Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 delivers a playable but resolution-sensitive experience in Outriders. The data indicates a system where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution increases, while the CPU provides ample headroom at lower settings. This combination ranks near the bottom quartile of tested configurations, placing it at rank 2881 out of 3710 combos, which contextualizes its performance as entry-level for this title.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 103 FPS at 1080p to 65 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 34 FPS at 4K. This represents a 67% reduction in performance when moving from the lowest to the highest resolution tested. The scaling is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario, where the RTX 2060's rendering workload increases proportionally with pixel count.

At Low settings, the scaling is even more dramatic. The system achieves 189 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 119 FPS at 1440p and 62 FPS at 4K. The fact that Low settings at 4K still manage to exceed 60 FPS suggests the GPU retains enough raw throughput for less demanding visual configurations, but the 67% drop from 1080p to 4K mirrors the High settings pattern almost exactly. This consistency indicates the resolution scaling is largely independent of the specific quality preset.

Medium settings provide the only datapoints with minimum and maximum FPS values, offering insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the system averages 137 FPS with a minimum of 117 FPS and maximum of 158 FPS, showing a tight 41 FPS spread. At 1440p Medium, the average falls to 87 FPS with a 74-99 FPS range, maintaining a similar 25 FPS spread. The 4K Medium result shows 45 FPS average with a 38-52 FPS range, indicating that frame pacing remains relatively stable even as the GPU approaches its limits.

Ultra settings represent the most demanding configuration, and the results show the RTX 2060 struggling at higher resolutions. At 1080p Ultra, the system produces 74 FPS, which is still playable but represents a 61% drop from Low settings at the same resolution. At 1440p Ultra, the average falls to 47 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it drops to 24 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset at 4K essentially halves the performance of High settings at the same resolution, highlighting the significant cost of the highest quality options.

The limiting component in this configuration is clearly the GPU. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, shows no signs of bottlenecking even at 1080p Low where the system produces 189 FPS. The fact that performance scales almost linearly with pixel count across all settings confirms that the RTX 2060's rendering capabilities are the constraining factor, particularly at 1440p and above where the GPU must process significantly more fragments.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 features 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming but becomes a limiting factor at 4K, where the higher resolution demands more memory capacity and bandwidth. The GPU's 1920 shading units and 48 ROPs, coupled with a base clock of 1365 MHz and boost clock of 1680 MHz, deliver 6.451 TFLOPS of FP32 performance.

In Outriders, the GPU's role is evident in the measured frame rates. At 1080p, the RTX 2060 provides smooth performance across all settings, with even Ultra settings maintaining 74 FPS. The 6 GB VRAM is sufficient for this resolution, as the game's textures and effects fit comfortably within the memory allocation. At 1440p, the GPU begins to show strain, with Ultra settings falling to 47 FPS, suggesting that the additional pixel workload combined with higher memory pressure impacts performance.

The 4K results reveal the GPU's limitations most clearly. At 4K High, the system achieves only 34 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it drops to 24 FPS. These numbers indicate that the RTX 2060 is not designed for 4K gaming in demanding titles like Outriders. The memory bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s becomes a bottleneck at this resolution, as the GPU must access more texture data per frame. The 12 nm TU106 chip, with its 10,800 million transistors, produces 201.6 GTexel/s of texture fill rate, which is insufficient for sustained 4K performance.

The GPU's benchmark scores provide additional context. Its passmark G3D score of 14111 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1242 place it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs, indicating it is a mid-range performer. The nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 with an average score of 15283 (0% delta), and the AMD Radeon 680M with 15270 (0.1% delta), showing the RTX 2060 sits in a competitive but not dominant position. The GPU's 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores suggest it has hardware support for ray tracing and DLSS, though Outriders' measured performance does not specifically account for these features.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 ranks 2881 out of 3710 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the bottom 22% of configurations. This rank reflects the overall gaming performance of the pair, which is constrained primarily by the GPU at higher resolutions. The CPU's strong multi-threaded capabilities, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655, do not fully compensate for the GPU's mid-range positioning.

This ranking suggests that most other tested combinations deliver better frame rates in Outriders, likely due to more powerful GPUs. The combo's performance is consistent with its individual component benchmarks: the CPU ranks in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 58th percentile. The gap between these percentiles indicates the GPU is the weaker link in this pairing, and the combo's overall rank reflects this imbalance.

