Outriders

# Outriders with AMD Ryzen 7 5700G + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 produces a combination that ranks 1812th out of 2913 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This pairing combines an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 3 processor with a Blackwell 2.0 GPU, and the measured frame rates show a system that can handle 1080p gaming comfortably but struggles at 4K with higher presets. The data reveals a clear pattern: at 1920x1080, the system delivers playable-to-excellent performance across all settings, while 3840x2160 pushes the RTX 5050 beyond its comfortable operating range.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is built on the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process. It contains 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The processor's TDP is 65 watts, and it runs on the AMD Socket AM4 platform with DDR4 memory support through a dual-channel interface, delivering 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The chip includes 16 MB of L3 cache, with 512 KB of L2 and 64 KB of L1 cache per core.

In Outriders, the CPU's contribution to overall performance is evident from the benchmark data, though the game's demands appear to scale more heavily with GPU load at higher resolutions. The CPU's benchmark scores place it at the 79th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27051. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K, scores 27097, putting the 5700G just 0.2% behind. At 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches 203 FPS, indicating that the CPU can feed the GPU adequately at lower resolutions where draw calls and game logic dominate. The multicore performance, measured at 12830.5 in Cinebench R23 multicore, suggests sufficient thread capacity for Outriders' engine, which typically utilizes multiple cores for physics, AI, and streaming.

The 5700G's single-thread performance, scoring 1494 in Cinebench R23 single-core, is adequate for the game's primary game thread. The Passmark single-thread score of 3283 further confirms this. At 1440p and 4K, the CPU headroom increases because the GPU becomes the limiting factor, as evidenced by the larger frame rate drops when resolution increases. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6629 and 8-thread score of 5648 show that scaling from 8 to 16 threads yields only a modest gain, suggesting that Outriders benefits from the 5700G's 8 physical cores but does not fully utilize all 16 threads.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is a desktop GPU from the GeForce 50-series, based on the GB207 chip with the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process. It features 2560 shading units, 80 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output pipelines, along with 20 RT cores and 80 tensor cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2317 MHz with a boost clock of 2572 MHz, and its memory runs at 2500 MHz, providing 20 Gbps effective speed. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory sits on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s.

The GPU's benchmark performance places it at the 66th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21035. Its closest rival in the database is the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, which scores 21153, placing the RTX 5050 just 0.6% behind. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 17326 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2502 provide context for its raw rendering capabilities. In Outriders, the RTX 5050's 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p at all tested settings, but the 4K Ultra preset, which averages 28 FPS, suggests that both VRAM capacity and compute throughput become strained at that resolution.

The GPU's pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s and texture rate of 205.8 GTexel/s indicate a design aimed at 1080p and 1440p gaming rather than 4K. The FP32 performance of 13.17 TFLOPS positions this card as a mid-range option. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the RTX 5050 achieves 203 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it drops to 28 FPS, a 86% reduction. This dramatic scaling highlights that the GPU's 8 GB memory buffer and 128-bit bus are primary constraints at higher resolutions, particularly with Ultra settings that increase texture and shader complexity.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 119 at 1080p to 75 at 1440p (a 37% reduction) and then to 39 at 4K (a 48% reduction from 1440p). This scaling indicates that the GPU is the limiting component, as the CPU has sufficient headroom to handle the increased pixel workload without becoming a bottleneck.

At Low settings, the system achieves 203 FPS at 1080p, 137 FPS at 1440p, and 72 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 32% from 1080p to 1440p and 47% from 1440p to 4K. These reductions are slightly less severe than at High settings, which suggests that even at Low settings, the GPU remains the primary constraint. The Medium settings show a similar trend: 158 FPS at 1080p, 100 FPS at 1440p, and 52 FPS at 4K. The 4K Medium result of 52 FPS is notable because it is the only 4K preset that exceeds 60 FPS, though it barely does so.

The Ultra preset demonstrates the most extreme scaling, with 86 FPS at 1080p, 54 FPS at 1440p, and 28 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is below playable thresholds for most users, and even the 1440p Ultra result of 54 FPS falls short of a smooth 60 FPS target. The data strongly indicates that at 4K, the RTX 5050's 8 GB VRAM and limited memory bandwidth (320.0 GB/s) become significant bottlenecks, particularly with higher presets that demand more texture memory and shader complexity. At 1080p, the system shows balanced performance, with even Ultra settings exceeding 60 FPS, making this resolution the sweet spot for this combination.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks 1812th out of 2913 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all tested configurations. This ranking reflects a system that is positioned in the mid-to-lower tier of the database, which is consistent with the individual component percentiles: the CPU at 79th percentile and GPU at 66th percentile. The combo's ranking suggests that while each component is mid-range individually, their combination does not boost the overall gaming experience beyond what each part contributes independently.

