The Medium
AVERAGE FPS
95
good
This combination provides smooth gameplay with an average of 95 FPS, suitable for most gaming scenarios.
Performance Analysis
Combining the Intel Xeon 656 with a Intel GMA 500 delivers reliable performance in The Medium. At 4K resolution, this setup achieves 76 FPS on average, enabling smooth ultra-high-definition gaming. 1440p performance is excellent at 97 FPS, ideal for high-refresh gaming. Full HD delivers a smooth 113 FPS experience. The Intel Xeon 656 brings 20 cores, 40 threads, 4.8 GHz boost to handle game logic and physics. For optimal performance, High settings at 72 FPS offer the best balance of visuals and smoothness.
4K Ultra HD
76 FPS
1440p QHD
97 FPS
1080p Full HD
113 FPS
Hardware Specifications
Intel Xeon 656
Cores / Threads
20 / 40
Base Clock
2900 MHz
Boost Clock
4800 MHz
TDP
210W
Socket
Intel Socket 4710
Intel GMA 500
VRAM
System Shared System Shared
Base Clock
200 MHz MHz
Boost Clock
—
TDP
—
FPS Benchmarks by Resolution & Settings
Performance data for Intel Xeon 656 + Intel GMA 500 in The Medium
| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |
|---|---|---|
| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 45.0 |
| 3840x2160 | High | 57.0 |
| 3840x2160 | Medium | 79.0 |
| 3840x2160 | Low | 124.0 |
| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 58.0 |
| 2560x1440 | High | 73.0 |
| 2560x1440 | Medium | 100.0 |
| 2560x1440 | Low | 155.0 |
| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 69.0 |
| 1920x1080 | High | 87.0 |
| 1920x1080 | Medium | 118.0 |
| 1920x1080 | Low | 179.0 |