Rust

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT ranks 1022nd out of 3723 tested combinations for Rust. That places this configuration in the upper third of all recorded combos, meaning it sits comfortably ahead of the median system in the database. The ranking reflects a pairing where the GPU is far more capable than the CPU, and the data shows the combo's overall position is heavily influenced by the graphics card's strong raw output.

The CPU itself, the Core i5-11400F, holds a 71st percentile ranking among all processors in the database, with an average benchmark score of 17177. Its nearest rivals in the CPU benchmark data are the AMD EPYC 7H12 (17120, 0.3% higher), the Intel Core i5-12450H (17239, 0.4% lower), the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (17278, 0.6% lower), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U (17074, 0.6% higher). These are all within a single percentage point of each other, which indicates that for CPU-bound workloads, the i5-11400F sits in a tight cluster of similarly performing parts.

The GPU, the Radeon RX 9070 XT, sits at a 55th percentile among all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 13543. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon HD 7770M (13536, 0.1% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 (13515, 0.2% higher), the NVIDIA P106-090 (13470, 0.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon Pro 555 (13407, 1.0% higher). These deltas are remarkably small, meaning the RX 9070 XT's average score in the database is essentially identical to those older cards, though the RX 9070 XT offers far more modern features and memory capacity.

In Rust specifically, the combination's rank of 1022 out of 3723 suggests that despite the GPU's mid-tier percentile ranking in general benchmarks, the game's engine responds very well to this particular pairing. The measured FPS data supports this: even at 4K Ultra, the combo still delivers over 40 FPS, and at lower resolutions it easily clears the 60 FPS threshold on the most demanding preset.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Rust at 60 FPS on a 4K monitor?

A: Yes, but only on Medium settings. The recorded data shows 61.2 FPS average at 3840x2160 with Medium settings. Low settings run at 89.8 FPS, while High drops to 52.5 FPS and Ultra falls to 40.8 FPS.

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

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce an average of 65.2 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. All four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at this resolution.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in raw multi-threaded performance?

A: The Core i5-11400F scores 17177 on average. Its nearest competitors are the AMD EPYC 7H12 (17120, 0.3% faster), the Intel Core i5-12450H (17239, 0.4% slower), the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (17278, 0.6% slower), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U (17074, 0.6% faster). The differences are negligible in practice.

Q: Is the RX 9070 XT significantly faster than its nearest GPU rivals?

A: No, the average benchmark scores are nearly identical. The RX 9070 XT scores 13543, with the AMD Radeon HD 7770M at 13536 (0.1% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 at 13515 (0.2% higher), the NVIDIA P106-090 at 13470 (0.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon Pro 555 at 13407 (1.0% higher). The deltas are all under one percent.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average is 126.3 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings. Medium runs at 153.1 FPS, Low at 174 FPS, and Ultra at 95.2 FPS.

Q: At which resolution does the combo struggle to maintain 60 FPS?

A: Only at 3840x2160 on High and Ultra settings. High averages 52.5 FPS and Ultra averages 40.8 FPS, both below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Low and Medium both clear 60 FPS at this resolution.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear pattern in how the CPU and GPU divide responsibility across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is largely GPU-bound at lower settings, but the gap between presets tells the story. Low settings produce 174 FPS, Medium drops to 153.1 FPS, High falls to 126.3 FPS, and Ultra settles at 95.2 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 45% reduction in frame rate, which indicates that the GPU is doing most of the heavy lifting as settings increase. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads boosting to 4.40 GHz, has enough headroom to keep feeding the GPU at these frame rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern persists but with a narrower spread. Low settings run at 153.4 FPS, Medium at 106.7 FPS, High at 86 FPS, and Ultra at 65.2 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 57%, which is slightly steeper than at 1080p. This suggests that as resolution increases, the GPU's pixel throughput becomes more dominant, while the CPU's role in feeding draw calls and game logic stays relatively constant. The CPU's single-thread score of 868 in 3dmark and 2024 in Cinebench R23 indicates it can handle Rust's primary thread without becoming a bottleneck at these settings.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. Low settings yield 89.8 FPS, Medium drops to 61.2 FPS, High falls to 52.5 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 40.8 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 55% reduction, similar to 1440p, but the absolute numbers are much lower. The RX 9070 XT's 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and 644.6 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 4K textures, but the raw compute power, 48.66 TFLOPS FP32, is not enough to sustain high preset frame rates at this resolution. The CPU's role here is diminished, as the GPU is clearly the bottleneck.

The verdict data confirms this split: at 1080p and 1440p, all presets are playable, meaning the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output. At 4K, only Low and Medium are playable, which reinforces that the GPU's performance ceiling is what limits the combo at higher resolutions. The CPU's multi-threaded score of 14340 in Cinebench R23 and its 71st percentile ranking suggest it has ample headroom for Rust's server-side and client-side processing, but the GPU's mid-tier percentile ranking (55th) becomes the deciding factor at 4K.

