Outriders

# Outriders with AMD Ryzen 5 7500F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 1846th out of 3710 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. The data shows a system that is consistently GPU-limited at higher resolutions but capable of excellent frame rates at 1080p, with the measured results revealing a clear performance hierarchy across settings that favors High at 1440p as the sweet spot for visual quality and smoothness.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows how dramatically performance scales with resolution in Outriders. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system produces 236 FPS average, while at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, it drops to 32 FPS average. This represents a performance reduction of roughly 86% from the best-case scenario to the worst-case scenario, which is a massive swing that indicates the GPU is the primary limiting factor as resolution increases.

Looking at High settings specifically, the scaling pattern is clear: 134 FPS at 1080p, 84 FPS at 1440p, and 44 FPS at 4K. The transition from 1080p to 1440p costs about 37% performance, while moving from 1440p to 4K costs another 48%. This is a typical GPU-bound scaling curve, where each resolution step imposes a significant load increase on the graphics card.

The Medium settings data reinforces this interpretation. At 1080p Medium, the system delivers 178 FPS with a minimum of 152 and maximum of 205 FPS. At 1440p Medium, it drops to 112 FPS with a range of 96 to 129 FPS. At 4K Medium, it falls to 59 FPS with a range of 50 to 68 FPS. The frame time consistency, as indicated by the min-max spread, becomes tighter at higher resolutions relative to the average, suggesting the GPU is working more uniformly under heavier load.

At Low settings, the scaling is even more pronounced: 236 FPS at 1080p, 155 FPS at 1440p, and 81 FPS at 4K. The fact that Low settings at 4K still achieves 81 FPS demonstrates that when the GPU load is reduced, the system has substantial headroom, but the CPU is not the bottleneck here — the RTX 4060's 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 128-bit bus width with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth become the constraining factors at higher resolutions.

Ultra settings tell the clearest story about the GPU's limits. At 1080p Ultra, the system manages 97 FPS, which drops to 61 FPS at 1440p, and then plummets to 32 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is below playable thresholds for most users, and even 1440p Ultra is marginal for smooth gameplay. The data suggests that 4K is only viable at Low or Medium settings, where the system can maintain 81 FPS and 59 FPS respectively.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, built on the Zen 4 Raphael architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process. It runs at a base clock of 3.70 GHz with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, and its 65 W TDP classifies it as an efficient desktop part. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 974 in 3DMark single-thread, 22799 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, and 3218 in Cinebench R23 single-core, placing it in the 77th percentile among all CPUs.

Given the resolution scaling patterns observed, the CPU's role in Outriders appears secondary to the GPU. At 1080p Low, where the GPU load is minimal, the system reaches 236 FPS, which suggests the 7500F's single-thread performance (3DMark 2-thread score of 1902 and 4-thread score of 3621) is sufficient to feed the RTX 4060 without creating a significant bottleneck. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration with 32 MB of shared L3 cache provides ample headroom for the game's threading demands.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 24964 places it within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and 0.1% of the Intel Core i7-11850H, indicating that its compute capability is well-matched to mid-range gaming workloads. In Outriders, the fact that frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings — rather than plateauing at a CPU-imposed ceiling — confirms that the 7500F is not the limiting component at any tested configuration.

The 7500F's DDR5 memory support with dual-channel configuration and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth helps maintain smooth frame delivery in demanding scenes, though the measured data does not isolate memory performance. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking versus all CPUs, combined with the GPU's 61st percentile ranking versus all GPUs, suggests a balanced pairing where the CPU has more relative headroom than the GPU — this is why resolution increases cause such steep FPS drops.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on which settings preset delivers the best experience. At 1920x1080, all four presets produce playable frame rates: Low at 236 FPS, Medium at 178 FPS, High at 134 FPS, and Ultra at 97 FPS. For competitive play or maximum smoothness, Low or Medium are viable, but High at 134 FPS offers a strong balance of visual quality and performance. Ultra at 97 FPS is still playable but represents a 28% performance drop from High for incremental visual gains.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation shifts decisively toward High settings. High delivers 84 FPS average, which is smooth for most gameplay scenarios. Medium achieves 112 FPS and could be preferred for higher refresh rate monitors, but the jump from Medium to High is only a 25% performance cost. Ultra drops to 61 FPS, which is borderline for action-oriented looter shooter gameplay, and Low at 155 FPS is overkill for most displays while sacrificing significant visual quality.

For 3840x2160, the options are more constrained. Low settings achieve 81 FPS and are the only preset that provides consistently smooth gameplay at 4K. Medium drops to 59 FPS, which is acceptable but may feel less responsive in intense combat sequences. High at 44 FPS and Ultra at 32 FPS are below the threshold for comfortable play. The data suggests that 4K gaming with this combo requires accepting Low or Medium settings, with Medium offering a reasonable compromise at 59 FPS.

