Fortnite

Fortnite at 4K with the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER produces a 69 FPS average on High settings, which is playable but not ideal for competitive play. The data reveals a clear trend: as resolution drops, frame rates scale dramatically, indicating the RTX 4070 SUPER is the primary performance driver at higher resolutions, while the CPU begins to show its influence at 1080p. This combination delivers a strong 1080p experience, but the Ultra preset presents a significant challenge at 4K, dropping to just 46 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling across resolutions is steep and consistent, pointing to a GPU-bound system at higher pixel counts. At the High preset, average frame rates move from 69 FPS at 4K (3840x2160) to 131 FPS at 1440p (2560x1440), and finally to 205 FPS at 1080p (1920x1080). This represents a 90% increase from 4K to 1440p and a further 56% increase from 1440p to 1080p, showing that the GPU has substantial headroom at lower resolutions.

The Low preset amplifies this scaling effect. The system delivers 126 FPS at 4K, which jumps to 239 FPS at 1440p and a massive 376 FPS at 1080p. This near-tripling of performance from 4K to 1080p underscores that the RTX 4070 SUPER is the limiting factor at 4K, as reducing the rendering load dramatically improves throughput. At 1080p Low, the frame rate exceeds 376 FPS, suggesting the CPU can feed the GPU effectively even at very high speeds.

The Medium preset shows a similar pattern with a narrower performance band between resolutions. The average FPS is 89 at 4K, 168 at 1440p, and 265 at 1080p. The gap between 1440p and 1080p remains large, but the 4K to 1440p jump is even more pronounced, indicating that the memory bandwidth and shading power of the GPU are heavily taxed at 4K. The Ultra preset reveals the steepest drop, with 46 FPS at 4K, 86 FPS at 1440p, and 136 FPS at 1080p, confirming that Ultra settings at high resolution are beyond the comfortable range for this combo.

These results indicate that at 1080p, the system is likely balanced or slightly CPU-limited, as the frame rates are high enough that the 10-core, 16-thread processor’s single-thread performance becomes a factor. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, with its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth being the key components for handling the increased pixel throughput and texture detail.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination ranks 623rd out of 3700 tested combos in Fortnite, placing it in the top 17% of all systems tested. This is a strong showing, though not elite, given the high frame rates achieved at lower resolutions. The rank reflects a system that can deliver competitive performance at 1080p and solid 1440p gaming, but is less exceptional at 4K.

Looking at the individual components, the RTX 4070 SUPER sits at the 83rd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 43223. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, which scores 43262 (a 0.1% difference), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile, which scores 43268 (also a 0.1% difference). This indicates the GPU is well-positioned within the current graphics card landscape, performing on par with these alternatives in synthetic tests.

The Intel Core i5-14400F also holds the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32279. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U (32233, 0.1% difference), the Intel Core i9-11900 (32226, 0.2% difference), and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS (32354, -0.2% difference). This close grouping shows the CPU is competitive with a range of other processors, though its 65 W TDP and 10-core design are more modest than some higher-end parts.

The combination of these two components, both sitting at the 83rd percentile, results in a rank that is slightly below what one might expect from two top-tier parts. This suggests that Fortnite’s optimization favors either a more powerful GPU for 4K or a faster CPU for extreme 1080p frame rates, and this combo excels more in the mid-range resolutions where the balance is better.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the Medium preset at 1440p is the recommended choice. This configuration delivers an average of 168 FPS with a minimum of 143 FPS and a maximum of 194 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay without sacrificing too much visual fidelity. The minimum frame rate above 140 FPS is particularly important for maintaining consistent performance during fast-paced action, and the average is well above the standard 144 Hz refresh rate target.

At 1080p, the High preset offers an excellent experience with an average of 205 FPS. This is a significant step up from the Medium preset’s 265 FPS, but the visual improvements are worth the 23% reduction in frame rate for most players. The Low preset at 1080p, with 376 FPS, is overkill for most displays and indicates the system is CPU-bound at this point, so the extra visual detail from High is preferable.

For 4K gaming, the Low preset is the only viable option for competitive play, delivering 126 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K, with 89 FPS, is acceptable for casual play, but the High preset at 69 FPS and Ultra at 46 FPS are likely too inconsistent for smooth gameplay. Players seeking the best 4K experience should stick to Low or Medium settings, as the data shows the GPU cannot sustain high frame rates with more demanding presets at this resolution.

