Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers a top-tier experience in Outriders, securing the 295th position out of 2,913 tested combos. This places the configuration in the top 10.1% of all systems evaluated for this title, a strong showing that reflects the high-end nature of both components. The data indicates that this pairing is far more powerful than the average tested system, and it is positioned to handle the game's most demanding scenarios with considerable headroom.

The ranking is particularly notable given the game's release timing. Outriders is a looter shooter that relies on fast-paced action and dense particle effects, making consistent frame rates critical. A rank of 295 out of 2,913 means the combination outperforms roughly 89.9% of all other CPU-GPU pairings tested. This suggests that while there are more powerful configurations available, they are rare and likely consist of the absolute highest-end hardware on the market. For the vast majority of users, this combo represents a performance ceiling that is rarely breached.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is the undisputed performance driver in this configuration. Its role is defined by its massive memory pool and high clock speeds, which directly influence the frame rates observed in Outriders. The GPU is built on the 5 nm process with the GB202 chip and Blackwell 2.0 architecture, featuring a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz. These clocks are the foundation for the GPU's raw processing power, allowing it to maintain high throughput across the game's various scenes.

Memory is a critical factor at higher resolutions. The RTX 5090 is equipped with 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. In Outriders, this is significant because the game's textures and effects can consume large amounts of video memory at 4K resolution. The data shows that at 3840x2160 with High settings, the combo achieves 88 FPS on average. This is a playable frame rate, but the substantial VRAM and bandwidth are likely what prevents more severe dips, ensuring the 1% lows remain stable. The GPU's 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores also contribute to the feature set, though the benchmark data does not isolate their specific impact on this game.

The GPU's benchmark scores further illustrate its dominance. A Passmark G3D score of 39,650 and a Passmark GPU Compute score of 26,756 place it in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in the benchmark database are the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT, with the RTX 5090 holding a 0.3% and 1.1% lead over them, respectively. While these are not direct gaming rivals, they underscore the sheer compute capability of the chip. In the context of Outriders, this compute power translates directly to higher average FPS, as the GPU is rarely the bottleneck until the resolution is pushed to its limits.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern as resolution increases, indicating where the bottleneck shifts between the CPU and GPU. At 1080p, the combo is heavily CPU-bound, which limits the GPU's potential. The average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 173 FPS, and at Low settings it jumps to 216 FPS. The gap between Low and High at 1080p is 43 FPS, which is relatively modest compared to the scaling at higher resolutions. This suggests that the Ryzen 5 7500X3D is the limiting factor at this resolution, as the RTX 5090 has enough headroom to render the frames, but the CPU cannot feed it data fast enough to push much beyond 216 FPS.

Moving to 1440p, the load begins to shift. At 2560x1440 with High settings, the average FPS drops to 148 FPS, a 25 FPS decrease from 1080p. The Low setting at 1440p yields 185 FPS, which is still very high. The scaling from Low to High at 1440p is 37 FPS, showing that the GPU is now starting to become more relevant, but the CPU still holds significant influence. At Ultra settings, the average is 122 FPS, which demonstrates that even at this resolution, the combo has ample power for a high-refresh-rate experience.

The most dramatic shift occurs at 4K. At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant bottleneck. The average FPS at High settings is 88 FPS, a 60 FPS drop from 1080p High. The Low setting at 4K produces 149 FPS, which is a 67 FPS drop from 1080p Low. This significant reduction at 4K highlights the immense pixel-pushing demand placed on the RTX 5090. The scaling from Low to High at 4K is 61 FPS, which is the largest gap across all resolutions. This indicates that the GPU's processing power, rather than its memory bandwidth, is the primary constraint at 4K, as increasing the settings from Low to High requires substantially more shading and texture work.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rates, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame pacing. The data suggests that the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, particularly at higher resolutions. At 3840x2160, the Medium setting achieves an average of 117 FPS with a minimum of 100 FPS and a maximum of 135 FPS. This is the only 4K setting that provides a locked 100+ FPS experience, making it the sweet spot for a smooth, high-fidelity 4K session. The High setting at 4K drops to 88 FPS, which is still playable but leaves less headroom for demanding scenes.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is also the recommendation. It delivers an average of 165 FPS with a minimum of 140 FPS, ensuring a buttery-smooth experience on high-refresh-rate monitors. The High setting at 1440p provides 148 FPS, which is not significantly lower, but Medium offers a more consistent frame time with its 140 FPS minimum. For competitive players who prioritize frame rate above all else, the Low preset at 1440p yields 185 FPS, but the visual compromise is substantial.

