Minimum

The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers exceptional performance in Minimum, with frame rates that remain highly playable even at 4K Ultra settings. The data shows a clear GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s strength becomes evident at 1080p, where the combination produces remarkably high frame rates that push well beyond typical display refresh rates. This combo ranks in the 80th percentile of all tested configurations, indicating that while it is not the absolute fastest, it sits comfortably above the vast majority of systems tested for this title.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic resolution scaling pattern, where the performance drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial but not crippling. At 1080p Low settings, the system achieves an average of 403 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low reduces this to 260 FPS, a 35.5% decrease, and finally at 4K Low, the average drops to 140 FPS, which is 65.2% lower than the 1080p figure. This steep decline indicates that the workload becomes increasingly dominated by the GPU as pixel count rises, which is expected given the RTX 5090’s immense processing power.

The scaling pattern shifts slightly when looking at higher settings. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 197 FPS, while 1440p Ultra yields 127 FPS (a 35.5% drop) and 4K Ultra produces 69 FPS (a 65.0% drop). The consistency of these percentage drops across Low and Ultra settings suggests that the game’s engine scales predictably with resolution, and the limiting factor transitions smoothly from the CPU at 1080p to the GPU at 4K. Notably, the 4K Ultra result of 69 FPS is still above the 60 FPS threshold, demonstrating that this combination can handle the most demanding preset at the highest resolution without dipping into unplayable territory.

The fact that 1080p Low reaches 403 FPS strongly implies a CPU bottleneck at that point, as the RTX 5090 is capable of far higher output in less demanding scenarios. Conversely, the 4K results show a GPU bottleneck, with the frame rate dropping proportionally to the increase in pixel count. This analysis confirms that for maximum frame rates, users should prioritize lower resolutions, while 4K gaming remains viable with a trade-off in smoothness.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves in Minimum?*

A: The highest recorded average is 403 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 69, with no reported minimum or maximum values, indicating stable performance near the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: Is there a significant difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, the data shows a 32 FPS difference. At 2560x1440, Medium settings produce an average of 199 FPS, while High settings produce 167 FPS, a 16.1% reduction.

Q: Does the system maintain high frame rates at 1080p across all presets?

A: Yes, all 1080p presets exceed 190 FPS. The lowest is Ultra at 197 FPS, while Low, Medium, and High reach 403, 309, and 259 FPS respectively.

Q: What are the minimum FPS figures for Medium settings?

A: The data includes minimum FPS for Medium: 262 FPS at 1080p, 169 FPS at 1440p, and 91 FPS at 4K.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 80th out of 3,712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 2.2% of all configurations.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 plays a central role in this game’s higher-resolution performance, as its memory subsystem and clock speeds are directly reflected in the measured FPS. The GPU features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. This massive memory allocation is more than sufficient for Minimum, even at 4K Ultra, where texture and geometry demands are high. The benchmark results show that at 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, with frame rates scaling down as settings increase, which is typical for a game that stresses fill rate and memory throughput.

The GPU’s clock speeds are also relevant: a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz. These frequencies, combined with 21,760 shading units, allow the RTX 5090 to handle the compute load at 4K, where the 69 FPS Ultra result indicates a heavy but manageable workload. The card’s 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is a key metric for understanding its raw compute capability, and the data shows that this power translates into playable frame rates even at the highest settings. The GPU’s 92nd percentile ranking among all GPUs further confirms its position as a top-tier part, though the in-game results suggest that CPU overhead can still limit it at lower resolutions.

The 32 GB VRAM capacity is particularly notable, as it exceeds the requirements of Minimum by a wide margin, meaning there is no risk of memory capacity bottlenecks. The 1.79 TB/s bandwidth ensures that texture streaming and high-resolution assets do not cause frame hitches, which is corroborated by the stable minimum FPS figures at 4K Medium (91 FPS). Overall, the GPU’s role is to deliver consistent high frame rates at 1440p and 4K, while its headroom at 1080p is constrained by the CPU.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and RTX 5090 combination achieves a rank of 80 out of 3,712 tested combos in Minimum, placing it in the 97.8th percentile of all systems. This is a strong result, though not a top-tier one, as there are 79 other configurations that deliver higher average frame rates. The ranking reflects a balance between the CPU’s single-thread performance and the GPU’s massive throughput, but it also suggests that other combos, likely with even higher-end CPUs, can extract more FPS in this title.