The Ultra preset is only recommended at 1080p, where it achieves 136 FPS, which is still respectable. At 1440p, Ultra drops to 86 FPS, which is borderline, and at 4K it falls to 46 FPS, which is not recommended. The data clearly shows that the Ultra preset is designed for lower resolutions or more powerful GPUs, and this combo is best served by Medium or High settings at 1440p and 1080p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a comprehensive look at this combo’s performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves the highest average of 376 FPS, followed by Medium at 265 FPS (with a range of 225-305 FPS), High at 205 FPS, and Ultra at 136 FPS. This ordering is expected, with each higher preset reducing performance by roughly 20-30%.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers 239 FPS, which is still excellent for high-refresh-rate gaming. The Medium preset averages 168 FPS (143-194 FPS), High averages 131 FPS, and Ultra drops to 86 FPS. The relative performance gap between Low and Ultra is larger at 1440p than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is being taxed more heavily at the higher resolution.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset produces 126 FPS, Medium averages 89 FPS (76-102 FPS), High averages 69 FPS, and Ultra falls to 46 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is a factor of 2.7, showing how sensitive this resolution is to settings changes. The minimum frame rate data is only available for Medium settings, but the numbers for 4K Medium (76 FPS) and 1440p Medium (143 FPS) indicate that these settings provide the most consistent frame pacing.

The data also shows that the scaling from 1080p to 1440p is less dramatic than from 1440p to 4K for most settings. For example, High settings see a 36% drop from 1080p to 1440p, but a 47% drop from 1440p to 4K. This suggests that the GPU’s memory bandwidth and fill rate are disproportionately challenged above 1440p, which is a key consideration for users planning to use this combo with a 4K display.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component in this combo, particularly at higher resolutions. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s, which is sufficient for 1440p gaming but becomes a limiting factor at 4K with high-detail settings. The memory clock runs at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective), and the boost clock reaches 2475 MHz, enabling the GPU to deliver 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power.

The GPU’s architecture, Ada Lovelace, includes 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation pipelines. These specifications explain the strong performance at 1080p and 1440p, where the GPU’s raw compute power can be fully utilized. The 56 ray tracing cores and 224 tensor cores also support modern graphics features, though the measured data does not include ray tracing-specific benchmarks.

The RTX 4070 SUPER’s 220 W TDP and 267 mm length make it a substantial card, but its performance is well-matched to the Intel Core i5-14400F for most gaming scenarios. The GPU’s average benchmark score of 43223 places it in the 83rd percentile, and its nearest rivals in synthetic tests are all within a 1% margin, indicating consistent performance across different workloads. In Fortnite specifically, the GPU’s role is clear: at 4K, it is the bottleneck, while at 1080p, the CPU’s single-thread performance becomes more relevant.

The GPU’s 504.2 GB/s bandwidth is a critical factor for Fortnite, as the game’s large open world and building mechanics require frequent texture streaming. The measured FPS data shows that the Medium preset at 1440p (168 FPS) and Low preset at 4K (126 FPS) are the sweet spots, likely because these settings keep memory usage within the 12 GB capacity without causing excessive bandwidth pressure Mend. The Ultra preset at 4K, with 46 FPS, suggests the GPU is also limited by its 80 ROPs when handling the high pixel count and complex effects.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Fortnite?

A: The data shows 1440p provides the best balance. At Medium settings, it delivers 168 FPS average with a 143 FPS minimum, which is smooth and visually detailed. At 1080p, the system can exceed 376 FPS on Low, but the GPU is less stressed, making 1440p the optimal choice for quality and performance.

Q: Can this system run Fortnite at 4K smoothly?

A: Yes, but only on Low settings, which average 126 FPS. Medium settings at 4K drop to 89 FPS, which is playable, but High (69 FPS) and Ultra (46 FPS) are not recommended for competitive play due to lower frame rates.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER scores 43223 on average, which is 0.1% lower than the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (43262) and 0.1% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile (43268). It is 1% lower than the RTX 4090 Mobile (43667), showing it is competitive with these parts.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the system is likely CPU-limited, as the GPU can produce over 376 FPS on Low, which is very high. The Intel Core i5-14400F’s single-thread score of 3055 in Cinebench R23 suggests it can handle high frame rates, but the scaling between presets indicates the CPU may cap performance above 376 FPS.

Q: What are the minimum frame rates for Medium settings?

A: The measured minimums are 225 FPS at 1080p, 143 FPS at 1440p, and 76 FPS at 4K. These figures show that Medium settings provide consistent performance, with the 4K minimum being the only one that might cause noticeable dips in fast-paced scenes.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400F and RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 623rd out of 3700 combos tested in Fortnite, placing it in the top 17% of systems. The rank is driven by the strong 1080p and 1440p performance, but the 4K Ultra results pull the average down.