Valorant

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Valorant with the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B370 reveals a clear pattern of performance scaling across the three tested resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces 299 FPS average. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same settings drops that to 255 FPS, a reduction of 44 FPS. At 3840x2160, the Low preset yields 204 FPS, which is 95 FPS below the 1080p result. This progressive decline indicates that the rendering load is increasing with pixel count, but the magnitude of the drop—roughly 32% from 1080p to 4K—suggests that the system is not becoming severely bottlenecked at higher resolutions.

The High preset tells a similar story. At 1080p, the average is 187 FPS. At 1440p, it falls to 160 FPS. At 4K, it reaches 128 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 4K here is a 59 FPS drop, which is proportionally similar to the Low preset's decline. This consistency across quality levels implies that the limiting factor is primarily the resolution-dependent GPU workload rather than a sudden CPU constraint that would flatten the curve at lower resolutions.

Medium settings show the same trend with slightly different magnitudes. The 1080p Medium average is 197 FPS, the 1440p Medium average is 168 FPS, and the 4K Medium average is 134 FPS. The Ultra preset produces 178 FPS at 1080p, 152 FPS at 1440p, and 122 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 4K for Ultra is 56 FPS, which is consistent with the other presets.

What the data indicates is that this combination is capable of maintaining playable frame rates at all tested resolutions, even at 4K Ultra where the average stays above 120 FPS. The scaling behavior suggests that the GPU is doing meaningful work as resolution increases, but the CPU's strong single-thread performance is keeping the low-resolution frame rates exceptionally high. The fact that 4K Low reaches 204 FPS while 4K Ultra only reaches 122 FPS shows that the graphics settings have a substantial impact on the GPU load, with the delta between Low and Ultra at 4K being 82 FPS.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics solution based on the Panther Lake chip and Xe3-LPG architecture. Its boost clock is 2400 MHz with a base clock of 300 MHz. The GPU has 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 raster output units. It also includes 10 ray tracing cores. The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s. Floating point performance is rated at 6.144 TFLOPS for FP32 and 12.29 TFLOPS for FP16. The memory configuration is entirely system shared, meaning the GPU draws from the same DDR4 memory pool as the CPU, with bandwidth described as system dependent.

In the context of Valorant, which is a competitive FPS that typically favors high frame rates, the Arc B370's integrated nature is notable. The GPU's percentile ranking among all GPUs is 5, which places it in the lower tier of graphics hardware. Its average benchmark score from 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 is 1184. The nearest rivals in the GPU benchmark data are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 with an average score of 1186 (deltaPct of -0.2%), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 with 1190 (deltaPct of -0.5%), the AMD Radeon HD 7650M with 1192 (deltaPct of -0.7%), and the AMD FirePro M2000 with 1168 (deltaPct of 1.4%). These deltas are all within 1.4 percentage points, indicating that the Arc B370 sits in a performance cluster with these older discrete and mobile parts.

Despite this low benchmark standing, the measured FPS in Valorant shows that the game is highly optimized for the hardware available. At 1080p Low, the GPU is able to produce 299 FPS, which is an exceptional result for a component with a 5th percentile ranking. This suggests that Valorant's rendering pipeline is not heavily dependent on raw GPU throughput, and the integrated Arc B370 can handle the game's relatively modest graphics demands. The 25 W TDP and IGP slot width also indicate that this is a power-efficient solution, which aligns with its integrated nature.

The VRAM situation is entirely system shared, which means there is no dedicated video memory limit to worry about for this game. Valorant's texture and geometry requirements are evidently within the capabilities of shared memory, as the Ultra preset at 4K still achieves an average of 122 FPS. The GPU's boost clock of 2400 MHz is reasonably high for an integrated part, and the shading unit count of 1280 is sufficient for the game's needs.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a desktop processor from the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The processor's TDP is 105 W, and it uses the AMD Socket AM4. It is manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process node with 8,850 million transistors and a die size of 74 mm². The cache hierarchy is substantial: 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 96 MB of L3 cache. Memory support is DDR4 with dual-channel configuration and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The CPU supports ECC memory and has PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

The CPU's benchmark results show a strong multi-threaded and single-threaded profile. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score is 14317 and the single-core score is 1452. Geekbench scores are 11765 for multicore and 2017 for single-core. The PassMark multithread score is 28309, with a single-thread score of 3234. The 3DMark tests show 16-thread performance at 7299, 8-thread at 5906, 4-thread at 3392, 2-thread at 1746, and single-thread at 884. The max-thread score is 7285. The CPU's percentile ranking against all CPUs is 80, placing it in the upper quintile of processors.

The nearest CPU rivals in the benchmark data are the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U with an average score of 27887 (deltaPct of 0%), the Intel Core i9-10900K with 27872 (deltaPct of 0.1%), the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 with 27932 (deltaPct of -0.1%), and the Intel Core i5-12600KF with 27799 (deltaPct of 0.3%). All of these deltas are within 0.3 percentage points, indicating that the 5800X3D's average benchmark score of 27896 is statistically tied with these other processors. This is notable because the 5800X3D is an older part (released 2022-04-19) competing with newer mobile and desktop chips.

