Rust

This combination of an Intel Core i5-14400F and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers a very strong experience in Rust, comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold at every tested resolution and preset combination except for one. The data shows that this system is capable of high-refresh-rate gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K remains playable at most settings. The following analysis breaks down the measured performance, contextualizes the hardware's ranking, and provides practical guidance on the best settings to use.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Rust covers three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and four quality presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra). All figures represent average FPS, as minimum and maximum values were not provided in the dataset.

At 1920x1080, the RTX 4080 SUPER paired with the i5-14400F produces outstanding frame rates. The Low preset hits 220 FPS, which is the highest average recorded across all tests. Medium follows at 185.5 FPS, High at 161.6 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains a strong 124.5 FPS. This means that at 1080p, every preset clears the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin, with the gap between Low and Ultra being 95.5 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains very high. The Low preset delivers 191.6 FPS, which is only 28.4 FPS lower than the 1080p Low result. Medium produces 130.5 FPS, High drops to 114.3 FPS, and Ultra still holds at 87.1 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a performance reduction ranging from 12.9% (at Low) to 30.0% (at Ultra), indicating that the higher resolution places more stress on the GPU, but the system has ample headroom to maintain playable frame rates in all cases.

At 3840x2160, the results change more dramatically. The Low preset still achieves 115.3 FPS, which is well above the playable threshold. Medium drops to 76.5 FPS, and High manages 66 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, falls to 52.2 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playability threshold. This is the only configuration in the entire dataset that fails to meet the minimum playable standard. The drop from High to Ultra at 4K represents a 20.9% performance loss, while the jump from 1440p High (114.3 FPS) to 4K High (66 FPS) shows a steep 42.3% reduction, highlighting how demanding 4K rendering is on this game.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific CPU-GPU combination holds a strong position. The combo ranks 269th out of 3723 tested combinations, placing it in the top 7.2% of all systems tested in Rust. This ranking reflects the high performance level of both components, especially the RTX 4080 SUPER, which is an end-of-life product but still capable of delivering top-tier results.

The CPU itself, the Intel Core i5-14400F, sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 32279. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U (avg score 32233, deltaPct 0.1), the Intel Core i9-11900 (avg score 32226, deltaPct 0.2), and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS (avg score 32354, deltaPct -0.2). The i5-14400F performs essentially on par with these chips, with deltas of less than 0.5% in either direction. This suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck in most scenarios, as its processing power is comparable to several higher-tier mobile and desktop processors.

The GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, ranks at the 86th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54209. Its closest rival is the standard RTX 4080, which scores 54247 (deltaPct -0.1), making the SUPER variant virtually identical in raw compute performance. Other nearby rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54828, deltaPct -1.1) and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55698, deltaPct -2.7). The small deltas indicate that the RTX 4080 SUPER is firmly in the upper echelon of graphics cards, but it is not the absolute fastest, as several AMD cards score slightly higher in the aggregate benchmarks.

The high combo rank (269th) relative to the individual component percentiles (83rd for CPU, 86th for GPU) suggests that the pairing is well-balanced for Rust. The game appears to favor the GPU heavily, as evidenced by the FPS scaling across resolutions, so the RTX 4080 SUPER's strong performance carries the combo to a top-tier position.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals clear insights into which component matters more for Rust at different resolutions. The FPS scaling between 1080p and 4K indicates that the GPU is the dominant factor, especially at higher presets.

At 1920x1080, the CPU's role becomes more prominent. The difference between Low (220 FPS) and Ultra (124.5 FPS) is 95.5 FPS, which is a 43.4% reduction. However, even at Low, the system cannot exceed 220 FPS, which suggests the CPU may be limiting the maximum frame rate, as the RTX 4080 SUPER is capable of much higher output in less CPU-bound titles. The i5-14400F's 10 cores and 16 threads, with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, provide sufficient single-thread performance for most games, but Rust's simulation-heavy gameplay can create CPU bottlenecks at very high frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on more responsibility. The drop from 1080p Low (220 FPS) to 1440p Low (191.6 FPS) is 12.9%, which is modest. However, the drop from 1080p Ultra (124.5 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (87.1 FPS) is 30.0%, showing that the GPU is working harder at higher settings. This pattern indicates that at 1440p, the balance shifts toward the GPU, but the CPU still has enough headroom to keep frame rates high.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is overwhelmingly the limiting factor. The drop from 1440p High (114.3 FPS) to 4K High (66 FPS) is 42.3%, while the drop from 1440p Low (191.6 FPS) to 4K Low (115.3 FPS) is 39.8%. These large reductions confirm that the RTX 4080 SUPER's rendering capabilities are the primary constraint at 4K. The CPU's influence is minimal here, as even the fastest processors cannot overcome the GPU's pixel-pushing limits at this resolution.

