Dave The Diver

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a remarkably smooth experience in Dave The Diver, a game where the measured frame rates indicate that the CPU’s substantial 16-core, 32-thread configuration is more than sufficient to feed the GPU’s rendering pipeline. Across the board, the data shows this combo never dips below an average of 82.5 FPS, even at the most demanding 4K Ultra settings, making it a versatile pairing for this adventure title.

FAQ

*Q: What is the combo's overall standing among tested systems for Dave The Diver?*

A: This pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 786th out of 1626 tested combinations for this game, placing it in the upper-middle tier of all systems benchmarked.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 perform relative to its closest rivals in general benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 30109, which is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, showing a deltaPct of 0%. It is also 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 570 and 0.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile.

Q: Is the Ryzen 9 5950X a bottleneck for the RTX 5060 in this game?

A: The data suggests no. The CPU's multi-threaded performance is immense, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 38607, and its single-core score of 5450 is also strong. The measured FPS results, which reach as high as 247 FPS at 1080p, indicate the processor is keeping pace effectively.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average frame rate drops from 182.2 FPS on Low settings to 120.8 FPS on Ultra settings. This represents a significant 61.4 FPS performance cost for the highest visual quality preset.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Dave The Diver?*

A: Yes. The benchmark results show an average of 82.5 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Even at High settings, it maintains a 94.9 FPS average, confirming strong 4K capability.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 5950X compare to the Intel Core i5-14600K in synthetic tests?

A: The Ryzen 9 5950X has an average benchmark score of 49062, which is 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i5-14600K's score of 49166. The performance difference between the two processors is effectively negligible.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark database places this specific configuration at rank 786 out of 1626 total tested combinations for Dave The Diver. This percentile positioning, which lands it just past the midpoint of all systems, is not a reflection of weak hardware but rather the immense breadth of combinations tested. The data shows that the game is not particularly demanding on high-end hardware, allowing even mid-range systems to achieve high frame rates, which compresses the performance spread and makes the ranking less indicative of playability than in more intensive titles.

The rank is a product of the CPU's and GPU's individual standings. The Ryzen 9 5950X sits in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 49062. This places it in a dead heat with its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600K, which scores 49166 (a deltaPct of -0.2%). The processor's strength is in its multi-threaded prowess, evidenced by a Passmark multi-thread score of 45424, which is more than sufficient for a game like Dave The Diver that does not heavily tax 16 cores. The single-thread performance, crucial for game logic, is also robust, with a Passmark single-thread score of 3470.

The RTX 5060, on the other hand, holds the 73rd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30109. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, which scores 30097 for a deltaPct of 0%, indicating they are performance peers in general compute workloads. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 20891 is a strong indicator of its gaming capability. When combined, the system's overall rank of 786 suggests that while the individual components are powerful, the game's relative simplicity means many lower-tier combos can also deliver high frame rates, pushing this high-end pairing closer to the middle of the pack in relative terms.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is the primary driver of visual output in this configuration. Its 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s, which is a critical resource for rendering textures and geometry in Dave The Diver's underwater environments. The memory clock is listed at 1750 MHz, running at a 28 Gbps effective rate, and the GPU has a base clock of 2280 MHz with a boost clock of 2497 MHz. These specifications, combined with the Blackwell 2.0 architecture's 3840 shading units, determine the raw fill rate and shader processing capability.

The benchmark results indicate that the GPU's performance is the limiting factor as resolution and settings increase. The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent scaling pattern. At 1920x1080, the transition from Low to Ultra settings reduces the average frame rate from a very high 247 FPS to 160 FPS. This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is well-capable of feeding the GPU, and the frame rate is largely dictated by the GPU's workload. Moving to 2560x1440, the same settings comparison shows a drop from 182.2 FPS to 120.8 FPS, illustrating the increased pixel count's impact on the GPU. At 3840x2160, the load on the GPU becomes most apparent, with the Ultra preset yielding an 82.5 FPS average, which is a 77.5 FPS drop from the 1080p Ultra result.

The data shows that the 8 GB VRAM capacity is not a hindrance at the tested settings, as the game achieves playable frame rates even at 4K Ultra. The RTX 5060's performance, which is a near-exact match for the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT in synthetic benchmarks, appears well-optimized for this title. The GPU's 19.18 TFLOPS FP32 performance is evidently enough to handle the game's graphical demands, with the frame rate scaling predictably with the rendering resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of this combo's capabilities across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an exceptionally fluid experience. The Low preset achieves an average of 247 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset provides an average of 203.7 FPS, while High lowers it to 183.5 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset at this resolution still produces a very high average of 160 FPS, ensuring no perceptible stutter.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains excellent. The data shows an average of 182.2 FPS on Low, 154.2 FPS on Medium, and 140.7 FPS on High. These numbers indicate that the system is more than capable of driving a 1440p display at high refresh rates. The Ultra preset at this resolution yields an average of 120.8 FPS, which is still comfortably above the 60 FPS standard for smooth gameplay, and it remains well-suited for 120Hz displays.

At 3840x2160, the system demonstrates its 4K gaming credentials. The Low preset achieves an average of 120.9 FPS, which is a strong result for 4K. The Medium preset drops to 104.3 FPS, and High produces an average of 94.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K yields a 82.5 FPS average. This final result is significant, as it shows that even at the maximum visual fidelity and highest resolution tested, the combination of the Ryzen 9 5950X and RTX 5060 maintains a frame rate that is well above the playable threshold, confirming the system's high-end performance for this title.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's display resolution and refresh rate priorities. For users with a 1080p display, the High preset at 183.5 FPS offers an excellent balance between visual fidelity and performance, providing a significant margin over the 144 FPS refresh rate common on many monitors. The Ultra preset at 160 FPS is also a viable choice, as it still exceeds 144 FPS and provides the highest visual quality.

For 1440p users, the High preset is the recommended starting point, as its 140.7 FPS average is ideal for 144Hz monitors. If a user has a 120Hz display, the Ultra preset at 120.8 FPS is a perfect match, allowing for maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. The Medium preset at 154.2 FPS is a solid choice for those who prioritize higher frame rates above all else, or who have a 165Hz monitor and want to stay near its maximum refresh rate.

For 4K resolution, the data suggests that the High preset is the sweet spot for a balanced experience, delivering 94.9 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS and ensures a smooth, visually rich experience. The Ultra preset at 82.5 FPS is still highly playable and is recommended for users with a 4K display that supports a 60Hz or 75Hz refresh rate, as it will fully utilize the display's capabilities while providing the best image quality the game has to offer. The Medium preset is a good alternative for those who want higher frame rates at 4K, offering an average of 104.3 FPS.