Dave The Diver

Dave The Diver pairs the Intel Core i5-12400 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, producing a combination that ranks 2922 out of 3710 tested combos in this game. This places the pairing in the lower-middle portion of the database, indicating that while it can run the game, it does not excel relative to the broader field of tested hardware. The measured frame rates show a system that is capable of smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, but which begins to show strain at 4K, particularly at higher settings presets.

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

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, and it carries a 65 W TDP. The CPU features an 18 MB shared L3 cache, along with 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. This processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and uses the Intel Socket 1700.

In synthetic benchmarks, the i5-12400 demonstrates solid single-threaded performance with a 3DMark single-thread score of 910 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2257. Multi-threaded results are also respectable, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15989 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 8564. The CPU's percentile ranking against all CPUs is 72, meaning it outperforms 72% of processors in the database. Its nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the AMD EPYC 7643 with a negligible -0.1% delta and the Intel Core i3-14100F with a +0.9% delta, showing that the i5-12400 sits in a tightly contested performance band.

For Dave The Diver, an adventure game that is not typically CPU-bound, the i5-12400's 6 cores and 12 threads are more than sufficient to feed the RTX 2060. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the combo reaches 178 FPS, which is well above the refresh rate of most monitors. Even at 4K Ultra, where the GPU is under maximum load, the average FPS of 59 suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor, as the frame rate scales down predictably with resolution. The CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its 3DMark single-thread score of 910, ensures that game logic and draw calls are processed without introducing a bottleneck.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 holds a rank of 2922 out of 3710 tested combos in Dave The Diver. This percentile placement, roughly in the 21st percentile of all combos, indicates that the pairing is outperformed by the majority of systems in the database. However, this ranking must be contextualized by the game's nature; Dave The Diver is a 2D adventure title with modest graphical demands, so even a lower-ranked combo can deliver playable frame rates.

Looking at the measured FPS data, the combo's rank in the database does not reflect its practical performance in this specific title. At 1080p, the system achieves 178 FPS on Low settings and 117 FPS on Ultra, which are both excellent results. At 1440p, the average FPS ranges from 134 on Low to 88 on Ultra, maintaining smooth gameplay. The rank becomes more relevant at 4K, where the combo drops to 90 FPS on Low and 59 FPS on Ultra, with the latter being just at the edge of playability. The GPU's percentile ranking of 58 against all GPUs, along with its average benchmark score of 15290, places it near the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (0% delta) and the AMD Radeon 680M (+0.1% delta), indicating that the RTX 2060 is a mid-range performer that can handle this game at most settings but not at maximum fidelity in 4K.

The combo rank of 2922 suggests that many other CPU-GPU pairings achieve higher average frame rates in this game, likely due to more powerful GPUs. However, the data confirms that this specific combo is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where the CPU and GPU work in harmony to deliver high frame rates.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of resolution scaling that identifies the GPU as the primary limiting component in this combo. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS drops by approximately 25-34% across all settings. For example, at High settings, the frame rate falls from 133 FPS at 1080p to 100 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of 33 FPS. From 1440p to 4K, the drop becomes more severe, with High settings falling from 100 FPS to 67 FPS, a further 33% decrease.

This scaling behavior is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU's performance remains constant across resolutions, so if the CPU were the bottleneck, frame rates would remain similar regardless of resolution. Instead, the data shows that increasing the resolution from 1080p to 4K at Low settings reduces the average FPS from 178 to 90, a 49% drop. This substantial decrease indicates that the RTX 2060's rendering capabilities are being taxed more heavily as pixel count increases. The GPU's 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and 192-bit memory bus, with a bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s, are adequate for 1080p and 1440p but become strained at 4K, especially at higher settings presets.

The frame rate scaling also shows diminishing returns at the highest settings. At 4K, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is 31 FPS (90 vs 59), while at 1080p, the same settings difference is 61 FPS (178 vs 117). This compression of the settings range at higher resolutions further confirms that the GPU is the limiting factor, as it cannot maintain the same performance headroom when pixel count increases.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the combo's rank in Dave The Diver, and how many total combos are tested?

A: The combo ranks 2922 out of 3710 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle range of the database.

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable with this combo, and at what settings?

A: The highest average FPS is 178, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Does this combo maintain playable frame rates at 4K resolution?

A: At 4K, the average FPS ranges from 90 on Low settings to 59 on Ultra settings, with Medium settings delivering 75 FPS. The Ultra preset at 59 FPS is marginally playable, while Low and Medium are smoother.

