Rust

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i5-11400F sits in a tightly clustered group of processors according to the database's average benchmark scores. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7H12, scores 17,120, a mere 0.3% below the i5-11400F's 17,177 average. On the other side, the Intel Core i5-12450H posts 17,239, which is only 0.4% higher. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G and Intel Core Ultra 7 164U round out the immediate alternatives, with scores of 17,278 and 17,074, representing deltas of -0.6% and +0.6% respectively. For gaming workloads, any of these chips would deliver nearly indistinguishable frame rates, as the performance gap between the closest four alternatives never exceeds 1.2 percentage points.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, the GPU comparison field is equally tight at the top. The AMD Radeon 8060S trails by just 0.6% with an average score of 55,757 against the RTX 5080's 56,083. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB comes within 0.7%, scoring 55,698. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is 2.3% behind at 54,828, while the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE actually leads the RTX 5080 by 2.2% with a score of 57,367. In practical terms, a system builder swapping between these GPUs would see frame rate differences of only a few percent in most scenarios, meaning the choice between them should hinge on other factors like feature support rather than raw rasterization throughput.

What this means for Rust specifically is that the i5-11400F pairs with a GPU that is substantially more powerful in synthetic benchmarks. The CPU's 71st percentile ranking among all tested processors contrasts with the GPU's 87th percentile, indicating the graphics card is the dominant component in this pairing. Users coming from a weaker CPU but similar GPU would see comparable performance, while those upgrading from a stronger CPU with this same GPU might notice the processor becoming a limiting factor at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this specific combination at rank 511 out of 3,723 tested system configurations for Rust, which puts it in the top 13.7% of all recorded combinations. This is a strong showing, though not an elite one, given that the RTX 5080 is a high-end card and the i5-11400F is a mid-range processor from an older generation.

The ranking reflects the balance between the two components. The GPU's 87th percentile performance pulls the combo upward, while the CPU's 71st percentile anchors it below the absolute top tier. In a game like Rust, which is known to be CPU-sensitive in certain scenarios, the i5-11400F's six cores and twelve threads at up to 4.40 GHz boost are adequate but not exceptional. The data indicates that systems with newer high-end CPUs paired with this GPU would likely rank higher, while those with weaker GPUs would fall further down the list.

For context, being at rank 511 means there are 510 tested combinations that deliver higher performance in Rust, and 3,212 that deliver lower. This places the combo comfortably in the upper tier, suitable for high-refresh-rate gaming at most settings, as the FPS measurements will show.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded measurements cover three resolutions and four preset levels, with some entries including minimum and maximum frame rates. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the combo delivers an average of 175 FPS on Low settings, 150 FPS on Medium, 141 FPS on High, and 128 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 128 FPS and a maximum of 173 FPS, indicating a very stable experience with no dips below the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages remain high. Low settings produce 154 FPS, Medium drops slightly to 133 FPS, High comes in at 116 FPS, and Ultra still manages 88 FPS. The Medium preset at this resolution records a minimum of 113 FPS and a maximum of 152 FPS, which means even the worst-case frame time stays well above 60 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a typical resolution penalty: roughly 10-30% lower averages depending on the preset, with the largest relative drop occurring at Ultra settings.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes more dramatically. Low settings still deliver a playable 121 FPS average, and Medium drops to 81 FPS with a minimum of 69 FPS and a maximum of 94 FPS. High settings produce 69 FPS on average, which clears the 60 FPS threshold but leaves less headroom. Ultra settings fall to 52 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The 4K Ultra result demonstrates that this combo cannot maintain 60 FPS at the highest quality preset, though it comes close enough that minor settings tweaks would likely close the gap.

Notably, the database only provides min and max values for the Medium preset at each resolution. This suggests the other presets were measured with average-only tracking, but the available data shows a consistent pattern: the combo scales well from 1080p through 1440p, and remains viable at 4K except for the most demanding preset.