The best overall experience per the measured rows is 2560x1440 with High settings. This configuration provides 84 FPS average, which is smooth, while maintaining a visual quality level that takes advantage of the RTX 4060's capabilities. For users with 1080p displays, High at 134 FPS is equally compelling, offering near-Ultra visuals with substantial performance headroom. The 1440p High recommendation is reinforced by the fact that the step to Ultra costs 27% performance for what is typically a marginal visual improvement in Outriders.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 1846th out of 3710 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the 50th percentile of all tested systems. This mid-pack ranking reflects the RTX 4060's position as a mainstream GPU — it scores 19545 in Passmark G3D and holds the 61st percentile among all GPUs — paired with a solid but not top-tier CPU.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the database illustrate its competitive position. The RTX 4060's average benchmark score of 17639 is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon HD 7790 at 17666 (0.2% difference), the AMD Radeon 780M at 17588 (0.3% difference), and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 at 17551 (0.5% difference). This tight clustering in synthetic scores, however, does not reflect real-world gaming performance, as these rivals span vastly different generations and architectures — the RTX 4060's Ada Lovelace architecture with 3072 shading units and 24 RT cores gives it capabilities that synthetic averages may not fully capture.

The CPU's ranking is more favorable. The 7500F's 77th percentile placement and average benchmark score of 24964 puts it slightly above the Intel Core i7-11850H (24935, 0.1% delta) and just below the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (25005, 0.2% delta). This indicates the CPU is a stronger component relative to its peers than the GPU, which explains why the system's Outriders performance is primarily GPU-bound.

Given the combo's mid-pack ranking, the data suggests that users seeking higher frame rates in Outriders would benefit more from a GPU upgrade than a CPU upgrade. The 7500F's 6-core, 12-thread configuration with 5.00 GHz boost clock is well-suited to gaming workloads, while the RTX 4060's 8 GB memory capacity and 128-bit bus are limiting factors at higher resolutions and settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Outriders at 4K?

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. The measured data shows 81 FPS at 4K Low and 59 FPS at 4K Medium, while High settings drop to 44 FPS and Ultra to 32 FPS. For smooth 4K gameplay, Low or Medium settings are required.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: High settings at 2560x1440 deliver 84 FPS average, which is the best balance of visual quality and performance. Medium achieves 112 FPS for higher refresh rate displays, while Ultra drops to 61 FPS, and Low reaches 155 FPS but sacrifices visual fidelity.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in Outriders?

A: The GPU is the limiting component in most configurations. The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K shows steep drops as resolution increases, indicating the RTX 4060's 8 GB memory and 128-bit bus are the primary constraints. The Ryzen 5 7500F's 77th percentile CPU ranking suggests it has performance headroom.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4060's average benchmark score of 17639 is within 0.5% of the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (17666), AMD Radeon 780M (17588), and AMD Radeon Pro 560 (17551). Despite similar synthetic scores, the RTX 4060's Ada Lovelace architecture provides modern feature support.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the system delivers 97 FPS average. This is playable, but High settings at 134 FPS provide a 38% performance improvement with minimal visual difference, making High the recommended preset for 1080p.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7500F compare to its closest CPU rivals?

A: The 7500F's average benchmark score of 24964 is within 0.2% of the Intel Core i7-11850H (24935) and AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (25005), and within 0.4% of the Intel Core i7-13620H (24911) and Intel Core 5 210H (24872). This places it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured frame rate data for Outriders with the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is as follows:

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low settings: 236 FPS average
• Medium settings: 178 FPS average, with a minimum of 152 FPS and maximum of 205 FPS
• High settings: 134 FPS average
• Ultra settings: 97 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low settings: 155 FPS average
• Medium settings: 112 FPS average, with a minimum of 96 FPS and maximum of 129 FPS
• High settings: 84 FPS average
• Ultra settings: 61 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low settings: 81 FPS average
• Medium settings: 59 FPS average, with a minimum of 50 FPS and maximum of 68 FPS
• High settings: 44 FPS average
• Ultra settings: 32 FPS average

The data shows a consistent pattern across all resolutions: Low settings provide the highest frame rates, followed by Medium, High, and Ultra in descending order. The Medium settings preset is the only configuration with complete min-max data, showing that frame time consistency remains reasonable even as average FPS varies from 178 at 1080p to 59 at 4K. The gap between Medium and High grows from 44 FPS at 1080p to 53 FPS at 1440p and 15 FPS at 4K, while the gap between High and Ultra remains relatively consistent at 37 FPS at 1080p, 23 FPS at 1440p, and 12 FPS at 4K. This suggests that the Ultra preset's additional visual effects have diminishing returns at higher resolutions where the GPU is already heavily loaded.