Dave The Diver

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a commanding performance in Dave The Diver, a title that clearly favors high refresh rate play. Across all tested resolutions and settings, this combination never dips below 71 FPS on average, indicating a robust gaming experience even at maximum graphical fidelity. The data shows this combo ranks in the 60th percentile overall (rank 977 out of 1626 tested combinations), which is a solid mid-to-upper tier placement for a 1080p and 1440p-focused setup.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Dave The Diver?*

A: Based on the measured FPS, 2560x1440 offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At High settings, the combo achieves 118.5 FPS, and at Ultra it still hits 108.1 FPS, both well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU's core configuration impact performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 features 6 cores and 12 threads with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. For a game like Dave The Diver, the data suggests this 6-core setup is more than sufficient, as even at 1080p Low settings the system reaches 217.2 FPS, indicating the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower graphical loads.

Q: Is the RTX 2070 SUPER's 8 GB VRAM enough for 4K gaming?

A: Yes, based on the measured results. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo averages 71.7 FPS. The 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 448.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient to handle the game's textures at 4K without dropping below playable frame rates.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested configurations in the database?

A: The combo ranks 977 out of 1626, placing it in the 60th percentile of all tested combos. This means it outperforms approximately 60% of other CPU-GPU pairings in the database for this specific game, making it a competitive but not top-tier configuration.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS drops from 217.2 on Low to 142.3 on Ultra. This represents a 34.5% reduction in frame rate when moving to maximum settings, but the absolute numbers remain high enough for a fluid experience on any preset.

Q: Does the GPU outperform its nearest rivals in this game?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 22206, which is 0.9% higher than the GTX TITAN Z and 2.5% higher than the RX 5700. However, it trails the RTX 4060 Mobile by 2.3% and the RTX A400 by 0.5% in synthetic tests, though in-game results may vary.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Alder Lake generation, running at a base clock of 2.50 GHz and boosting up to 4.40 GHz. Its 18 MB of shared L3 cache and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory make it a versatile mid-range chip. In the context of Dave The Diver, the data indicates that this CPU provides ample headroom, as evidenced by the high frame rates achieved at lower resolutions where CPU load typically becomes more pronounced.

At 1080p Low settings, the combo hits 217.2 FPS, which is a strong indicator that the CPU is not the limiting factor. The processor's single-thread performance, reflected in a 3DMark single-thread score of 910 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2249, is adequate for the game's logic and physics calculations. The multi-threaded capabilities, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15935, further ensure that background tasks will not interfere with gameplay. The CPU's percentile ranking (77th among all CPUs) and its average benchmark score of 19850 place it very close to the Intel Core i7-9700, which scores 19831, a mere 0.1% difference.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of 1626 tested combinations for Dave The Diver, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER achieves a rank of 977. This places it in the 60th percentile, indicating that it performs better than a majority of other configurations tested in this game. While it does not break into the top tier of combos, the rank is respectable given the hardware's age and market segment.

The ranking suggests that for a mid-range build from the 12th Gen Intel and 20-series NVIDIA era, this combo provides a well-balanced experience that can handle the game's demands across all settings. The data shows that the GPU's performance is a significant contributor to this rank, given its 65th percentile standing among all GPUs. The CPU, while not the absolute fastest, holds its own with a 77th percentile rank, ensuring that the combo's overall placement is not dragged down by a weak processor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of scalability across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo ranges from a high of 217.2 FPS on Low settings to a low of 142.3 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset delivers 183 FPS, while High yields 161.4 FPS. These figures indicate that at 1080p, the system is heavily GPU-bound, as the CPU has ample headroom to feed frames.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain impressively high. Low settings produce 160.8 FPS, Medium 137.8 FPS, High 118.5 FPS, and Ultra 108.1 FPS. The step from 1080p to 1440p incurs a performance penalty of roughly 25-30% across all settings, which is expected given the increased pixel count. At 3840x2160, the system still delivers playable frame rates, with Low at 110.2 FPS, Medium at 90.8 FPS, High at 81.6 FPS, and Ultra at 71.7 FPS.

The data shows a consistent trend: the difference between Low and Ultra at any given resolution is approximately 35-40 FPS. This suggests that the game's graphical settings have a significant but not overwhelming impact on performance, allowing users to fine-tune their experience based on their display's refresh rate.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the primary driver of performance in this combo, given the game's visual nature. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, it offers 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is crucial for texture streaming at higher resolutions. The GPU's boost clock of 1770 MHz and its 2560 shading units provide substantial compute power, reflected in its 9.062 TFLOPS of FP32 performance.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 22206 places it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the RTX A400, which scores 22307 (0.5% higher), and the GTX TITAN Z, which scores 22006 (0.9% lower). In the context of Dave The Diver, the GPU's capabilities are more than adequate, as even at 4K Ultra it maintains an average of 71.7 FPS. The 12 nm process node and 215 W TDP are indicative of the hardware's power requirements, but the performance delivered is substantial for a card of this generation.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays with high refresh rates (144Hz or above), the High preset at 161.4 FPS provides an excellent balance of visual quality and smoothness, though even Ultra at 142.3 FPS is viable for a 144Hz panel. The Medium preset at 183 FPS is the best choice for 165Hz displays, as it ensures the frame rate stays above the refresh rate.

For 1440p gaming, the High preset at 118.5 FPS is the recommended sweet spot, offering a significant visual upgrade over 1080p while maintaining a frame rate that is smooth on most monitors. The Ultra preset at 108.1 FPS is also a strong option for those prioritizing image quality over the last bit of performance. At 4K, the Medium preset at 90.8 FPS provides the best experience, as it maintains a high frame rate while offering better visual fidelity than Low settings.

Resolution Scaling

The data shows a clear relationship between resolution and performance, with frame rates decreasing as pixel count increases. From 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the High preset drops from 161.4 FPS to 118.5 FPS, a 26.6% reduction. Moving from 1440p to 3840x2160, the High preset further drops to 81.6 FPS, a 31.1% reduction from the 1440p figure. This scaling pattern indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the CPU's performance remains constant across all resolutions.

The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K on the High preset is approximately 49.4%, which is significant but not as severe as some more demanding titles. This suggests that Dave The Diver is not excessively GPU-intensive, allowing the RTX 2070 SUPER to maintain playable frame rates even at the highest resolution. The data indicates that for users with 4K displays, the Low preset at 110.2 FPS offers the best performance, while those with 1440p or 1080p displays can afford to use higher settings without sacrificing smoothness.