For 1080p, the Medium preset again stands out. It achieves an average of 192 FPS with a minimum of 163 FPS and a maximum of 221 FPS. This provides an excellent balance for 144Hz and 165Hz displays. The Ultra preset at 1080p delivers 153 FPS, which is still high, but the jump from Medium to Ultra yields diminishing returns in visual quality for the loss of nearly 40 FPS. The data clearly indicates that Medium is the most efficient setting across all resolutions, providing a 60-70% performance uplift over Ultra while maintaining a high level of graphical detail.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU-GPU combo to maintain a 144Hz refresh rate?

A: The data shows that at 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the combo achieves an average of 165 FPS with a minimum of 140 FPS. This is the highest resolution where the minimum frame rate consistently stays above 144 FPS, making it the ideal target for a 144Hz monitor.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming without dropping below 60 FPS?

A: Yes. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset produces 64 FPS, and the High preset produces 88 FPS. The Medium preset produces 117 FPS with a minimum of 100 FPS, ensuring that all settings levels provide a playable experience above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 5090's performance compare to its nearest rival in the database?

A: The RTX 5090 has a Passmark G3D score of 39,650. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB with a score of 79,605, but the RTX 5090 holds a 0.3% lead over it in average benchmark score.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance score, and why is it relevant for gaming?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500X3D has a Passmark single-thread score of 3,494. This is relevant because Outriders relies on a few heavily threaded tasks, and a higher single-thread score helps maintain high frame rates at lower resolutions like 1080p, where the CPU is the primary bottleneck.

Q: Does the combo perform better at 1080p or 1440p in terms of frame consistency?

A: The data shows that at 1080p Medium, the variance between min and max FPS is 58 FPS (163 to 221). At 1440p Medium, the variance is 49 FPS (140 to 189). This indicates that the 1440p Medium setting provides a more consistent frame pacing.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth and how does it impact 4K performance?

A: The RTX 5090 has a memory bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. This high bandwidth is crucial for 4K performance, as it allows the GPU to quickly access the large textures and data required at that resolution, helping to maintain the 88 FPS average at High settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D serves as the supporting pillar for the RTX 5090, and its specifications are tailored to prevent bottlenecking in most scenarios. It is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, based on the Raphael architecture and Zen 4 core design. Its base clock is 4.00 GHz with a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, which are moderate frequencies for a desktop chip. However, the processor's key feature is its large cache: 96 MB of shared L3 cache. This substantial cache is critical for gaming, as it allows the CPU to store more game data closer to the cores, reducing latency and improving frame pacing.

The CPU's benchmark results show a Passmark multi-thread score of 25,047 and a single-thread score of 3,494. It ranks in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H and the Intel Core i9-13950HX, with the Ryzen 5 7500X3D holding a 0.2% and 0.5% lead over them, respectively. These scores indicate that while the CPU is not the absolute fastest on the market, it is well above average and perfectly capable of driving the RTX 5090 at high frame rates.

The data reveals the CPU's specific impact. At 1080p, the CPU is the primary limiter, as evidenced by the relatively small FPS gap between Low and High settings. The 216 FPS at Low and 173 FPS at High show that the CPU can max out at around 216 FPS, but the GPU has more to give. This is a classic sign of a CPU bottleneck. In contrast, at 4K, the CPU's influence wanes, and the GPU takes over as the limiting factor. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for Outriders, which does not appear to be a heavily multi-threaded title based on the scaling. The L3 cache is the standout feature, and it likely helps maintain stable minimum frame rates, such as the 100 FPS minimum at 4K Medium, by reducing the need to access slower system memory.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the exact average FPS values measured across all tested settings and resolutions. The data is derived from the FACT PACK and represents the performance of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: Average FPS of 216.
• Medium: Average FPS of 192, with a minimum of 163 and a maximum of 221.
• High: Average FPS of 173.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 153.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: Average FPS of 185.
• Medium: Average FPS of 165, with a minimum of 140 and a maximum of 189.
• High: Average FPS of 148.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 122.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: Average FPS of 149.
• Medium: Average FPS of 117, with a minimum of 100 and a maximum of 135.
• High: Average FPS of 88.
• Ultra: Average FPS of 64.

The pattern is consistent: the Medium preset offers the highest minimum frame rate at each resolution, ensuring the smoothest experience. The Ultra preset yields the lowest FPS, presenting a significant performance cost for the highest visual quality. The data confirms that this combo excels at 1440p and is fully capable of delivering a high-refresh-rate 4K experience at Medium settings.