Rust

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT delivers a performance profile in Rust that is heavily dependent on the chosen resolution and graphics preset. The measured data shows a clear hierarchy of playability, ranging from a highly capable 1080p experience to a configuration that struggles at 4K Ultra. This analysis breaks down the exact frame rates, compares the hardware to its nearest rivals, and interprets what the benchmark results imply for gamers.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results for Rust with this hardware configuration reveal a consistent pattern of performance scaling across the three tested resolutions and four quality settings. At the most demanding setting, 3840x2160 Ultra, the average frame rate drops to 29.7 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playability threshold. Stepping down to 3840x2160 High improves the average to 38.4 FPS, still insufficient for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 4K yields 45.9 FPS, while the Low preset is the only playable option at this resolution, achieving an average of 70.2 FPS. This represents a significant jump from the Medium preset, showing that the Low setting is substantially less demanding on the GPU.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance picture becomes much more favorable. The Ultra preset averages 50.8 FPS, which remains below the 60 FPS target. However, the High preset delivers a solid 71.1 FPS average, and the Medium preset reaches 78.1 FPS. The Low preset at this resolution is exceptionally fast, with an average of 117.7 FPS. The data shows that 1440p High is the sweet spot for this combination, offering a comfortable margin above the playability threshold.

At 1920x1080, the results are uniformly excellent. The most demanding Ultra preset still manages an average of 72.9 FPS, while the High preset reaches 97.7 FPS. The Medium preset jumps to 117.5 FPS, and the Low preset produces an average of 171.1 FPS. This indicates that at 1080p, the RX 6750 XT has ample headroom, and the CPU is not a limiting factor at any preset. The frame rate progression from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a smooth curve, with the Ultra preset costing roughly 57% of the performance of the Low preset.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provides context for how this combo compares to other hardware. The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, which scores 25284, a delta of 0%. This means the i5-13400F and the Ryzen 9 6900HS have virtually identical average processing power. The Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362, which is 0.3% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365, also 0.3% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H trails by 0.4% with a score of 25201. These tiny deltas indicate that in CPU-bound scenarios, this combo would behave nearly identically to systems using those rival processors.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT has an average benchmark score of 26011, placing it in the 71st percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rival is the AMD Radeon R9 M395X with a score of 25891, a delta of 0.5% lower. The AMD FirePro W7100 scores 25856, which is 0.6% lower, and the AMD FirePro D700 scores 25842, 0.7% lower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile scores 25740, which is 1.1% lower. Since these deltas are all under 1.5%, a system with any of these GPUs paired with the i5-13400F would produce frame rates in Rust that are within a few percent of the RX 6750 XT results, making them viable alternatives for similar performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The combined performance of the Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT in Rust is ranked at 1806 out of 3723 tested combinations. This places the combo in the upper half of all configurations, indicating a strong overall standing. The percentile ranking suggests that this system outperforms more than half of the tested hardware pairings in this specific game. While it is not at the top tier of performance, the rank of 1806 out of 3723 confirms that this is a mid-to-high-tier combination, capable of handling the game well at most settings. The data implies that while there are many faster combos, there are also a significant number of slower ones, making this a balanced selection for Rust.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly shows that this PC can run Rust smoothly, but the experience depends entirely on the chosen resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold with every preset, including Ultra, which averages 72.9 FPS. This means a 1080p monitor with a 60Hz refresh rate will see a fully playable experience at maximum visual quality. At 2560x1440, the verdict is also positive, with the High preset averaging 71.1 FPS and the Medium preset at 78.1 FPS. However, the Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 50.8 FPS, failing to reach 60 FPS. For 1440p, the best playable setting is High. At 3840x2160, the situation is more restrictive. Only the Low preset averages above 60 FPS, at 70.2 FPS. The High, Medium, and Ultra presets all fall short, with averages of 38.4, 45.9, and 29.7 FPS respectively. Therefore, this system is a capable 1080p and 1440p machine for Rust, but 4K gaming requires significant graphical compromises.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling of frame rates across resolutions and presets reveals which component is the primary driver of performance in Rust. At 1920x1080, the jump from Low to Ultra costs 98.2 FPS, dropping from 171.1 to 72.9. This massive reduction is entirely due to the increased graphical load on the GPU. At 1080p, the CPU is likely not the bottleneck, as even the most demanding preset still achieves a high frame rate. The data suggests that at this resolution, the GPU’s capabilities are the limiting factor. Moving to 2560x1440, the pattern continues, with the Low preset at 117.7 FPS and the Ultra preset at 50.8 FPS. The 66.9 FPS difference between these settings again points to the GPU being the dominant component. The overall performance drop from 1080p Low to 1440p Low is 53.4 FPS, which is a significant reduction caused by the increased pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unquestionably the limiting factor. The Ultra preset produces a paltry 29.7 FPS, and even the High preset only reaches 38.4 FPS. The difference between 4K Low and 4K Ultra is 40.5 FPS, showing how heavily the GPU is taxed at this resolution. The CPU’s role appears to be secondary, as the frame rates are consistently tied to the graphics settings rather than any CPU-bound limitations. The fact that the 1080p Low preset reaches 171.1 FPS indicates that the i5-13400F has plenty of processing headroom to feed the GPU. The bottleneck in this combo is clearly the RX 6750 XT at higher resolutions and settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Rust at 60 FPS on a 1440p monitor?

A: Yes, but not at the highest settings. The benchmark data shows that at 2560x1440, the High preset averages 71.1 FPS, and the Medium preset averages 78.1 FPS, both above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset, however, only achieves 50.8 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting for 4K gaming with this hardware?

A: The only playable setting at 3840x2160 is Low, which averages 70.2 FPS. All other presets, High, Medium, and Ultra, fall below the 60 FPS target, averaging 38.4, 45.9, and 29.7 FPS respectively.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in processing power?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, which is exactly 0% different from the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS score of 25284. This indicates near-identical CPU performance for this pairing.

Q: Is the GPU strong enough for 1080p Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the data confirms that at 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 72.9 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The GPU has enough headroom for maximum settings at this resolution.

Q: What is the performance ranking of this specific combo?

A: The combination of the i5-13400F and RX 6750 XT is ranked 1806 out of 3723 tested combos in Rust. This places it in the upper half of all configurations tested.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 1080p with Low settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with the Low preset, the system averages 171.1 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded in the benchmark data for this combination.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is as follows. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, averaging 72.9 FPS. This delivers the maximum visual quality while still providing a smooth gameplay experience. At 2560x1440, the High preset is the optimal choice, averaging 71.1 FPS. This offers a strong balance between visual fidelity and performance, as the Ultra preset drops to 50.8 FPS. At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only option that clears the 60 FPS bar, averaging 70.2 FPS. This requires a significant sacrifice in visual quality to achieve playable frame rates at 4K.