Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination delivers a highly capable Outriders experience, with the data showing a clear path to optimal settings depending on your display's native resolution. The measured frame rates across the board indicate that this pairing is well-balanced, though the GPU becomes the primary constraint as resolution increases. This analysis walks through the measured results to determine the best presets, the role of each component, and how this specific combo ranks against the broader database of tested configurations.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data for Outriders reveals a distinct hierarchy across the four available presets at each resolution. For players targeting the highest refresh rates at 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 227 FPS, which is an exceptional result. However, the Medium preset still provides a very high 165 FPS average, with a minimum of 141 FPS and a maximum of 190 FPS. Given that the jump from Low to Medium is substantial in visual quality, the Medium preset offers the best experience at 1080p for most users, as it maintains frame rates well above the 144 Hz threshold while providing better visual fidelity. The High preset at 1080p still yields a strong 124 FPS average, but the Medium preset's combination of 165 FPS average and a 141 FPS minimum makes it the safe recommendation for competitive play without sacrificing too much visual detail.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation shifts. The Low preset hits an average of 144 FPS, which is ideal for 144 Hz monitors. The Medium preset, however, provides a 104 FPS average with a minimum of 89 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS. This is still very smooth, but the drop below 100 FPS on average might be noticeable to sensitive users. Given that the High preset at 1440p manages a respectable 78 FPS average, the Medium preset appears to be the sweet spot. It provides a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining a frame rate that is well within the range of high-refresh-rate gaming. Choosing Medium at 1440p balances the 104 FPS average against the 89 FPS minimum, ensuring that the experience remains fluid even in demanding scenes.

For 4K (3840x2160), the data suggests that players must make a more significant compromise. The Ultra preset is essentially unplayable for smooth action, with an average of only 30 FPS. The High preset is also challenging, with a 41 FPS average. The Medium preset, with a 55 FPS average and a 46 FPS minimum, is the only viable option for a playable experience, though it still falls short of the 60 FPS target. Interestingly, the Low preset at 4K produces a 75 FPS average, which is the only preset at this resolution to break the 60 FPS barrier. For 4K users, the choice is between visual fidelity at Medium (55 FPS) or performance at Low (75 FPS). Based on the data, the Low preset at 4K offers the best experience for gameplay fluidity, as the 75 FPS average is significantly more responsive than the 55 FPS average of Medium. In summary, the best experience per the measured rows is Medium at 1080p and 1440p, and Low at 4K.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is the primary driver of frame rates in Outriders, as evidenced by the significant performance scaling with resolution. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is sufficient for the game at the tested settings, though the performance drops at higher resolutions and presets suggest that the GPU's compute capabilities, rather than memory capacity, are the limiting factor. The GPU's architecture is RDNA 4.0 on a 4 nm process, with a base clock of 1700 MHz, a game clock of 2400 MHz, and a boost clock of 2990 MHz. This clock speed range allows the GPU to scale its performance dynamically, which is reflected in the measured FPS numbers.

The RX 9060 has 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units. Its pixel rate is 191.4 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 334.9 GTexel/s, with an FP32 throughput of 21.43 TFLOPS. These raw specifications translate directly to the observed performance. At 1080p, the GPU is powerful enough to push very high frame rates, with the Low preset reaching 227 FPS. The gap between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p is substantial, with Ultra dropping to 90 FPS. This is a 60% reduction in average FPS from Low to Ultra, indicating that the Ultra preset's additional effects, such as shadows, lighting, and post-processing, heavily tax the GPU's shading and texture units.

At 1440p, the GPU's workload increases, and the performance gap between presets narrows slightly in absolute terms but remains proportionally similar. The Low preset at 1440p is exactly 144 FPS, while Ultra is 57 FPS. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, as even the Low preset drops to 75 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 30 FPS. The data shows that the RX 9060 is a capable 1080p and 1440p card for Outriders, but it struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K, particularly with higher quality presets. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is likely adequate for these settings, but the sheer computational load of 4K rendering overwhelms its 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. The GPU's benchmark scores, such as a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3322 and a Passmark G3D score of 17631, place it in the 59th percentile of all GPUs, which aligns with its observed mid-to-high-end performance in this game.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 plays a supporting role in Outriders, providing enough processing power to ensure the GPU is not starved of data. This CPU features 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The high boost clock is critical for gaming, as it ensures strong single-threaded performance, which is often the primary driver of frame pacing in game engines. The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a 32 MB shared L3 cache. This 32 MB L3 cache is particularly beneficial for gaming, as it allows the CPU to store more frequently accessed game data, reducing the need to fetch from slower system memory.

The Ryzen 5 7600's benchmark results confirm its strong gaming pedigree. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score is 1852, and its Geekbench single-core score is 2521. These scores are indicative of a CPU that can handle the per-thread demands of a modern game engine. The multi-threaded performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12735 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 13413. In the context of Outriders, the CPU's role is evident in the frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p, the GPU is not the bottleneck at lower presets, as evidenced by the 227 FPS average on Low. The CPU is capable of feeding the GPU enough frames to reach this level, showing that it is not a limiting factor at this resolution.

