Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination delivers a distinctive performance profile in Outriders, a looter shooter released on 2021-03-31. The data captured from this pairing shows a system that is heavily influenced by resolution and settings, with the CPU providing a strong foundation and the GPU demonstrating its class-leading capabilities. This analysis walks through the measured frame rates, the ranking of this combo, and the implications for gameplay.

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 from the 7000 series, built on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael) using a 5 nm process at TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, backed by a 32 MB shared L3 cache and a 65 W TDP. This configuration places it in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32750. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T (avg score 32707, delta 0.1%) and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (avg score 32812, delta -0.2%), indicating that its raw processing power is competitive with those parts.

For Outriders, the CPU's role is to feed frames to the GPU and handle game logic. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo reaches 227 FPS on average. This high frame rate is a strong indicator that the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions; it can push well beyond standard monitor refresh rates. The 12 threads and boost clock of 4.70 GHz provide sufficient single-thread and multi-thread performance for the game's demands. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU scores 21765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3072 in single-core, which are solid figures that correlate with its ability to handle high-FPS scenarios without stuttering. At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS drops to 161, but this is more attributable to the increased GPU load rather than CPU limitations, as the delta between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 66 FPS, a scaling pattern typical of a GPU-bound scenario at higher settings. The data suggests the Ryzen 5 7400F offers enough headroom to keep up with the RTX 5090 even at lower resolutions where frame rates are highest.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the broader context of all tested hardware combinations for Outriders, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 holds a comboRankInGame of 218 out of 2913 combos. This places it in the top 7.5% of all configurations tested for this game, which is a notable achievement given the large number of possible CPU-GPU pairings. The rank of 218 indicates that while this is not the absolute fastest combo available, it is significantly above the median performance tier.

This ranking is likely driven by the GPU's exceptional capabilities, as the RTX 5090 is a top-tier part, but the CPU's 83rd percentile standing ensures it does not hold the system back. The delta between this combo and others in the database is not provided directly, but the rank itself shows that it outperforms the vast majority of alternatives. For a game like Outriders, which can be demanding at high settings, this combo provides a high level of performance that would satisfy most players. The data does not include information on how the combo ranks relative to the immediate competitors, but the overall rank of 218 out of 2913 suggests that a user with this hardware can expect a smooth experience across most settings, with only a few more exotic combinations (likely featuring higher-tier CPUs) achieving better results.

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

The measured FPS data shows a clear scaling pattern across resolutions, revealing the limiting component at each step. At High settings, the average FPS transitions from 182 at 1920x1080, to 156 at 2560x1440, and finally to 88 at 3840x2160. This represents a drop of 26 FPS when moving from 1080p to 1440p (a 14.3% decrease), and a further drop of 68 FPS when moving from 1440p to 4K (a 43.6% decrease). The larger percentage drop at 4K is a classic sign that the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck at that resolution, as the pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K.

At Low settings, the pattern is similar but with higher absolute numbers: 227 FPS at 1080p, 195 FPS at 1440p, and 157 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 32 FPS (14.1%), and from 1440p to 4K is 38 FPS (19.5%). The fact that the 4K Low setting still achieves 157 FPS suggests that the CPU is strong enough to handle the lower graphics load, but the GPU is still being stressed. The Medium settings show intermediate results: 202 FPS at 1080p, 173 FPS at 1440p, and 117 FPS at 4K, with the 4K figure representing a 32.4% drop from 1440p. This consistent pattern across all settings indicates that while the Ryzen 5 7400F is sufficient for high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p, the RTX 5090's performance scaling is the deciding factor at 4K, where the GPU's raw compute power is taxed by the increased resolution.

