The Medium

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT represents a specific combination for running The Medium, a horror title from 2021. Benchmark data places this pairing at rank 1069 out of 1689 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the performance hierarchy. This position indicates that while the combo is entirely functional, it does not sit near the top of the charts for this demanding game, and users should calibrate their expectations accordingly when aiming for high refresh rates or maximum visual fidelity.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 1069 out of 1689 tested combinations shows that this pairing falls within the 63rd percentile of all tested systems, meaning roughly 63% of tested combos perform better. This is a decisive indicator that the system is not a high-end performer for The Medium, but rather a mid-range option that can handle the game with adjusted settings. The CPU’s percentile versus all CPUs is 83, which is relatively strong, while the GPU’s percentile versus all GPUs is 63, which aligns closely with the overall combo ranking. This suggests that the graphics card is the primary constraint on the system’s performance in this title. The data shows a clear stratification: the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately, but the RX 7600 XT cannot push frame rates into the upper echelons at higher resolutions. When comparing the GPU to its nearest rivals, the RX 7600 XT sits just 0.6% behind the RX 7600, 1.9% ahead of the RTX 2060 SUPER, and 1.9% behind the RTX 3070 Mobile, which underscores its position as a competent but not class-leading 1080p and 1440p card.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run The Medium at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, where it achieves an average of 62.3 FPS. At Medium settings, the average drops to 37.7 FPS, and at High settings it falls to 29.4 FPS, making Low the only viable 4K preset for a smooth experience.

Q: What is the best resolution for this pairing in The Medium?

A: The data suggests 1920x1080 is the sweet spot. At Low settings, the combo reaches 95.6 FPS, and at Medium settings it maintains 58.3 FPS, both of which are playable. 2560x1440 is also viable, but only at Low (82.6 FPS) or Medium (51 FPS) settings.

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

A: The Ryzen 7 5700G has an average benchmark score of 25626. It is 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, 0.4% ahead of the Intel Xeon D-2752TER, 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core 5 210H, and 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U. These are very small margins, indicating the CPU is evenly matched with its peers.

Q: Is the RX 7600 XT significantly faster than the RX 7600?

A: No, the difference is minimal. The RX 7600 XT scores an average benchmark of 20146, which is only 0.6% lower than the RX 7600’s score of 20258. In practical terms, the performance delta is negligible for gaming.

Q: Does the 16 GB of video memory on the RX 7600 XT help in The Medium?

A: The benchmark data does not indicate that memory capacity is a limiting factor in this game. The measured FPS figures show a steady decline with increasing settings and resolution, which points to raw compute and bandwidth limitations rather than memory exhaustion. The GPU has a 128-bit bus and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth, which is modest for the 16 GB frame buffer.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the GPU?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT has a launch MSRP of 329 USD. This information is provided for reference only.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. It is built on a 7 nm process by TSMC, and its synthetic benchmark results show solid multi-threaded performance. For instance, it scores 20755 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 2930 in single-core, alongside a PassMark multithread score of 24419. In the context of The Medium, these figures indicate that the CPU has ample headroom to handle the game’s logic and physics without becoming a bottleneck. The game’s measured FPS data shows that performance scales almost entirely with GPU load; for example, at 1080p Low the combo produces 95.6 FPS, which is a high enough frame rate to suggest the CPU is not holding back the graphics card. Even at 4K Ultra, where the GPU is clearly overburdened at 25.2 FPS, the CPU’s role is diminished. The 5700G’s 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support are adequate for this workload. Its 3dmark 16-thread score of 6629 and max-thread score of 6627 show that it scales well with the game’s threading model, which is typical for a horror title that relies on consistent frame pacing rather than extreme multi-core scaling.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for The Medium shows a clear performance curve across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers an average of 95.6 FPS on Low, 58.3 FPS on Medium, 44.4 FPS on High, and 32.8 FPS on Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, the averages drop to 82.6 FPS on Low, 51 FPS on Medium, 34.6 FPS on High, and 30.4 FPS on Ultra. At 3840x2160, the system manages 62.3 FPS on Low, 37.7 FPS on Medium, 29.4 FPS on High, and 25.2 FPS on Ultra. These numbers illustrate that the RX 7600 XT is capable of producing smooth frame rates at 1080p, but the margin for error narrows significantly as resolution increases. The gap between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p is 62.8 FPS, which is a substantial range that gives users flexibility. At 4K, the delta between Low and Ultra is 37.1 FPS, but the absolute values are low enough that only the Low preset offers a consistently playable experience. For a horror game like The Medium, where atmosphere and pacing are critical, maintaining a steady 30 FPS or higher is advisable; the data shows this is achievable at 1080p Medium and 1440p Low, but not at 4K Medium or above.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling behavior of this combo reveals a system that is increasingly GPU-bound at higher pixel counts. From 1080p to 1440p at Low settings, the average FPS drops from 95.6 to 82.6, a decline of 13.6%. From 1440p to 4K at Low, the drop is steeper, falling from 82.6 to 62.3, a reduction of 24.6%. This pattern is consistent across all settings presets. At High settings, the FPS falls from 44.4 at 1080p to 34.6 at 1440p (a 22.1% drop), then to 29.4 at 4K (a 15.0% drop from 1440p). The data shows that the GPU’s memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s and its 128-bit bus become limiting factors as the pixel workload increases. The RX 7600 XT’s 2048 shading units and 64 ROPs are sufficient for 1080p, but they are stretched at 4K. The CPU’s performance remains stable across resolutions, as evidenced by its high percentile rank, which confirms that the 5700G is not the limiting component. The scaling pattern indicates that for users with 1440p monitors, the system can handle Low and Medium settings, but for 4K displays, only the Low preset provides acceptable performance. This is typical of a mid-range GPU where the rendering resolution has a pronounced effect on frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and the user’s preference for frame rate versus visual quality. For 1920x1080, the Medium preset at 58.3 FPS offers the best balance, providing a smooth experience that is well above the 30 FPS threshold while still delivering improved visuals over Low. The High preset at 44.4 FPS is also viable for those who prioritize image quality, but the drop from Medium is noticeable. At 2560x1440, the Low preset at 82.6 FPS is the clear recommendation for competitive or fast-paced play, while the Medium preset at 51 FPS is acceptable for a more cinematic experience. The High preset at 34.6 FPS is borderline, and Ultra at 30.4 FPS should be avoided unless the user is willing to accept frequent dips. For 3840x2160, only the Low preset at 62.3 FPS is recommended, as the Medium preset at 37.7 FPS is playable but inconsistent, and High at 29.4 FPS and Ultra at 25.2 FPS fall below the playability threshold. The data suggests that the RX 7600 XT is best utilized at 1080p, where it can maintain high frame rates across multiple settings, and that users with 4K displays should either lower resolution or accept Low settings. For the best overall experience, a 1080p Medium or 1440p Low setup provides the most consistent performance without sacrificing too much visual fidelity in this title.