Valorant

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and Intel Arc B570 combination delivers exceptional performance in Valorant, with average frame rates well above the thresholds required for competitive play at every tested resolution and settings preset. The data shows this pairing is heavily CPU-limited at lower resolutions, while the GPU becomes a more significant factor only at 4K with higher graphical presets. Despite ranking in the bottom quarter of all tested combinations, the absolute performance is so high that the ranking is irrelevant for practical play, as the system never dips below 194 FPS in any measured scenario.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. This configuration is more than sufficient for Valorant, which is a competitive FPS known for favoring high single-thread performance over massive multi-core throughput. The processor's 3dmark single-thread score of 726 and passmark single-thread score of 2653 indicate solid per-core performance, which is critical for maintaining high frame rates in a game that often has a primary game thread as the bottleneck.

In the measured results, the CPU's influence is most apparent at 1080p and 1440p, where frame rates are exceptionally high. At 1080p Low, the system produces 403 FPS, which is the maximum average recorded across all tests. This high ceiling suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with more frames than the GPU can render at lower resolutions, or vice versa. The 4600G's 8 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth provide adequate data throughput for a game like Valorant, which has relatively small asset sizes and low memory pressure compared to modern AAA titles.

The processor's performance relative to other CPUs in the database places it at the 71st percentile, meaning it outperforms roughly 71% of all CPUs benchmarked. Its average benchmark score of 17507 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, with a delta of just 0.1% compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE, and -0.6% versus the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE. This indicates that the 4600G is a mid-pack performer in the broader CPU landscape. However, for Valorant specifically, the 6-core/12-thread design with a 4.20 GHz boost clock is a capable air cooler-class processor, and the data shows it does not bottleneck the system at 1080p, where it achieves 403 FPS on Low settings.

At 4K, the CPU's role shifts slightly as the GPU becomes more of a limiting factor. The difference between 1080p and 4K at Low settings is a drop from 403 FPS to 347 FPS, a decrease of 56 FPS. This drop is relatively modest, indicating the CPU is still able to push high frame rates even when the GPU is under heavier load. The 4600G's 12 threads are underutilized in Valorant, as the game typically scales well up to 4-6 threads, but the extra threads do provide headroom for background tasks and streaming software without impacting game performance.

The processor's 3dmark results show a clear scaling pattern: 1430 for 2 threads, 2732 for 4 threads, 4138 for 8 threads, and 4889 for max threads. This scaling indicates that the CPU gains significant performance up to 8 threads, after which the gains flatten, which aligns with Valorant's threading model. The cinebench r23 multicore score of 13593 and single-core score of 1919 further confirm that the CPU has a balanced profile, with enough single-thread power for high FPS and enough multi-thread capability for modern system demands.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B570 is a Battlemage-generation GPU based on the Xe2-HPG architecture, featuring 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus with a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base and boost clock of 2500 MHz, with memory running at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). This memory configuration is overkill for Valorant, which is a lightweight game that does not require large frame buffers or high bandwidth. The 10 GB VRAM is far more than the game needs at any resolution, ensuring there is no memory-related stuttering or texture thrashing.

The GPU's raw compute specifications include 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units, with an FP32 performance of 11.52 TFLOPS. These numbers place the Arc B570 at the 65th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20556. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, with a delta of 0.1%, and the Intel Arc A750, with a delta of -0.1%. This indicates the B570 is a solid mid-range performer in the broader GPU market, but for Valorant, the GPU is rarely the bottleneck.

In the measured results, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced at 4K with higher settings. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 207, while at 4K Low, it is 347. This 140 FPS gap between the lowest and highest settings at 4K demonstrates that the GPU is doing meaningful work when settings are increased. However, even at 4K Ultra, the system maintains over 200 FPS, which is far above the 144 Hz refresh rate common on competitive monitors. The GPU's 80 ROPs and 200.0 GPixel/s pixel rate are sufficient to handle Valorant's relatively simple visual effects at high resolutions.