In comparison to other combos in the database, this pairing sits below many configurations that pair higher-end CPUs with the same GPU or the same CPU with faster GPUs. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i9-9900K, which scores 27097 (0.2% higher), would likely produce similar frame rates in Outriders when paired with the RTX 5050, since the GPU is the limiting factor at most resolutions. The GPU's nearest rivals, including the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT with a score of 20713 (1.6% lower), would likely perform comparably in this game.

The rank of 1812 out of 2913 indicates that this combo outperforms roughly 38% of tested configurations in Outriders. This is a modest result, reflecting the GPU's mid-range positioning. The 1080p performance, where the combo delivers 203 FPS at Low and 158 FPS at Medium, places it in a competitive range for esports-style play, though the 4K Ultra result of 28 FPS is among the lower scores in the database. The data suggests that users seeking higher rankings would benefit from a more powerful GPU, while those satisfied with 1080p gaming will find this combo reasonably positioned.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combination depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 119 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, and the Ultra preset achieves 86 FPS, also playable. For users prioritizing visual quality at 1080p, the Ultra preset at 86 FPS provides the best balance of fidelity and performance, as it remains comfortably above 60 FPS while offering the highest quality settings.

At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 75 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset at 100 FPS offers a smoother experience, though with reduced visual quality. For users with 1440p displays, the Medium preset at 100 FPS represents the best experience, as it provides a significant frame rate advantage over High (75 FPS) while maintaining reasonable visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 54 FPS is borderline, and the Low preset at 137 FPS is excessive for most displays, so Medium is the recommended choice.

At 3840x2160, the only playable option is the Low preset, which averages 72 FPS. The Medium preset at 52 FPS is marginally below the 60 FPS threshold, and the High preset at 39 FPS and Ultra preset at 28 FPS are not recommended for a smooth experience. For 4K gaming, the Low preset at 72 FPS is the only viable choice, though users may prefer to reduce resolution to 1440p with higher settings for a better overall experience. The data indicates that this combo is best utilized at 1080p with Ultra settings or 1440p with Medium settings, as these configurations provide the best balance of visual quality and performance.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 with Ultra settings delivers 86 FPS, which is the best balance of quality and performance. At 1440p, Medium settings at 100 FPS is also viable, while 4K is limited to Low settings at 72 FPS.

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

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which achieves 72 FPS. Medium settings at 4K drop to 52 FPS, and High and Ultra produce 39 FPS and 28 FPS respectively, which are below playable thresholds.

Q: How does the RTX 5050 compare to its nearest GPU rival in this game?

A: The RTX 5050 has an average benchmark score of 21035, while its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, scores 21153, placing the RTX 5050 0.6% behind. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT scores 20713, which is 1.6% lower.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700G a bottleneck for the RTX 5050 in Outriders?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 203 FPS, suggesting the CPU can feed the GPU adequately. The CPU's 79th percentile ranking and 8-core/16-thread configuration provide sufficient performance.

Q: What settings should I use for a 1440p monitor?

A: The Medium preset at 1440p delivers 100 FPS, which is the recommended choice. High settings at 75 FPS are also playable, but Medium provides a smoother experience with a 33% frame rate improvement.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 5050 have and is it enough?

A: The RTX 5050 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 320.0 GB/s bandwidth. This is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p at all settings, but at 4K with higher presets, the VRAM capacity becomes a limiting factor, as shown by the significant frame rate drops.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its strongest performance across all settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 203 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 158 FPS with minimum and maximum values of 135 and 182 FPS respectively. The High preset averages 119 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 86 FPS. These results show a clear progression, with each increase in preset level reducing frame rate by approximately 25-30%.

At 2560x1440, performance drops noticeably. The Low preset averages 137 FPS, the Medium preset averages 100 FPS with a range of 85 to 115 FPS, and the High preset averages 75 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows reductions of 32% at Low, 37% at Medium, 37% at High, and 37% at Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles with higher presets. The Low preset averages 72 FPS, which is playable, while the Medium preset averages 52 FPS with a range of 44 to 60 FPS. The High preset averages 39 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 28 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows reductions of 47% at Low, 48% at Medium, 48% at High, and 48% at Ultra, indicating consistent GPU limitations at this resolution. The 4K Medium result of 52 FPS is the only 4K preset that comes close to 60 FPS, but it falls short, making 4K gaming viable only at Low settings.