Fortnite

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 ranks 1276 out of 1564 tested combinations in Fortnite, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Core i7-12700K has an average benchmark score of 35684. It is 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 (score 35802) and 0.7% behind the Intel Core i5-14500HX (score 35940). It is 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700T (score 35468) and 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13800H (score 35416).

Q: How does the GPU's benchmark standing compare to its closest competitors?

A: The RTX 2060's average benchmark score is 16074. It sits 0.5% above the AMD Radeon RX 7600S (score 15996) and 1.8% above the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (score 15786). It trails the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (both scoring 16351) by 1.7%.

Q: What is the best average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 190.4, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average FPS is 21.3, recorded at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU appear to be the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the frame rate varies dramatically between settings (from 66.2 FPS at Ultra to 190.4 FPS at Low), suggesting the GPU is the primary constraint, as lowering graphical load produces substantial FPS gains.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is built on the Turing architecture with a TU106 chip fabricated on a 12 nm process. It carries 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1365 MHz and a boost clock of 1680 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). Its 1920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units handle the rasterization workload, while 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores provide dedicated ray tracing and AI acceleration.

In Fortnite, the GPU's role is evident in the measured FPS scaling. At 3840x2160, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is stark: 61.4 FPS versus 21.3 FPS. This 40.1 FPS gap underscores how the RTX 2060's memory bandwidth and shading capacity are stretched at 4K, particularly when higher-quality textures and effects demand more from the 6 GB VRAM buffer. The data suggests that exceeding Medium settings at 4K pushes the GPU past its comfortable operating range.

The RTX 2060's percentile standing of 58 among all GPUs places it in the mid-range tier. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600S, scores within 0.5%, indicating that the RTX 2060 delivers competitive performance against comparable mobile and workstation parts. The GPU's compute score of 5488 in Passmark and its DirectX 12 score of 53 reflect its general capability, but Fortnite's engine responsiveness to settings changes reveals where the card excels and where it falls short.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of degradation as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 190.4 at 1080p to 119.6 at 1440p, then to 61.4 at 4K. This represents a 36.9% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, followed by a 48.7% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is roughly proportional to the pixel count increase, which points to the GPU being the limiting component.

At High settings, the same pattern holds: 102.2 FPS at 1080p falls to 66.5 FPS at 1440p (a 35% drop) and then to 34 FPS at 4K (a 48.9% drop from 1440p). The Ultra preset exhibits the most severe scaling, going from 66.2 FPS at 1080p to 42.7 FPS at 1440p and finally to 21.3 FPS at 4K. The consistent halving of frame rates as resolution doubles indicates that the RTX 2060's fill rate and memory bandwidth are the primary bottlenecks.

The implication is that Fortnite at 1080p and even 1440p is viable for this combo, but 4K requires substantial settings compromises. The jump from 1440p to 4K produces a nearly 50% performance hit across all settings, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario where pixel throughput dominates. The CPU, with its 12 cores and 20 threads and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, is unlikely to be the constraint at these resolutions, as the frame rate scales almost entirely with graphical load.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest results. Low settings produce an average of 190.4 FPS, which is suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings still yield 133.7 FPS, while High settings drop to 102.2 FPS. Ultra settings bring the average down to 66.2 FPS, which remains playable but represents a 65.2% reduction from the Low preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance diminishes across the board. Low settings average 119.6 FPS, Medium settings hit 84 FPS, and High settings manage 66.5 FPS. Ultra settings fall to 42.7 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth competitive play. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 76.9 FPS, illustrating the heavy cost of maximum quality settings.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 2060 struggles to maintain playable frame rates. Low settings average 61.4 FPS, which is acceptable, but Medium drops to 47.2 FPS. High settings fall to 34 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 21.3 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 40.1 FPS, and even the best-case scenario at this resolution does not approach the 100+ FPS figures seen at 1080p.

The data shows that settings choice has a larger impact at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the spread from Low to Ultra is 124.2 FPS, while at 4K the spread narrows to 40.1 FPS. This indicates that at 4K, the GPU is so saturated that even reducing settings yields diminishing returns, whereas at 1080p, the card has enough headroom to respond strongly to settings adjustments.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 1276 out of 1564 tested combinations in Fortnite, placing it in the 81st percentile of tested setups. This rank reflects the pairing of a high-end CPU with a mid-range GPU, where the RTX 2060's performance ceiling limits the overall result. The Core i7-12700K itself ranks in the 89th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35684. Its nearest rivals are all within 0.8% in either direction, showing that the CPU is competitive with other mid-to-high-end parts.

The GPU, by contrast, ranks in the 58th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16074. This places it near the AMD Radeon RX 7600S (scoring 15996) and AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (scoring 15786), but slightly behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (both at 16351). The deltaPct values range from -1.7% to 1.8%, indicating that the RTX 2060 sits in a tightly clustered performance band.

The combination's rank in Fortnite suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance (as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29241 and a Passmark multithread score of 34404) is not fully utilized in this game, which is more dependent on GPU throughput. The rank of 1276 out of 1564 implies that most better-performing combos pair the RTX 2060 with a faster GPU or pair a slower CPU with a more powerful graphics card, as the overall frame rate is governed by the GPU in Fortnite's rendering pipeline.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, Medium settings at 133.7 FPS provide the best balance of visual quality and performance. High settings at 102.2 FPS are also viable for users who prioritize image fidelity, while Low settings at 190.4 FPS are ideal for competitive play on high-refresh displays. Ultra settings at 66.2 FPS are playable but offer diminishing returns given the large performance cost.

At 2560x1440, Medium settings at 84 FPS deliver a smooth experience, while Low settings at 119.6 FPS are better suited for faster-paced gameplay. High settings at 66.5 FPS are borderline for 60 Hz monitors but may feel inconsistent on higher refresh panels. Ultra settings at 42.7 FPS are not recommended for serious play, as the frame rate dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

For 3840x2160, only Low settings at 61.4 FPS provide a playable experience. Medium settings at 47.2 FPS are marginal, and High and Ultra settings at 34 FPS and 21.3 FPS, respectively, are unsuitable for action-oriented gameplay. The data shows that the RTX 2060 is not well-suited for 4K Fortnite beyond the lowest preset.

The overall recommendation is to use Medium settings at 1080p or 1440p, as these presets offer the best compromise between visual quality and frame rate. For users with high-refresh-rate monitors at 1080p, Low settings unlock the full potential of the display. At 4K, users should accept Low settings or consider reducing the resolution, as no other preset achieves a consistently smooth frame rate.