Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 combination produces a compelling but uneven experience in Outriders, with the CPU emerging as the primary constraint in most configurations. The data shows a pairing where the GPU’s raw power is frequently held back by the processor’s six-core, twelve-thread design, yet the system still delivers playable frame rates across the board, with the standout performance occurring at 1440p High where it hits 112.9 FPS.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. Its 8 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support at 51.2 GB/s bandwidth provide adequate throughput for a looter shooter, but the processor’s benchmark scores reveal its mid-range positioning. The CPU achieves a 3DMark single-thread score of 726 and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13593, placing it at the 75th percentile among all CPUs tested by the database.

In Outriders, the CPU’s influence is most visible at 1080p, where the frame rate ceiling appears to be set by the processor rather than the graphics card. The measured results show that at 1080p Ultra, the system produces 115.2 FPS, while at 1080p Low it reaches 160.5 FPS — a gap of 45.3 FPS that suggests the GPU is not the limiting factor at lower settings. The Ryzen 5 4600G’s nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12450H and Intel Core i3-13100F, with average benchmark scores within 1% of this chip, indicating that this CPU performs in line with other mid-range processors of its generation. Its 3DMark 16-thread score of 4863 and multi-thread performance in PassMark at 15992 reinforce the notion that this is a capable but not exceptional processor for gaming workloads.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is a high-end Ampere architecture GPU with 10 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 320-bit bus, delivering 760.3 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock of 1710 MHz and 8704 shading units provide substantial compute power, reflected in a PassMark G3D score of 25086 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4407. The GPU sits at the 80th percentile among all GPUs, with nearest rivals including the AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile, all within 1% of its average benchmark score of 35787.

In Outriders, the RTX 3080’s role becomes dominant at higher resolutions and settings. At 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 40.3 FPS, while at 4K High it recovers to 60.7 FPS — a clear indication that the GPU’s memory bandwidth and shading throughput are being taxed heavily. The 10 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for the game’s demands at these settings, as evidenced by the measurable performance scaling from Low to Ultra. At 1440p, the GPU demonstrates its strength, with the gap between Low (139.3 FPS) and Ultra (78.6 FPS) showing a 60.7 FPS spread that points to the graphics card being the primary driver of performance differences in this resolution range.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The resolution scaling reveals a shift in bottleneck behavior. From 1080p to 1440p, the average frame rate drop across all settings is roughly 15-20%, while from 1440p to 4K, the drop is much steeper, ranging from 40-50% depending on the preset. For example, at High settings, the system delivers 128.8 FPS at 1080p, 112.9 FPS at 1440p, and 60.7 FPS at 4K. The 4K figure represents a 47% reduction from the 1440p result, which strongly suggests the RTX 3080 becomes the limiting component at that resolution.

At 1080p, the CPU’s influence is more pronounced. The difference between Low (160.5 FPS) and Ultra (115.2 FPS) at 1080p is 45.3 FPS, but at 4K, the same settings spread is 64.7 FPS (105 FPS Low vs 40.3 FPS Ultra). This widening gap at 4K indicates that the GPU is being pushed to its limits, while at 1080p, the Ryzen 5 4600G’s single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread score of 726) may be capping the maximum achievable frame rates. The data shows that the transition from 1440p to 4K is where the system’s performance characteristics change most dramatically, with the GPU taking over as the definitive bottleneck.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are: Low at 160.5, Medium at 148, High at 128.8, and Ultra at 115.2. The spread from Low to Ultra is 45.3 FPS, with each settings tier producing a meaningful but not massive performance step. The 1080p results show the system is capable of exceeding 100 FPS even at the highest preset, making this resolution fully playable for competitive or smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the results are: Low at 139.3, Medium at 126.7, High at 112.9, and Ultra at 78.6. The drop from High to Ultra is particularly steep at 34.3 FPS, suggesting that Ultra settings introduce a significant GPU workload increase. The 1440p High result of 112.9 FPS is the strongest balance of visual quality and performance in the entire dataset, as it remains above the 100 FPS threshold while offering higher fidelity than Medium.

