Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 570 delivers playable performance in Outriders only at 1080p with lower settings, and the data shows a stark performance cliff as resolution increases. This combination ranks near the bottom of the database, at 1605 out of 1693 tested combos, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck in almost every scenario. The benchmark results are clear: this is a 1080p setup for this title, and even then, it requires compromises to maintain a smooth frame rate.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a dramatic and consistent drop in performance as resolution scales from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 100.8 FPS at 1080p to 64.4 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of roughly 36%, before plummeting to 31.6 FPS at 4K. This pattern indicates that the system is heavily dependent on the GPU, as the pixel count increase directly translates to a massive workload spike for the Radeon RX 570.

The scaling behavior becomes even more severe at higher graphical presets. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 52.8 at 1080p to 32.4 at 1440p and then to a barely playable 18.4 at 4K. The Ultra preset shows the most extreme degradation, with the average frame rate falling from 38.1 FPS at 1080p to 26.9 FPS at 1440p and finally to 13.4 FPS at 4K. These numbers suggest that the GPU's 4 GB of VRAM and 224.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth are insufficient for the higher resolutions, where texture and geometry demands exceed its capabilities.

The data points to a system where the limiting component is unequivocally the graphics card. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is more than capable of feeding the GPU at 1080p, but the RX 570's compute power (5.095 TFLOPS FP32) is simply not enough to handle the increased pixel throughput at higher resolutions. The 4K results, which fall below 20 FPS on High and Ultra presets, confirm that this resolution is not viable for this combination in Outriders.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a modern 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. Its benchmark scores are respectable, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22992 and a single-core score of 3246. This processing power is more than sufficient for Outriders, which is primarily a GPU-intensive title, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling patterns.

The CPU's role in this combo appears to be largely supportive, as the performance ceiling is consistently dictated by the GPU. At 1080p Low, the 100.8 FPS average suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck, as the GPU is still able to produce high frame rates. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6499 and the Passmark multithread score of 27058 indicate that the Ryzen 5 7600 has ample headroom for this game's engine.

The processor's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support (with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s) contribute to its strong synthetic performance. However, in Outriders, the data shows that the CPU's capabilities are underutilized. The minimal difference in FPS between the High and Ultra presets at 1080p (52.8 vs 38.1) is in line with the GPU being the limiting factor, rather than the CPU struggling to process game logic or draw calls. The CPU is a high-performing component that is effectively held back by the older GPU in this pairing.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 570 is a legacy graphics card based on the Polaris 20 chip and GCN 4.0 architecture, with a base clock of 1168 MHz and a boost clock of 1244 MHz. Its 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. While this was a capable card at its 2017 release, its performance in Outriders is clearly constrained by its age and memory capacity.

The GPU's role is the defining factor in this combo's performance. The benchmark results show that the RX 570 is the primary bottleneck, as the frame rates scale almost linearly with the GPU's workload. The 4 GB VRAM is likely a critical limitation at 1440p and 4K, where the game's high-resolution textures exceed the available memory, leading to the significant frame rate drops observed. The data shows that even at 1440p Medium, the average FPS is only 46.6, which is below the 60 FPS target most players expect.

The GPU's synthetic benchmarks, such as a Geekbench OpenCL score of 32084 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 880, are modest compared to its nearest rivals. The nearestRivals data shows the RX 570 has an average benchmark score of 30158, which is within 0.2% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 and 0.2% of the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT. However, these rivals are likely more modern and efficient, and the RX 570's performance in Outriders suggests it cannot maintain competitive frame rates at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and AMD Radeon RX 570 ranks 1605 out of 1693 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the bottom 5% of all systems in the database. This low ranking is a direct consequence of the GPU's limitations, as the CPU is a high-end part that would typically be paired with a much more powerful graphics card.

The combo's ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data. At 1080p Ultra, the average frame rate is 38.1 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for many users. The system's inability to maintain 60 FPS at 1080p on High settings (52.8 FPS average) further cements its position near the bottom of the rankings. The data suggests that this pairing is severely unbalanced, with the CPU's performance (83rd percentile vs all CPUs) far exceeding the GPU's (74th percentile vs all GPUs).

In the context of other tested combos, this system is more suited for esports or older titles than for a demanding looter shooter like Outriders. The ranking implies that most other CPU-GPU combinations in the database offer a better experience for this game, whether through higher average frame rates or better consistency at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at the system's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system achieves its best results: Low settings yield an average of 100.8 FPS, Medium produces 74.5 FPS, High delivers 52.8 FPS, and Ultra drops to 38.1 FPS. These numbers show a clear trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate, with Low being the only preset that comfortably exceeds 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops significantly. Low settings average 64.4 FPS, which is still playable, but Medium falls to 46.6 FPS, High to 32.4 FPS, and Ultra to 26.9 FPS. The system begins to struggle at this resolution, with only the Low preset providing a smooth experience.

At 3840x2160, the system is overwhelmed. Low settings average 31.6 FPS, Medium 24.0 FPS, High 18.4 FPS, and Ultra a mere 13.4 FPS. These frame rates are not suitable for a fast-paced action game, indicating that 4K is entirely out of reach for this combination.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU-GPU combo in Outriders?*

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the only viable resolution. At 1440p, even Low settings only average 64.4 FPS, while 4K results in average frame rates below 32 FPS across all presets.

*Q: Can this system achieve 60 FPS in Outriders?*

A: Yes, but only at 1080p with Low settings, where it averages 100.8 FPS. The Medium preset at 1080p comes close with 74.5 FPS, but High and Ultra presets fall short of the 60 FPS mark.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The benchmark results indicate the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The CPU has strong synthetic scores (Cinebench R23 multicore 22992), but the frame rates scale with resolution and settings in a way that points to the RX 570's limitations.

Q: How does this combo compare to other systems in the database?

A: It ranks 1605 out of 1693 combos for Outriders, placing it near the very bottom. The GPU's average benchmark score (30158) is nearly identical to the RTX 5060, but the measured FPS in this game shows it cannot handle demanding settings.

Q: What is the highest settings preset recommended at 1080p?

A: Based on the measured FPS, Medium is the highest preset that maintains an average above 60 FPS (74.5 FPS). The High preset at 52.8 FPS may be acceptable for some, but it is below the 60 FPS target.

Q: Does the 4 GB VRAM of the RX 570 affect performance?

A: The data suggests it does. The severe frame rate drops at 1440p and 4K, particularly on High and Ultra presets, are consistent with the GPU running out of memory, as the 4 GB capacity is insufficient for those resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience with this hardware, the data strongly recommends playing at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. This configuration delivers an average of 100.8 FPS, providing a smooth and responsive experience that is ideal for the fast-paced combat in Outriders. This setting ensures the frame rate remains high, avoiding the dips seen at higher presets.

If visual quality is a priority, the Medium preset at 1080p is the highest playable option, with an average of 74.5 FPS. This provides a balance between performance and graphical fidelity, though it sacrifices some of the headroom seen at Low. The High preset at 1080p, with its 52.8 FPS average, is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 38.1 FPS is not recommended for consistent gameplay.

At 1440p, only the Low preset is advisable, as it averages 64.4 FPS. The Medium preset at 46.6 FPS is playable but inconsistent, and the High and Ultra presets should be avoided. At 4K, all presets are unplayable, with the highest average being 31.6 FPS at Low. Users should avoid this resolution entirely. The data indicates that the Ultra preset is never a viable option, as even at 1080p it fails to reach 60 FPS, reinforcing that this GPU is best utilized with lower graphical demands.