The Arc B570's performance in synthetic benchmarks shows strengths in DirectX 11, with a passmark directx_11 score of 118, and DirectX 12, with a score of 72. Valorant uses a custom engine that is primarily DirectX 11-based, so the GPU's strong DX11 performance is directly relevant. The geekbench OpenCL score of 83514 and Vulkan score of 96844 suggest the GPU has capable compute and modern API performance, though Valorant does not heavily leverage these features. The GPU's 380.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is more than adequate, and the dual-slot cooling solution with a 1x 8-pin power connector indicates the card is designed for mainstream power supplies.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured data reveals a clear pattern of FPS scaling across resolutions, which indicates the system's limiting component at each setting. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 403 at 1080p to 382 at 1440p, and then to 347 at 4K. This is a total drop of 56 FPS from 1080p to 4K, or approximately 14%. This relatively small percentage drop suggests that at Low settings, the CPU is the primary limiting factor, as the GPU is not being stressed enough to cause a significant performance penalty when resolution increases.

At Medium settings, the FPS drops from 335 at 1080p to 286 at 1440p, and then to 228 at 4K. This is a drop of 107 FPS from 1080p to 4K, or approximately 32%. The larger percentage drop compared to Low settings indicates that the GPU is beginning to play a more significant role. The minimum FPS values at Medium settings further illustrate this: 285 at 1080p, 243 at 1440p, and 194 at 4K. The 4K minimum of 194 FPS is the lowest recorded in any test, showing that the GPU's workload at 4K Medium is the most demanding scenario measured.

At High settings, the FPS drops from 319 at 1080p to 272 at 1440p, and then to 217 at 4K. This is a drop of 102 FPS, or approximately 32%, which is nearly identical to the Medium settings scaling. This suggests that from Medium to High settings, the GPU workload scales similarly with resolution, and the system behaves consistently in these ranges. At Ultra settings, the FPS drops from 304 at 1080p to 259 at 1440p, and then to 207 at 4K, a drop of 97 FPS or 32%.

The similarity in percentage drops from Medium to Ultra settings (all around 32%) indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at these presets, regardless of the specific quality level. The Low settings scaling of only 14% is the outlier, showing that at the lowest preset, the CPU is the primary bottleneck. This analysis is crucial for understanding how to optimize the system: at 1080p and 1440p, the CPU is pushing frame rates that the GPU can mostly handle, but at 4K, the GPU's workload increases enough to cap performance.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2337 out of 2883 tested combos in Valorant, placing it in the bottom portion of the database, at roughly the 19th percentile. This ranking may seem surprising given the high absolute FPS numbers, but it is important to note that the ranking compares all CPU-GPU combinations tested, and many of those combos feature significantly more powerful processors and GPUs that achieve even higher frame rates.

The low ranking is primarily due to the CPU's mid-pack performance. The 4600G scores in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, but when paired with a GPU that is in the 65th percentile, the combination falls behind many systems that use high-end CPUs with mid-range GPUs or vice versa. In Valorant specifically, the game is highly CPU-sensitive at lower resolutions, so systems with faster single-threaded CPUs like the Intel Core i3-14100T, which has a deltaPct of -0.8% compared to the 4600G, would likely achieve higher FPS despite having a similar or lower GPU tier.

However, the ranking is misleading in terms of practical experience. A rank of 2337 out of 2883 means that 546 combos perform worse, and the absolute FPS numbers are so high that the ranking has no functional impact. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 403 FPS, which is well above the refresh rate of any standard gaming monitor. At 4K Ultra, the system still achieves 207 FPS, which is above 144 Hz. The data shows that this combo is more than capable of delivering a smooth competitive experience in Valorant, and the ranking primarily reflects that the database includes many combos with top-tier processors that push frame rates to 500 FPS or beyond.

