Dave The Diver

Dave The Diver is not a demanding title, and the combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 obliterates it at every setting and resolution tested. The benchmark data shows this pairing delivers a flawless experience, with average frame rates never dropping below 106 FPS even at 4K Ultra settings. The measured results indicate that this combo is overkill for the game's maximum visual fidelity, placing it in the 79th percentile of all tested configurations.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 Raphael architecture, built on a 5 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, featuring a 32 MB shared L3 cache. This mid-range desktop CPU, released on 2025-01-08, demonstrates strong synthetic performance, scoring 21,765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3,072 in single-core tests. Its Passmark single-thread score of 3,689 and multithread score of 25,645 place it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, indicating robust processing capability that is more than sufficient for Dave The Diver's gameplay logic and simulation.

The data shows that this processor is not a bottleneck in this game. Even at lower resolutions where the GPU workload decreases, the CPU maintains high frame delivery. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 319 FPS, which is the highest recorded in the entire dataset for this pairing. This high frame rate at a CPU-sensitive resolution confirms that the Ryzen 5 7400F's single-thread performance is ample for the game's engine. Compared to its nearest rivals, the processor's average benchmark score of 32,750 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-14600T (32,707, a 0.1% difference) and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32,812, a -0.2% difference). This indicates that the Ryzen 5 7400F delivers performance on par with its direct competitors, making it a predictable and capable foundation for the system.

The processor's 12 threads and high boost clock ensure that the game's background tasks, such as asset streaming and AI for the various sea creatures, are handled without impacting the frame rate. The benchmark results reveal that the jump from 1080p to 1440p only causes a modest reduction in frame rates at each settings level, while the jump to 4K has a more pronounced effect, which is a typical GPU-bound scaling pattern. The CPU's role is to feed the GPU with data, and the consistent high FPS across all tested configurations proves it does so without introducing stutter or frame time inconsistencies.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is a high-end graphics card from the GeForce 40-series, built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process. It features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1920 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz, with a TDP of 200 W. Its 5,888 shading units and 46 RT cores provide substantial raw compute power, reflected in its Passmark G3D score of 26,927 and a percentile ranking of 81 among all GPUs. The card's synthetic performance is closely matched by the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (a 0.1% difference) and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (a 0.4% difference), while it sits 1.3% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile.

In Dave The Diver, the GPU's performance is the primary driver of frame rates at higher resolutions. The data shows a clear scaling pattern: at 1920x1080, the RTX 4070 produces frame rates well above 200 FPS at all settings, with a peak of 319 FPS at Low. At 2560x1440, the average FPS ranges from 158 at Ultra to 240 at Low. The most significant performance drop occurs at 3840x2160, where the average FPS falls to 106 at Ultra and 161 at Low. This demonstrates that the RTX 4070 is fully capable of handling the game's 2D-art-style rendering with ease, and even at 4K, it maintains frame rates that are far beyond the refresh rate of most high-end monitors.

The 12 GB of VRAM is more than adequate for this title, as the game's art style does not require massive texture memory. The GPU's high memory bandwidth ensures that texture streaming and scene rendering are instantaneous, contributing to the consistently high minimum frame rates observed, such as 114 FPS at 4K Medium and 227 FPS at 1080p Medium. The measured data indicates that the RTX 4070 is the dominant component in this pairing, and its performance headroom is so large that the game is never visually compromised, even at maximum settings and 4K resolution.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average frame rate this combo can achieve in Dave The Diver?

A: The highest recorded average frame rate is 319 FPS at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the peak of the measured data for this combination.

Q: Can this system run the game at 4K Ultra settings smoothly?

A: Yes. The measured data shows an average frame rate of 106 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. The minimum frame rate was not recorded for this setting, but the average is well above the standard 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7400F compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T?

A: The two processors have nearly identical average benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F scores 32,750, while the Intel Core i5-14600T scores 32,707, resulting in a delta of only 0.1% in favor of the AMD chip.

Q: Is the RTX 4070's performance closer to the RTX 4080 Mobile or the RX Vega 56?

