Microsoft Flight Simulator

Resolution Scaling

The performance trajectory of this combination across resolutions reveals a system that scales predictably with pixel count, but the rate of that scaling tells a more interesting story about where the bottleneck sits. At 1080p, the average frame rates are exceptionally high, ranging from 99.4 FPS at Ultra settings to 166.4 FPS at Low. Moving to 1440p, those numbers drop by a meaningful but manageable margin: the Ultra preset falls to 78.6 FPS, while Low settings still produce a very playable 149.1 FPS. The jump to 4K is where the most significant loss occurs, with Ultra dipping to 57 FPS and High settling at 64.5 FPS.

The scaling pattern from 1080p to 4K indicates a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, which is expected given the nature of flight simulation rendering. At 1080p Low, the CPU is likely doing most of the heavy lifting to maintain that 166.4 FPS figure, but by the time you reach 4K Ultra, the GPU’s rendering workload dominates, pulling the average down to 57 FPS. The delta between 1080p and 4K at Low settings is a 59.2 FPS drop, whereas at Ultra settings, the drop is 42.4 FPS. This suggests that at lower graphical presets, the frame rate ceiling is set by the processor, while at higher presets, the graphics card’s capabilities become the primary limiter. The data shows a system that can handle 4K gaming, but only comfortably at Medium (80.4 FPS) or High (64.5 FPS) settings, with Ultra being a marginal experience.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, running on the AM4 socket. Its base clock of 3.90 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz are respectable for its class, and its 16 MB of L3 cache is a standard configuration for this generation. In the context of Microsoft Flight Simulator, which is known for its heavy reliance on single-thread performance for simulation logic, the 5600G’s single-core capabilities are crucial. The benchmark data shows a 3dmark single-thread score of 872 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2365, which are solid numbers that allow the CPU to keep up with the GPU in less demanding scenarios.

The CPU’s multi-threaded performance, as indicated by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16758, is adequate for the game’s background tasks, but the data suggests it is not the primary driver of performance in this title. The 5600G’s percentile rank of 78 against all CPUs places it in a solid mid-to-upper tier, but its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-11600H and i7-11800H, are within a 0.2% deltaPct of its average benchmark score. This indicates that the 5600G is positioned in a very competitive performance band, where small differences in synthetic benchmarks do not translate to significant real-world FPS differences in this game. The fact that the 5600G includes integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics is largely irrelevant here, as the system is paired with a discrete GPU, but it does highlight the processor’s versatility.

The CPU’s role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the 166.4 FPS average suggests the processor is capable of feeding the GPU enough data to hit high frame rates. However, as resolution increases, the CPU’s influence wanes, and the GPU takes over as the limiting factor. The data shows that this CPU is not a bottleneck at 4K, where the GPU is clearly the constraining component, but it also lacks the headroom to push frame rates significantly higher than the GPU allows at lower settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the clear performance driver in this pairing. Based on the Ada Lovelace architecture and built on a 5 nm process, it features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. Its boost clock of 2475 MHz, combined with 7168 shading units, gives it substantial raw compute power, with an FP32 throughput of 35.48 TFLOPS. The GPU’s benchmark scores are impressive, with a 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 and a Passmark G3D score of 29995, placing it in the 84th percentile of all GPUs.

The GPU’s nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA RTX A6000 and the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE, are within a 0.3% deltaPct of its average score, indicating that the 4070 SUPER is very well positioned in the performance hierarchy. In Microsoft Flight Simulator, the GPU’s role is to render the vast, detailed landscapes and complex lighting effects. The 12 GB of VRAM is sufficient for the game’s high-resolution textures, even at 4K Ultra, where the average frame rate of 57 FPS reflects the GPU’s capabilities. The data shows a clear correlation between GPU load and resolution scaling, with the 4070 SUPER being the primary determinant of performance at 1440p and 4K.

The GPU’s performance is also reflected in its ability to maintain playable frame rates across all settings. At 1080p, it easily exceeds 100 FPS on High and Ultra settings, showing that it is not a bottleneck at this resolution. However, the data also indicates that the GPU’s performance is not unlimited; at 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops below 60 FPS, which is a common threshold for smooth gameplay. The RTX 4070 SUPER is a high-end card that delivers strong results, but the demands of Microsoft Flight Simulator at maximum settings push it to its limits.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 312th out of 1795 combos. This places it in the top 17.4% of all tested configurations, which is a strong showing for a system that pairs a mid-range CPU with a high-end GPU. The rank indicates that the combination is well-balanced for this game, with the GPU’s strength compensating for the CPU’s more modest capabilities. The data suggests that the 5600G does not significantly hold back the RTX 4070 SUPER, as the combo achieves frame rates that are competitive with systems using more powerful processors.

The rank is particularly impressive when considering the CPU’s position in the overall hierarchy. The 5600G’s percentile rank of 78 is lower than the GPU’s percentile rank of 84, which could suggest a potential bottleneck. However, the measured FPS data shows that this is not a major issue, as the system still achieves high frame rates across all resolutions. The combo’s rank of 312 out of 1795 implies that it outperforms a majority of tested systems, including many that may use newer or more expensive components. This is likely due to the fact that Microsoft Flight Simulator is a game that benefits significantly from a powerful GPU, and the RTX 4070 SUPER delivers that in spades.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at how this system performs across different resolutions and settings. At 1080p, the system delivers excellent performance across the board. The average frame rates are 166.4 FPS at Low, 140.8 FPS at Medium, 108.6 FPS at High, and 99.4 FPS at Ultra. These numbers indicate that the system can easily handle 1080p gaming with high refresh rate monitors, even at the most demanding settings.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates remain highly playable. The average is 149.1 FPS at Low, 114.7 FPS at Medium, 88.1 FPS at High, and 78.6 FPS at Ultra. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but not drastic, with the Ultra preset losing 20.8 FPS. This shows that the RTX 4070 SUPER has enough headroom to handle the increased pixel count without a significant performance penalty.

At 4K, the system’s performance is more constrained but still respectable. The average frame rates are 107.2 FPS at Low, 80.4 FPS at Medium, 64.5 FPS at High, and 57 FPS at Ultra. The jump from 1440p to 4K results in a substantial performance hit, with the Ultra preset losing 21.6 FPS. However, the system still manages to stay above 60 FPS at High settings, which is a positive result for a flight simulator that is often demanding on hardware.

The data reveals a clear trend: the system performs best at 1080p, with frame rates that are more than sufficient for competitive play. At 1440p, it offers a great balance of visual fidelity and performance, making it a sweet spot for this combination. At 4K, the system is capable of delivering a playable experience, but users will need to adjust settings to achieve their desired frame rate. The 57 FPS at 4K Ultra is the lowest result in the dataset, but it is still a playable frame rate for a game of this genre, which typically does not require the same high refresh rates as fast-paced shooters.