At 3840x2160, the values are: Low at 105, Medium at 77.1, High at 60.7, and Ultra at 40.3. The 4K results show a clear hierarchy, with Low being the only preset that maintains a smooth 60+ FPS experience. The Ultra preset at 40.3 FPS is below the playability threshold for most users, while High at 60.7 FPS is borderline acceptable. The data indicates that 4K gaming with this combo requires careful settings selection to avoid performance drops.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This CPU-GPU combination ranks 828 out of 1693 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database. The rank reflects the system’s overall capability, but the measured performance shows that the CPU holds back the GPU in many scenarios. The Ryzen 5 4600G’s percentile of 75 and the RTX 3080’s percentile of 80 suggest that the GPU is slightly stronger relative to its peers, yet the combo rank is lower than either component’s individual standing would imply.

The ranking indicates that this pairing is not optimal for maximizing the RTX 3080’s potential, as the CPU’s mid-range single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread score of 726) creates a bottleneck at lower resolutions. However, the combo still outperforms a significant portion of the 1693 tested configurations, and the 4K results demonstrate that the GPU can assert itself when the resolution demands more from it. The rank of 828 out of 1693 places this combo in the 49th percentile of all tested systems, which is respectable given the CPU’s limitations.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For 1080p gaming, the High preset at 128.8 FPS offers the best experience, as it maintains a high frame rate while providing better visual fidelity than Medium (148 FPS) or Low (160.5 FPS). The Ultra preset at 115.2 FPS is also viable, but the 13.6 FPS difference between High and Ultra may not justify the visual gains for most players seeking smooth performance.

At 1440p, the High preset at 112.9 FPS is the clear recommendation. It delivers above 100 FPS while offering a substantial improvement over Medium’s 126.7 FPS in visual quality, and it avoids the steep drop to Ultra’s 78.6 FPS. The 1440p High result is the best balance in the entire dataset, providing both high frame rates and good visuals.

At 4K, the Low preset at 105 FPS is the only option that guarantees a smooth experience, as Medium (77.1 FPS) and High (60.7 FPS) are playable but may exhibit dips in demanding scenes. The Ultra preset at 40.3 FPS is not recommended for general play. For users prioritizing visual quality at 4K, the High preset at 60.7 FPS is the highest setting that remains near the 60 FPS threshold, but the Low preset offers the most consistent performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this system in Outriders?

A: The 1440p High preset provides the best overall experience at 112.9 FPS, offering a strong balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, High is also recommended at 128.8 FPS, while at 4K, Low at 105 FPS is the only preset that maintains a consistently smooth frame rate.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this combo?

A: At 1080p, the CPU is more likely the limiting factor, as the frame rate spread between Low (160.5 FPS) and Ultra (115.2 FPS) is relatively narrow compared to the GPU’s capabilities. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, with the Ultra preset dropping to 40.3 FPS.

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

A: This combo ranks 828 out of 1693 tested configurations, placing it in the upper-middle tier. The rank is lower than the individual component percentiles (CPU at 75, GPU at 80) suggest, due to the CPU’s mid-range performance limiting the GPU at lower resolutions.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Outriders?

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. The Low preset at 4K delivers 105 FPS, while Medium drops to 77.1 FPS and High to 60.7 FPS. The Ultra preset at 40.3 FPS is not recommended for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 4K at High settings?

A: At High settings, the system delivers 128.8 FPS at 1080p, 112.9 FPS at 1440p, and 60.7 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1440p to 4K is 52.2 FPS, a 46% reduction, indicating the GPU is heavily taxed at 4K.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 4600G’s integrated graphics affect performance in Outriders?

A: The Ryzen 5 4600G includes Radeon Vega 7 integrated graphics, but the discrete RTX 3080 is used for gaming. The CPU’s performance characteristics, including its 6 cores and 12 threads, are what impact the game’s frame rates, not the integrated GPU.