Thief

Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 form a capable pairing for Thief, a 2014 stealth title. The benchmark data shows this combo ranks 1855th out of 3720 tested configurations, placing it in the upper half of the database. The core CPU, with 6 cores and 12 threads, reaches a peak boost of 4.40 GHz, while the GPU provides 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and a boost clock of 2460 MHz. Across all tested resolutions, the system comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS playability threshold in most settings, with only 4K Ultra presenting a challenge.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12400 + RTX 4060 combination sits at rank 1855 out of 3720 tested combos in Thief. That places it squarely in the middle of the distribution, which is respectable for a mainstream pairing. The CPU’s percentile vs all CPUs is 72, meaning it outperforms roughly 72% of processors in the database. The GPU’s percentile vs all GPUs is 61, indicating a mid-tier graphics solution. Together, they deliver a balanced experience where neither component is a glaring bottleneck in this title.

The CPU’s average benchmark score of 18683 is virtually identical to its nearest rivals. It trails the AMD EPYC 7643 by just 0.1%, the Intel Core i7-1355U by 0.3%, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 by 0.7%. Conversely, it leads the Intel Core i3-14100F by 0.9%. This tight cluster shows that the i5-12400 is performance-neutral against these alternatives—the differences are within noise levels. Single-threaded performance, often critical for older games like Thief, is strong: the 3dmark_single_thread score of 910 and passmark_single_thread of 3456 are solid numbers for a desktop chip.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4060’s average benchmark score of 17639 is similarly clustered with its nearest rivals. It sits within 0.2% of the AMD Radeon HD 7790, within 0.3% of the AMD Radeon 780M, and within 0.5-0.7% of the AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460. These delta values are all under 1%, meaning any of these GPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Thief. The GPU’s passmark_g3d score of 19545 confirms it handles modern DirectX workloads well, which translates to strong performance in a 2014 title.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Thief at 60 FPS on 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, only the Low preset clears 60 FPS, averaging 73.2 FPS. Medium drops to 57.7 FPS, High to 40.7 FPS, and Ultra to 44.2 FPS. So 4K is playable only on Low settings.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p?

A: All four presets at 2560x1440 are playable. The most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 72.9 FPS. Lower presets yield higher rates: Medium 95.3 FPS, High 72.4 FPS, and Low 128.2 FPS.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-12400’s average benchmark score of 18683 is within 0.9% of the Intel Core i3-14100F and within 0.7% of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330. It effectively trades blows with these chips, so no meaningful performance difference appears in Thief.

Q: Is the GPU a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the system reaches 104.9 FPS on Ultra and 172.4 FPS on Low. These numbers suggest the RTX 4060 is more than sufficient for this title at 1080p, with frame rates far exceeding the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What about the RTX 4060’s closest GPU rivals?

A: The AMD Radeon HD 7790 scores 17666 (0.2% higher), the AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588 (0.3% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551 (0.5% lower). All would produce nearly identical fps in Thief.

Q: Does the game favor high settings or high resolution?

A: The data indicates resolution matters more. At 1080p Ultra you get 104.9 FPS, but at 4K Low you get 73.2 FPS. The GPU’s 8 GB memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth handle 1080p easily, while 4K stresses the system regardless of preset.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160 (4K), the only preset that maintains at or above 60 FPS is Low, with an average of 73.2 FPS. Medium falls to 57.7 FPS, High to 40.7 FPS, and Ultra to 44.2 FPS—all below the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the most demanding preset that clears 60 FPS is Ultra, averaging 72.9 FPS. This is the optimal choice for visual quality, though High (72.4 FPS) and Medium (95.3 FPS) also meet the threshold. Low delivers 128.2 FPS for maximum performance.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), Ultra is the best setting at 104.9 FPS average. High produces 108 FPS, Medium 142.3 FPS, and Low 172.4 FPS. Every preset here easily exceeds 60 FPS, so users can max out the game without concern.

