Rust

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 delivers a robust performance profile in Rust, with benchmark results showing a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the combination produces an average frame rate of 215.4 FPS on Low settings, dropping to 93.8 FPS on Ultra, while at 2560x1440 the range extends from 149.9 FPS on Low down to 64.3 FPS on Ultra. The 3840x2160 results are more constrained, with the Low preset achieving 85.7 FPS average and the Ultra preset falling to 40.7 FPS. These measured values, drawn from direct testing, indicate the hardware is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gameplay at lower resolutions and remains viable at 4K with adjusted settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of how this combo handles Rust across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the Low preset yields an average of 215.4 FPS, which is the highest recorded value in the entire dataset. The Medium preset delivers 143.1 FPS, High reaches 120.8 FPS, and Ultra drops to 93.8 FPS. This progression shows a steady decline of roughly 20-25% with each step up in quality, but even the most demanding preset at this resolution stays well above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance characteristics shift noticeably. The Low preset averages 149.9 FPS, which remains exceptionally high, while Medium produces 97.6 FPS. High comes in at 87.1 FPS, and Ultra settles at 64.3 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is approximately 57%, indicating that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as pixel count increases, though all presets still clear the 60 FPS mark.

At 3840x2160, the performance envelope tightens considerably. The Low preset averages 85.7 FPS, which is still playable, but Medium drops to 59.3 FPS, just below the 60 FPS threshold. High averages 50.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 40.7 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra at this resolution is over 50%, demonstrating that 4K gaming requires careful settings management. Notably, the min and max FPS fields are null across all measurements, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific CPU-GPU combination holds a combo rank of 995 out of 3,723 tested combinations for Rust. This places the setup in the top 27% of all recorded configurations, which is a strong showing given the breadth of hardware tested. The percentile ranking for the CPU alone stands at 83, meaning it outperforms 83% of all processors in the database, while the GPU sits at the 68th percentile among all graphics cards. The combination of a high-tier CPU with an upper-mid-range GPU produces a balanced system that handles Rust's demanding simulation and rendering workloads effectively.

The combo rank reflects the synergy between the i5-14400F's strong multi-threaded capabilities and the RTX 3080's substantial rasterization power. Rust is known for heavy CPU usage due to its large persistent world and entity counts, so the processor's 10 cores and 16 threads contribute significantly to the overall result. The GPU's 10 GB of GDDR6X memory and 760.3 GB/s bandwidth also play a role in texture streaming and draw call handling. While the rank is not at the very top, it indicates that this configuration delivers consistent, above-average performance relative to the broader hardware landscape.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU provide context for how the i5-14400F compares to other processors in the database. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U has an average score of 32,233, which is a delta of 0.1% compared to the i5-14400F's average benchmark score of 32,279. This places the two essentially on par, with a negligible performance difference. The Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32,226, representing a 0.2% delta, and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32,354, which is -0.2% relative to the i5-14400F. The Intel Core i7-12800H rounds out the group with a score of 32,121 and a 0.5% delta. These rivals suggest that users with any of these CPUs would experience nearly identical frame rates in Rust, assuming the same GPU is paired with them.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals present a more mixed picture. The NVIDIA P106-100 has an average score of 23,249, which is -0.3% compared to the RTX 3080's 23,172. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 scores 23,250 (-0.3%), the AMD Radeon RX 6600M scores 23,273 (-0.4%), and the AMD Radeon R9 M290X scores 23,276 (-0.4%). These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, indicating that these GPUs would produce nearly identical performance in Rust when paired with the same CPU. However, it is importantly some of these alternatives are mobile or professional parts, so their availability in desktop systems may vary.

The Verdict

Based on the verdictByResolution data, this PC can run Rust with playable frame rates at all three tested resolutions, provided the settings are chosen appropriately. At 1920x1080, all four presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra averaging 93.8 FPS. This makes the resolution fully playable at maximum quality. At 2560x1440, the same holds true: every preset achieves at least 60 FPS, with Ultra averaging 64.3 FPS, so gamers can enjoy the highest settings without compromise.

At 3840x2160, the situation becomes more restrictive. Only the Low preset, averaging 85.7 FPS, is classified as playable. The Medium preset drops to 59.3 FPS, just under the 60 FPS playable threshold, while High and Ultra fall further to 50.8 FPS and 40.7 FPS respectively. Therefore, 4K gaming is viable only with Low settings, which still delivers a smooth experience but sacrifices visual fidelity. For users with 4K displays, the recommendation is clear: stick to Low settings or consider lowering the resolution to 2560x1440 for a better balance of quality and performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions and presets reveals how the CPU and GPU divide responsibilities in Rust. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extremely high across all presets, suggesting that the CPU is the primary driver of performance. The jump from Ultra (93.8 FPS) to Low (215.4 FPS) represents a 130% increase, which is a substantial gain that points to the GPU being underutilized at lower resolutions. The i5-14400F's strong single-threaded performance, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,055, helps maintain high frame rates even with lighter GPU loads.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on a more significant role. The frame rate drop from Low (149.9 FPS) to Ultra (64.3 FPS) is 57%, which is smaller than at 1080p but still notable. At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. The difference between Low (85.7 FPS) and Ultra (40.7 FPS) is 53%, and the overall frame rates are much lower than at lower resolutions. This indicates that the RTX 3080's compute and memory bandwidth are being pushed to their limits at 4K, while the CPU has more headroom. The data shows that Rust scales predictably with resolution: the CPU dominates at 1080p, the balance shifts at 1440p, and the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is identified as the best settings. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset achieves 93.8 FPS, making it the optimal choice for maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also qualifies, averaging 64.3 FPS, which clears the threshold by a narrow margin. Gamers at this resolution can run the game at full settings and still enjoy a responsive experience.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only option that stays above 60 FPS, with an average of 85.7 FPS. While this is a significant step down in visual fidelity, it ensures playability. The Medium preset falls just short at 59.3 FPS, so it is not recommended for a consistent 60 FPS experience. Users who prioritize frame rate over graphics should select Low at 4K, while those with adaptive sync displays might tolerate Medium despite the slight dip below the threshold.

FAQ

Q: What average FPS does this combo achieve at 1920x1080 on Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 93.8, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Is this PC capable of running Rust at 3840x2160 with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, but only with the Low preset, which averages 85.7 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 60 FPS, with averages of 59.3, 50.8, and 40.7 respectively.

Q: How does the i5-14400F compare to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U in average benchmark score?

A: The i5-14400F has an average benchmark score of 32,279, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32,233, a delta of 0.1% — essentially identical performance.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all graphics cards in the database?

A: The RTX 3080 ranks at the 68th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23,172.

Q: Which component becomes the bottleneck at 3840x2160 in Rust?

A: At 3840x2160, the GPU is the limiting factor, as frame rates drop significantly across presets, with Ultra averaging only 40.7 FPS compared to 85.7 on Low.

Q: Does the combo rank in the top half of all tested configurations for Rust?

A: Yes, the combo ranks 995 out of 3,723 tested combinations, placing it in the top 27% of all recorded configurations.