To The Core

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a combination that lands near the bottom of the performance hierarchy for To The Core, securing the 2750th position out of 2991 tested combos. This places the pairing in the 8th percentile of all systems benchmarked for this title, indicating that while the hardware is capable of running the game, it will not be pushing high refresh rates at demanding settings. The data suggests this is a pairing oriented toward playable frame rates at moderate settings, rather than a high-end experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2750 out of 2991 tested systems is a clear signal of its position in the performance spectrum. The data places this pairing in the bottom 8% of all tested configurations, which is a significant factor for any user considering this hardware for To The Core. This low standing is largely attributable to the Intel Arc B370, which is an integrated graphics solution with a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of just 1184. That score puts the GPU in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, a very low baseline for gaming performance.

When examining the CPU’s standing, the picture is more favorable. The Ryzen 5 7400F holds an 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32750. This is a strong result for a 6-core, 12-thread processor. Its nearest rivals, according to the data, include the Intel Core i5-14600T (with a delta of 0.1% and an average score of 32707) and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (with a delta of -0.2% and an average score of 32812). These extremely tight margins—all within a 0.5% delta—show that the 7400F is competitively positioned in the mid-range CPU space.

The core takeaway from the ranking data is a significant bottleneck. The CPU is a capable mid-range part, but the GPU is a low-end integrated unit. In To The Core, the GPU will be the primary factor limiting performance, dragging the entire combo’s rank down to the bottom quartile despite the CPU’s solid relative performance. Users should not expect this pairing to compete with systems featuring discrete graphics cards, as the data firmly places it in a different performance class.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the definitive performance limiter in this configuration. It is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture and manufactured on a 3 nm process. Its specifications are decidedly entry-level, with 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs. The GPU operates at a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, which are modest figures for a modern part.

A critical specification is the memory configuration, which is listed as "System Shared." This means the GPU does not have dedicated video memory and instead relies on the system's main DDR5 RAM. Consequently, the memory bandwidth is described as "System Dependent," which can lead to variable performance depending on the rest of the system. The GPU’s raw compute power is also limited, with an FP32 performance of 6.144 TFLOPS and a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s. These figures are consistent with an IGP designed for basic tasks and light gaming, not for demanding titles at high resolutions.

The benchmark data for the GPU is sparse, with only a single 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184. This score yields a 5th percentile ranking, placing it near the very bottom of the GPU performance chart. Its nearest rivals, such as the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (with a delta of -0.2% and a score of 1186) and the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (with a delta of -0.5% and a score of 1190), are all older, low-performance parts. This confirms that the Arc B370 is not a gaming-oriented GPU, and its role in To The Core is to provide playable, rather than impressive, frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for To The Core reveals a predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. This scaling is a key indicator of the system's bottleneck. At 1920x1080, the combo manages an average of 132 FPS on Low settings, a solidly playable number. However, at 2560x1440, that average drops to 89 FPS, a decrease of 43 FPS. Moving up to 3840x2160, the average further falls to 51 FPS, which is a 38 FPS drop from the 1440p figure and an 81 FPS drop from the 1080p figure.

This steep decline is characteristic of a system where the GPU is the primary limiting factor. As the resolution increases, the rendering load on the GPU grows, and the Arc B370's limited compute and memory bandwidth are quickly saturated. The CPU, which is comparatively strong, is not the bottleneck here; it can feed frames to the GPU faster than the GPU can render them, especially at lower resolutions. The data shows that at 1080p, the system can exceed 100 FPS on many settings, but at 4K, it struggles to maintain even 60 FPS, with the average falling to 51 FPS on Low settings and just 30 FPS on Ultra.

The scaling pattern suggests that for a consistently smooth experience, users should target 1080p. At this resolution, the system has enough headroom to run higher settings while maintaining good frame rates. At 1440p, the system is still usable, but the frame rate drop is noticeable. At 4K, the performance is marginal at best, indicating that this combo is not suited for high-resolution gaming in To The Core. The data clearly shows that the Arc B370’s performance is insufficient to handle the increased pixel count of 4K without a significant sacrifice in frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a complete picture of the system's performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system performs best, with the highest average FPS recorded on the Low preset at 132 FPS. The Medium preset yields an average of 112 FPS, with a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 129 FPS. The High preset produces an average of 97 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to an average of 78 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system can handle all presets with playable frame rates, although the gap between Low and Ultra is significant.

At 2560x1440, the performance sees a noticeable reduction. The Low preset averages 89 FPS, which is still quite smooth. The Medium preset averages 75 FPS, with a minimum of 64 FPS and a maximum of 87 FPS. The High preset drops to 65 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 53 FPS. This shows that at 1440p, the system is best suited for Low or Medium settings to maintain a consistent frame rate above 60 FPS, while High and Ultra will be playable but with more frequent dips.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations are fully exposed. The Low preset averages just 51 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset averages 43 FPS, with a minimum of 37 FPS and a maximum of 50 FPS. The High preset averages 37 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to a low 30 FPS. These results clearly indicate that 4K gaming is not a viable option for this combo in To The Core, as even the lowest settings fail to provide a consistently smooth experience.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the user's target resolution and preference for smoothness. For a 1080p display, the High preset is the best choice. It delivers an average of 97 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and it offers a better visual experience than the Low or Medium presets. The Ultra preset, while visually superior, drops the average to 78 FPS, which is still playable but represents a 19 FPS sacrifice for the extra detail. For most users, the High preset at 1080p provides the best balance of visual quality and performance.

For a 1440p display, the Medium preset is the recommended starting point. It yields an average of 75 FPS and a minimum of 64 FPS, ensuring that the frame rate rarely drops below a playable level. The High preset, at 65 FPS average, is also an option for those who prefer better visuals, but it has less headroom and may dip below 60 FPS more often. The Low preset at 1440p offers the highest frame rates (89 FPS), but the visual compromise may be too significant for many users.

For 4K resolution, the data suggests that no preset provides a fully satisfactory experience. The Low preset, at 51 FPS average, is the only one that approaches playability, but it will still experience noticeable stutter. Users who must play at 4K should accept that the experience will be suboptimal, and the Low preset is the only viable option. However, the data strongly indicates that this system is not designed for 4K gaming in To The Core, and users should consider lowering their resolution to 1080p or 1440p for a better experience.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall performance rank of this CPU and GPU combo in To The Core?*

A: The combo ranks 2750th out of 2991 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 8% of all systems benchmarked for this game.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F or the Intel Arc B370 the limiting factor for performance?

A: The Intel Arc B370 is the clear performance bottleneck. The CPU has a strong 83rd percentile ranking, while the GPU has a 5th percentile ranking, indicating the GPU is severely limiting the system's gaming performance.

Q: What is the expected frame rate at 1920x1080 with High settings?

A: The system achieves an average of 97 FPS at 1920x1080 on the High preset, which is a smooth and playable experience.

*Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in To The Core?*

A: The data shows that 4K performance is very poor. The highest average FPS at 3840x2160 is 51 FPS on the Low preset, with the Ultra preset dropping to just 30 FPS. 4K is not a viable option for this system.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, has a score of 32707, a delta of 0.1%, indicating they perform nearly identically. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H is also very close with a score of 32812 and a delta of -0.2%.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1440p display?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 is recommended, as it provides an average of 75 FPS with a minimum of 64 FPS, maintaining a mostly smooth experience. Higher presets risk dropping below 60 FPS.