Dave The Diver

Dave The Diver pairs a 20-core Intel Core i7-14700F with an 8 GB AMD Radeon RX 7600, a combination that ranks 2563rd out of 3710 tested setups for this title. The CPU is a Raptor Lake Refresh part with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, while the GPU is a Navi 33 chip on the RDNA 3.0 architecture. Benchmark data for this pairing shows that the system handles the game well across all tested resolutions, though the balance of work between the processor and graphics card shifts noticeably as resolution increases.

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

The Intel Core i7-14700F brings substantial processing resources to Dave The Diver, with 20 cores and 28 threads. This is a 10 nm part with a 33 MB shared L3 cache, and it supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5 memory. The CPU's single-thread performance is strong, as indicated by a Geekbench single-core score of 2429 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4958. Multi-threaded workloads are even more impressive, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35122 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 19620.

For an adventure title like Dave The Diver, the CPU's job is primarily to maintain a consistent frame delivery and handle game logic, physics, and any background tasks. The 14700F's high boost clock of 5.40 GHz ensures that single-threaded game loops run efficiently, which is critical for maintaining high average FPS at lower resolutions. The processor sits in the 91st percentile of all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 53620. Compared to its nearest rivals, the Intel Xeon 6505P scores 53701 (a 0.2% difference), the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X scores 53288 (0.6% ahead of the 14700F), and the AMD EPYC 7313P scores 53206 (0.8% behind). This places the 14700F in a competitive band, though these rival deltas are small and unlikely to produce meaningful differences in Dave The Diver's frame rates.

Given the game's relatively modest system demands, the 14700F is unlikely to be a bottleneck at any tested resolution. The data shows that at 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 129 at Ultra settings to 196 at Low settings, which suggests the CPU has ample headroom. Even at 1440p, the lowest average FPS is 97 at Ultra, indicating that the processor is not struggling to feed the GPU. The CPU's 65 W TDP and active production status confirm it is a mainstream, efficient part that pairs well with mid-range graphics cards.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 is the graphics workhorse in this pairing, built on the 6 nm RDNA 3.0 architecture with 13,300 million transistors. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's boost clock is listed at 2655 MHz, with a game clock of 2250 MHz, and it has 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. Compute performance is rated at 21.75 TFLOPS for FP32 operations.

In terms of raw benchmark scores, the RX 7600 achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2310 and a Passmark G3D score of 16634. It sits in the 57th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 15171. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (scoring 15199, a 0.2% delta), the AMD Radeon Pro 560X (15082, 0.6% difference), and the AMD Radeon 680M (15270, 0.7% difference). These numbers show the RX 7600 is a solid mid-range performer, though not a top-tier card.

For Dave The Diver, the GPU's role becomes more critical as resolution increases. At 1080p, the RX 7600 easily pushes past 129 FPS even at Ultra settings, with Low settings hitting 196 FPS. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for this game's textures, as evidenced by the measured results. At 1440p, the card still delivers 97 FPS at Ultra, which is smooth for most displays. The 4K results are playable, with 65 FPS at Ultra and 74 FPS at High, showing that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at that resolution. The RX 7600's 8 GB memory size does not appear to cause issues in this title, as the frame rates scale predictably with settings.

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

The measured data reveals a clear progression of frame rates as resolution increases, which indicates where the bottleneck lies. At 1080p, the system achieves 196 FPS on Low settings, 164 FPS on Medium, 146 FPS on High, and 129 FPS on Ultra. Moving to 1440p, the same settings yield 147 FPS, 123 FPS, 110 FPS, and 97 FPS respectively. At 4K, the numbers drop further to 99 FPS, 83 FPS, 74 FPS, and 65 FPS.

The scaling pattern is instructive. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS drops by roughly 25% across all settings. From 1440p to 4K, the drop is about 33%. This non-linear decline suggests that the RX 7600 is increasingly stressed as pixel count rises. At 1080p, the CPU's strong single-core performance likely keeps frame rates higher than the GPU alone could manage, but as resolution increases, the GPU's pixel throughput becomes the limiting factor.