When examining the CPU’s rivals, the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has an average benchmark score of 93,785, which is virtually identical to the Intel Xeon 6520P (93,786, 0% delta). It trails the AMD EPYC 4564P by 1.5%, the AMD EPYC 9175F by 1.9%, and the AMD EPYC 4565P by 2.1%. These small deltas in synthetic benchmarks do not directly translate to in-game performance, as Minimum is likely sensitive to single-core speed, where the Ultra 7’s 5.50 GHz boost clock provides an advantage. The combo’s rank of 80 suggests that while the GPU is powerful, the CPU’s performance is sufficient to avoid becoming a major bottleneck, allowing the system to compete with much more expensive server-class processors.

The GPU’s rivals show a different picture. The RTX 5090 has an average benchmark score of 79,842, which is 0.3% higher than the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB, 0.6% higher than the Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB, and 1.1% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT. It is 1.4% behind the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X. These deltas are small, indicating that the RTX 5090’s raw compute is similar to some older workstation cards, but its modern architecture and 32 GB VRAM provide advantages in gaming workloads that are not captured by these synthetic scores. The in-game rank of 80 out of 3,712 is a more reliable indicator of real-world performance, and it shows that this combo is a top contender.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system achieves 403 FPS on Low, 309 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 262 and maximum of 355), 259 FPS on High, and 197 FPS on Ultra. These figures show that even at the highest 1080p preset, the frame rate exceeds 190 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The gap between Low and Ultra is 206 FPS, a 51.1% reduction, which indicates that the settings have a significant impact on performance at this resolution, likely due to CPU limitations that cap the maximum output.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings produce 260 FPS, Medium produces 199 FPS (minimum 169, maximum 229), High produces 167 FPS, and Ultra produces 127 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 133 FPS, a 51.2% reduction, which is consistent with the 1080p scaling. This resolution is the sweet spot for this combo, as it balances high frame rates with improved visual fidelity, with all presets exceeding 120 FPS.

Finally, at 3840x2160, the system delivers 140 FPS on Low, 107 FPS on Medium (minimum 91, maximum 123), 90 FPS on High, and 69 FPS on Ultra. The drop from Low to Ultra is 71 FPS, a 50.7% reduction, showing that the GPU is now the primary bottleneck. The 4K Medium result of 107 FPS is particularly strong, as it offers a good balance between visual quality and smoothness, while 4K Ultra remains playable at 69 FPS. The data shows no anomalous spikes or drops, indicating stable performance across all tested configurations.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p users with a 240 Hz or higher refresh rate monitor, the Low preset at 403 FPS is the best choice, as it provides the highest possible frame rate for competitive play. However, for a more balanced experience, the Medium preset at 309 FPS offers a significant visual upgrade while still maintaining frame rates well above 300 FPS, and the minimum of 262 FPS ensures no noticeable stutter. The Ultra preset at 197 FPS is also viable for those prioritizing visuals, as it remains above 144 Hz.

At 1440p, the Medium preset at 199 FPS is the recommended starting point, as it delivers high frame rates with a minimum of 169 FPS, making it suitable for 144 Hz and even 165 Hz displays. The High preset at 167 FPS is also a strong option, though it drops the minimum below 170 FPS, which may be noticeable on the fastest panels. The Ultra preset at 127 FPS is still playable and offers the best image quality, but the 36% reduction from Medium may not be worth the visual gain for all users. For those with 144 Hz monitors, High is the best balance, while Medium is better for 165 Hz and above.

For 4K gaming, the Medium preset at 107 FPS is the clear winner, as it provides a smooth experience on 100 Hz displays, with a minimum of 91 FPS ensuring consistency. The High preset at 90 FPS is also viable for 90 Hz displays, but the Medium preset offers more headroom. The Ultra preset at 69 FPS is only recommended for users with 60 Hz displays who prioritize maximum visual fidelity over frame rate, as it stays above 60 FPS but leaves no room for frame drops. The Low preset at 140 FPS is unnecessary at 4K, as the visual quality is significantly degraded, and the frame rate is not a limiting factor. Overall, the data suggests that Medium settings provide the best experience across all resolutions, offering a balance of visual quality and performance that avoids the steep drops seen at Ultra.