The Verdict

This PC can run Rust, and it does so well at most settings. The recorded verdict data shows that at 1920x1080, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the best playable setting being Ultra at 95.2 FPS average. At 2560x1440, the same is true: all presets are playable, and Ultra runs at 65.2 FPS average. At 3840x2160, the combo can still deliver playable frame rates, but only on Low (89.8 FPS) and Medium (61.2 FPS). High (52.5 FPS) and Ultra (40.8 FPS) fall below the 60 FPS threshold.

The practical takeaway is that this is a strong 1080p and 1440p machine for Rust, capable of running the game at maximum settings with room to spare. For 4K users, Medium settings are the ceiling for smooth gameplay, and dropping to Low provides a comfortable margin. The combo's rank of 1022 out of 3723 confirms that it sits well above the median system, and the measured FPS data aligns with that positioning. If you own a 1440p monitor, this is a no-compromise setup for Rust. If you own a 4K display, you will need to accept Medium settings or lower for a consistent 60 FPS experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings average 174 FPS, Medium averages 153.1 FPS, High averages 126.3 FPS, and Ultra averages 95.2 FPS. The step from Low to Medium costs about 21 FPS, from Medium to High costs about 27 FPS, and from High to Ultra costs about 31 FPS. The scaling is roughly linear, with each preset tier costing a similar amount of performance.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but the gaps between presets widen. Low averages 153.4 FPS, Medium averages 106.7 FPS, High averages 86 FPS, and Ultra averages 65.2 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is 47 FPS, which is a significant jump, while Medium to High costs about 21 FPS and High to Ultra costs about 21 FPS. The Ultra preset barely clears the 60 FPS threshold, with only 5.2 FPS of headroom.

At 3840x2160, the combo's limits become apparent. Low averages 89.8 FPS, Medium averages 61.2 FPS, High averages 52.5 FPS, and Ultra averages 40.8 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 28.6 FPS, and Medium to High costs 8.7 FPS, while High to Ultra costs 11.7 FPS. The Medium preset is the only one that both clears 60 FPS and offers reasonable visual quality, with just 1.2 FPS of margin above the threshold.

The data shows no min or max FPS recordings, only averages, so the analysis relies on the mean values. The overall pattern is consistent: the RX 9070 XT scales predictably with resolution and settings, and the CPU does not introduce any visible stutter or inconsistency based on the recorded averages.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, with an average of 61.2 FPS. This leaves a slim margin of 1.2 FPS above the playable threshold, so users who prefer extra headroom may opt for Low (89.8 FPS) instead. Ultra (40.8 FPS) and High (52.5 FPS) are not viable for smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is the best playable setting, averaging 65.2 FPS. This provides 5.2 FPS of headroom above the threshold, which is acceptable but not generous. High (86 FPS) offers a safer margin, while Medium (106.7 FPS) and Low (153.4 FPS) are far above the threshold. The Ultra preset is recommended for users who prioritize visual fidelity.

At 1920x1080, Ultra is also the best playable setting, averaging 95.2 FPS. This gives 35.2 FPS of headroom, which is comfortable for most gameplay scenarios. High (126.3 FPS), Medium (153.1 FPS), and Low (174 FPS) all provide even higher frame rates, but Ultra is the clear recommendation for the best visual experience without sacrificing playability.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-11400F's nearest rivals in the database are all within a single percentage point of its average score. The AMD EPYC 7H12 scores 0.3% higher, the Intel Core i5-12450H scores 0.4% lower, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G scores 0.6% lower, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U scores 0.6% higher. Any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in Rust, assuming the GPU and memory configuration remain the same. The i5-11400F's 6 cores and 12 threads, with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, are the key characteristics that define its behavior, and these rivals fall in the same performance envelope.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT's nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon HD 7770M (0.1% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 (0.2% higher), the NVIDIA P106-090 (0.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon Pro 555 (1.0% higher). These deltas are all under one percent, meaning that in the database's average benchmark scores, these cards are effectively interchangeable. However, the RX 9070 XT has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and a 256-bit bus, which gives it a significant advantage in memory-intensive scenarios like Rust at high resolutions. The rivals listed here may have less memory or older architectures, so while their average scores are similar, real-world Rust performance could differ based on VRAM capacity.

In terms of the combo's overall rank, the 1022nd position out of 3723 combos indicates that many other CPU-GPU pairings deliver similar or better Rust performance. The data suggests that users with a CPU in the same performance class as the i5-11400F and a GPU in the same class as the RX 9070 XT should expect comparable frame rates. The tight clustering of the nearest rivals for both components reinforces that this combo sits in a well-populated performance tier, where small variations in hardware do not translate to meaningful differences in Rust.