Specifically, the gap between Low and Ultra settings widens at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference is 67 FPS (196 vs 129). At 4K, the difference is 34 FPS (99 vs 65). This indicates that at 4K, even lower settings cannot fully compensate for the GPU's resolution load, and the CPU has more idle time. The data supports the conclusion that the RX 7600 is the primary constraint at 4K, while the i7-14700F provides enough headroom to avoid bottlenecking at 1080p and 1440p.

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

The measured FPS data for this combo spans three resolutions and four quality presets, providing a complete picture of performance.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers 196 FPS on Low, 164 FPS on Medium, 146 FPS on High, and 129 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a min FPS of 139 and a max of 188, indicating some frame variance but generally smooth gameplay. These numbers suggest that 1080p is well within the comfort zone of this hardware, with even Ultra settings offering a high refresh rate experience.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong: 147 FPS on Low, 123 FPS on Medium, 110 FPS on High, and 97 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset records a min of 105 and a max of 142, showing consistent performance. This resolution is still very playable, with Ultra settings staying above 90 FPS, which is ideal for 144Hz monitors.

At 3840x2160, the system produces 99 FPS on Low, 83 FPS on Medium, 74 FPS on High, and 65 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a min of 70 and a max of 95, which means the system can dip below 60 FPS in demanding scenes. While 4K is technically playable, the lower presets are necessary for a consistently smooth experience, and Ultra settings may cause noticeable frame drops.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-14700F and AMD Radeon RX 7600 ranks 2563rd out of 3710 tested combos in Dave The Diver. This puts it in the lower-middle tier of all tested systems, which is consistent with the RX 7600's status as a 57th percentile GPU. The CPU is well above average, but the overall ranking is dragged down by the graphics card's mid-range positioning.

In practical terms, a rank of 2563 out of 3710 means that roughly 31% of tested combos perform better, while 69% perform worse. The data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it delivers excellent frame rates. The ranking also reflects the fact that many other tested combos likely pair higher-end GPUs with similar or better CPUs, pushing this setup down the list.

Despite the middling rank, the actual gameplay experience is strong for the target resolution. The measured FPS at 1080p and 1440p is competitive with many higher-ranked combos, and the 4K performance is respectable for a mid-range card. The rank is a relative measure, not an absolute verdict on the combo's capability.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and refresh rate priorities.

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset at 129 FPS is the best choice for most users, as it provides maximum visual quality while still offering a frame rate high enough for smooth gameplay. If a user has a 144Hz or 165Hz monitor, the High preset at 146 FPS is a better option, sacrificing some visual fidelity for a more fluid experience. The Low preset at 196 FPS is only necessary for competitive play or extremely high refresh rate displays above 165Hz.

For 2560x1440, the High preset at 110 FPS is the sweet spot, balancing visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 97 FPS is also viable, especially for users with 100Hz or 120Hz monitors, but the High preset offers more headroom. The Medium preset at 123 FPS is a good fallback if the user prefers higher frame rates over visual detail, while Low at 147 FPS is overkill for most displays.

For 3840x2160, the Medium preset at 83 FPS is the recommended starting point, as it offers a playable experience with decent visuals. The High preset at 74 FPS is acceptable for slower-paced gameplay, but the min FPS on Medium (70) suggests that High may dip below 60 in busy scenes. The Low preset at 99 FPS is the best choice for users who prioritize smoothness over quality, while Ultra at 65 FPS should be avoided unless the user can tolerate occasional frame drops.

In summary, this combo is best used at 1080p or 1440p with High or Ultra settings, and at 4K with Medium or Low settings. The i7-14700F provides ample CPU power, while the RX 7600 delivers solid GPU performance for the price point, making this a balanced pairing for Dave The Diver's requirements.