Dave The Diver

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 delivers an exceptionally strong performance profile for Dave The Diver, placing this combination in the 317th position out of 3710 tested combos. This rank places the combo in the top 8.5% of all tested configurations, indicating that this pairing is well-suited for the game’s demands. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the CPU proves more than capable of feeding the GPU at 1080p, resulting in frame rates that exceed the refresh rate capabilities of most displays.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 317 out of 3710 tested combinations is a strong indicator of its overall capability in Dave The Diver. This percentile placement puts it ahead of the vast majority of systems, suggesting that users with this hardware will experience top-tier performance. The rank reflects the synergy between the Ryzen 5 5600's solid multi-threaded throughput and the RTX 4080's immense graphical horsepower. While the CPU’s individual benchmark percentile is 74, and the GPU’s is 86, their combination in this specific game yields a result that is greater than the sum of its parts, as the CPU is not a bottleneck at typical gaming resolutions. The data indicates that this pairing is a high-end configuration that can push the game to its limits, with the primary differentiator between settings being the GPU load.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the dominant component in this configuration for Dave The Diver. Its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provides 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth, which is more than sufficient for the game’s textures and assets at any resolution. The GPU’s architecture, Ada Lovelace, is built on a 5 nm process and features 9728 shading units. Its boost clock of 2505 MHz ensures high compute throughput. The GPU’s benchmark scores reinforce its high-end status, with a Passmark G3D score of 34457 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 263779, placing it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. In the context of this game, the RTX 4080's role is to provide the massive raw performance headroom. At 4K Ultra, it still manages an average of 136 FPS, showing that even the most demanding preset is easily handled. The GPU's nearest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, has a nearly identical average benchmark score, with a delta of only 0.1%, suggesting that this card is performing at the top of its class.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of performance scaling across resolutions, which highlights the GPU-bound nature of this pairing. As resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, the frame rate drops significantly, but remains exceptionally high. For High settings, the average FPS falls from 305 at 1080p to 230 at 1440p, and finally to 154 at 4K. This represents a 24.6% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 33% drop from 1440p to 4K. This scaling is typical for a powerful GPU where the workload increases with pixel count. The fact that the 4K High average is still 154 FPS indicates the GPU is not being stressed to its breaking point; rather, the performance is scaling linearly with the increased rendering resolution. The CPU's role becomes less relevant as resolution climbs, as the GPU takes on a larger share of the frame rendering time, which is why the 4K results are still so high.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data provides a comprehensive look at performance across three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the frame rates are exceptionally high across all settings. The Low preset yields an average of 344 FPS, while Medium averages 323 FPS with a minimum of 274 FPS and a maximum of 371 FPS. High settings average 305 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 269 FPS. These numbers are well beyond the refresh rate of standard monitors, indicating that the CPU is the primary limiting factor at this resolution, but it is doing so at a level that provides a buttery-smooth experience.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains outstanding. The Low preset averages 307 FPS, and Medium averages 257 FPS, with a minimum of 219 FPS and a maximum of 296 FPS. High settings deliver an average of 230 FPS, while Ultra still holds an average of 203 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is consistent, with a reduction of roughly 25% across the board, demonstrating the GPU’s ability to handle the increased pixel load without a collapse in performance.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the RTX 4080’s power is fully utilized. The Low preset averages 206 FPS, which is still a very high playable frame rate. Medium settings average 172 FPS, with a minimum of 146 FPS and a maximum of 198 FPS. High settings average 154 FPS, and the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, still produces an average of 136 FPS. These 4K results show that the GPU is the definitive bottleneck, but it is a bottleneck that allows for a fully playable and visually rich experience at the highest resolution.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU/GPU combo in Dave The Diver?*

A: The data shows that all three tested resolutions (1080p, 1440p, and 4K) deliver high average frame rates. For the smoothest experience, 2560x1440 with High settings offers a 230 FPS average, balancing visual quality and performance. However, 3840x2160 with High settings still provides an excellent 154 FPS average, making 4K a viable option for users with a 120Hz or 144Hz display.

