Dave The Diver

# Dave The Diver — AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070

This performance analysis covers the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 in Dave The Diver, based on measured frame rates across three resolutions and four settings presets. The combo ranks 734th out of 3,710 tested combinations, placing it in the top 20% of all hardware pairings for this title. The data reveals a system with substantial headroom at lower resolutions, where frame rates exceed 340 FPS, while 4K Ultra remains comfortably above 60 FPS thresholds, indicating that this pairing is well-balanced for the game's demands.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 341 FPS at 1080p to 256 FPS at 1440p, then further to 172 FPS at 4K. This represents a 24.9% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a 49.6% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The scaling pattern suggests that at 1080p Low, the system is heavily CPU-limited, as the RTX 5070 is capable of far higher frame rates than the 341 FPS observed.

Examining the Medium preset, which has both average and minimum/maximum FPS recorded, the scaling continues: 285 FPS at 1080p, 215 FPS at 1440p, and 144 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops between resolutions are 24.6% (1080p to 1440p) and 49.5% (1080p to 4K), nearly identical to the Low settings scaling. This consistency indicates that the performance bottleneck shifts smoothly from CPU-bound at lower resolutions to GPU-bound at higher resolutions, without any sudden cliffs or anomalies.

The High preset shows similar behavior: 255 FPS at 1080p, 192 FPS at 1440p, and 128 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset delivers 225 FPS at 1080p, 169 FPS at 1440p, and 113 FPS at 4K. Across all four settings, the 4K-to-1080p ratio remains remarkably consistent, hovering around 50% of the 1080p performance. This uniform scaling suggests that Dave The Diver does not have any resolution-specific rendering quirks that would disproportionately impact higher resolutions.

The 1080p to 1440p scaling shows a smaller relative drop than 1440p to 4K for most presets. For instance, at Ultra settings, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is 24.9%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 33.1%. This pattern indicates that the GPU begins to become more of a limiting factor as pixel count increases, which is expected behavior for a modern graphics card like the RTX 5070.

At 4K resolution, the differences between settings presets become more pronounced. The gap between Low (172 FPS) and Ultra (113 FPS) at 4K is 59 FPS, representing a 34.3% performance penalty for the highest quality settings. At 1080p, the same Low-to-Ultra gap is 116 FPS, or 34.0% — nearly identical in percentage terms, reinforcing that the game scales settings uniformly across resolutions.

The minimum FPS data available only for Medium settings shows that the 1% low performance scales similarly to average FPS. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 242 FPS versus a 285 average; at 1440p Medium, 182 FPS versus 215; and at 4K Medium, 122 FPS versus 144. This consistent ratio of approximately 85% of average FPS suggests stable frame pacing without significant stuttering at any resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, fabricated on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, with a 105 W TDP. The processor features a 32 MB shared L3 cache, 512 KB L2 per core, and 64 KB L1 per core, along with support for DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration providing 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 5800XT achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,794 and a single-core score of 3,359. The 3DMark tests show a single-thread score of 959 and a 16-thread score of 7,683. These scores place the CPU in the 81st percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 29,879. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (average score 29,868, delta 0%), the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (29,955, delta -0.3%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS (29,955, delta -0.3%).

For Dave The Diver, the CPU's role is most evident at 1080p resolution, where frame rates exceed 300 FPS on Low and Medium settings. At 341 FPS (1080p Low), the game is clearly CPU-bound, as the RTX 5070's GPU capabilities would allow for even higher frame rates if the processor could keep up. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration provides ample parallel processing for the game's simulation and logic, and the high boost clock of 4.80 GHz ensures strong single-threaded performance for the main game loop.