The GPU's nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile with a deltaPct of 0.1%, and the Intel Arc A750 with a deltaPct of -0.1%, perform essentially identically in synthetic benchmarks. This suggests that the B570's performance in Valorant would be similar to these GPUs when paired with the same CPU. The CPU's nearest rivals, including the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE with a deltaPct of 0.1%, all have nearly identical average scores, indicating that the 4600G is well-matched with its peers. The combo ranking is thus a function of both components being mid-pack, rather than a sign of any specific weakness.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the recommended settings preset depends on the user's resolution and refresh rate. For users with a 1080p monitor running at 144 Hz or 240 Hz, the Low preset offers the highest average FPS at 403, with no minimum FPS recorded below 285 at any setting. The Low preset provides a significant FPS advantage over Medium (335 FPS), High (319 FPS), and Ultra (304 FPS), and this headroom is valuable for competitive play where frame timing consistency is more important than visual fidelity. The Low preset also reduces input latency, which is critical in a game like Valorant.

For 1440p users, the Low preset again delivers the highest average FPS at 382, followed by Medium at 286, High at 272, and Ultra at 259. The Low preset provides a 96 FPS advantage over Medium, which is substantial. Even at Ultra, the system maintains 259 FPS, which is above 240 Hz, so users with a 1440p 240 Hz monitor can use any preset and still hit their refresh rate. However, the data shows that the Medium preset's minimum FPS of 243 at 1440p is still above 240 Hz, making it a safe choice for users who want slightly better visuals without sacrificing frame rate stability.

For 4K users, the Low preset delivers 347 FPS, while Medium drops to 228 FPS with a minimum of 194 FPS, and Ultra drops to 207 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum FPS of 194 is the lowest recorded in all tests, and it falls below 200 FPS, which may be a concern for users with 200 Hz or higher monitors. The Low preset at 4K is the best option for maintaining frame rates above 300 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play. The High and Ultra presets at 4K both deliver average FPS above 200, but the margin above the minimum refresh rate is smaller.

Overall, the Low preset is the best choice for maximizing FPS at any resolution, as it consistently provides the highest average frame rates and avoids the minimum FPS drops seen at Medium settings. For users who prefer better visuals, the Ultra preset at 1080p or 1440p still delivers above 300 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any monitor. The data does not list any specific anti-aliasing or post-processing options, so the preset recommendations are based solely on the measured average and minimum FPS values.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across twelve different combinations of resolution and settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system achieves its highest frame rates. On Low settings, the average FPS is 403, which is the maximum recorded in any test. On Medium settings, the average FPS drops to 335, with a minimum of 285 and a maximum of 385. High settings produce an average of 319 FPS, and Ultra settings produce an average of 304 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a total drop of 99 FPS, with the largest single drop occurring between Low and Medium at 68 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain extremely high. Low settings deliver an average of 382 FPS, which is only 21 FPS less than at 1080p. Medium settings average 286 FPS, with a minimum of 243 and a maximum of 329. High settings average 272 FPS, and Ultra settings average 259 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra at 1440p is 123 FPS, which is larger than the 99 FPS drop at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is starting to become more of a factor. The Medium preset at 1440p has a minimum FPS of 243, which is above 240 Hz, making it a viable option for high-refresh monitors.

At 3840x2160, the performance is still strong but shows a more pronounced GPU impact. Low settings average 347 FPS, which is 56 FPS less than at 1080p Low. Medium settings average 228 FPS, with a minimum of 194 and a maximum of 263. High settings average 217 FPS, and Ultra settings average 207 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra at 4K is 140 FPS, the largest of any resolution, confirming that the GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution. The Medium preset's minimum FPS of 194 is the lowest recorded in the entire dataset, and it is the only measured minimum below 200 FPS.

Across all resolutions, the Low settings preset provides the highest average FPS, with a range from 347 FPS at 4K to 403 FPS at 1080p. The Medium settings preset shows the most variation in minimum FPS, ranging from 285 at 1080p to 194 at 4K. The High and Ultra presets show similar performance at each resolution, with Ultra being 10-15 FPS lower than High on average. This data indicates that for users who prioritize frame rate, Low settings are always the best choice, while users who want visual quality can use Ultra settings at 1080p or 1440p and still maintain frame rates above 300 FPS.