Fortnite

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is a potent combination for Fortnite, a Battle Royale title released on 2017-07-24. The data places this pairing in the 436th position out of 1564 tested combos, indicating a top-quartile performance. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS results across resolutions and settings, providing a clear picture of what this hardware can deliver.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this CPU and GPU combo in Fortnite?

A: The combo ranks 436th out of 1564 tested configurations, placing it in the top 27.9% of all combinations. This is a strong result, showing the pairing is well-suited for high-performance gameplay.

Q: At which resolution does this combo achieve the highest average frame rate?

A: The highest average FPS is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings, reaching 307.8 FPS. This demonstrates the system's capability to drive very high refresh rate monitors at the most common esports resolution.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i5-11400?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 18129, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-11400's score of 18150. The deltaPct is -0.1%, meaning the Ryzen 5 3600 is effectively on par with its Intel rival in synthetic tests.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This is a substantial amount of memory for a modern graphics card.

Q: Is the GPU's performance more aligned with desktop or mobile parts?

A: The RTX 4070's average benchmark score of 37283 is closest to the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, with a deltaPct of -0.6%. The nearestRivals list also includes mobile parts, but the desktop-class scores and specifications confirm this is a desktop-focused component.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded in the measured data?

A: The lowest average FPS is 41.7, recorded at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings. This indicates that the highest visual quality at 4K can push the hardware to its limits, resulting in a sub-60 FPS experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination achieves a rank of 436 out of 1564 tested combos in Fortnite. This places it in the 72nd percentile, meaning it outperforms nearly three-quarters of all other configurations tested for this game. The ranking reflects the balance between the six-core, twelve-thread CPU, which holds a 76th percentile ranking among all CPUs, and the GPU, which sits in the 81st percentile among all GPUs.

The pairing is not bottlenecked heavily by the CPU, which has an average benchmark score of 18129. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-11400, scores 18150, a difference of only -0.1%, showing that the Ryzen 5 3600 provides a competitive foundation. The GPU is the more dominant component, with an average benchmark score of 37283. Its closest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, scores 37507, a -0.6% difference, confirming the RTX 4070's position as a leading performer. The data suggests that this combo is well-balanced for Fortnite, with the GPU taking the lead role in rendering while the CPU provides ample processing power to maintain high frame rates.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the primary driver of performance in this configuration. Its role is defined by its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s, which allows it to handle high-resolution textures and complex scenes efficiently. The GPU's boost clock of 2475 MHz is a key factor in achieving high frame rates, especially at lower resolutions where the CPU can feed it data quickly.

The RTX 4070's performance is substantial, as indicated by its 81st percentile ranking among all GPUs. The benchmark results show a clear correlation between the GPU's workload and the measured FPS. At 1920x1080, the GPU is able to push frame rates from 123.1 FPS at Ultra settings to 307.8 FPS at Low settings. This demonstrates that the GPU has significant headroom, and the frame rate is likely limited by the CPU at the lowest settings. At 4K, the scales tip, and the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The FPS drops to 41.7 at Ultra settings, showing the immense rendering load at that resolution. The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM is a future-proofing asset, ensuring it can handle the high-resolution assets in Fortnite without running into memory limitations.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on the best settings to use for different priorities. For players seeking the highest possible frame rates for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, the Low preset is the clear choice. At 1920x1080, this yields an average of 307.8 FPS, which is more than enough for a 240Hz or even 360Hz display. At 2560x1440, the Low preset still delivers an excellent 214.7 FPS.

For a balanced experience that prioritizes visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness, the High preset is recommended. At 1920x1080, it achieves 183.8 FPS, which is an excellent result for a high refresh rate monitor. At 2560x1440, the High preset produces 119.2 FPS, which is well-suited for a 120Hz monitor. The Medium preset offers a middle ground, delivering 240.5 FPS at 1080p and 149.7 FPS at 1440p.

The Ultra preset appears to be for showcasing the game's visuals rather than for competitive play. While it produces 123.1 FPS at 1080p, this drops to 77.2 FPS at 1440p and 41.7 FPS at 4K. The data suggests that for the best overall experience, the High or Medium presets at 2560x1440 offer a sweet spot, combining high visual quality with frame rates that are smooth and responsive.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a consistent performance hierarchy across all three resolutions, with the Low preset yielding the highest frame rates and the Ultra preset yielding the lowest.

At 1920x1080, the results are exceptional. The Low preset produces an average of 307.8 FPS, followed by the Medium preset at 240.5 FPS. The High preset is next at 183.8 FPS, and the Ultra preset is last at 123.1 FPS. These numbers show that even at the highest settings, the combo can maintain a frame rate that is suitable for a high refresh rate monitor, although the gap between Low and Ultra is significant, at 184.7 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern emerges but with lower overall numbers. The Low preset leads with 214.7 FPS, which is a very strong result for this resolution. The Medium preset follows at 149.7 FPS, and the High preset is close behind at 119.2 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 77.2 FPS. This resolution appears to be the sweet spot for this hardware, as it provides high visual clarity while still allowing for frame rates that are well above the 60 FPS standard.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limits become apparent. The Low preset is the only option that provides a truly smooth experience, with an average of 110.8 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 78 FPS, and the High preset is at 61.7 FPS, which is barely at the standard for smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset falls to 41.7 FPS, which is below the threshold for a consistently smooth experience. The data shows a clear trend: the performance gap between settings widens as resolution increases, making the Low preset the only viable option for 4K gaming on this combo.