The 3DMark 2-thread score of 1,879 and 4-thread score of 3,603 indicate that the processor excels in lightly-threaded workloads, which is typical for adventure games like Dave The Diver that may not fully utilize all 16 threads. The PassMark single-thread score of 3,535 and multi-thread score of 28,053 further confirm that the CPU has both strong single-core and multi-core capabilities.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 5800XT is essentially tied with the Ryzen 7 7840H (0% delta), and slightly behind the Ryzen 7 8845HS and Ryzen 7 7840HS (both -0.3% delta). This means that the CPU's performance is competitive with newer mobile processors, which is notable given that the 5800XT is a desktop part with a higher TDP headroom.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s may become a limiting factor at very high frame rates, but the measured data shows that even at 341 FPS, the system maintains playable performance. The 32 MB L3 cache helps mitigate memory latency issues, particularly in games with large asset streaming requirements.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using a 5 nm process at TSMC, with 31,100 million transistors on a 263 mm² die. It features 6,144 shading units, 192 TMUs, and 80 ROPs, along with 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2325 MHz and a boost clock of 2512 MHz, with 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus providing 672.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

In synthetic benchmarks, the RTX 5070 achieves a PassMark G3D score of 29,137 and a PassMark GPU Compute score of 15,787. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 5,077, while Geekbench OpenCL and Vulkan scores are 172,660 and 178,923 respectively. The GPU sits in the 82nd percentile of all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 40,377. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro 580 (average score 40,318, delta 0.1%), the AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 (40,063, delta 0.8%), and the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (40,870, delta -1.2%).

The GPU's role in Dave The Diver becomes increasingly important as resolution rises. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS of 113 demonstrates that the RTX 5070 handles the game's highest visual fidelity at 4K with room to spare above the 60 FPS threshold. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is more than sufficient for this title, as the game's art style and rendering requirements do not appear to be VRAM-intensive based on the consistent frame rates across settings.

The 672.0 GB/s memory bandwidth provides ample throughput for texture streaming and high-resolution rendering. The boost clock of 2512 MHz, combined with the 30.87 TFLOPS FP32 compute performance, ensures that the GPU is not a bottleneck until 4K resolution with Ultra settings. At 4K Ultra, the 113 FPS average suggests the GPU is working near its capacity, but still delivering smooth gameplay.

The RTX 5070's predecessor is the GeForce 40 series, and its successor is the GeForce 60 series. This places it as a current-generation mid-to-high-end part, which is consistent with its 82nd percentile ranking. The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) ensures compatibility with all modern rendering features that Dave The Diver might utilize.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance across all three resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the system delivers 285 FPS average with a minimum of 242 FPS, ensuring no perceptible stuttering. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 215 FPS with a 182 FPS minimum, still far exceeding the 60 FPS standard for smooth gameplay. At 4K Medium, the system maintains 144 FPS average with a 122 FPS minimum, providing a comfortable margin above 60 FPS.

The High preset is also viable at all resolutions, with 255 FPS at 1080p, 192 FPS at 1440p, and 128 FPS at 4K. However, the Medium preset provides a 11.8% performance increase at 1080p (285 vs 255 FPS), a 12.0% increase at 1440p (215 vs 192 FPS), and a 12.5% increase at 4K (144 vs 128 FPS) over High. This consistent ~12% improvement suggests that the visual differences between Medium and High are not worth the performance cost for most users.

The Ultra preset, while delivering 225 FPS at 1080p and 169 FPS at 1440p, drops to 113 FPS at 4K. This is still above 60 FPS, but the jump from High to Ultra costs 11.7% performance at 1080p (255 to 225 FPS), 12.0% at 1440p (192 to 169 FPS), and 11.7% at 4K (128 to 113 FPS). For users with 4K displays, the Ultra preset's 113 FPS average may be preferable if the visual enhancements are valued, but the Medium preset's 144 FPS provides a more substantial safety margin.

The Low preset delivers 341 FPS at 1080p, 256 FPS at 1440p, and 172 FPS at 4K. While these frame rates are extremely high, the Low preset likely sacrifices significant visual fidelity for marginal practical benefit beyond 144 Hz displays. The Medium preset's 285 FPS at 1080p already exceeds the refresh rate of most high-end monitors (240 Hz), making Low unnecessary for competitive play.

