Dave The Diver

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination delivers a remarkably smooth experience in Dave The Diver, with the data showing playable frame rates even at 4K Ultra settings. The pairing is well-balanced for this title, though the GPU emerges as the primary constraint at higher resolutions, while the CPU provides ample headroom for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 brings substantial processing power to this pairing, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture. Its base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz provide strong single-threaded performance, which is particularly relevant for Dave The Diver's gameplay mechanics that involve real-time resource management and physics interactions. The processor's 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth ensure that data flows efficiently to the GPU without creating bottlenecks.

Benchmark data places this CPU in the 84th percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 27,220. The multi-threaded performance is robust, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,655 and a 3DMark max-threads score of 6,617. Single-thread performance remains competitive with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,916, which directly translates to responsive gameplay in scenarios where the game engine relies on a single primary thread for game logic.

The processor's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-9900K, which scores an average of 27,043 (0.7% higher), and the Intel Core i7-12700H at 27,006 (0.8% higher). This places the Ryzen 7 5700 in a performance tier where it can comfortably feed the RTX 2060 without becoming the limiting factor in most scenarios. The 65W TDP and 7nm process node from TSMC contribute to efficient operation, allowing sustained boost clocks during extended gaming sessions without thermal throttling concerns.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, built on the Turing architecture with the TU106 chip, provides the graphical horsepower for this combination. Its 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus delivers 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which proves sufficient for Dave The Diver's stylized visuals and underwater environments. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1365 MHz and boosts to 1680 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective).

The graphics card achieves an average benchmark score of 16,074, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600S with an average score of 15,996 (0.5% lower) and the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M at 16,351 (1.7% higher). The RTX 2060's 1,920 shading units and 48 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 80.64 GPixel/s, which translates to the frame rates observed in the measured data.

With DirectX 12 Ultimate support and Vulkan 1.4 compatibility, the GPU is well-equipped for modern game engines. The 6 GB VRAM capacity is adequate for this title at all tested settings, as the game's art style does not demand excessive texture memory. The GPU's 12 nm process node and 160W TDP suggest it runs within expected thermal envelopes, though performance scaling across resolutions clearly indicates where its limits lie.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

Among the 1,626 tested combinations for Dave The Diver, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 secures the 1,338th position. This ranking places the combo in the lower-middle tier of all tested configurations, which is consistent with the RTX 2060's 58th percentile GPU ranking and the CPU's stronger 84th percentile standing.

The ranking disparity between the CPU and GPU components reveals an interesting dynamic. The processor is capable of supporting significantly more powerful graphics cards, suggesting that the RTX 2060 is the binding constraint in this system. For a game like Dave The Diver, which is not graphically intensive compared to AAA shooters, this combination still achieves respectable performance, but the combo rank reflects that many other pairings with stronger GPUs will produce higher frame rates.

The data indicates that this combination is positioned primarily for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it performs admirably. The 4K results, while playable, show the GPU working near its limits. This ranking serves as a useful reference point for users considering whether this combination meets their performance expectations for this specific title.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers outstanding performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 179.9 FPS, while Medium achieves 148.7 FPS. High settings maintain a strong 130.7 FPS average, and even Ultra settings hold at 118.4 FPS. These numbers indicate that the system provides a high-refresh-rate experience at 1080p, with all presets exceeding the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain impressive but show the expected impact of increased resolution. Low settings yield 133.9 FPS, Medium drops to 114.7 FPS, and High settings deliver 99.2 FPS. Ultra settings produce 86.9 FPS, which remains comfortably above 60 FPS and suitable for smooth gameplay on most monitors.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to feel the strain. Low settings still achieve 90.3 FPS, and Medium maintains 73 FPS. However, High settings drop to 64.4 FPS, while Ultra settings fall to 59.2 FPS. The 4K results show that the RTX 2060 can handle this game at 4K, but the margin above 60 FPS narrows considerably at the higher quality presets.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound performance. At Ultra settings, the drop from 118.4 FPS at 1080p to 86.9 FPS at 1440p represents a 26.6% reduction, while the further drop to 59.2 FPS at 4K represents a 50% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This scaling behavior is characteristic of a system where the GPU is the primary limiting component at higher resolutions.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 179.9 FPS, which suggests the processor can drive frame rates well beyond what the GPU delivers at higher settings. The fact that Ultra settings at 1080p only reduce performance to 118.4 FPS indicates that the game engine is not heavily CPU-limited, as the GPU is still capable of rendering frames faster than the average user's monitor refresh rate.

The data supports a conclusion that the RTX 2060's 6 GB VRAM and compute capabilities are the binding constraint at 4K, particularly at High and Ultra presets. The CPU, with its 84th percentile ranking, provides sufficient headroom to support a more powerful GPU without becoming a bottleneck. For users prioritizing 4K gaming, this combination will require lower settings to maintain consistent frame rates.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For 1080p users, the High preset at 130.7 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. The jump from Medium to High costs only 18 FPS (from 148.7 to 130.7) while providing meaningful visual improvements. Ultra at 118.4 FPS remains viable for users with 120Hz displays, but the additional visual fidelity over High is marginal for this game's art style.

At 1440p, the High preset at 99.2 FPS is the recommended choice for most users, offering smooth gameplay on 100Hz monitors. Medium at 114.7 FPS is preferable for those with 120Hz displays, while Ultra at 86.9 FPS remains acceptable for 60Hz panels. The Low preset at 133.9 FPS serves competitive players who prioritize maximum frame rates over visual quality.

For 4K gaming, the Medium preset at 73 FPS provides the best experience, balancing visual quality with smoothness above the 60 FPS threshold. Low at 90.3 FPS offers a higher margin for demanding scenes, while High at 64.4 FPS and Ultra at 59.2 FPS risk dropping below 60 FPS during intense moments. Users with 60Hz 4K displays can use High, but those sensitive to frame drops should stick with Medium.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combination run Dave The Diver at 4K with acceptable performance?*

A: Yes, the data shows playable frame rates at 4K, with Low settings at 90.3 FPS, Medium at 73 FPS, High at 64.4 FPS, and Ultra at 59.2 FPS. Medium is the recommended preset for maintaining a consistent 60 FPS experience.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1080p 144Hz monitor?

A: The High preset at 130.7 FPS is optimal, as it provides strong visual quality while staying above 120 FPS. Medium at 148.7 FPS is also viable, but the visual improvement from High is worth the slight frame rate reduction.

Q: How does this CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 scores 27,220 on average benchmarks, placing it 0.7% above the Intel Core i9-9900K (27,043) and 0.8% above the Intel Core i7-12700H (27,006). It also edges out the Intel Core i7-1370P at 26,991 by 0.8%.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the limiting factor for this game?

A: At 4K resolutions, the RTX 2060 is clearly the limiting component, as evidenced by the frame rate drops from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p, the CPU provides sufficient headroom, with Low settings reaching 179.9 FPS.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with Ultra settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 86.9 FPS at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings. This remains above the 60 FPS threshold and is suitable for 75Hz or 100Hz monitors.

Q: How does the RTX 2060's benchmark score compare to its rivals?

A: The RTX 2060 scores 16,074 on average, which is 0.5% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 7600S (15,996) and 1.8% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (15,786). It trails the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and Pro 5700, both at 16,351, by 1.7%.