Outriders

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Zen 4 Raphael architecture using a 5 nm process at TSMC. Its base clock of 3.70 GHz can boost up to 4.70 GHz, with 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB of L2 cache per core. This configuration places the CPU in the 83rd percentile among all processors in the benchmark database, with an average benchmark score of 32,750.

Against its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 5 7400F sits remarkably close to a cluster of comparable chips. It is 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14600T (average score 32,707) and 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32,697). It trails the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H by 0.2% (32,812) and leads the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 by 0.3% (32,662). These deltas are negligible, meaning the CPU's compute headroom is essentially at parity with these alternatives.

In Outriders, the measured frame rates reveal a pattern where the CPU is rarely the bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo reaches 227 FPS average, which is the highest measured figure across all configurations. This suggests that even at low graphical loads, the Ryzen 5 7400F can sustain very high frame delivery. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21,765 and single-core score of 3,072 indicate strong per-thread performance, which is relevant for a looter shooter that relies on consistent physics and AI updates.

The CPU's 65 W TDP and dual-channel DDR5 memory support (83.2 GB/s bandwidth) are modest for a desktop part, but the data shows no sudden frame rate collapses at lower resolutions that would indicate a CPU ceiling. When moving from 1080p to 1440p at the same settings, the frame rate drops by roughly 16-18% (e.g., High from 182 to 149 FPS), which is a relatively mild scaling curve. This indicates that the GPU is absorbing most of the additional resolution load, while the CPU continues to feed frames without becoming the limiting factor.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with the AD103 chip, featuring 9,728 shading units, 304 texture mapping units, and 112 ROPs. It carries 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores, with a base clock of 2205 MHz and boost clock of 2505 MHz. Memory consists of 16 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus, delivering 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth.

The GPU's benchmark standing places it in the 86th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54,247. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, scores 54,209 — a 0.1% difference, meaning the two are effectively identical in compute terms. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54,828) is 1.1% ahead, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55,698) and AMD Radeon 8060S (55,757) lead by 2.6% and 2.7% respectively. These deltas are small, but they contextualize the GPU's position relative to the broader market.

In Outriders, the RTX 4080's role becomes clear when examining the scaling from Low to Ultra settings. At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 227 (Low) down to 161 (Ultra), a 29% reduction. At 1440p, the range is 195 to 108 FPS, a 45% drop. At 4K, the range is 143 to 56 FPS, a 61% drop. This pattern shows that as resolution increases, the GPU becomes progressively more stressed, which is expected for a high-end card but still reveals the game's demands.

The 16 GB VRAM allocation is ample for Outriders, as the game does not appear to exceed this capacity at any measured setting. The memory clock of 1400 MHz (22.4 Gbps effective) and the 256-bit bus provide sufficient bandwidth for the high texture loads typical of a looter shooter. The data indicates that the RTX 4080 is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions, while at 1080p the CPU's ability to maintain high frame rates becomes more visible.

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

Examining the measured FPS rows, the Medium preset consistently offers the best balance between visual fidelity and performance. At 1080p, Medium delivers 202 FPS average with a minimum of 171 and maximum of 232 FPS. This is 25 FPS higher than High (182 FPS) and only 25 FPS lower than Low (227 FPS), but with substantially better visual quality than Low. The frame time consistency at Medium, indicated by the min/max spread, is tight enough to avoid noticeable stutter.

At 1440p, Medium produces 173 FPS average (min 147, max 199), which remains well above the 144 Hz refresh rate that many monitors support. High settings at this resolution drop to 149 FPS, still playable, but Medium provides a 16% uplift. Ultra at 1440p falls to 108 FPS, which is below the high-refresh threshold and shows diminishing returns for the extra visual detail.

At 4K, Medium is the only preset that maintains a playable average above 100 FPS, hitting 104 FPS (min 88, max 119). High at 4K drops to 78 FPS, which is acceptable for slower-paced moments but may feel less fluid in combat. Ultra at 4K plunges to 56 FPS, which is marginal for a game that benefits from responsive aiming. Low at 4K reaches 143 FPS, but the visual compromise is severe for a game with detailed environments.

The data suggests that Medium is the recommended preset across all resolutions. It preserves the highest minimum frame rates (171 at 1080p, 147 at 1440p, 88 at 4K) while keeping averages well above 100 FPS even at 4K. For players who prioritize maximum smoothness, Low at 1440p (195 FPS) or 1080p (227 FPS) is an option, but the jump from Low to Medium is only 13-15 FPS at 1080p and 22 FPS at 1440p, while the visual upgrade is significant.

# How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks 403rd out of 3,710 tested combos in Outriders. This places the pairing in the top 11% of all configurations in the database for this game. The rank reflects the overall performance across all measured resolutions and settings, with the combo demonstrating strong results at every resolution.

Given that the CPU sits in the 83rd percentile and the GPU in the 86th percentile among their respective categories, a rank of 403 out of 3,710 is consistent with expectations for a high-end but not top-tier pairing. The RTX 4080 is the dominant component, and the Ryzen 5 7400F provides sufficient support without dragging down overall results. The rank indicates that most combos ranked higher likely feature more powerful CPUs (such as 8-core or 16-core parts) or GPUs from the RTX 4090 class.

