Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a surprisingly versatile experience in Outriders, with benchmark results showing a clear shift in bottleneck behavior as resolution and settings change. The data reveals a combo that can chase high refresh rates at 1080p but transitions into a more demanding, GPU-limited role at 4K, making the choice of graphics preset critical to the final experience.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall performance rank of the Ryzen 7 5700 + RTX 2070 SUPER combo in Outriders?*

A: According to the measured data, this combination ranks 2154 out of 3710 tested combos in the game. This places it in the middle of the pack, indicating that while it is not a top-tier setup, it sits ahead of a significant portion of the tested configurations.

Q: How much faster is the RTX 2070 SUPER compared to its closest rival, the Intel Arc A750?

A: In terms of average benchmark score, the RTX 2070 SUPER (with a score of 20282) is 1.5% ahead of the Intel Arc A750 (which has an average score of 20582). The deltaPct value of -1.5 indicates the Arc A750 is actually slightly behind, making the RTX 2070 SUPER the faster card of the two.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Ryzen 7 5700 and the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 25517, which is 0.3% higher than the Ryzen 7 5825U's score of 25446. This makes the desktop 5700 marginally faster in synthetic tests, a difference that is unlikely to be noticeable in real-world gaming.

Q: What is the maximum average frame rate achievable at 1080p with this combo?

A: The highest average FPS recorded at 1920x1080 is 203 FPS, achieved with the Low settings preset. This shows the CPU and GPU have significant headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors when graphical demands are lowered.

Q: What is the minimum average frame rate recorded at 4K with this combo?

A: The lowest average FPS recorded at 3840x2160 is 30 FPS, which occurs with the Ultra settings preset. This indicates that the highest visual quality at 4K is not playable for a smooth experience, as the frame rate drops to a level that is generally considered the bare minimum for acceptable performance.

Q: Does the CPU benchmark data suggest it could be a bottleneck for high-FPS gaming?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 shows strong multi-threaded performance with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 and a 3DMark 16-thread score of 6628. However, its 3DMark 2-thread score of 1762 is relatively modest, suggesting that while it can handle many tasks, games that are highly dependent on single or dual-core performance might see limitations, especially at lower resolutions where frame rates are very high.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the primary driver of visual fidelity in this combo, and its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides a 448.0 GB/s bandwidth. This memory configuration is a key factor in how the card handles the high-resolution textures and effects in Outriders. The data shows the GPU's performance is heavily influenced by the workload, with its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1651 and Passmark G3D score of 18169 providing a baseline for its DirectX 12 capabilities.

The card's clock speeds, with a base of 1605 MHz and a boost of 1770 MHz, are standard for its class. The boost clock is what the GPU will typically maintain under load, and the benchmark results reflect this. For instance, at 1440p with High settings, the combo achieves 78 FPS, which suggests the GPU is managing the rendering load effectively. However, the jump to 4K Ultra reveals its limits. The card's FP32 performance of 9.062 TFLOPS is substantial, but the 4K Ultra preset's demand for pixel throughput exceeds what the RTX 2070 SUPER can deliver, resulting in a 30 FPS average. This is a clear case of the GPU being the limiting factor.

The RTX 2070 SUPER's performance relative to its rivals is also telling. It is 1.2% slower than the GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and 1.3% slower than the Intel Arc B570 in average benchmark scores. This places it in a competitive tier where small percentage differences in synthetic tests translate to similar real-world frame rates. The data suggests that in Outriders, the GPU's role is to provide a solid foundation for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K with maximum settings, where its 8 GB VRAM and raw compute power become insufficient.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2154 out of 3710 tested combinations places it in the 58th percentile of all tested systems in Outriders. This is a mid-table result, indicating that while it is not a top performer, it is also far from the bottom. The data suggests that this system outperforms a majority of the tested combos, which is a positive sign for its overall capabilities. The rank is a holistic measure that takes into account both the CPU and GPU, and it reflects a balanced pairing where neither component is dramatically holding the other back in a way that would cause a much lower ranking.

