Dave The Diver

Dave The Diver is not a demanding title, but the benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER show that this combination still has clear limits. The combo ranks 1200 out of 1626 tested combinations, placing it in the lower third of the database. This is a surprisingly low rank for a setup that delivers very playable frame rates at most settings, which suggests that the ranking is heavily influenced by higher-end hardware that pushes far beyond the 60 FPS target. For this specific pairing, the data indicates a system that is more than capable for the game, but not one that will lead the charts.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1200 out of 1626 places it in the 26th percentile of all tested systems. This is a modest position, reflecting that while the experience is smooth, other configurations are delivering significantly higher frame rates. The data suggests this is a mid-pack performer, not a top-tier one. When looking at the individual components, the CPU holds up better than the GPU in relative terms. The Core i5-11400F sits at the 75th percentile against all CPUs, while the RTX 2060 SUPER is at the 63rd percentile against all GPUs. The CPU is a stronger part of this pairing, but the game’s frame rates are still dictated by the graphics card.

The CPU’s average benchmark score of 17181 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, with a delta of 0% against the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U and only -0.2% against the Intel Core i7-1260P and Intel Core Ultra 7 164U. This shows that the 11400F is right in the middle of a performance cluster. The GPU’s average score of 19774 is also closely matched, sitting just 0.3% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN and 0.5% ahead of the RTX 2070. The practical takeaway is that this combo is not an outlier; it performs exactly as its component scores suggest, which is good for consistent, predictable gameplay, but it will not surprise anyone with outstanding results.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo overkill for Dave The Diver?

A: The data shows that at 1080p, the combo achieves a 194.4 FPS average on Low settings and 148.4 FPS on High. These numbers are far beyond the 60 FPS standard, indicating that the hardware is not being fully utilized. The system has significant headroom, so it is not overkill in the sense of being unable to run the game, but rather it is more powerful than the game requires for a smooth experience.

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

A: Yes, but with some compromises. At 3840x2160, the average frame rate drops to 70.9 FPS on High settings and 67.3 FPS on Ultra. These are still playable numbers. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on the RTX 2060 SUPER and its 448.0 GB/s bandwidth appear sufficient for 4K in this specific title, but the performance margin is much thinner than at lower resolutions.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K?

A: The frame rate drop is substantial. On High settings, the average FPS falls from 148.4 at 1920x1080 to 109.2 at 2560x1440, and finally to 70.9 at 3840x2160. This represents a 52% decrease in average FPS from 1080p to 4K. This indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, as the workload on the graphics card increases significantly.

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

A: The gap is clear. At 2560x1440, the average FPS is 147.8 on Low and 96.1 on Ultra. This is a 51.7 FPS difference. The performance cost of the Ultra preset is significant, but it still keeps the average frame rate above 96 FPS, which is smooth for most displays.

Q: Does the CPU limit performance in this game?

A: The data suggests it does not. The CPU has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Even at 1080p Low, where the CPU load is highest relative to the GPU, the system achieves 194.4 FPS. This indicates the processor is not a limiting factor. The bottleneck shifts to the GPU as resolution and settings increase.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its direct rival, the RTX 2070?

A: The benchmark scores show they are virtually identical. The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 19774, which is only 0.5% higher than the RTX 2070’s score of 19680. In practical terms, you would not notice a difference in frame rates between these two cards in this game.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic scaling pattern. At 1920x1080, the system has a lot of headroom. The average frame rate on Ultra is 126.4 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS target. This shows that the GPU is not stressed, and the frame rate is likely limited by the game’s engine or CPU at the highest settings. As the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the frame rate drops to 96.1 FPS on Ultra. This is a 24% decrease, showing that the GPU is beginning to work harder. The scaling continues to 3840x2160, where the Ultra preset yields 67.3 FPS, a 47% drop from the 1440p result.

This pattern clearly identifies the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER as the limiting component. The CPU’s performance does not change with resolution, but the GPU’s workload increases with the number of pixels. The 70.9 FPS average at 4K High shows that the card is near its limits, but it is still holding above the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is the steepest, confirming that the GPU is the bottleneck. For users with a 144Hz monitor, the 1080p results are ideal, but at 4K, the system will only be suitable for 60Hz displays.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a full matrix of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers excellent performance across the board. The Low preset produces an average of 194.4 FPS, the Medium preset 166.1 FPS, and the High preset 148.4 FPS. Even the most demanding Ultra preset holds an average of 126.4 FPS. These numbers show that the combo is exceptionally strong at 1080p, with all settings providing a frame rate well above the standard for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but starts to show the GPU’s workload. The Low preset averages 147.8 FPS, Medium 121.1 FPS, and High 109.2 FPS. The Ultra preset is still playable at 96.1 FPS, but it is the first setting that dips below the 100 FPS mark. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is notable, but all presets remain fluid.

At 3840x2160, the system is clearly pushed. The Low preset averages 96.4 FPS, which is still very good. The Medium preset drops to 80.2 FPS, and the High preset to 70.9 FPS. The Ultra preset is the only one that falls below the 60 FPS standard, with an average of 67.3 FPS. For a 4K experience, Low or Medium settings are recommended to maintain a safe margin above 60 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

For users with a 1080p display, the Ultra preset is the obvious choice. The 126.4 FPS average ensures a smooth experience on any monitor, and the visual quality will be at its maximum. There is no reason to lower settings at this resolution.

At 1440p, the High preset offers the best balance. The 109.2 FPS average is well above the 60 FPS target and provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium. The Ultra preset is still viable at 96.1 FPS, but the performance difference between High and Ultra is not worth the small visual gain for most users.

For 4K users, the Medium preset is the sweet spot. The 80.2 FPS average provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS, ensuring consistent frame times. The High preset at 70.9 FPS is also acceptable, but it is closer to the edge. The Low preset at 96.4 FPS is the safest option for the most stable experience, but it sacrifices visual fidelity. The Ultra preset should be avoided, as its 67.3 FPS average is too close to the 60 FPS line for comfort, and any demanding scene could cause a dip below it.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Rocket Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide solid fundamentals for gaming. The processor’s benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14372 and a single-core score of 2029, indicate it is a capable mid-range part.

In Dave The Diver, the CPU’s role is minimal. The game is not heavily threaded, and the data shows that even at 1080p with the Low preset, the system achieves 194.4 FPS. This high frame rate indicates that the CPU is not a bottleneck. The processor has enough single-thread performance to feed the GPU without issue. The 3DMark scores support this, with a single-thread score of 868 and a 2-thread score of 1691, showing strong per-core performance. The CPU’s 75th percentile ranking against all CPUs further confirms that it is a strong performer, but its capabilities are largely untapped in this specific game. The system’s frame rates are dictated by the GPU’s ability to render frames, not the CPU’s ability to calculate game logic.