Q: How does the Ultra preset at 4K compare to the Medium preset at 1080p?

A: The 4K Ultra preset averages 136 FPS, which is less than half of the 1080p Medium preset's 323 FPS average. This demonstrates the significant performance cost of pushing both the highest resolution and the highest visual quality settings. While 4K Ultra is playable, the 1080p Medium preset provides a significantly higher frame rate, indicating a user preference for speed over fidelity.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck for this GPU in this game?

A: At 1080p, the CPU is more likely to be a limiting factor, as evidenced by the high frame rates (e.g., 344 FPS on Low) that are close to what the processor can feed. However, as the resolution increases to 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, with frame rates scaling down as pixel count rises. The 6-core, 12-thread Ryzen 5 5600 is sufficient to avoid major bottlenecks at 4K, where the GPU is fully engaged.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 307 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 203 FPS. This is a 104 FPS difference, or a 51% reduction in average frame rate when switching from the lowest to the highest quality settings. This shows the substantial performance headroom available, allowing users to choose between maximum frame rates or maximum visual fidelity.

Q: How does the combo's performance at 4K High compare to its own performance at 1080p High?

A: At 4K High, the average FPS is 154, which is exactly half of the 1080p High average of 305 FPS. This indicates a linear scaling of rendering load with the increase in resolution from 1080p to 4K, which quadruples the pixel count. The GPU's performance scales predictably with this increased workload.

Q: Is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 a good match for an AMD Ryzen 5 5600 in this title?

A: Yes, the benchmark results indicate a strong match. The combo ranks in the top 8.5% of all tested systems. The CPU provides enough throughput to allow the RTX 4080 to demonstrate its full potential at 1440p and 4K, and the GPU's power ensures that the game remains playable at the highest settings. The pairing is well-balanced for Dave The Diver.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600, a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, plays a supporting but crucial role in this configuration. Its base clock of 3.50 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz provide solid single-thread performance, which is often important for game logic and physics. The CPU’s benchmark results, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18309 and a single-core score of 2584, place it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, has a nearly identical average score, with a delta of only 0.1%. In Dave The Diver, the CPU’s role is to prepare frames for the GPU. The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU can deliver up to 344 FPS on Low settings, which is a practical ceiling. As resolution increases, the CPU's workload stays relatively constant, while the GPU's workload increases, making the GPU the performance limiter. The 65W TDP and 32 MB of shared L3 cache are sufficient for this task, ensuring no significant CPU-induced stutters or frame drops are observed in the measured data.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's display and performance priorities.

For users with a 4K 120Hz or 144Hz display, the High preset at 3840x2160, with an average of 154 FPS, is the recommended balance. It provides a substantial visual upgrade over Medium (172 FPS) and Low (206 FPS) while still maintaining a frame rate that comfortably exceeds 120 FPS. The Ultra preset, at 136 FPS, is also viable but sacrifices a significant number of frames for marginal visual gains, making High the better choice for consistent smoothness.

For users with a 1440p 144Hz or 165Hz display, the High preset at 2560x1440, averaging 230 FPS, is the standout option. It delivers a high level of visual fidelity while providing a frame rate that far exceeds the refresh rate of most monitors, ensuring a perfectly smooth experience. The Ultra preset, at 203 FPS, is also an excellent choice if the user prefers maximum graphical detail and their display can take advantage of the higher refresh rate.

For users with a 1080p 240Hz or higher display, the Ultra preset at 1920x1080, with an average of 269 FPS, is the best way to leverage the high refresh rate. This preset offers the best visual quality while still producing frame rates high enough to keep up with top-tier esports monitors. The Medium (323 FPS) and Low (344 FPS) presets offer diminishing returns in visual quality for a frame rate increase that is beyond the capability of most displays. In summary, the High preset is a well-rounded recommendation for most users, while the Ultra preset is best reserved for those with high-refresh-rate displays who prioritize visual quality above all else.