The data shows that this combo is better suited for 1080p gaming, where it can achieve high frame rates across all settings. At 1440p, it remains playable at Medium and High settings, but Ultra becomes marginal. The 4K performance is largely unsatisfactory, with only Low settings exceeding 60 FPS. This positioning means users with this combo should target 1080p for the best experience, or 1440p with reduced quality settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates strong performance across all settings. Low settings deliver an average of 189 FPS, providing an exceptionally smooth experience. Medium settings produce 137 FPS with a minimum of 117 FPS and maximum of 158 FPS, maintaining consistent frame pacing. High settings achieve 103 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Ultra settings drop to 74 FPS, which remains playable but shows the performance cost of maximum quality.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings deliver 119 FPS, a 37% reduction from 1080p. Medium settings produce 87 FPS with a 74-99 FPS range, maintaining good consistency. High settings achieve 65 FPS, which is borderline for high refresh rate displays but acceptable for standard 60 Hz monitors. Ultra settings fall to 47 FPS, which is below the ideal threshold and indicates the GPU is struggling with the higher resolution and quality settings.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes marginal. Low settings deliver 62 FPS, just barely exceeding the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings produce 45 FPS with a 38-52 FPS range, showing some frame time variance. High settings drop to 34 FPS, which is below smooth gameplay standards. Ultra settings fall to 24 FPS, making the game essentially unplayable at this configuration. The progression from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a 61% performance drop, highlighting the significant cost of quality settings at this resolution.

The overall pattern shows that the combo performs best at 1080p, where it can handle all settings with playable frame rates. At 1440p, users must choose between High settings at 65 FPS or Medium settings at 87 FPS, with Ultra being less viable. At 4K, only Low settings approach playable frame rates, and even then, the 62 FPS average provides limited headroom for demanding scenes.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, built on TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates at a base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU features 16 MB of L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. These specifications provide substantial processing power for gaming workloads.

In Outriders, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls, physics calculations, and game logic. The 8 cores and 16 threads ensure that even heavily threaded scenarios do not bottleneck the system. The CPU's benchmark scores support this: its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 and Geekbench multicore score of 9959 indicate strong multi-threaded performance. The single-thread performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2916 and Geekbench single-core score of 1907.

The measured FPS data confirms that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this combo. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 189 FPS, which is a high frame rate that would require significant CPU throughput to maintain. The fact that performance scales consistently with resolution changes, rather than showing CPU-related stalls, indicates the CPU has ample headroom. The CPU's 78th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25517, places it well above the GPU's 58th percentile ranking.

The nearest CPU rivals include the Intel Xeon D-2752TER with an average score of 25530 (-0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U with 25485 (0.1% delta), showing the Ryzen 7 5700 sits in a competitive position. Its 3DMark single-thread score of 901 and multi-thread score of 6628 further demonstrate balanced performance. In Outriders, this CPU provides sufficient processing power to ensure the GPU is the primary determinant of frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions where the GPU workload dominates.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Outriders with this combo?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the optimal resolution, with the system achieving 103 FPS at High settings and 189 FPS at Low settings. At 1440p, High settings produce 65 FPS, while 4K High drops to 34 FPS.

Q: Can this combo handle Ultra settings in Outriders?

A: Ultra settings are playable only at 1080p, where the system achieves 74 FPS. At 1440p, Ultra drops to 47 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to 24 FPS, which is below acceptable gameplay standards.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this system?

A: The GPU is the clear bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads provide ample processing power, as evidenced by the system reaching 189 FPS at 1080p Low without CPU-related limitations.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 2881 out of 3710 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the bottom 22%. The GPU's 58th percentile ranking, compared to the CPU's 78th percentile, explains this lower overall position.

Q: What are the minimum frame rates at Medium settings?

A: At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 117 with an average of 137. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 74 with an average of 87. At 4K Medium, the minimum is 38 with an average of 45.

Q: Is the 6 GB VRAM sufficient for this game?

A: The 6 GB GDDR6 memory is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, where performance remains playable. At 4K, the memory capacity and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth become limiting, contributing to the low frame rates of 34 FPS High and 24 FPS Ultra.