Dave The Diver

In Dave The Diver, the Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers high frame rates across all tested resolutions, with the GPU proving to be the primary scaling factor. The combo ranks 812th out of 1626 tested configurations, placing it near the median, yet its measured performance shows it can handle 4K Ultra at 83.8 FPS. The CPU, with a launch MSRP of $174, and the GPU, with a launch MSRP of 299 USD, together offer a balanced pairing for this adventure title.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a consistent drop as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, a pattern typical of GPU-bound workloads. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 183.5 FPS at 1920x1080 to 135.5 FPS at 2560x1440 (a 26.2% reduction), and then to 90.6 FPS at 3840x2160 (a further 33.1% reduction). The same trend appears across all presets: Low drops from 242.5 to 181.9 to 125.9 FPS, Medium from 203 to 154.8 to 101.2 FPS, and Ultra from 160.8 to 123.4 to 83.8 FPS. The scaling is not proportional to pixel count—4K has four times the pixels of 1080p, yet the FPS does not quarter—indicating that the game is not purely pixel-bound. Instead, the GPU’s rendering capabilities and memory bandwidth become the limiting factors at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the 242.5 FPS result suggests the CPU can drive very high frame rates, but the GPU still has headroom, meaning the system is not CPU-limited even in the least demanding scenario. The data clearly shows that the RTX 5060 is the component that determines performance scaling, while the i5-12400F provides sufficient support.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p Ultra?

A: The combo achieves 160.8 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 5060’s average benchmark score is 30109, essentially tied with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (delta 0%) and slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 570 (delta -0.2%). It also edges out the NVIDIA Tesla M60 (0.5%) and the RTX 5070 Mobile (0.6%).

Q: What is the combo’s rank among tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 812 out of 1626 tested configurations, placing it at the 50th percentile. This means it performs better than half of the tested combos and worse than the other half.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck at 1080p?

A: No. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 242.5 FPS, indicating the i5-12400F can drive high frame rates without becoming a limiting factor. The CPU’s single-thread performance is strong enough to keep up with the GPU.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The RTX 5060 has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This configuration is sufficient for Dave The Diver, as the measured FPS shows no signs of memory-related stutters.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a 5 nm process. It features 8 GB of GDDR7 memory, a 128-bit bus, and 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock is 2280 MHz, boosting to 2497 MHz. In synthetic benchmarks, the GPU scores 30109 on average, placing it in the 73rd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (delta 0%), the RX 570 (-0.2%), the Tesla M60 (0.5%), and the RTX 5070 Mobile (0.6%). In Dave The Diver, the GPU’s role is central: it determines the frame rate at every resolution and preset. The measured data shows that even at 4K Ultra, the GPU maintains 83.8 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS target. The 8 GB VRAM is adequate for this game’s textures and effects, as no performance degradation is observed at higher settings. The GPU’s high clock speeds and memory bandwidth contribute to the smooth scaling seen across the resolution range.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 812 out of 1626 tested configurations, placing it at the 50th percentile. This is a median result, which is consistent with the individual component percentiles: the CPU sits at the 77th percentile and the GPU at the 73rd. The game’s relatively low system requirements mean that many combos can achieve high frame rates, so the ranking is not a reflection of poor performance but rather of the broad field of tested systems. The measured FPS shows that this combo can handle 1080p and 1440p at high refresh rates, and 4K at playable levels. The rank indicates that while the hardware is above average in isolation, the game’s modest demands allow many other configurations to match or exceed its performance. Still, the data confirms that this pairing is well-suited for Dave The Diver, delivering a smooth experience across all tested settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 90.6 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 125.9 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 101.2 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 83.8 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 135.5 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 181.9 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 154.8 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 123.4 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 183.5 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 242.5 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 203.0 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 160.8 |

The data shows a clear hierarchy: at 1080p, even Ultra exceeds 160 FPS, while Low reaches 242.5 FPS. At 1440p, High and Medium stay above 135 FPS, and Ultra remains above 120. At 4K, all settings are above 80 FPS, with Low hitting 125.9. The pattern is consistent—higher settings reduce FPS, but the game remains playable at every tested configuration. The largest gap between settings occurs at 1080p, where Low is 81.7 FPS higher than Ultra, while at 4K the gap narrows to 42.1 FPS, suggesting the GPU becomes more uniformly stressed at higher resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal preset depends on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p, Ultra provides 160.8 FPS, which is ideal for 144Hz or 165Hz monitors; even the most demanding preset delivers a high frame rate. For 1440p, High at 135.5 FPS is the best balance between visual quality and speed, while Ultra at 123.4 FPS is also viable for 120Hz displays. For 4K, High at 90.6 FPS is recommended for smooth gameplay, and Ultra at 83.8 FPS remains above 60 FPS, making it a reasonable choice for 60Hz screens. Low settings offer the highest frame rates—242.5 FPS at 1080p—but likely sacrifice visual fidelity; they are only necessary for extreme refresh rates or competitive play. The data suggests that High or Ultra presets are suitable for most users, with Low reserved for those seeking maximum frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its L3 cache is 18 MB shared. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 16518 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2332 in single-core. Its average benchmark score is 19221, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-8700K (delta 0.1%), the i5-1335U (0.3%), the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS (-0.7%), and the AMD EPYC 7773X (1.3%). In Dave The Diver, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with data. The measured FPS at 1080p Low (242.5) indicates that the CPU can handle high frame rates without bottlenecking. The game is not heavily threaded, so the 6-core/12-thread configuration is more than sufficient. The CPU’s strong single-thread performance (2332 in R23 single) helps maintain consistent frame pacing, and its 18 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency. Overall, the CPU provides ample headroom, allowing the GPU to be the primary determinant of performance in this title.