The preset scaling further reinforces this. At 4K, moving from Low to Medium costs 38.8 FPS (115.3 to 76.5), and from Medium to High costs another 10.5 FPS (76.5 to 66). The step from High to Ultra costs 13.8 FPS (66 to 52.2), pushing the system below the playable threshold. This demonstrates that each preset increment at 4K demands significantly more GPU resources, while the CPU remains largely idle in comparison.

The Verdict

Based on the verdictByResolution data, this system can absolutely run Rust, with clear guidance on which settings to use at each resolution.

At 3840x2160, the playable settings are High, Low, and Medium, with High being the best playable option at 66 FPS average. The Ultra preset is not playable, as it drops to 52.2 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. For 4K gamers, sticking to High settings will provide a smooth experience without sacrificing too much visual quality.

At 2560x1440, all four presets are playable, with Ultra being the best option at 87.1 FPS. This means that 1440p users can max out the game's settings and still enjoy a frame rate that is nearly 50% above the playable threshold. The jump from High (114.3 FPS) to Ultra (87.1 FPS) is significant, but both are well above 60 FPS.

At 1920x1080, all presets are playable, with Ultra delivering 124.5 FPS. This is the ideal resolution for competitive play, as even the most demanding settings provide a frame rate that is over double the playable threshold. The Low preset at 220 FPS is particularly noteworthy for esports-style gameplay, though most users will prefer the visual fidelity of High or Ultra.

In summary, this PC can run Rust at 60+ FPS in every scenario except 4K Ultra. For the smoothest experience, 1440p Ultra is the sweet spot, while 1080p Ultra offers the highest frame rates without compromising visual quality.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Rust at 4K with maximum settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, the average FPS is 52.2, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is High, which averages 66 FPS.

Q: What is the highest FPS this combo can achieve in Rust?

A: The highest recorded average FPS is 220, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. At 2560x1440 Low, it reaches 191.6 FPS, and at 3840x2160 Low, it hits 115.3 FPS.

Q: How does the i5-14400F compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The i5-14400F scores 32279 on average, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U (32233, deltaPct 0.1) and the Intel Core i9-11900 (32226, deltaPct 0.2). It is also within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS (32354, deltaPct -0.2).

Q: Is the RTX 4080 SUPER significantly faster than the RTX 4080?

A: No. The RTX 4080 SUPER scores 54209 on average, while the RTX 4080 scores 54247, resulting in a deltaPct of -0.1%. The performance difference is negligible in practice.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is the best playable option, delivering 87.1 FPS. This is the highest quality setting that remains above the 60 FPS threshold at that resolution.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 1080p?

A: The data suggests some CPU limitation at 1080p, as the Low preset caps at 220 FPS. However, this is far above playable levels, and the bottleneck only appears at extremely high frame rates, not in typical gaming scenarios.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured FPS data and the verdictByResolution field, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution is as follows:

• 3840x2160: High preset, averaging 66 FPS. This is the highest quality setting that remains playable at 4K. The Ultra preset falls to 52.2 FPS and should be avoided for smooth gameplay.
• 2560x1440: Ultra preset, averaging 87.1 FPS. This allows for maximum visual fidelity at 1440p while still providing a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.
• 1920x1080: Ultra preset, averaging 124.5 FPS. At 1080p, the system can handle the most demanding settings with ease, delivering a frame rate that is more than double the playable threshold.

For users who prioritize frame rate over visual quality, the Low preset at 1080p (220 FPS) or 1440p (191.6 FPS) offers the highest possible performance. However, the data confirms that this hardware combination is powerful enough to run Rust at high or ultra settings across all resolutions, with the sole exception of 4K Ultra.