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

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 15290, which is virtually identical to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (0% delta) and the AMD Radeon 680M (+0.1% delta). It also sits close to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (+0.6%) and AMD Radeon RX 7600 (+0.8%).

Q: What is the CPU's single-threaded performance, and how does it relate to gaming?

A: The i5-12400 has a 3DMark single-thread score of 910 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2257, indicating strong single-threaded performance that is well-suited for gaming workloads.

Q: At which resolution does the combo show the largest FPS drop?

A: The largest FPS drop occurs when moving from 1440p to 4K, with High settings falling from 100 FPS to 67 FPS, a 33% reduction.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is built on the Turing architecture and uses the TU106 chip, manufactured on a 12 nm process node. It features 1920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 raster output units, along with 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1365 MHz and a boost clock of 1680 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). The 6 GB of GDDR6 memory is connected via a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s.

The GPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks shows a PassMark G3D score of 14111 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1242. Its percentile ranking against all GPUs is 58, with an average benchmark score of 15290. This places it in the mid-range tier, with nearest rivals including the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (0% delta) and the AMD Radeon 680M (+0.1% delta). The RTX 2060's DirectX 12 support is rated at 12 Ultimate (12_2), and it supports Vulkan 1.4 and OpenGL 4.6.

In Dave The Diver, the GPU's role is central to determining frame rates, especially at higher resolutions. The measured data shows that at 1080p, the GPU can push frame rates from 117 FPS on Ultra to 178 FPS on Low, demonstrating its capability for high-refresh-rate gameplay at this resolution. At 1440p, the GPU maintains playable frame rates between 88 and 134 FPS. However, at 4K, the GPU's limitations become apparent, with average FPS dropping to 59 on Ultra and 67 on High. The 6 GB VRAM is sufficient for this game's textures, as no VRAM-related stuttering or crashes are indicated in the data, but the GPU's raw compute power (6.451 TFLOPS FP32) is insufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K with maximum settings.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the resolution and the target frame rate. At 1080p, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 117 FPS, which is smooth for most displays. If a higher frame rate is desired, the Medium preset at 149 FPS offers a significant boost with only a minor visual quality reduction. The Low preset at 178 FPS is the best choice for competitive play or very high refresh rate monitors, but it sacrifices visual fidelity.

At 1440p, the High preset provides a balanced experience at 100 FPS, while the Medium preset at 112 FPS offers a slight performance advantage. The Ultra preset at 88 FPS is still playable but may not be ideal for fast-paced scenes. For the smoothest experience at this resolution, the Low preset at 134 FPS is recommended, though it may detract from the game's visual charm.

At 4K, the choices are more constrained. The Low preset at 90 FPS is the only setting that provides a comfortably smooth experience. The Medium preset at 75 FPS is acceptable for slower-paced exploration, but the High preset at 67 FPS and Ultra at 59 FPS are borderline, with the latter risking noticeable frame drops in busy scenes. For 4K gaming, the Low preset is the recommended choice, as it maintains playability without severe visual compromises given the game's art style.

Overall, the data suggests that the best experience is achieved at 1080p with the Medium or High preset, balancing visual quality and frame rate. At 1440p, the Medium preset offers the best compromise, while at 4K, only the Low preset is recommended for consistent performance.

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

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers an average of 178 FPS on Low settings, 149 FPS on Medium, 133 FPS on High, and 117 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum FPS of 127 and a maximum of 171, indicating some variance but overall stability. These results show that the combo is well-suited for 1080p gaming, with even the Ultra preset exceeding 115 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops to 134 on Low, 112 on Medium, 100 on High, and 88 on Ultra. The Medium preset again provides a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 129 FPS, demonstrating consistent performance. At this resolution, the combo remains playable across all settings, with the Ultra preset still maintaining an average above 85 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS falls to 90 on Low, 75 on Medium, 67 on High, and 59 on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 64 FPS and a maximum of 86 FPS, indicating that frame rates can dip below 60 FPS in demanding moments. The Ultra preset's average of 59 FPS is right at the threshold of playability, while the Low preset at 90 FPS is the only setting that provides a comfortable margin.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: each increase in resolution or settings preset results in a predictable drop in average FPS. The combo's performance is strongest at 1080p, where it can handle even the Ultra preset with ease, and weakest at 4K, where only the Low preset delivers a smooth experience. This breakdown confirms that the RTX 2060 is the limiting component, as frame rates scale directly with the GPU's workload.