Outriders

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS for this combo at 1920x1080 with High settings?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers an average of 133.8 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its closest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4060 scores 23,181 in average benchmark score, placing it 0.7% ahead of the Intel Arc B580 (23,021) and 0.6% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6600M (23,321).

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested CPU-GPU pairings in this game?

A: The combo ranks 900 out of 1,693 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle portion of the database.

Q: What is the difference between Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings yield 155.4 FPS average while Ultra drops to 59.6 FPS, a gap of roughly 96 FPS between the two presets.

Q: How many cores and threads does the Ryzen 5 5600 have?

A: The CPU features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz.

Q: What is the RTX 4060's memory configuration?

A: It comes with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth determine how much visual data can flow through the render pipeline. The 128-bit bus width is a limiting factor for high-resolution textures, yet the card still manages playable results across all tested settings.

The GPU's base clock runs at 1830 MHz, boosting up to 2460 MHz under load. With 3,072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 ROPs, the card processes geometry and pixels at 118.1 GPixel/s and 236.2 GTexel/s. The FP32 throughput of 15.11 TFLOPS indicates solid raw compute, but the 8 GB frame buffer becomes the deciding constraint at 4K.

Benchmark data shows the RTX 4060 holds a 66th percentile ranking among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 23,181 places it within 0.7% of the Intel Arc B580 and 0.6% of the AMD Radeon RX 6600M. The nearest rival above it, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti, scores 23,338, a 0.7% lead. These margins are narrow, suggesting the RTX 4060 sits in a competitive performance band.

Looking at the measured FPS, the GPU's role shifts with resolution. At 3840x2160, the frame rates range from 32.6 FPS on Ultra to 80.1 FPS on Low. At 2560x1440, the span is 59.6 to 155.4 FPS. The 1920x1080 results show 98.5 to 203.9 FPS. The consistent pattern is that Ultra settings at 4K push the memory bandwidth to its limit, while lower presets allow the GPU to stretch its clock speeds.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 uses the Zen 3 architecture on the Vermeer codename, fabricated on a 7 nm process. Its 6 cores and 12 threads operate between 3.50 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost. The 32 MB shared L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency in gaming workloads.

The CPU's benchmark results show a balanced profile. In Cinebench R23, it scores 18,309 in multi-core and 2,584 in single-core. The 3DMark tests indicate scaling from 1,737 with 2 threads to 5,659 with max threads, showing that the processor can leverage additional threads when needed. The PassMark multithread score of 21,541 and single-thread score of 3,256 suggest consistent performance across different workload types.

The Ryzen 5 5600 ranks in the 79th percentile among all CPUs, outperforming its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon D-1746TER, by 0.6% (21,635 vs 21,765 average score). The AMD EPYC 9554P trails by 0.6%, while the Intel Core i7-11700F is 0.9% behind. These small deltas indicate the 5600 competes well against higher-tier server and desktop parts.

In Outriders, the CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080, the frame rates reach 203.9 FPS on Low settings, which requires the processor to feed the GPU quickly. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration with a 4.40 GHz boost clock appears sufficient to keep the RTX 4060 occupied, as the FPS drops align more with GPU load than CPU bottlenecks when moving from Low to Medium or High.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data covers three resolutions and four settings tiers, providing a complete picture of performance scaling.

At 3840x2160, the highest resolution tested, the RTX 4060 delivers 47 FPS on High settings. Dropping to Medium improves the average to 61.5 FPS, a 30.9% increase. Low settings push the frame rate to 80.1 FPS, while Ultra falls to 32.6 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra is substantial—14.4 FPS—indicating that Ultra's additional effects tax the GPU heavily at 4K.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance jumps significantly. High settings produce 84.3 FPS, which is 79.4% higher than the same settings at 4K. Medium reaches 114.2 FPS, and Low hits 155.4 FPS. Ultra manages 59.6 FPS, still below the 60 FPS threshold but close. The scaling from Ultra to Low at this resolution is a 95.8 FPS difference, showing how much headroom exists in the lower presets.

At 1920x1080, the combo demonstrates its strongest results. Low settings achieve 203.9 FPS, Medium reaches 179.1 FPS, and High hits 133.8 FPS. Ultra drops to 98.5 FPS. The progression from Ultra to Low is a 105.4 FPS gain, with the most significant jump occurring between High and Medium—45.3 FPS. The 1080p results show that this pairing is well-suited for high-refresh-rate displays when settings are kept at Medium or below.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: each settings tier costs roughly 25-30% performance at a given resolution, with Ultra being the most demanding. The 4K results are the only ones where High settings fall below 60 FPS, making that resolution a challenge for this combo.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 900 out of 1,693 tested combos in Outriders. This places it in the 53rd percentile of all pairings, meaning just under half of tested configurations perform better.

The ranking reflects the balance between the two components. The CPU's 79th percentile standing among all processors is stronger than the GPU's 66th percentile, suggesting the processor is not the limiting factor in most scenarios. The GPU's 8 GB memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming but constrain 4K performance.

Looking at the measured FPS, the combo's rank makes sense. At 1920x1080, even Ultra settings exceed 98 FPS, which would place it above many lower-tier GPU pairings. At 2560x1440, the results range from 59.6 to 155.4 FPS, covering a wide spectrum of playable experiences. The 4K results, where Ultra drops to 32.6 FPS, pull the overall rank down despite the strong 1080p showing.

The nearest rival CPUs in synthetic benchmarks—the Intel Xeon D-1746TER, AMD EPYC 9554P, and Intel Core i7-11700F—all score within 0.9% of the 5600. This tight grouping means the CPU choice has minimal impact on the combo's rank. The GPU's rivals, including the RX 6600M and Arc B580, also cluster within 0.8% of the RTX 4060. The rank of 900 likely reflects a middle-ground pairing where neither component is exceptional nor deficient.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate.

For 1920x1080 displays, Medium settings provide an excellent balance with 179.1 FPS. This is 45.3 FPS higher than High and 80.6 FPS higher than Ultra, while still offering improved visuals over Low's 203.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at 98.5 FPS remains smooth for most monitors, but the performance cost over Medium is substantial.

At 2560x1440, High settings deliver 84.3 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium offers 114.2 FPS for those seeking higher refresh rates, while Low hits 155.4 FPS for competitive play. Ultra at 59.6 FPS is marginally below 60, so it is only recommended for players who prioritize visual fidelity over smoothness.

For 3840x2160, the options are more limited. High settings at 47 FPS are playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. Medium at 61.5 FPS hits the smoothness threshold, making it the recommended preset for 4K. Low at 80.1 FPS offers the best playability, while Ultra at 32.6 FPS should be avoided unless frame rate is not a concern.

The data suggests that Medium settings are the sweet spot for this combo across all resolutions. At 1080p, Medium provides nearly 180 FPS; at 1440p, it exceeds 114 FPS; and at 4K, it stays above 60 FPS. Players targeting high refresh rates should consider Low at 1440p or 1080p, while those with 4K displays should stick with Medium or Low to maintain playable frame rates.