Microsoft Flight Simulator

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a robust, high-refresh-rate experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator at 1080p, while remaining playable at 4K across all tested presets. The data set shows a system that scales predictably with resolution and settings, with the CPU providing steady frame pacing and the GPU handling the graphical load efficiently. This analysis breaks down the measured performance figures, contextualizes the hardware’s standing among tested combos, and offers guidance on optimizing settings for this specific flight simulator.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo in Microsoft Flight Simulator?

A: The highest average frame rate is 165 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: At which resolution and settings does the system dip below 60 FPS on average?

A: The only average below 60 FPS is at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, where the system records an average of 55 FPS. The 4K High preset averages 57 FPS, which is very close to but still above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5700G compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K, in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700G scores an average benchmark of 27051, which is 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i9-9900K’s average score of 27097. This places the two processors virtually on par in multi-threaded workloads.

Q: What is the RTX 4070's percentile ranking among all tested GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 falls in the 81st percentile of all GPUs, indicating it outperforms the vast majority of graphics cards in the benchmark database.

Q: Is there a significant performance gap between the Medium and High presets at 2560x1440?

A: Yes, the data shows a 25 FPS drop when moving from Medium to High at 2560x1440. The Medium preset averages 103 FPS, while the High preset averages 78 FPS.

Q: Does the combo provide a playable experience at 4K with the Ultra preset?

A: While the Ultra preset at 3840x2160 yields an average of 55 FPS, it is the only configuration in the data set that falls below the 60 FPS standard. The Medium and High presets at 4K average 76 FPS and 57 FPS, respectively.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory across a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. Its core operates at a base clock of 1920 MHz and boosts up to 2475 MHz. This memory configuration is critical for Microsoft Flight Simulator, which streams vast amounts of terrain and scenery data. The 12 GB frame buffer ensures that the card can hold high-resolution textures without stuttering at 4K, as evidenced by the playable frame rates at that resolution.

The data shows that the GPU’s performance headroom is substantial at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the average frame rates range from 92 FPS at Ultra to 165 FPS at Low, indicating that the card is not the primary bottleneck in this scenario. The GPU’s shading units (5888) and texture units (184) allow it to process the complex geometry and lighting of the flight simulator efficiently. The card’s 35,800 million transistors on a 5 nm process node contribute to its high FP32 throughput of 29.15 TFLOPS, which is more than sufficient for the game's DirectX 12 workload.

At higher resolutions, the GPU's role becomes more dominant. The transition from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 shows a consistent drop in average FPS across all settings, ranging from a 21 FPS drop at Low (133 to 98) to a 19 FPS drop at Ultra (74 to 55). This pattern suggests that the RTX 4070 is being increasingly taxed as pixel count rises, but it remains capable of delivering a smooth experience at 4K on Medium settings, where it averages 76 FPS. The GPU's 64 ROPs handle the final pixel output, and the 46 RT cores are available for any ray-traced effects, though the measured data does not isolate their specific impact.

How This Combo Ranks

In the combined database of all tested CPU and GPU pairings, this configuration of AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 holds a rank of 833 out of 3714 combos. This places it in the top 22.4% of all tested systems, a strong showing for a mid-range processor paired with a high-end graphics card. The rank reflects the system's ability to deliver high frame rates in Microsoft Flight Simulator, a game that is known for being demanding on both components.

The CPU’s synthetic benchmark score of 27051 places it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rival is the Intel Core i9-9900K, which scores 27097, a negligible 0.2% difference. This means the 5700G is not holding back the RTX 4070 in any meaningful way. The GPU, scoring 37648 on average, is in the 81st percentile of all GPUs, with its closest rival being the NVIDIA Tesla P4, which scores 37628, just 0.1% higher. The combination of two components that each perform above the 79th percentile in their respective categories explains why the combo ranks favorably among the 3714 tested pairings.