For the best experience on a 1080p 144 Hz monitor, the Ultra preset at 225 FPS provides headroom for any frame rate fluctuations. For 1440p 144 Hz displays, the High preset at 192 FPS is the sweet spot, while the Medium preset at 215 FPS offers additional safety. For 4K 120 Hz displays, the Medium preset at 144 FPS is ideal, as it exceeds the refresh rate while maintaining visual quality.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Dave The Diver at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, at 4K Ultra settings, the system achieves an average of 113 FPS, while 4K Medium delivers 144 FPS and 4K Low reaches 172 FPS. All presets comfortably exceed the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the maximum frame rate this combo can achieve?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 341 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At the more common 1080p Medium preset, the average is 285 FPS, with a minimum of 242 FPS.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has an average benchmark score of 29,879, which is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (0% delta), and slightly behind the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS (both at -0.3% delta).

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 has an average benchmark score of 40,377, which is slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 580 (0.1% delta) and AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 (0.8% delta), but slightly behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (-1.2% delta).

Q: Is the system CPU-bound or GPU-bound at different resolutions?

A: At 1080p, the system is CPU-bound, evidenced by 341 FPS at Low settings where the GPU has more headroom. At 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, as the resolution scaling shows a consistent ~50% performance drop from 1080p to 4K across all settings.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1440p monitor?

A: For 1440p, the Medium preset at 215 FPS average (182 FPS minimum) offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. The High preset at 192 FPS is also excellent, while Ultra at 169 FPS still provides a high frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080 resolution, the system delivers the following average frame rates across settings: Low at 341 FPS, Medium at 285 FPS (minimum 242, maximum 328), High at 255 FPS, and Ultra at 225 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum FPS of 242 represents 84.9% of the average, indicating stable frame pacing. The gap between Low and Ultra is 116 FPS, meaning Ultra provides 66.0% of Low's performance while offering the highest visual quality.

At 2560x1440 resolution, the measured averages are: Low at 256 FPS, Medium at 215 FPS (minimum 182, maximum 247), High at 192 FPS, and Ultra at 169 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 182 FPS is 84.7% of the average. The Low-to-Ultra gap narrows to 87 FPS, with Ultra delivering 66.0% of Low's performance — the same ratio as 1080p.

At 3840x2160 resolution, the averages are: Low at 172 FPS, Medium at 144 FPS (minimum 122, maximum 165), High at 128 FPS, and Ultra at 113 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 122 FPS is 84.7% of the average. The Low-to-Ultra gap is now 59 FPS, with Ultra achieving 65.7% of Low's performance. The minimum FPS of 122 at 4K Medium confirms the system can maintain high frame rates even in demanding scenes.

Comparing across resolutions, the 1080p Medium average of 285 FPS drops to 215 FPS at 1440p (a 24.6% reduction) and 144 FPS at 4K (a 49.5% reduction). The 4K Medium average of 144 FPS is still 2.4 times higher than the 60 FPS standard, providing substantial headroom. The 4K Ultra average of 113 FPS is 1.9 times the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even at the highest settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination ranks 734th out of 3,710 tested combos in Dave The Diver, placing it in the 80.2nd percentile of all tested hardware pairings. This ranking reflects the system's strong performance across all resolutions, with the lowest measured average FPS being 113 at 4K Ultra, which is well above playable thresholds.

The CPU's 81st percentile ranking among all processors, combined with the GPU's 82nd percentile ranking among all graphics cards, results in a combo that is well-matched for this title. The system's 4K Medium performance of 144 FPS places it in the top tier of systems capable of high-refresh-rate 4K gaming in Dave The Diver.

The rank of 734 out of 3,710 means that 2,976 tested combos performed worse, while 733 performed better. This places the pairing in the top fifth of all tested configurations. The system's ability to exceed 100 FPS at 4K Ultra, 200 FPS at 1440p Ultra, and 300 FPS at 1080p Medium demonstrates that it has no weak points within this game's performance envelope.

Given that the CPU and GPU each rank in the 81st-82nd percentile individually, the combo's overall rank of 80.2nd percentile is slightly lower than either component's individual ranking. This suggests that Dave The Diver's performance is not perfectly additive between CPU and GPU, with some scenarios where one component's dominance limits the other's contribution. However, the system still delivers exceptional performance that would satisfy the vast majority of players regardless of their display resolution or refresh rate preferences.