Outriders

# Outriders with AMD Ryzen 5 8400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER pairing delivers a strong Outriders experience across all tested resolutions, with the CPU providing ample headroom and the GPU becoming the primary performance determinant at higher settings. The combo ranks 239th out of 1,693 tested configurations, placing it comfortably in the top 15% of all systems evaluated. Benchmark results show this setup is capable of high refresh rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K Ultra remains demanding at 47.8 FPS average.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Zen 4 (Phoenix) architecture using TSMC's 4 nm process node. Its base clock of 4.20 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz provide strong single-thread performance, which is critical for Outriders' game logic and physics calculations. The CPU's 16 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB L2 cache per core help maintain low latency for frequently accessed game data.

The CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 951 and multi-thread score of 6,165 show a balanced profile that handles both lightly-threaded game tasks and background processes effectively. Cinebench R23 results reinforce this, with a single-core score of 2,943 and multi-core score of 20,851. These synthetic benchmarks translate to Outriders performance where the CPU rarely becomes a bottleneck, especially at lower resolutions where frame rates exceed 200 FPS.

The processor's 65 W TDP and 4 nm process node make it an efficient choice, though the benchmark data shows it trails slightly behind some competitors. The nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, scores 25,057 in average benchmark score versus the 8400F's 25,064, a negligible 0% difference. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F scores 24,993, putting the 8400F 0.3% ahead. The 8400F also leads the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 by 0.1% (25,099 vs 25,064) and the AMD EPYC 9474F by 0.2% (25,103 vs 25,064). This places the CPU at the 82nd percentile among all tested processors.

In Outriders specifically, the 12 threads ensure smooth frame pacing even when multiple enemy AI entities and particle effects are active simultaneously. The CPU's PassMark multi-thread score of 24,530 and single-thread score of 3,684 indicate it can sustain high instruction throughput without stuttering, which is essential for maintaining consistent frame times in combat-heavy scenarios.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing, equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus providing 504.2 GB/s bandwidth. Its AD104 chip uses the Ada Lovelace architecture on TSMC's 5 nm process, with a base clock of 1980 MHz and boost clock of 2475 MHz. The GPU's 7,168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units deliver substantial pixel throughput, with the 198.0 GPixel/s pixel rate and 554.4 GTexel/s texture rate proving critical for Outriders' detailed environments.

The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 29,995 places it at the 84th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 42,576. The nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A6000, scores 42,653, just 0.2% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE scores 42,723, a 0.3% lead. However, the RTX 4070 SUPER outperforms both the AMD Radeon Pro 580X (41,991, 1.4% behind) and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 (41,897, 1.6% behind).

The 12 GB VRAM capacity proves sufficient for Outriders at all tested settings, though the 4K Ultra preset at 47.8 FPS average shows the GPU's limits when pushing maximum fidelity at high pixel counts. The memory clock of 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective) ensures data transfer keeps pace with the GPU's compute capabilities. The 224 tensor cores and 56 RT cores provide additional processing power for advanced rendering features, though Outriders' performance scaling is primarily driven by raw rasterization throughput.

FAQ

Q: How does this CPU compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F scores 25,064 in average benchmark score, which is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F (24,993) and identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (25,057, 0% delta). It also leads the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 by 0.1% and the AMD EPYC 9474F by 0.2%.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking and how does it compare to the RTX A6000?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER sits at the 84th percentile among all GPUs. It scores 42,576 in average benchmark score, placing it 0.2% behind the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (42,653) but 1.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 580X (41,991).

Q: What FPS can be expected at 1440p with High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the combo achieves 130.3 FPS average. This represents a substantial performance buffer for high refresh rate monitors, with Medium settings reaching 170.2 FPS and Low settings hitting 195.5 FPS.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this combination?

A: 4K gaming is playable but requires setting adjustments. At 3840x2160, High settings deliver 69.3 FPS, Medium achieves 91.7 FPS, and Low reaches 125.8 FPS. However, Ultra settings drop to 47.8 FPS, which may be below the target for smooth gameplay on high refresh displays.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested systems for Outriders?

A: The combination ranks 239th out of 1,693 tested combos, placing it in the top 14.1% of all configurations. This indicates the system is well above average for this game's performance demands.

Q: What is the CPU's multi-threaded performance relative to single-threaded?

A: The CPU scores 6,165 in 3DMark max threads versus 951 in single-thread, showing strong scaling across cores. Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,851 versus single-core of 2,943 confirms the 12 threads provide significant throughput for multi-threaded workloads.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional frame rates across all settings. Low settings reach 227.2 FPS, Medium achieves 204 FPS, and High hits 182.3 FPS. Even Ultra settings maintain 149.7 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay on any monitor. The progression from Ultra to Low shows a 77.5 FPS spread, indicating the GPU has ample headroom at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows the expected scaling. Low settings produce 195.5 FPS, Medium reaches 170.2 FPS, and High delivers 130.3 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 94.6 FPS, still comfortably above 60 FPS for demanding gameplay. The 100.9 FPS difference between Low and Ultra demonstrates the significant impact of quality presets at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the limiting factor. Low settings achieve 125.8 FPS, Medium reaches 91.7 FPS, and High delivers 69.3 FPS. Ultra settings fall to 47.8 FPS, below the 60 FPS threshold many players consider the minimum for smooth action. The 78 FPS gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is the largest across all resolutions, highlighting the GPU's workload at higher pixel counts.

The data reveals consistent scaling patterns: 1080p Ultra at 149.7 FPS is nearly identical to 1440p High at 130.3 FPS and 4K Medium at 91.7 FPS. This tiered relationship suggests the GPU handles resolution increases predictably, with each step up in resolution requiring roughly a 30-40% reduction in quality settings to maintain similar frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 239th out of 1,693 tested configurations, placing it in the top 14.1% of all systems evaluated for Outriders. This position reflects well-balanced hardware that delivers strong performance without excessive compromise at any setting or resolution.

The ranking is particularly impressive given the CPU's modest 82nd percentile performance standing. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F's synthetic scores cluster tightly with its nearest rivals, showing less than 0.3% variation from the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340, AMD EPYC 9474F, and AMD Ryzen 5 7500F. This indicates the CPU provides consistent, predictable performance that doesn't bottleneck the GPU.

The GPU's 84th percentile ranking is more influential in determining overall game performance. The RTX 4070 SUPER's average benchmark score of 42,576 places it just 0.2% behind the RTX A6000, demonstrating its competitive position. The 1.4% lead over the AMD Radeon Pro 580X and 1.6% lead over the Tesla M40 further solidify its standing.

The 239th rank out of 1,693 combos means 1,454 tested configurations performed worse, while 238 performed better. This places the system in strong company, with only high-end enthusiast builds exceeding its Outriders performance. The gap between this combo and the top-tier systems likely stems from GPU limitations at 4K Ultra settings, where the 47.8 FPS result is the weakest metric in the dataset.

At 1080p and 1440p, the combo demonstrates excellent performance that rivals more expensive configurations. The 227.2 FPS at 1080p Low and 195.5 FPS at 1440p Low showcase the GPU's raw throughput, while the 149.7 FPS at 1080p Ultra indicates it can handle maximum quality without significant compromise. These results justify the combo's high ranking, as it delivers smooth, responsive gameplay across the vast majority of settings and resolutions tested.