Dave The Diver

Dave the Diver is an adventure title that, on the surface, may not seem demanding, but the benchmark data for the Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination reveals a system capable of extreme frame rates across all resolutions. This pairing produces a measured performance profile that places it in the top tier of tested configurations, with the data showing a consistent ability to push well past the refresh rates of standard displays.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the specific context of Dave the Diver, this hardware combination achieves a combo rank of 299 out of 1,626 tested combos. This places the system in the 81.6th percentile of all configurations tested for this game, a strong showing that reflects the high-end nature of both components. The ranking indicates that while there are faster systems, this pairing delivers a level of performance that will be more than sufficient for the vast majority of players seeking a fluid experience.

The CPU's overall standing in the broader benchmark database reinforces this. The Intel Core i7-12700KF holds an 89th percentile ranking against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35,355. Its nearest rivals in raw processing power are the Intel Core i5-14400 (scoring 35,336, a negligible 0.1% difference), the Intel Core i7-13800H (35,416, -0.2% difference), and the Intel Core i9-12900HX (35,289, 0.2% difference). This indicates that the processor is a top-tier performer, and the small deltas between these scores suggest that for a game like Dave the Diver, the CPU is unlikely to be the primary bottleneck.

On the graphics side, the RTX 5070 also commands a high position, sitting in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 41,687. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (scoring 41,441, a 0.6% difference) and the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (41,610, 0.2% difference). This data points to a GPU that is not only current but also competitive with previous generation flagship models, providing a substantial foundation for high-refresh-rate gaming. The combination of a top-decile CPU and a high-percentile GPU explains the excellent combo ranking observed in this specific title.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture and features 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus. This configuration yields a memory bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s, which is a critical factor for high-resolution texture streaming and overall throughput. The GPU's core clocks are set at a base of 2325 MHz and a boost of 2512 MHz, providing the computational muscle necessary for the high frame rates observed in the measured data.

The benchmark results for the GPU itself are telling. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 5,077. Its Passmark G3D score is 29,137, while its Passmark GPU Compute score is 15,787. These numbers, combined with its 83rd percentile ranking, confirm that the card is a robust performer. The relationship between the GPU's capabilities and the game's results is clear: Dave the Diver is not a graphically intensive title by modern standards, and the RTX 5070's substantial resources are more than adequate to render it at exceptionally high speeds. The GPU's FP32 performance of 30.87 TFLOPS and its 80 ROPs ensure that pixel throughput is not a limiting factor, allowing the system to achieve the triple-digit frame rates seen in the measurements. The card's 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores are present, but for this title, the standard rasterization performance is the primary driver of the results.

Resolution Scaling

The data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases. The performance headroom is most apparent at 1920x1080, where the system is likely more constrained by the CPU's ability to feed frames to the GPU. At 1080p with Low settings, the average frame rate reaches 343.2 FPS. This figure drops to 259.5 FPS at 2560x1440 and further to 172.3 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 49.8% decrease in frame rate from 1080p to 1440p, and a 33.6% decrease from 1440p to 4K.

This scaling pattern suggests a shift in the limiting component. At 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance is likely the primary constraint, preventing the GPU from reaching its absolute maximum output. As resolution increases, the workload on the GPU grows, and the frame rate drop becomes more a function of the GPU's pixel processing capabilities. The fact that the RTX 5070 can still deliver an average of 172.3 FPS at 4K on Low settings indicates that it has significant bandwidth and processing power. The scaling from High to Ultra settings at each resolution provides further insight, showing a consistent performance cost for the highest quality presets.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its peak performance. With Low settings, the average frame rate is 343.2 FPS. Moving to Medium reduces this to 286.7 FPS, a 16.5% drop. High settings yield 255.4 FPS, and the demanding Ultra preset still achieves a very high 230.1 FPS. The data shows that even at the highest quality setting, the frame rate remains far above the 144Hz threshold, making this resolution ideal for competitive play or maximum smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains exceptional. The Low preset delivers 259.5 FPS. Medium settings produce 219.1 FPS, while High settings follow closely with 191.9 FPS. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, still manages an average of 174 FPS. These figures indicate that 1440p is a sweet spot for this combination, offering a significant visual upgrade over 1080p while maintaining frame rates that are more than sufficient for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its workload, but the results are still impressive. The Low preset averages 172.3 FPS, which is a considerable drop from the 1080p results but still very high. Medium settings produce 146.8 FPS, and High settings follow at 128.2 FPS. The Ultra preset, which demands the most from the hardware, still yields a very playable 117.6 FPS. This demonstrates that the RTX 5070 is capable of delivering a high-refresh-rate 4K experience in this title, even with the most demanding settings.

Settings Recommendations

For players with a 1920x1080 or 2560x1440 display, the data supports using the Ultra preset without hesitation. At 1080p, the average frame rate is 230.1 FPS, and at 1440p it is 174 FPS. Both are well above the threshold for even the fastest gaming monitors. The performance cost of moving from High to Ultra is relatively small in percentage terms at these resolutions, and the visual fidelity gains from the Ultra preset are likely to be appreciated. There is no practical reason to sacrifice visual quality for performance here, as the system has ample headroom.

For 4K displays, the choice is more nuanced. The Ultra preset delivers 117.6 FPS, which is excellent for a 120Hz display. If a user has a 144Hz or higher refresh rate 4K monitor, the High preset, with its 128.2 FPS average, becomes a more compelling option. This setting provides a 9.0% performance increase over Ultra while presumably offering a minor visual difference in a game like this. The Medium preset at 146.8 FPS would be the choice for those who prioritize frame rate above all else at 4K. The data indicates that the High preset at 4K offers the best balance between visual quality and performance, ensuring a consistently smooth experience without pushing the GPU to its limits.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance ranking for this CPU and GPU combination in Dave the Diver?

A: This combination ranks 299th out of 1,626 tested combos for this game, placing it in the top 20% of all systems tested.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck for this game at 1080p?

A: The data suggests it may be. The frame rate at 1080p Low is 343.2 FPS versus 259.5 FPS at 1440p Low. The large drop when resolution increases indicates that at 1080p, performance is likely limited by the CPU's frame generation speed rather than the GPU.

Q: How does the RTX 5070's memory configuration affect performance?

A: The GPU features 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. This high bandwidth is sufficient for the game's requirements, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 4K, where memory throughput becomes more critical.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between the High and Ultra presets at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 128.2 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 117.6 FPS. This is a performance difference of 10.6 FPS, or approximately 9.0%.

Q: Can this system handle 1440p gaming with maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440 with the Ultra preset, the system achieves an average frame rate of 174 FPS, which is more than sufficient for a high refresh rate monitor.

Q: Is the RTX 5070's performance comparable to a previous generation flagship?

A: Benchmark data indicates it is. The RTX 5070 has an average score of 41,687, while its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, scores 41,441, a 0.6% difference. This suggests they are extremely close in raw compute performance.