The delta between this combo and the top-ranked configurations is not directly measurable from the pack, but the rank position suggests that the RTX 4080's performance ceiling is the primary factor. At 1080p, the combo achieves frame rates that rival or exceed what many lower-ranked GPU pairings would deliver, while at 4K the GPU's limitations become more apparent relative to higher-tier cards. The rank of 403 is a strong showing, placing this combo in the upper echelon of tested systems for Outriders.

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

The measured frame rates show a clear pattern of degradation as resolution increases, with the magnitude of the drop varying by settings preset. At Low settings, the average FPS declines from 227 at 1080p to 195 at 1440p (a 14% drop) and then to 143 at 4K (a 27% drop from 1440p, or 37% from 1080p). At Medium, the averages are 202, 173, and 104 FPS respectively — a 14% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 40% drop from 1440p to 4K. At High, the figures are 182, 149, and 78 FPS — an 18% drop to 1440p and a 48% drop to 4K. At Ultra, the averages are 161, 108, and 56 FPS — a 33% drop to 1440p and a 48% drop to 4K.

The scaling behavior indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting component as resolution increases. At 1080p, the frame rates are high enough (161-227 FPS across settings) that the CPU's ability to feed frames is likely the ceiling, given that even Ultra settings exceed 160 FPS. At 1440p, the GPU load increases, but the RTX 4080 still maintains 108 FPS at Ultra, showing it has headroom. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, as the frame rates drop sharply — especially at High and Ultra where the 78 and 56 FPS averages reflect the pixel-pushing demands.

The data also shows that the scaling from 1080p to 1440p is relatively mild (14-33% depending on settings), while the jump from 1440p to 4K is more severe (27-48%). This is typical of a GPU that has enough bandwidth and compute for lower resolutions but becomes constrained at 4K. The CPU's role shrinks at 4K, as the frame rates are low enough that any modern 6-core processor could keep up, but at 1080p the Ryzen 5 7400F's strong single-thread performance (3,072 in Cinebench R23 single-core) helps sustain the high averages.

# FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Outriders with this combo if I want the highest frame rate?

A: The data shows the highest average FPS at 1080p with Low settings, reaching 227 FPS. Even at 1080p Ultra, the combo maintains 161 FPS, which is well above 144 Hz. For maximum smoothness, 1080p Low is the top choice, but 1440p Medium at 173 FPS offers a strong balance.

Q: How does this combo perform at 4K with the Ultra preset?

A: At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 56, with no minimum or maximum recorded. This is a playable frame rate but falls below the 60 FPS threshold that many players consider ideal for a looter shooter. Medium at 4K is significantly better at 104 FPS average.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for Outriders performance with this setup?

A: At 1080p, the CPU's performance is more visible, as frame rates range from 161 to 227 FPS depending on settings. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, with frame rates dropping to as low as 56 FPS at Ultra. The scaling pattern indicates the GPU dominates at higher resolutions.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7400F compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32,750, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600T (32,707) and 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32,697). It is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32,812) and 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (32,662).

Q: What is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo in Outriders?

A: The highest average FPS is 227 at 1080p with Low settings. The highest maximum FPS is 232, recorded at 1080p with Medium settings (with an average of 202 FPS). The lowest average is 56 FPS at 4K Ultra.

Q: Does the RTX 4080's 16 GB VRAM cause any issues at 4K in Outriders?

A: The measured data shows no frame rate anomalies that would indicate VRAM exhaustion. At 4K Medium, the combo maintains 104 FPS, and at 4K High it drops to 78 FPS. The 16 GB capacity is sufficient for the game's demands at these settings, as the performance scaling follows a consistent pattern rather than a sudden collapse.

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

The complete measured frame rate data for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 in Outriders is as follows:

1080p (1920x1080):

• High: 182 FPS average
• Low: 227 FPS average
• Medium: 202 FPS average, 171 FPS minimum, 232 FPS maximum
• Ultra: 161 FPS average

1440p (2560x1440):

• High: 149 FPS average
• Low: 195 FPS average
• Medium: 173 FPS average, 147 FPS minimum, 199 FPS maximum
• Ultra: 108 FPS average

4K (3840x2160):

• High: 78 FPS average
• Low: 143 FPS average
• Medium: 104 FPS average, 88 FPS minimum, 119 FPS maximum
• Ultra: 56 FPS average

The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values at all three resolutions, providing the most complete picture of frame time consistency. At 1080p, the minimum of 171 FPS indicates that even the lowest frame rate stays well above 144 Hz. At 1440p, the minimum of 147 FPS is still above 120 Hz, and at 4K, the minimum of 88 FPS remains playable. The absence of min/max data for High, Low, and Ultra presets means the average values are the only reference points, but the Medium data suggests that frame pacing is consistent enough to avoid major stutters.

Across all resolutions, the Low preset delivers the highest averages, but the gap to Medium narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, Low is 25 FPS higher than Medium (227 vs 202). At 1440p, the gap is 22 FPS (195 vs 173). At 4K, the gap is 39 FPS (143 vs 104), showing that Low becomes relatively more advantageous at higher resolutions. Conversely, the drop from Medium to High is 20 FPS at 1080p, 24 FPS at 1440p, and 26 FPS at 4K, indicating that High's visual improvements come at a consistent cost. Ultra is the most demanding, with averages that fall below 60 FPS at 4K, making it the least viable preset for smooth gameplay at that resolution.