The Verdict

This PC can run Rust effectively at all three tested resolutions, provided the user selects appropriate settings. At 1920x1080, every preset from Low to Ultra clears 60 FPS, with the Ultra preset averaging 128 FPS, which is more than double the playable threshold. This makes 1080p gaming on this combo a non-issue regardless of quality preference.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is similarly positive. All four presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 88 FPS. The best settings according to the database are Ultra, since it delivers the highest visual quality while still maintaining a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. Even the minimum recorded frame rate at Medium, 113 FPS, is far above the threshold, suggesting no stutter or hitching issues at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the situation requires more careful consideration. The database lists High, Low, and Medium as playable settings, with High being the best choice at 69 FPS average. Ultra falls to 52 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Users with 4K displays should stick to High settings for a smooth experience, or accept the visual trade-offs of Medium or Low for higher frame rates. The Low preset at 4K delivers 121 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play, while High offers the best balance of quality and performance.

In summary, this combo is fully capable of running Rust at 60 FPS or higher at 1080p and 1440p with any preset, and at 4K with High settings or lower. The only configuration that fails the 60 FPS test is 4K Ultra.

CPU and GPU Roles

The relative importance of the CPU versus the GPU in this pairing shifts noticeably across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the CPU's influence is most pronounced. The gap between Low (175 FPS) and Ultra (128 FPS) is 47 FPS, a 27% reduction. This relatively modest spread suggests the i5-11400F is capable of feeding the RTX 5080 enough data to keep frame rates high even at the lowest settings, where the GPU has less work to do. If the CPU were a severe bottleneck, the Low preset would show much higher frame rates that the GPU could not sustain, but the data shows a smooth progression.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on more responsibility. The spread from Low (154 FPS) to Ultra (88 FPS) is 66 FPS, a 43% reduction. This larger percentage drop indicates that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor as pixel count increases. The CPU still has enough headroom to push high frame rates at Low settings, but the rendering load at Ultra starts to outpace what the RTX 5080 can deliver.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant component. The spread from Low (121 FPS) to Ultra (52 FPS) is 69 FPS, a 57% reduction. The Ultra preset drops below 60 FPS, which is a direct consequence of the GPU's rendering limits at 4K. The CPU's role diminishes further, as even the lowest settings cannot push the frame rate above 121 FPS, a figure that is still high but well below the 175 FPS seen at 1080p Low.

The scaling between resolutions reinforces this interpretation. From 1080p Ultra (128 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (88 FPS), the drop is 31%, and from 1440p Ultra to 4K Ultra (52 FPS), the drop is 41%. This accelerating decline with resolution is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance. Conversely, the Low preset only drops from 175 FPS at 1080p to 154 FPS at 1440p, a 12% reduction, and then to 121 FPS at 4K, a 21% reduction from 1440p. The smaller relative drops at Low settings indicate that the CPU can keep up, but the GPU's workload scales more steeply with resolution.

For users seeking higher frame rates at 4K, the data suggests that upgrading the GPU would yield the largest benefit, as the RTX 5080 is already the limiting factor at that resolution. At 1080p, however, a faster CPU might provide marginal gains, particularly in CPU-heavy scenes that are not captured by these average measurements.

FAQ

Q: What is the best preset for 4K gaming with this combo?

A: The database lists High as the best playable setting at 3840x2160, with an average of 69 FPS. Ultra falls below the 60 FPS threshold at 52 FPS average.

Q: Can this system hit 60 FPS at 1440p with maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 88, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold by a comfortable margin.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400F has an average benchmark score of 17,177. Its closest rival, the AMD EPYC 7H12, scores 17,120, which is 0.3% lower. The Intel Core i5-12450H scores 17,239, 0.4% higher.

Q: Is the RTX 5080 significantly faster than its closest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 5080 scores 56,083 on average. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57,367, which is 2.2% higher. The AMD Radeon 8060S is 0.6% lower at 55,757. The differences are small enough to be within run-to-run variance in many games.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The recorded data shows an average of 150 FPS, with a minimum of 128 FPS and a maximum of 173 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Does the combo rank highly among all tested systems for Rust?

A: The combination ranks 511th out of 3,723 tested combos, placing it in the top 13.7% of all recorded configurations.