However, the rank must be considered alongside the individual component benchmarks. The CPU's percentile of 78 (vs all CPUs) is notably higher than the GPU's percentile of 65 (vs all GPUs). This suggests that the processor is a stronger relative performer than the graphics card. In the context of Outriders, this means that the GPU is likely the primary constraint on performance, especially at higher resolutions and settings. The data implies that upgrading the GPU would yield a more significant performance boost than upgrading the CPU, as the RTX 2070 SUPER is closer to the lower end of its performance tier than the Ryzen 7 5700 is to its own.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates show a clear and predictable pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo is highly capable, starting with a 203 FPS average on Low settings. This jumps down to 166 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 141 FPS and maximum of 191 FPS), 124 FPS on High, and finally 90 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show that at 1080p, the system can easily drive high-refresh-rate monitors, and even the most demanding Ultra preset remains comfortably above 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. The Low preset delivers a 144 FPS average, which is still excellent for competitive play. The Medium preset shows a 105 FPS average with a minimum of 89 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS, providing a smooth experience. High settings bring the average down to 78 FPS, and Ultra drops it further to 57 FPS. This shows that 1440p Ultra is playable but will not fully utilize a 144Hz monitor, while High and Medium settings are more suitable for a high-refresh experience.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to struggle. The Low preset is the only one that provides a consistently playable experience, with a 75 FPS average. The Medium preset yields a 55 FPS average with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 63 FPS, which is on the edge of playability. High settings drop the average to 41 FPS, and the Ultra preset brings it down to 30 FPS. The data shows that 4K gaming with this combo requires significant compromises in graphical fidelity to maintain a smooth frame rate, and the Ultra preset is simply not viable for a good experience.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and reveals the system's bottleneck. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 203 at 1080p, to 144 at 1440p, and then to 75 at 4K. This represents a 63% drop in performance from 1080p to 4K. At Ultra settings, the drop is even more severe, with FPS falling from 90 at 1080p, to 57 at 1440p, and to 30 at 4K, a 67% reduction. This steep decline is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions.

The pattern is consistent across all settings, but the severity of the drop is telling. The fact that the 4K Low average of 75 FPS is lower than the 1080p Ultra average of 90 FPS but higher than the 1440p Ultra average of 57 FPS shows that resolution has a greater impact on performance than settings. This strongly suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER's pixel throughput and memory bandwidth are the limiting factors. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is likely not the primary constraint in these higher resolution scenarios, as the workload shifts heavily onto the GPU. The data implies that the system is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, the GPU's limitations become the primary barrier to high frame rates.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its 16 MB of L3 cache and 7 nm process node contribute to its strong synthetic performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 and Geekbench multicore score of 9959. This level of multi-threaded performance is more than sufficient for modern games like Outriders, which can utilize multiple cores.

However, the CPU's role in this specific game is nuanced. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 203 FPS, a frame rate that is often where CPU limitations begin to appear. The 3DMark 2-thread score of 1762 is not exceptionally high, and this could be a factor in preventing even higher frame rates in less demanding scenes. The Passmark single-thread score of 3296 is decent, but the game's engine may not be perfectly optimized for the CPU's architecture. The fact that the CPU's performance percentile (78) is higher than the GPU's (65) suggests that the processor is not the primary bottleneck in most scenarios.

The data indicates that the CPU provides a strong foundation for the GPU to work with. In Outriders, it is likely powerful enough to feed the RTX 2070 SUPER at 1080p and 1440p, allowing the GPU to be the limiting factor. At 4K, the CPU's role diminishes further, as the GPU is clearly overwhelmed. The Ryzen 7 5700's performance, with a Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1224, is sufficient for the game's logic and physics, but it does not appear to be the component that determines the final frame rate in most measured scenarios.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset at 90 FPS is the best choice for visual fidelity while maintaining a smooth experience on a 60Hz or even a 144Hz monitor. For players with a 144Hz or higher refresh rate, the Medium preset at 166 FPS provides an excellent balance of visual quality and speed, but the High preset at 124 FPS is also a very strong option that offers better image quality.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the clear recommendation, offering a 105 FPS average that is smooth and responsive. The High preset at 78 FPS is also acceptable if visual quality is prioritized over maximum frame rate. The Ultra preset at 57 FPS is not recommended for fast-paced action, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold that is commonly considered ideal for a smooth experience.

For 3840x2160, the Low preset at 75 FPS is the only setting that provides a consistently playable experience. The Medium preset at 55 FPS is playable but may feel slightly less smooth, and the High and Ultra presets should be avoided due to their low frame rates. The data suggests that the best experience at 4K is achieved by sacrificing visual quality for frame rate, and the Low preset is the only viable option for a responsive game. For a more balanced experience overall, the Medium preset at 1440p provides the best compromise between visual quality and performance, delivering a frame rate that is high enough for a smooth and immersive experience.