In Valorant, the CPU's role is critical because the game is known to be sensitive to single-thread performance. The boost clock of 4.50 GHz, combined with the large 96 MB L3 cache, provides a strong foundation for the game's logic and physics calculations. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 299 FPS, which is near the upper limit of what most displays can show. This suggests that the CPU is able to feed the GPU with enough frames to saturate the rendering pipeline at lower resolutions. The 8 cores and 16 threads also provide headroom for background tasks and streaming, though Valorant itself likely does not need all 16 threads to achieve these frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) across three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160). The Medium preset is the only one that includes minimum and maximum FPS values.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 299 FPS. The Medium preset averages 197 FPS with a minimum of 167 and a maximum of 226. The High preset averages 187 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 178 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 121 FPS, showing that the graphics settings have a major impact on the GPU load at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 255 FPS. The Medium preset averages 168 FPS with a minimum of 143 and a maximum of 193. The High preset averages 160 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 152 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra here is 103 FPS, which is slightly narrower than at 1080p, suggesting that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as resolution increases.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 204 FPS. The Medium preset averages 134 FPS with a minimum of 114 and a maximum of 154. The High preset averages 128 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 122 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 4K is 82 FPS, which is the smallest of the three resolutions. This indicates that at 4K, the GPU is more consistently saturated, and the settings differences have less relative impact.

The Medium preset's min/max data shows that the variance is relatively modest. At 1080p, the range is 167 to 226, which is a 59 FPS span. At 1440p, the range is 143 to 193, a 50 FPS span. At 4K, the range is 114 to 154, a 40 FPS span. The narrowing range at higher resolutions further confirms that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, while at 1080p, there is more frame-to-frame variability, likely due to CPU-driven frame pacing.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this combination of AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2645 out of 2883 tested combos for Valorant. This places it in the 91.7th percentile of tested combinations, meaning it outperforms roughly 91.7% of all recorded combos for this game. The rank is surprisingly high given the GPU's low standalone benchmark percentile of 5, but it reflects the game's specific optimization for CPU performance.

The combo rank is a direct result of the CPU's strong position in the overall processor landscape. The 5800X3D's percentile of 80 against all CPUs means it is in the top 20% of processors, and in a game like Valorant that heavily favors CPU throughput, this dominates the overall score. The GPU's contribution is secondary, but the data shows that it is sufficient to maintain high frame rates even at 4K.

When interpreting this rank, it is important to consider that the database includes combos with much more powerful dedicated GPUs. The fact that this combo with an integrated GPU ranks in the 2645th position out of 2883 indicates that the CPU is carrying the performance load. For comparison, the GPU's nearest rivals are all older discrete parts from ATI and AMD, yet the combo still outperforms many systems with newer hardware due to the CPU's capabilities.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal preset depends on the target resolution and the user's refresh rate. For a 1080p display with a 144 Hz or 165 Hz refresh rate, the Low preset at 299 FPS provides a significant margin above the refresh rate, ensuring that frame drops will not cause visible stuttering. However, the Medium preset at 197 FPS still exceeds 144 Hz and provides better visual fidelity. The High preset at 187 FPS and Ultra at 178 FPS both remain above 144 Hz, so any preset is viable at 1080p for high-refresh gaming.

For 1440p displays, the Low preset at 255 FPS is ideal for a 240 Hz monitor, while the Medium preset at 168 FPS still exceeds 144 Hz. The High preset at 160 FPS is also above 144 Hz, but the Ultra preset at 152 FPS is just barely above that threshold, leaving less headroom for demanding scenes. The Medium preset offers a good balance between visual quality and performance at 1440p.

For 4K displays, the Low preset at 204 FPS is the only option that comfortably exceeds 144 Hz. The Medium preset at 134 FPS is suitable for a 120 Hz display, while the High preset at 128 FPS and Ultra at 122 FPS are also above 120 Hz but with less margin. For a 60 Hz 4K display, all presets are more than adequate, and the Ultra preset at 122 FPS provides the best visual experience without any risk of dropping below 60 FPS.

The recommendation is to prioritize the Low preset for competitive play at any resolution, as the frame rate headroom is substantial. For a balanced experience, the Medium preset is the best compromise, offering a 30-40 FPS improvement over High while maintaining similar visual quality to the higher presets in a fast-paced game like Valorant.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Valorant?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 299, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

Q: Does this combo maintain 144 FPS at 4K?

A: At 4K, the Low preset averages 204 FPS, the Medium preset averages 134 FPS, the High preset averages 128 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 122 FPS. Only the Low preset exceeds 144 FPS at 4K.

Q: How does the CPU's benchmark performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800X3D has an average benchmark score of 27896, which is within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (27887), Intel Core i9-10900K (27872), AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 (27932), and Intel Core i5-12600KF (27799).

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The Intel Arc B370 ranks in the 5th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 1184 from 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for the Medium preset at 1080p?

A: The minimum FPS for Medium settings at 1920x1080 is 167 FPS, with a maximum of 226 FPS and an average of 197 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank overall in the database for Valorant?

A: This combo ranks 2645 out of 2883 tested combinations for Valorant, placing it in the upper echelon of tested systems for this game.