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

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 227 at Low to 161 at Ultra, with Medium at 202 (min 171, max 232) and High at 182. This shows that even at the highest settings, the system remains well above 144 FPS, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. The gap between Low and Ultra is 66 FPS, which is a significant difference but still leaves Ultra playable.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops to 195 at Low, 173 at Medium (min 147, max 199), 156 at High, and 122 at Ultra. The Ultra preset at 1440p is the first point where the average dips below the 144 FPS threshold, but it remains above 120 FPS, which is still smooth for most gameplay. The Medium preset shows a min FPS of 147, indicating that even in demanding scenes, the frame rate does not drop below 144 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS is 157 at Low, 117 at Medium (min 100, max 135), 88 at High, and 64 at Ultra. This is where the system's limits become apparent. The Low preset is the only one that maintains an average above 144 FPS, while Medium averages 117 FPS, High averages 88 FPS, and Ultra averages 64 FPS. The min FPS of 100 at Medium suggests occasional dips, but the overall experience at 4K is still viable for players who prioritize visual fidelity over maximum frame rates, though the Ultra preset at 64 FPS may not be suitable for competitive play.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a flagship GPU from the GeForce 50-series, built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a GB202 chip on a 5 nm process. It features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a massive 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. The core clocks are 2017 MHz base and 2407 MHz boost, with 21760 shading units and 170 RT cores. This hardware places it in the 92nd percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 79842. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB (avg score 79605, delta 0.3%) and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (avg score 78940, delta 1.1%), though those are not direct consumer gaming equivalents.

In Outriders, the GPU's role is dominant, as evidenced by the resolution scaling data. The RTX 5090's 32 GB of VRAM is far more than the game requires, ensuring that memory capacity is never a limiting factor at any resolution or setting. The high memory bandwidth and boost clock of 2407 MHz allow the GPU to process the game's graphics efficiently. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra (64 FPS average) is the most demanding scenario, and it shows that the GPU is the primary limiter there, as the CPU is still capable of higher frame rates at lower resolutions. The 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power provides the raw throughput needed for the game's effects, but the data shows that even this powerful GPU struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra, indicating that Outriders is a demanding title at maximum settings. The GPU's performance at 1080p Low (227 FPS) demonstrates its headroom when not bottlenecked by resolution, but the scaling to 4K shows its limits.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 182 FPS.

*Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations in Outriders?*

A: This combo ranks 218th out of 2913 tested combinations, placing it in the top 7.5% of all configurations.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the data shows the GPU is the limiting factor. For example, at High settings, the average FPS drops from 156 at 1440p to 88 at 4K, a 43.6% decrease, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance due to the increased pixel count.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average FPS recorded is 64 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: Does this combo maintain 144 FPS at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS is 195 at Low, 173 at Medium, and 156 at High, all above 144 FPS. However, at Ultra settings, the average drops to 122 FPS, which is below the 144 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the max FPS recorded in the measured data?

A: The maximum FPS recorded is 232 FPS, which occurs at 1920x1080 with Medium settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, all settings presets achieve an average FPS above 161, so players can use Ultra settings to maximize visual quality while still maintaining smooth performance. The Ultra preset at 1080p averages 161 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate displays.

At 2560x1440, the High settings preset provides an average of 156 FPS, which is ideal for 144 Hz monitors. The Ultra preset drops to 122 FPS, which is still playable but may not be preferred for competitive play. For a balance of quality and performance, the High preset is recommended at 1440p, as it maintains an average above 144 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p shows a min FPS of 147, indicating it can handle demanding scenes without dropping below 144 FPS, making it a safe choice for smoothness.

At 3840x2160, the data suggests that the High settings preset is the best compromise. It averages 88 FPS, which is above 60 FPS and suitable for immersive gameplay, while the Ultra preset averages only 64 FPS, which may feel less responsive. The Medium preset at 4K averages 117 FPS, but it comes with a min FPS of 100, which is still high. For the best visual experience at 4K, the High preset is recommended, as it offers a significant visual upgrade over Medium while maintaining a playable frame rate. The Low preset at 4K averages 157 FPS, but it sacrifices too much visual fidelity. Overall, the data indicates that High settings at 1440p or High settings at 4K provide the best balance of performance and quality for this hardware combination.