Rust

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers a broad range of performance in Rust, from a solid 1080p experience to a playable 4K setup when settings are adjusted. The data shows that this pairing is capable of high frame rates at mainstream resolutions, with the primary limitations appearing only at 4K with the most demanding presets. Benchmark results indicate that the system's performance profile is well understood through its measured scores and its position relative to other hardware configurations.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this system each have close competitors according to their aggregate benchmark scores. For the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X, the nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 9015, which has an average score of 57555, a negligible 0.1% difference. The AMD EPYC 7313 is also a near-identical performer with a score of 57399, just 0.2% behind. On the Intel side, the Core i9-14900 scores 58115, which is 1.1% higher, while the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M leads this group with a score of 58323, putting it 1.4% ahead. These deltas are all within the margin of error for synthetic benchmarks, meaning a user moving between these processors would see virtually identical performance in CPU-bound scenarios.

On the graphics side, the RTX 4070 SUPER has similarly close rivals. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB scores 43262, a 0.1% difference, and the GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile matches with a score of 43268. The Quadro M6000 non-24GB version scores 43301, just 0.2% ahead. The most notable rival is the RTX 4090 Mobile, which scores 43667, putting it 1% ahead of the desktop 4070 SUPER. This suggests that in GPU-bound scenes, this desktop card will perform nearly identically to those alternatives, with the RTX 4090 Mobile offering only a marginal edge.

Given these figures, a system built with any of the listed rival CPUs would behave almost exactly like the 9900X in Rust. Similarly, swapping the RTX 4070 SUPER for any of its nearest GPU rivals would produce frame rates that are statistically indistinguishable in most gameplay scenarios. The practical takeaway is that this combination sits in a highly competitive performance tier where component choice within this group yields no meaningful advantage.

CPU and GPU Roles

The relationship between the CPU and GPU in this system changes depending on the resolution and preset. At 1920x1080, the performance is exceptionally high, with the Low preset hitting 248 FPS and Ultra still reaching 106.4 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at this resolution shows a 141.6 FPS drop, which is a 57% reduction. This pattern indicates that the GPU becomes progressively more stressed as settings increase, but even at Ultra, the frame rate remains well above the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting the CPU is not a limiting factor at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain very high, but the GPU load increases. The Low preset delivers 171.8 FPS, while Ultra drops to 77.1 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra here is 94.7 FPS, a 55% decrease. This is a slightly smaller percentage drop than at 1080p, which is typical because the higher resolution begins to shift more work onto the GPU, though the CPU still has ample headroom given the high absolute frame rates.

The 3840x2160 results reveal a clear shift. At 4K, the Low preset produces 104.6 FPS, but High drops to 56.1 FPS and Ultra falls to 47.1 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 57.5 FPS drop, which is a 55% reduction, similar in percentage to the other resolutions. However, the key difference is that the absolute numbers are much lower. This indicates that at 4K, the GPU is the dominant bottleneck, as the frame rate drops below the 60 FPS threshold at High and Ultra settings. The CPU, which has enough power to drive over 100 FPS even at 4K Low, is no longer the constraint; the RTX 4070 SUPER is fully saturated.

The data suggests that for most settings at 1080p and 1440p, the CPU and GPU are well balanced, with neither component fully maxed out. At 4K with higher presets, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. The CPU's role is most evident at 1080p Low, where 248 FPS demonstrates its ability to feed the GPU efficiently, but the overall experience is GPU-bound at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a detailed view of the system's capabilities across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 248 FPS, which is the highest score recorded for this combination. The Medium preset follows with 169.9 FPS, High with 141.8 FPS, and Ultra with 106.4 FPS. All of these are far above the playable threshold of 60 FPS, indicating a very smooth experience at this resolution regardless of settings.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves 171.8 FPS, Medium hits 115 FPS, High reaches 100.8 FPS, and Ultra maintains 77.1 FPS. The pattern is consistent, with each preset step reducing performance by a similar margin. The Ultra setting at 1440p still provides a comfortable margin over 60 FPS, making it viable for high-refresh-rate gaming.