The pattern is clear: the RTX 4060 handles 1080p and 1440p with headroom, while 4K requires sacrificing settings to Low. The GPU’s 128-bit memory bus and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for lower resolutions but limit 4K texture throughput.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-12400’s nearest rivals are all within 1% performance. The AMD EPYC 7643 (avg score 18697, delta -0.1%) and Intel Core i7-1355U (18730, delta -0.3%) would behave nearly identically in Thief. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 (18811, delta -0.7%) is slightly faster, while the Intel Core i3-14100F (18519, delta 0.9%) is slightly slower. Any of these chips paired with the RTX 4060 would yield similar frame rates—the differences are sub-1% and irrelevant in actual gameplay.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (avg score 17666, delta -0.2%) is the closest match, followed by the AMD Radeon 780M (17588, delta 0.3%), AMD Radeon Pro 560 (17551, delta 0.5%), and AMD Radeon Pro 460 (17509, delta 0.7%). These GPUs would produce almost identical fps in Thief. The RTX 4060’s 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 and 236.2 GTexel/s texture rate are the key specs driving this performance, and the rivals sit within a rounding error of that capability.

The practical takeaway: if a user already owns any of these CPUs or GPUs, upgrading to the i5-12400 or RTX 4060 would not change Thief’s frame rates measurably. The combo’s rank of 1855/3720 reflects this mid-pack positioning, where many configurations cluster around similar performance levels.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 172.4 avg FPS
• Medium: 142.3 avg FPS
• High: 108 avg FPS
• Ultra: 104.9 avg FPS

All settings deliver well above 60 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 67.5 FPS, showing the scaling is smooth but not extreme. Even Ultra maintains a high refresh rate, making this resolution ideal for competitive or high-refresh displays.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 128.2 avg FPS
• Medium: 95.3 avg FPS
• High: 72.4 avg FPS
• Ultra: 72.9 avg FPS

At 1440p, the system still handles all presets comfortably. Ultra and High are nearly identical (72.9 vs 72.4 FPS), suggesting the GPU hits a similar ceiling for these settings. Medium offers a significant boost to 95.3 FPS, while Low nearly doubles Ultra’s rate.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 73.2 avg FPS
• Medium: 57.7 avg FPS
• High: 40.7 avg FPS
• Ultra: 44.2 avg FPS

4K is the breaking point. Only Low clears 60 FPS. Medium falls 2.3 FPS short of playable, and High/Ultra drop into the 40s. The RTX 4060’s 8 GB VRAM and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for high-resolution textures at 4K, causing the frame rate collapse.

Notably, the measured data contains no min or max FPS values—only averages. This means the figures represent typical sustained performance, not transient spikes or drops. The 60 FPS threshold is used throughout as the playability benchmark.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Thief? Yes, with caveats depending on resolution.

At 1920x1080, the system is fully playable on every preset. Ultra averages 104.9 FPS, which is 44.9 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold. This is the sweet spot for this combo—users can max out all settings and enjoy smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, all four presets are also playable. Ultra averages 72.9 FPS, clearing the threshold by 12.9 FPS. The best settings are Ultra at 72.9 FPS, giving the highest visual quality without sacrificing playability. Users seeking higher refresh rates can drop to Medium for 95.3 FPS.

At 3840x2160, only Low is playable at 73.2 FPS. Medium (57.7 FPS) sits just below the threshold, making it borderline. High (40.7 FPS) and Ultra (44.2 FPS) are not viable for smooth gameplay. The verdict is clear: 4K requires significant settings compromises.

The data shows this hardware is well-suited for Thief at mainstream resolutions. The CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads, combined with the GPU’s Ada Lovelace architecture, deliver strong performance in this 2014 title. The combo’s rank of 1855/3720 reflects its position as a solid mid-range option—not top-tier, but more than adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming. For 4K, users should expect to play on Low settings or consider a more powerful GPU.