Dave The Diver

# Dave The Diver: Intel Core i7-14700K + Intel Arc B580

The Intel Core i7-14700K paired with the Intel Arc B580 delivers a remarkably smooth experience in Dave The Diver, with the measured data showing average frame rates that comfortably exceed 60 FPS across every resolution and settings combination tested. The combo ranks 1272nd out of 1626 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database, yet the actual gameplay numbers tell a story of consistent fluidity for this adventure title. The Arc B580's 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and the i7-14700K's 20 cores combine to handle Dave The Diver's demands with headroom to spare, even at 4K Ultra where the average dips to 62 FPS but never below playable thresholds.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 2560x1440 as the sweet spot. At High settings, the combo produces 105.9 FPS average, which is nearly double the 4K High result of 68.6 FPS while still offering substantial visual fidelity over 1080p.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Dave The Diver?

A: Yes. All four settings presets at 3840x2160 exceed 60 FPS, with Low delivering 92.3 FPS, Medium 81.4 FPS, High 68.6 FPS, and Ultra maintaining 62 FPS. The Arc B580's 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for this title's demands at 4K.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-core performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i7-14700K's average benchmark score of 70074 places it within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X (70420) and 1.4% behind the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270 (71056). It essentially matches the i7-14700KF at 70104 with a deltaPct of 0.

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

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce 185.7 FPS average, while Ultra produces 125.2 FPS. This represents a 60.5 FPS drop for maximum visual quality, though both remain exceptionally smooth.

Q: Does the GPU outperform its closest competitor?

A: The Arc B580's average benchmark score of 23021 is 0.7% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (23181) and 0.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon 760M (22999). The deltaPct against the NVIDIA P106-100 is 0.3% in favor of the Arc.

Q: Is the 1080p Medium preset a good choice for this combo?

A: Yes, the data shows 153.4 FPS at 1080p Medium, which sits comfortably between the Low result of 185.7 FPS and High's 138.4 FPS. This preset balances visual quality with a frame rate that far exceeds display refresh rate needs.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and Intel Arc B580 places 1272nd out of 1626 tested combos in Dave The Diver, a ranking that initially appears modest given the hardware's specifications. This position reflects the broader database of combinations, many of which include higher-tier GPUs that push frame rates at extreme settings. However, the measured FPS data reveals that this ranking understates the actual gameplay experience. At 1920x1080, every settings preset from Low to Ultra produces average frame rates above 125 FPS, meaning the combo is positioned in the rankings not due to weakness but because the game itself is not heavily demanding at standard resolutions.

The ranking disparity becomes clearer when examining the 4K results. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the combo achieves 62 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold many consider essential for smooth gameplay. The percentile data for individual components reinforces this: the CPU sits in the 96th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 66th percentile among all GPUs. This combination of a top-tier CPU with a mid-range GPU means the system is balanced for high-refresh 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K as a viable option in less demanding titles like Dave The Diver. The 1626-combo pool includes many systems with more powerful GPUs, which explains the 1272nd rank despite excellent playability.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700K brings substantial processing power to this combination, featuring 20 cores and 28 threads with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. In Dave The Diver, an adventure title that does not typically stress multi-core performance, this CPU provides far more headroom than the game requires. The benchmark data supports this: the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 44534 and single-core score of 6287 indicate a processor capable of handling any modern workload, including the physics and logic systems that underpin the game's simulation elements.

The CPU's position relative to its nearest rivals reinforces its strength. With an average benchmark score of 70074, the i7-14700K sits within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X (70420) and 1.4% of the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270 (71056). The passmark multithread score of 52392 and single-thread score of 4472 demonstrate that both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads are handled with equal proficiency. For Dave The Diver specifically, the boost clock of 5.60 GHz ensures that any single-threaded game logic runs at maximum speed, while the 33 MB of shared L3 cache provides low-latency access to frequently used data. The CPU's 96th percentile ranking among all CPUs means this processor will never be the bottleneck in this or most other titles.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional frame rates across the board: Low settings produce 185.7 FPS, Medium 153.4 FPS, High 138.4 FPS, and Ultra 125.2 FPS. These numbers indicate that even at the highest settings, the system has roughly double the headroom needed for a standard 60 Hz display, and it can fully utilize 144 Hz displays at Medium and above.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected scaling. Low settings yield 144.1 FPS, Medium 117.1 FPS, High 105.9 FPS, and Ultra 92.6 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p costs approximately 20-30% of frame rate depending on the preset, with Ultra seeing the smallest absolute drop of 32.6 FPS. At 3840x2160, the combo still maintains playable frame rates: Low produces 92.3 FPS, Medium 81.4 FPS, High 68.6 FPS, and Ultra 62 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is more substantial, with Ultra dropping by 30.6 FPS, but all presets remain above the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows a consistent pattern: each settings tier at a given resolution reduces frame rate by roughly 10-15% from the previous tier, with the Low-to-Ultra spread at 4K being 30.3 FPS.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B580 is the defining component for this system's gaming performance. Built on the Xe2-HPG architecture and fabricated on a 5 nm process at TSMC, the GPU features 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 80 ROPs. The 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 456.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which proves sufficient for Dave The Diver's textures and assets even at 4K Ultra. The GPU's clocks show a base and boost of 2670 MHz, with memory running at 2375 MHz or 19 Gbps effective.

The GPU's benchmark results place it in the 66th percentile among all GPUs, with a passmark G3D score of 15748 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3068. Its average benchmark score of 23021 positions it within 0.7% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (23181) and 0.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon 760M (22999). In Dave The Diver, the GPU's performance scales predictably with resolution. The 4K results, where the GPU becomes the primary performance determinant, show that the 12 GB VRAM capacity is not a limiting factor—the transition from High to Ultra at 4K costs only 6.6 FPS, suggesting the game is not VRAM-bound. The GPU's 190 W TDP and dual-slot design keep it manageable within a standard desktop build, and the PCIe 4.0 x8 interface provides adequate bandwidth for this title's data transfer needs.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends heavily on the user's display and performance priorities. For 1920x1080 displays, Ultra settings are the clear recommendation, as the 125.2 FPS average provides a fluid experience that exceeds the refresh rate of most 1080p monitors. Even if a user has a 165 Hz or 240 Hz display, the High preset at 138.4 FPS or Medium at 153.4 FPS offers additional headroom while maintaining high visual quality.

For 2560x1440 users, the data suggests High settings as the balanced choice, delivering 105.9 FPS with substantial visual fidelity. Those with 144 Hz displays may prefer Medium at 117.1 FPS, which provides a 11.2 FPS improvement over High while still looking excellent. The Ultra preset at 1440p produces 92.6 FPS, which is smooth but leaves less headroom for demanding scenes. At 3840x2160, the recommendation shifts toward Medium or High depending on tolerance for frame rate variation. Medium at 81.4 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, while High at 68.6 FPS is acceptable for those who prioritize image clarity. The Ultra preset at 62 FPS is playable but sits close to the 60 FPS threshold, making it a riskier choice for users who notice frame pacing issues. Low settings are only recommended for competitive play or extremely high refresh rate displays, as the visual downgrade is substantial even at 1440p where it produces 144.1 FPS.