However, as the resolution increases, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, and the CPU's workload becomes relatively lighter. This is a classic sign of a balanced pairing. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for Outriders, which is a looter shooter that does not typically require an extreme number of cores. The CPU's 3DMark 16-thread score of 6499 and Passmark multithread score of 27058 are in line with its peers. The CPU's performance is also reflected in its percentile ranking of 78, meaning it outperforms 78% of all CPUs in the database. This ensures that the Ryzen 5 7600 provides a stable foundation for the RX 9060, and the data shows that the CPU is not the cause of any performance dips, as the FPS variations across resolutions are clearly tied to GPU load.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks at 1584 out of 2913 tested combos for Outriders. This places it in the 54th percentile of all combinations, indicating that it is a solid, mid-pack performer. The rank reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU, and it is a slightly better-than-average result for the entire database. The combo's performance is driven by the strengths of both components. The CPU's high single-thread performance ensures that it does not bottleneck the GPU, while the GPU's raw throughput is enough to deliver strong results at 1080p and 1440p.

Looking at the individual component rankings helps contextualize this combo rank. The Ryzen 5 7600 has an average benchmark score of 26324, which is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. It is 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, 0.4% faster than the Intel Core i9-11900KF, and 0.5% faster than the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U. It is only 0.3% slower than the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS. This shows that the CPU is extremely well-matched with its direct competitors, and any performance difference in games is likely negligible.

For the GPU, the RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014. It is 0.7% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which is its closest rival. It is 1% faster than the AMD Radeon R9 370X and the AMD Radeon RX 7700, and it is 2.1% faster than the AMD Radeon Pro W5500. This places the GPU in a tight competitive bracket. The combo's rank of 1584 out of 2913 suggests that while the individual components are mid-tier, their pairing is effective for Outriders. The data indicates that this combo is not an outlier in either direction; it performs as expected for its component class. The rank is a direct reflection of the GPU's 59th percentile standing and the CPU's 78th percentile standing, resulting in a combined performance that is better than half of all other combos tested.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. This scaling is crucial for understanding which component is the primary limiter. At the High preset, the average FPS drops from 124 at 1080p to 78 at 1440p, a 37% decrease. From 1440p to 4K, the average FPS drops further from 78 to 41, a 47% decrease. This accelerating drop-off is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound scenario. The GPU is struggling to fill the increasing number of pixels, and the CPU is not the bottleneck.

The Low preset shows a similar trend. The average FPS goes from 227 at 1080p to 144 at 1440p, a 37% drop, and then from 144 to 75 at 4K, a 48% drop. The consistency of these percentage drops across presets reinforces that the GPU is the limiting factor. At 1080p, the CPU is likely the primary driver of the high frame rates, but as resolution climbs, the GPU's workload increases exponentially, and the frame rate becomes entirely dependent on the GPU's pixel throughput.

The Medium preset data, which includes minimum and maximum FPS values, provides additional insight. At 1080p, the Medium preset has an average of 165 FPS, with a minimum of 141 and a maximum of 190. At 1440p, the average drops to 104 FPS, with a minimum of 89 and a maximum of 120. At 4K, the average is 55 FPS, with a minimum of 46 and a maximum of 63. The minimum FPS values at 4K (46 FPS) are dangerously close to the threshold of perceptible stutter, further confirming that the GPU is overburdened at this resolution. The data strongly suggests that the RX 9060 is the limiting component in this pairing for Outriders. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see frame rates that plateau or remain relatively stable as resolution increases, but the data shows a continuous and significant decline, solidifying the GPU's role as the primary constraint.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is the exact measured FPS data for the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 in Outriders, organized by resolution and settings.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the results are as follows:

• High: 41 FPS average
• Low: 75 FPS average
• Medium: 55 FPS average, with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 63 FPS
• Ultra: 30 FPS average

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the results are:

• High: 78 FPS average
• Low: 144 FPS average
• Medium: 104 FPS average, with a minimum of 89 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS
• Ultra: 57 FPS average

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the results are:

• High: 124 FPS average
• Low: 227 FPS average
• Medium: 165 FPS average, with a minimum of 141 FPS and a maximum of 190 FPS
• Ultra: 90 FPS average

These numbers show the full performance envelope of this combo. At 1080p, the combo is exceptionally fast, with even the Ultra preset maintaining a 90 FPS average. The 1440p results are strong, with the Medium preset providing a smooth 104 FPS experience. The 4K results are the weakest, but the Low preset still offers a playable 75 FPS. The data indicates that the combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can take full advantage of high-refresh-rate displays.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1080p gaming?

A: Based on the measured data, the Medium preset is recommended for 1080p. It provides an average FPS of 165, with a minimum of 141 FPS, which is well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors. While the Low preset achieves a higher 227 FPS average, the Medium preset offers a significant visual upgrade while still maintaining a very high frame rate.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Outriders?

A: The data shows that 4K gaming is possible but requires compromises. At 4K, the Low preset achieves a 75 FPS average, which is playable. The Medium preset drops to a 55 FPS average, and the High and Ultra presets fall to 41 and 30 FPS, respectively. For a smooth experience, the Low preset is the only option that consistently breaks 60 FPS.

Q: How does the AMD Radeon RX 9060 compare to its nearest rival?

A: The RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014. Its closest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16129. This means the RX 9060 is 0.7% slower than the RTX 3060 Ti. It is 1% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 7700 and 2.1% faster than the AMD Radeon Pro W5500.

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

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. As resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, the average FPS drops significantly across all presets, indicating the GPU is struggling to render the increased pixel count. The CPU's performance, as measured by its benchmarks and the high frame rates at 1080p, shows it is not a bottleneck.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested systems?

A: This combo ranks 1584 out of 2913 tested combos for Outriders. This places it in the middle of the pack, which is a solid result. The combo's performance is slightly above average, reflecting the balanced nature of the CPU and GPU pairing.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, the Low preset achieves an average of 144 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves an average of 57 FPS. This is a 60% reduction in average frame rate from Low to Ultra, showing that the Ultra preset places a significantly heavier load on the GPU, which may not be worth the visual gains for all users.