Counter-Strike 2

Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates for Counter-Strike 2 with this AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination illustrate a classic scaling curve as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces an average of 182 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 drops that average to 121 FPS, a reduction of roughly 33%. Pushing further to 3840x2160 yields an average of 67 FPS, which is about 45% lower than the 1440p result and 63% lower than the 1080p figure. This steep decline indicates that the rendering load is scaling heavily with pixel count, which is expected for a GPU in this performance tier.

The data suggests that the RTX 2060 is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The frame rate drops are consistent and significant as resolution climbs, which points to the GPU's pixel throughput capabilities being saturated. At 1080p, the system achieves very high frame rates, suggesting that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU sufficiently at this resolution. However, the gap between 1080p and 1440p is substantial, and the gap to 4K is even more pronounced, highlighting how quickly the graphics card's resources are consumed by additional pixels.

Looking at the Low settings preset, the pattern repeats but at higher absolute numbers. At 1920x1080 Low, the average is 294 FPS, which is a massive 112 FPS higher than High at the same resolution. This indicates that even at 1080p, the GPU is doing meaningful work, and reducing its load has a clear benefit. At 2560x1440 Low, the average is 194 FPS, and at 3840x2160 Low, it's 109 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K on Low still shows a significant drop, reinforcing that the GPU's raw fillrate and shading power are the bottlenecks at these resolutions. The 4K Low result of 109 FPS is still very playable, but the trend is clear.

The Medium preset offers a middle ground, with frame rates of 244 FPS at 1080p, 162 FPS at 1440p, and 90 FPS at 4K. The minimum FPS recorded for Medium settings also provides insight into frame pacing. At 1080p, the minimum is 208 FPS, at 1440p it's 137 FPS, and at 4K it's 77 FPS. These minimums are all reasonably close to their respective averages, suggesting that the combination maintains stable performance without severe hitches. This is particularly important in a competitive FPS like Counter-Strike 2, where consistent frame delivery is often more critical than peak output.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is built on the Turing architecture and features 1920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units. Its specified boost clock is 1680 MHz, and it comes with 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s. These specifications place the card in a specific performance bracket, and the benchmark results in Counter-Strike 2 reflect that positioning. The card's performance percentile is 58, meaning it outperforms 58% of all GPUs in the database, which aligns with its role as a capable 1080p and entry-level 1440p solution.

The 6 GB VRAM capacity is a crucial factor to consider. In Counter-Strike 2, the benchmark data shows that the GPU can handle the game's demands at various settings, but the memory capacity could become a constraint in certain scenarios. The game's textures and assets at higher presets and resolutions can be demanding. While the measured data does not show a definitive VRAM-related failure, the 6 GB frame buffer is a characteristic that could limit the ability to use Ultra settings with high-resolution textures without experiencing performance degradation beyond what the compute units can handle.

The RTX 2060's compute performance is quantified by its FP32 rating of 6.451 TFLOPS. This figure, along with the texture rate of 201.6 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 80.64 GPixel/s, dictates how quickly the card can process geometry and shading data. The benchmark results show that on High settings, the card is the limiting factor as resolution increases. The average frame rate at 1080p High is 182 FPS, but this drops to 121 FPS at 1440p and 67 FPS at 4K. This scaling is directly tied to the GPU's ability to fill pixels and compute shader effects. The card's specifications suggest it is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p, where it can often exceed 200 FPS on lower presets.

Comparing the RTX 2060 to its nearest rivals in the database provides context for its performance. Its average benchmark score is 15290. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 has an average score of 15283, showing a deltaPct of 0. The AMD Radeon 680M is also close with a score of 15270, a deltaPct of 0.1. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM scores 15199, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 scores 15171. This indicates that the RTX 2060 sits in a tight competitive cluster, with its performance being nearly identical to these other options. The data shows that in terms of raw compute, it is not substantially ahead or behind its immediate peers, making its specific features and driver optimizations potentially more relevant in real-world gaming scenarios.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This CPU is part of the 7000 series and is built on a 5 nm process node. Its performance in synthetic benchmarks is strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and a single-core score of 3072. These results indicate a high level of per-core performance and solid multi-threaded capability, which is beneficial for gaming workloads that may not always scale perfectly across many cores.

In Counter-Strike 2, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and process game logic. The high single-core performance is particularly important in this title, as it is known to be sensitive to per-thread performance. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the system reaches an average of 294 FPS. This high frame rate suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck at this resolution and settings level, as the GPU is being pushed to its limit. If the CPU were struggling, the average FPS would likely be lower, regardless of the graphics settings.