The ranking suggests that users with this setup are getting a balanced system where neither component is a glaring weak link. Compared to other combos, this one is well-positioned for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming and respectable 4K performance, as the measured FPS data confirms.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system excels across the board. The Low preset delivers an average of 165 FPS, which drops to 128 FPS at Medium, 96 FPS at High, and 92 FPS at Ultra. The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values, showing a range of 109 to 147 FPS. This indicates that even at 1080p Ultra, the system remains above 90 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS figures are still highly playable. The Low preset averages 133 FPS, while Medium drops to 103 FPS, High to 78 FPS, and Ultra to 74 FPS. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 88 FPS and a maximum of 119 FPS, suggesting some variance but no severe stutters. The step from Medium to High represents a significant 25 FPS loss, which is more pronounced than the 19 FPS drop from High to Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to show its limits. The Low preset still manages an average of 98 FPS, which is impressive for 4K. Medium drops to 76 FPS, with a recorded range of 65 to 88 FPS. High averages 57 FPS, and Ultra averages 55 FPS. The data shows that the gap between High and Ultra at 4K is minimal (2 FPS), suggesting that the Ultra preset may be adding effects that do not significantly impact visual quality relative to their performance cost. The 4K Medium preset is the most balanced option, offering a comfortable margin above 60 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals how the workload shifts between the CPU and GPU. At 1080p Low, the system hits 165 FPS, but this drops to 133 FPS at 1440p and 98 FPS at 4K. This represents a 21.8% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 26.3% drop from 1440p to 4K. This scaling is relatively linear, suggesting that the GPU is the primary limiter as resolution increases, but the CPU is keeping up well.

The scaling is more pronounced at higher settings. For the Ultra preset, the system averages 92 FPS at 1080p, 74 FPS at 1440p, and 55 FPS at 4K. This is a 19.6% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 25.7% drop from 1440p to 4K. The consistent percentage drops across settings indicate that the limiting component is the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth. The RTX 4070's 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth is being saturated as the pixel count increases.

The data also shows that the CPU is not a major bottleneck at any resolution. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 165 FPS, which is a very high frame rate that would require a strong single-threaded CPU. The Ryzen 7 5700G's boost clock of 4.60 GHz and its single-thread score of 1494 in Cinebench R23 suggest it has the necessary power to feed the GPU at lower resolutions. The scaling pattern confirms that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, as the frame rate drops are directly proportional to the increase in pixel count.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. It has a total of 16 MB of L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU scores 12830.5 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1494 in single-core, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs.

In Microsoft Flight Simulator, the CPU's role is to handle the simulation logic, including flight physics, weather systems, and AI traffic. The game is known for being CPU-intensive, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU is not as stressed. The measured FPS data suggests that the 5700G is well-suited for this task. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 165 FPS, which is a high frame rate that indicates the CPU can keep up with the GPU’s output.

The CPU's performance is closely matched to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K, which scores 27097 in the combined benchmark, a 0.2% difference. This parity means that users of the 5700G should expect similar performance in CPU-bound scenarios within the game. The 16 MB of L3 cache is sufficient for the game’s data requirements, and the 8 cores are enough to handle the multi-threaded workload, as evidenced by the 3dmark_max_threads score of 6627. The CPU’s 65 W TDP is modest, but it does not appear to limit performance in this game, as the system consistently delivers high frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the user’s resolution and frame rate target. For 1080p, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it averages 92 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS standard and provides the highest visual fidelity. The High preset at 96 FPS is a marginal improvement in frame rate but comes with a noticeable reduction in graphical effects, so Ultra is recommended for most users.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset offers the best balance, averaging 103 FPS with a minimum of 88 FPS. This provides a smooth experience with a comfortable margin above 60 FPS, while the High preset drops to 78 FPS and Ultra to 74 FPS. The step from Medium to High costs 25 FPS, which is a significant loss for a relatively small visual upgrade. For users with a 144 Hz monitor, the Medium preset will allow the system to stay closer to the refresh rate, while the High preset is still playable for those prioritizing visuals.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the clear recommendation, averaging 76 FPS with a minimum of 65 FPS. This is the only 4K setting that maintains an average above 70 FPS, providing a smooth experience without dropping below 60 FPS at any point. The High preset averages 57 FPS, which is technically playable but may feel less fluid during fast maneuvers. The Ultra preset at 4K averages 55 FPS and is not recommended, as the 2 FPS difference from High does not justify the additional performance cost. For 4K users, the Medium preset offers the best combination of frame rate and visual quality, ensuring that the flight simulator remains responsive and immersive.