FPS, a 68% decrease. This dramatic drop is characteristic of a GPU that is overwhelmed by the game’s graphical effects at higher presets. The 8 GB of VRAM may also be a limiting factor at 4K resolutions, where textures and effects demand more memory. The GPU’s performance relative to its rivals, such as the RX 580 2048SP which is 0.2% slower, indicates that it is a mid-range part that struggles with the most demanding titles at high settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the average framerates are 86.8 FPS for Low, 54 FPS for Medium, 36.8 FPS for High, and 27.7 FPS for Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, the results are 72.7 FPS for Low, 43.9 FPS for Medium, 31.6 FPS for High, and 24.9 FPS for Ultra. At 3840x2160, the framerates drop further to 55.9 FPS for Low, 35 FPS for Medium, 23.2 FPS for High, and 18.2 FPS for Ultra.

These numbers reveal a clear pattern: the system performs best at lower resolutions and settings. The 1080p Low result of 86.8 FPS is the only configuration that approaches high-refresh-rate territory. The 1440p Low result of 72.7 FPS is also respectable, suggesting that this resolution is viable for a smooth experience. However, any attempt to use High or Ultra settings at 1440p or above results in framerates below 32 FPS, which is generally considered too low for a comfortable gaming experience. The 4K results are only playable at Low settings, with a 55.9 FPS average.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K demonstrates the system’s limitations. At Low settings, the framerate drops from 86.8 FPS at 1080p to 72.7 FPS at 1440p and 55.9 FPS at 4K. This represents a 16% decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 23% decrease from 1440p to 4K. In total, there is a 36% reduction in framerate from the lowest to the highest resolution at Low settings. This scaling is relatively moderate, suggesting that at Low settings, the CPU and GPU are working in a more balanced manner.

However, at Ultra settings, the scaling is much more severe. The framerate drops from 27.7 FPS at 1080p to 24.9 FPS at 1440p and 18.2 FPS at 4K. This is a 10% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 27% drop from 1440p to 4K, totaling a 34% reduction. The absolute values are already low, indicating that the GPU is saturated even at 1080p Ultra. The data suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor at higher settings, as the framerate collapses when the pixel count increases. At lower settings, the scaling is more gradual, implying that the CPU can keep up with the GPU’s output until the resolution increases significantly.