The 3840x2160 results show more variation. The Low preset produces 104.6 FPS, which is surprisingly high for 4K. The Medium preset drops to 65.8 FPS, still above the threshold but with less headroom. The High preset falls to 56.1 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target, and Ultra drops further to 47.1 FPS. These numbers clearly show that 4K gaming is only feasible with Low or Medium settings for a consistent 60 FPS experience. The gap between Medium and High at 4K is 9.7 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is another 9 FPS, showing a steep drop-off in the most demanding presets.

Across all resolutions, the scaling from Low to Ultra is consistent in percentage terms, but the absolute values at 4K highlight the GPU's limitations. The minimum and maximum FPS figures are not provided in the data, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates, which are sufficient to establish the playability profile.

The Verdict

This PC can run Rust, but the experience varies significantly by resolution and preset. At 1920x1080, all four settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clear the 60 FPS threshold with ease. The Ultra preset delivers 106.4 FPS, which is nearly double the playable threshold, ensuring a very smooth experience on standard 1080p monitors and even some high-refresh-rate displays.

At 2560x1440, the system also clears 60 FPS on all presets. The most demanding Ultra setting achieves 77.1 FPS, providing a solid experience for 1440p gaming. The High preset at 100.8 FPS is particularly well-suited for competitive play, as it offers a high frame rate without the visual compromise of lower settings.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is more nuanced. The Low and Medium presets are playable, with averages of 104.6 FPS and 65.8 FPS respectively. However, the High preset at 56.1 FPS and Ultra at 47.1 FPS fall short of the 60 FPS target. This means that 4K gaming is possible but requires a compromise on visual quality to maintain a consistent frame rate. For users with a 4K display, the Medium preset is the highest setting that reliably exceeds 60 FPS.

In summary, the system is fully capable of running Rust at 1080p and 1440p with maximum settings, and at 4K with medium settings. The data confirms that this is a high-performance combination for the game, with the only caveat being the expected GPU limitation at 4K Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination ranks 519th out of 3723 tested combos for Rust. This places it in the top 14% of all configurations in the database. The percentile is notable because it shows that this pairing outperforms the vast majority of systems tested for this game, despite not being a top-tier extreme setup.

The rank of 519 indicates that there are 518 other combinations that produce higher average frame rates in Rust, but the majority of those likely feature more powerful GPUs or CPUs. Given that the RTX 4070 SUPER is an upper-mid-range card and the 9900X is a high-end desktop processor, this ranking is consistent with their individual benchmark positions. The CPU ranks in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU ranks in the 83rd percentile, so the combined score reflects their strengths.

For context, the rank means that this system is well above the median configuration. Most users with this hardware will experience performance that is better than 86% of the tested setups. This is a strong result for a 12-core CPU paired with a 12 GB graphics card. The ranking also suggests that while there are faster systems, the difference in real-world FPS may be marginal in many games, though for Rust specifically, the 4K Ultra setting is the only area where this combo falls short of the 60 FPS target.

Best Settings per Resolution

The best settings are determined by the most demanding preset that maintains an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, delivering 106.4 FPS. This is the maximum quality setting and it still provides a significant buffer above the playable threshold. There is no reason to lower settings at this resolution unless aiming for very high refresh rates above 144 Hz.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also achieves the best balance, with 77.1 FPS. This is above 60 FPS and offers the highest visual fidelity. Users with 1440p 144 Hz monitors might prefer the High preset at 100.8 FPS for a smoother experience, but for a strict 60 FPS target, Ultra is the answer.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the best setting that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of 65.8 FPS. The High preset drops to 56.1 FPS, which is below the threshold, so it is not recommended for a consistent 60 FPS experience. The Low preset at 104.6 FPS is also playable, but Medium offers a better visual experience while still clearing the target. For 4K users, Medium is the optimal compromise between image quality and performance. The data shows that this system cannot handle 4K Ultra in Rust, but it provides a very playable experience at Medium, which is a strong result for a 12-core CPU and a 12 GB GPU.