Rust

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data for Rust with the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 shows a clear performance curve across resolutions and presets. At 4K (3840x2160), the combo delivers 42.6 FPS on High, 74.6 FPS on Low, 52.6 FPS on Medium, and 32.2 FPS on Ultra. The spread between Low and Ultra is substantial, with Ultra dropping to nearly half the frame rate of Low. High sits between Medium and Ultra at 42.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Low is the only 4K preset that clears the threshold comfortably, with a 22 FPS margin over the playable mark.

At 1440p (2560x1440), the situation improves considerably. Low runs at 128.8 FPS, Medium at 85.7 FPS, and High at 74.6 FPS. Ultra remains the outlier at 57.3 FPS, just 2.7 FPS short of the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that High and Medium both provide headroom above the playable mark, with High delivering 14.6 FPS more than the minimum required. Low offers more than double the threshold at 128.8 FPS, indicating that this preset leaves significant performance on the table for users who prefer maximum frame rates over visual fidelity.

At 1080p (1920x1080), all presets exceed 60 FPS. Low leads at 153.4 FPS, followed by Medium at 125.4 FPS, High at 106.2 FPS, and Ultra at 77.4 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 76 FPS, which shows how much headroom exists at this resolution. Even Ultra, the most demanding preset, runs 17.4 FPS above the playable threshold. The progression from Low to Medium adds 28 FPS, from Medium to High subtracts 19.2 FPS, and from High to Ultra subtracts another 28.8 FPS. The scaling suggests that Ultra imposes a significant cost over High, while Medium offers a balanced middle ground.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals in the database provide context for its performance. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE scores 17,482 on average, which is 0.1% behind the Ryzen 5 4600G's 17,507 average benchmark score. The Intel Core 7 150U scores 17,395, a 0.6% deficit. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE scores 17,614, which is 0.6% ahead, and the Intel Core i3-14100T scores 17,648, 0.8% ahead. These deltas are small enough that in real-world gaming, particularly in a GPU-bound title like Rust at higher resolutions, the CPU differences would likely be imperceptible. The Ryzen 5 4600G sits in the 71st percentile among all CPUs, meaning it outperforms roughly seven out of ten processors in the database.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 scores 17,208 on average and ranks in the 61st percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT at 17,083 (0.7% behind), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 at 17,037 (1% behind), and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M at 17,019 (1.1% behind). The NVIDIA Tesla K40c sits 1.5% ahead at 17,468. These margins are narrow, so systems built with the RX 7600 XT or even the older GTX 690 would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Rust. The GTX 690 and HD 7970M are both older architectures, yet their raw compute scores align closely with the RTX 3070, suggesting that in this specific game, the RTX 3070's architectural advantages do not translate into a dominant lead over these older cards.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Rust at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, but only on Low settings. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 on Low is 74.6 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium (52.6 FPS), High (42.6 FPS), and Ultra (32.2 FPS) all fall below the threshold.

Q: What is the best preset at 1440p for this combo?

A: High is the best playable preset at 2560x1440, delivering 74.6 FPS on average. Ultra runs at 57.3 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, so High is the most demanding preset that remains playable.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 1080p on Ultra?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 77.4, which is 17.4 FPS above the playable threshold. All presets at 1080p exceed 60 FPS, with Low reaching 153.4 FPS and Medium at 125.4 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 compare to the RX 7600 XT in this context?

A: The RTX 3070 has an average benchmark score of 17,208, while the RX 7600 XT scores 17,083. The RTX 3070 is 0.7% ahead, which is a negligible difference for gaming performance. In Rust, the two cards would produce nearly identical frame rates.

Q: What CPU alternatives are closest to the Ryzen 5 4600G?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE is 0.1% slower, the Intel Core 7 150U is 0.6% slower, the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE is 0.6% faster, and the Intel Core i3-14100T is 0.8% faster. All four sit within a 1.5% performance band.

Q: Is the system capable of 60 FPS at 4K on Medium or High?

A: No. Medium averages 52.6 FPS and High averages 42.6 FPS at 3840x2160. Both fail to reach the 60 FPS threshold. Only Low at 74.6 FPS is playable at 4K.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates that this system can run Rust, but the playable range depends heavily on the chosen resolution. At 3840x2160, only Low settings clear the 60 FPS threshold, delivering 74.6 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall short, with Ultra dropping to 32.2 FPS. At 2560x1440, the system handles High at 74.6 FPS, Medium at 85.7 FPS, and Low at 128.8 FPS, but Ultra sits at 57.3 FPS, just below the threshold. At 1920x1080, every preset is playable, with Ultra at 77.4 FPS and Low at 153.4 FPS.

The verdict by resolution is clear: 4K users must accept Low settings for a smooth experience, 1440p users can enjoy High settings, and 1080p users can max out the game on Ultra. The system is not capable of 60 FPS at 4K on Medium or higher, nor at 1440p on Ultra. For players who prioritize visual quality, 1080p Ultra is the sweet spot, while 1440p High offers a strong balance between detail and frame rate.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, with an average of 74.6 FPS. This provides a 14.6 FPS buffer above the playable threshold. Medium, High, and Ultra are all unplayable at this resolution, so Low is the only viable option for 4K gaming.

At 2560x1440, High is the best playable preset, averaging 74.6 FPS. Medium runs at 85.7 FPS and Low at 128.8 FPS, but High offers the highest visual quality while still clearing the threshold by 14.6 FPS. Ultra at 57.3 FPS is not playable, so users should stick with High for the best balance.

At 1920x1080, Ultra is the most demanding preset that remains playable, averaging 77.4 FPS. This clears the threshold by 17.4 FPS, giving users a comfortable margin. Medium at 125.4 FPS and High at 106.2 FPS are also strong options, but Ultra maximizes visual fidelity without sacrificing playability.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination ranks 1,632 out of 3,723 tested combos in the database for Rust. This places the system in the upper half of all tested configurations, specifically in the 56th percentile. The ranking reflects that while the combo handles 1080p and 1440p well, it struggles at 4K beyond Low settings. The RTX 3070's 61st percentile GPU ranking and the Ryzen 5 4600G's 71st percentile CPU ranking suggest that the CPU is slightly stronger relative to its peers than the GPU, but both contribute to a system that is solidly mid-tier for this game.

The rank of 1,632 out of 3,723 means there are 2,091 combos that perform worse and 1,631 that perform better. For a system with a 65 W CPU and a 220 W GPU, this result is consistent with the hardware's position in the database. The combo does not reach the top tier of Rust performance, but it delivers playable frame rates at all tested resolutions on at least one preset, which is more than many lower-ranked configurations can claim.