Dave The Diver

Dave The Diver presents an interesting case for the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, but becomes increasingly reliant on CPU performance as resolution drops. With an average benchmark score placing the CPU in the 75th percentile and the GPU in the 66th percentile, this pairing is well-matched for a game that is not particularly demanding on either component. The measured frame rates across all settings and resolutions are consistently high, suggesting that this combo will deliver a smooth experience for the vast majority of players.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic pattern of GPU limitation at higher resolutions. At 1080p with Ultra settings, the combo produces 150.6 FPS, but this drops to 116.6 FPS at 1440p and further to 74.7 FPS at 4K. This represents a 50.4% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the RTX 4060 is the primary bottleneck as pixel count increases.

The story changes when examining the 1080p results. At Low settings, the system achieves 229.9 FPS, which is 34% higher than the High preset's 171.5 FPS. This substantial gap at 1080p suggests that while the GPU is still doing most of the work, the CPU's performance ceiling is beginning to come into view. The Intel Core i5-11400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, has a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14372, which is more than sufficient for this title, but the data indicates that frame rates above 230 FPS would require a stronger processor.

The scaling pattern shows diminishing returns as resolution increases. From 1440p to 4K at Ultra settings, the frame rate drops by 35.9%, which is a smaller relative decrease than the 22.6% drop from 1080p to 1440p. This non-linear scaling is typical of a GPU that is being pushed closer to its limits at 4K. The RTX 4060's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128-bit bus, while adequate for most titles, becomes a limiting factor at 4K Ultra, where the 74.7 FPS result shows the system is struggling to maintain high frame rates.

The 4K results are particularly telling. Even at Low settings, the system only manages 114.6 FPS, which is a 50.2% drop from the 1080p Low result of 229.9 FPS. This indicates that at 4K, the GPU is the clear limiting component, and the CPU's performance is largely irrelevant to the final frame rate. The 4K Ultra result of 74.7 FPS is still playable, but it represents a significant compromise from the high refresh rate experiences available at lower resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on the optimal settings for different priorities. For players seeking the highest possible frame rates, the Low preset at 1080p delivers 229.9 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth and suitable for competitive play. However, this comes at the cost of visual fidelity, and the jump to Medium at 1080p yields 196.7 FPS, a 14.4% reduction that still provides an excellent experience.

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the High preset at 1440p stands out. The 131.9 FPS result is more than sufficient for smooth gameplay, and the resolution increase from 1080p provides a noticeably sharper image. The data shows that High settings at 1440p delivers 23.2% more frames than Ultra at the same resolution (116.6 FPS), making it the recommended choice for most users with 1440p displays.

At 4K, the choice is more constrained. The High preset produces 86 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The Medium preset at 95.4 FPS offers a better compromise, delivering 10.9% more frames than High while presumably maintaining acceptable visual quality. The Ultra preset at 74.7 FPS is the most demanding option and is only recommended for players with VRR displays who prioritize image quality over frame rate.

For 1080p users with high refresh rate monitors, the Medium preset at 196.7 FPS is arguably the sweet spot. It provides a 14.7% performance improvement over High (171.5 FPS) while likely retaining most of the visual enhancements. The Ultra preset at 150.6 FPS is still excellent and represents the best visual experience for those who own 144Hz displays.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. The measured data shows 74.7 FPS at 4K Ultra and 86 FPS at 4K High. These are playable frame rates, but the system is clearly GPU-limited at this resolution, and players seeking higher performance should consider the Medium preset, which achieves 95.4 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this system?

A: The data indicates that 1440p High provides the best overall experience. The 131.9 FPS result is smooth, and the resolution offers a meaningful visual upgrade over 1080p. The system achieves 176.2 FPS at 1440p Low, showing headroom for even higher frame rates if needed.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance at different resolutions?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400F becomes more relevant at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 229.9 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's practical limit for this game. At 4K, the GPU is the primary bottleneck, and CPU performance has minimal impact on the final frame rate.

Q: Does the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM limit performance?

A: The measured data does not show VRAM-related stutters or crashes. At 4K Ultra, the system maintains 74.7 FPS, suggesting that 8 GB is sufficient for this title. However, the 128-bit memory bus may contribute to the significant frame rate drops seen at 4K compared to 1440p.

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

A: The measured result is 116.6 FPS. This is a solid performance level that should provide a smooth experience on most 1440p displays. Players with 144Hz monitors might prefer the High preset, which delivers 131.9 FPS, a 13.1% improvement.

Q: Is this system overkill for Dave The Diver?

A: The data suggests the combo is well-suited for this game. The lowest measured frame rate is 74.7 FPS at 4K Ultra, which is still playable. The system provides significant headroom, with the CPU and GPU both ranking in the 66th-75th percentiles of all components, making it a capable setup for this title and likely similar games.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance across all presets. The Low setting achieves 229.9 FPS, making it the highest measured result in the entire dataset. Medium follows at 196.7 FPS, representing a 14.4% reduction from Low. High produces 171.5 FPS, a 12.8% drop from Medium. The Ultra preset yields 150.6 FPS, which is 12.2% lower than High. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a total reduction of 34.5%, indicating that the GPU is still the primary performance driver at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a clear step down from 1080p. Low achieves 176.2 FPS, which is 23.4% lower than the 1080p Low result. Medium delivers 147.2 FPS, a 16.5% reduction from 1080p Medium. High produces 131.9 FPS, down 23.1% from its 1080p counterpart. Ultra reaches 116.6 FPS, a 22.6% decrease from 1080p Ultra. The scaling pattern is consistent, with each resolution increase resulting in approximately a 20-23% frame rate reduction across all settings.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. Low produces 114.6 FPS, which is 35% lower than the 1440p Low result. Medium achieves 95.4 FPS, a 35.2% reduction from 1440p Medium. High delivers 86 FPS, down 34.8% from 1440p High. Ultra reaches 74.7 FPS, a 35.9% decrease from 1440p Ultra. The consistency of these reductions across all settings confirms that the RTX 4060 is the bottleneck at 4K, with the CPU playing a negligible role in determining the final frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

In the global database of tested combinations, this setup ranks 933rd out of 1626 total combos for Dave The Diver. This places it in the 42.6th percentile, meaning it outperforms roughly 42.6% of all tested systems in this game. Given that the CPU sits in the 75th percentile and the GPU in the 66th percentile of all components, the combo's lower ranking indicates that Dave The Diver is not particularly demanding on hardware, allowing many lower-tier systems to achieve similar frame rates.

The CPU's nearest rivals provide context for its performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700U has an average score of 17189, essentially identical to the i5-11400F's 17181, with a deltaPct of 0. The Intel Core i7-1260P and Intel Core Ultra 7 164U both score 17212 and 17215 respectively, with a deltaPct of -0.2, indicating they are marginally slower. The Intel Core i5-1240U scores 17141 with a deltaPct of 0.2, showing it is slightly faster. These small deltas confirm that the i5-11400F is a mid-range performer whose capabilities align closely with other mainstream processors.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 6600M has an average score of 23321, with a deltaPct of -0.6, meaning it is slightly slower than the RTX 4060's 23181. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti scores 23338 with a deltaPct of -0.7, also slightly slower. The Intel Arc B580 scores 23021 with a deltaPct of 0.7, indicating the RTX 4060 is slightly faster. The AMD Radeon 760M scores 22999 with a deltaPct of 0.8, showing it is the fastest of the group. These comparisons highlight that the RTX 4060 is a capable mid-range GPU that competes closely with other options in its class.