The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache is another relevant specification for gaming. A larger cache can help reduce memory latency and improve performance in scenarios where data is frequently accessed. The benchmark results, which show high and consistent frame rates, suggest that the CPU's cache configuration is adequate for the game's demands. The processor's memory support for DDR5 and dual-channel memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s also ensures that the CPU can quickly access data, further reducing potential bottlenecks.

The Ryzen 5 7400F's overall average benchmark score is 32750, and it ranks in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T, which has an average score of 32707 and a deltaPct of 0.1, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H with a score of 32812 and a deltaPct of -0.2. These comparisons show that the 7400F is performing at a level very similar to these processors. The slight differences in scores are minimal and likely do not translate to significant, tangible differences in gaming performance. The data indicates that the CPU is a strong partner for the RTX 2060, providing enough processing power to keep the GPU busy, especially at lower resolutions where frame rates are highest.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset for this combination depends heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For players with a 1080p display, the High preset is the best balance of visual quality and performance. The average of 182 FPS is an excellent result for a competitive FPS, and it is likely to push well beyond the 144Hz refresh rate that many esports monitors offer. While the Low preset achieves a much higher 294 FPS, the visual quality trade-offs on Low are often too significant for the marginal competitive benefit, especially since High already delivers a frame rate high enough for smooth and responsive gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the High preset also provides a very good experience, with an average of 121 FPS. This is still a high frame rate that will feel smooth, and it is a better choice than Medium, which only offers a slight increase to 162 FPS but represents a step down in visual fidelity. The High preset at 1440p appears to be the sweet spot, offering a strong balance. The Ultra preset at 1440p produces 94 FPS, which is playable but may not be optimal for a highly competitive environment where higher frame rates are preferred.

For 4K resolution, the choice becomes more nuanced. The High preset yields an average of 67 FPS, which is playable but may not be ideal for fast-paced, competitive play where higher frame rates are advantageous. The Medium preset, with an average of 90 FPS and a minimum of 77 FPS, provides a better gameplay experience while still maintaining a reasonable level of visual quality. The Low preset does reach 109 FPS, but the significant reduction in graphics fidelity may not be worth the frame rate gain for all users. Therefore, the Medium preset is the recommended choice for 4K, as it offers the best compromise between maintaining a high frame rate and preserving visual details.

The Ultra preset is the least recommended option across all resolutions. At 1080p, it drops to 142 FPS, at 1440p to 94 FPS, and at 4K to 52 FPS. The visual improvement from High to Ultra is often marginal, but the performance cost is substantial. The data suggests that the Ultra preset is too demanding for the RTX 2060 to maintain consistently high frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions. The measured results show that High or Medium presets are the most sensible choices to ensure a fluid and responsive experience, depending on the resolution and the user's preference for visual quality over absolute performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 ranks 2253 out of 2870 tested combos in Counter-Strike 2. This places it in the lower half of all tested configurations, which is consistent with the RTX 2060's age and performance tier. While the CPU is a modern and capable part, the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing, preventing the combo from achieving higher overall performance. The ranking reflects the average FPS across various settings and resolutions, and the GPU's performance is a significant drag on the overall rank.

This rank is a key indicator of the system's relative standing. A rank of 2253 out of 2870 means that the combo outperforms roughly 21% of all tested combinations but is beaten by the vast majority. This is not a surprising result for a mid-range GPU from the previous generation. The CPU's high percentile ranking (83rd) is offset by the GPU's more modest ranking (58th). The overall combo rank is a weighted result that shows the system's ceiling is limited by the graphics card.

The data suggests that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates. At this resolution, the CPU's strong single-core performance can be fully utilized, and the GPU is sufficient for high and even ultra settings, although the latter comes with a notable performance penalty. The combo's rank in the game confirms the RTX 2060's continued relevance as an entry-level option, but it also highlights that for more demanding resolutions or higher refresh rates, users would need to look at more powerful GPUs to move up the rankings.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with High settings?

A: The average frame rate at 1920x1080 with High settings is 182 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 2060's performance compare to the AMD Radeon RX 7600?

A: The RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 15290, while the AMD Radeon RX 7600 has a score of 15171, indicating a deltaPct of 0.8 and showing they are very close in performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the bottleneck at 4K resolution?

A: The data shows that at 3840x2160 resolution, the frame rates are significantly lower than at 1080p, indicating the GPU is the primary limiting factor at 4K.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS recorded is 137.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank in Counter-Strike 2?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combo ranks 2253 out of 2870 tested combinations in Counter-Strike 2.

Q: What is the boost clock speed of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has a boost clock speed of 4.70 GHz.