A: The data shows the RTX 4070's average benchmark score is 37,648. It is 1.3% behind the RTX 4080 Mobile (38,135) and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (37,507). Therefore, it is closer to the RX Vega 56 in raw benchmark score.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 4K at High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the average frame rate is 238 FPS. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average frame rate drops to 120 FPS. This represents a significant reduction of 118 FPS when moving to the higher resolution.

Q: Does the game run better at Medium or High settings at 1440p?

A: The benchmark results show that Medium settings at 2560x1440 produce an average of 201 FPS, while High settings produce an average of 179 FPS. The Medium preset offers a higher frame rate.

Settings Recommendations

The benchmark data clearly indicates that the "Ultra" preset is the optimal choice for this hardware combination, as it delivers exceptional performance at every resolution. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings yield an average of 211 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any high-refresh-rate monitor. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset maintains a robust 158 FPS average, ensuring a fluid and responsive experience. Even at the demanding 3840x2160 resolution, Ultra settings produce a playable 106 FPS average, which is well above the standard for smooth gameplay.

Choosing a lower preset does not provide a meaningful benefit in this game, as the performance is already so high. For example, moving from Ultra to High at 2560x1440 increases the average frame rate from 158 FPS to 179 FPS, a 21 FPS gain that is unlikely to be perceptible on most displays. However, the visual quality reduction from dropping to High or Medium is more noticeable. The data shows that the RTX 4070 has enough headroom to render the game at its highest quality settings without compromising frame rate, making Ultra the clear recommendation for the best visual experience.

The only scenario where a lower setting might be considered is if a user has a very high refresh rate monitor (240Hz or higher) and wants to maximize frame rates at 4K. In that case, the Low preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 161 FPS, but this comes at a significant cost to visual fidelity. For the vast majority of users, the Ultra preset offers the best balance of image quality and performance, providing a consistently smooth and immersive experience without the need for compromises. The measured frame rates at Ultra settings are so high that they leave no reason to sacrifice visual quality for additional speed.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 611th out of 2,867 tested combos in Dave The Diver. This places the system in the top 21% of all configurations, indicating that it outperforms the vast majority of systems tested for this game. The high ranking is a direct result of the GPU's strong performance, as the game is not particularly CPU-intensive, and the RTX 4070's capabilities are more than sufficient to handle the game's rendering demands.

The ranking of 611 out of 2,867 reflects the overall balance and power of this pairing. While it is not the absolute fastest combination, it is positioned well above the median, and its performance is more than adequate for a flawless gaming experience. The data suggests that this combo is not a bottleneck, and the user can expect high frame rates regardless of the resolution or settings chosen. This rank, combined with the measured FPS data, confirms that the system is a high-performance solution for Dave The Diver, offering a level of performance that will satisfy even the most demanding users. The system's placement in the upper quartile of all tested configurations highlights its capability as a premium gaming setup for this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo provides a comprehensive view of its performance across all settings and resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance across the board. The Low setting achieves the highest average at 319 FPS. The Medium setting produces an average of 267 FPS, with a minimum of 227 FPS and a maximum of 307 FPS. The High setting yields an average of 238 FPS, and the Ultra setting maintains a strong average of 211 FPS. All settings at this resolution are well above the threshold for high-refresh-rate gaming.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains extremely high. The Low setting averages 240 FPS. The Medium setting produces an average of 201 FPS, with a minimum of 171 FPS and a maximum of 231 FPS. The High setting delivers an average of 179 FPS, while the Ultra setting still achieves an impressive 158 FPS average. These results indicate that the system can easily handle 1440p gaming at maximum settings.

At 3840x2160, the resolution demands more from the GPU, but the system still performs admirably. The Low setting averages 161 FPS. The Medium setting produces an average of 135 FPS, with a minimum of 114 FPS and a maximum of 155 FPS. The High setting achieves an average of 120 FPS, and the Ultra setting manages a playable 106 FPS average. Even at 4K, the combo never falls below the 60 FPS standard, ensuring a smooth experience at all presets.