Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a broad range of frame rates in Outriders, scaling from exceptionally high 1080p performance to a playable, though less comfortable, 4K experience. The data across the twelve measured configurations shows a system where the GPU becomes the primary constraint as resolution climbs, while the CPU's strength is evident in the lower-resolution uplift.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic resolution-scaling curve for this combination. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces an average of 272.9 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same Low preset, the average drops to 209.5 FPS, a reduction of 63.4 FPS. At 3840x2160, the average falls further to 111.8 FPS, which is a 161.1 FPS drop from the 1080p figure.

This pattern indicates that at 1080p, the CPU and GPU are working in a balanced state, but the frame rate ceiling is not being hit by the graphics card alone. The jump to 1440p shows a significant 23.2% decrease in FPS at Low settings, pointing to the GPU beginning to take on a heavier load. The 4K result at Low settings is still very high, but the scaling from 1440p to 4K (a 97.7 FPS drop) is more severe, confirming the RTX 4070's 12 GB memory and 192-bit bus are being stressed by the pixel count.

The scaling becomes more pronounced at higher quality presets. With the Ultra preset, the average FPS at 1080p is 129.4. This falls to 82.2 at 1440p, a 47.2 FPS decline. At 4K Ultra, the system manages just 41.5 FPS, a further 40.7 FPS drop. This steep decline at Ultra settings across resolutions suggests the GPU's computational resources are the limiting factor, as the jump from 1080p to 4K nearly triples the pixel workload while the CPU's load remains relatively constant. The data shows a system that is well-suited for high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming, but which requires settings adjustments to maintain a smooth experience at 4K.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the definitive performance boundary in this pairing for Outriders. Its specifications, including a base clock of 1920 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz, along with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth, are the determining factors for the upper limits of the frame rate. The benchmark results show that as the resolution and quality settings increase, the GPU's role becomes more critical.

The score of 26927 in the Passmark G3D benchmark places the RTX 4070 in the 81st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival in that benchmark is the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, which has an average score of 37507, a deltaPct of -0.6, meaning the RTX 4070 is essentially tied with that older card in this synthetic test. This is a noteworthy point; while the 4070 is a modern Ada Lovelace part with 5888 shading units, its raw compute score is comparable to a much older competitor.

In the game, this translates to the GPU being the bottleneck at 4K. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS of 41.5 is below the 60 FPS threshold for a smooth experience. Even at 4K High, the average of 62.8 FPS is just above that line. The GPU's 12 GB VRAM capacity is not explicitly tested in the FPS data, but the performance cliff between Medium (80.8 FPS) and Ultra (41.5 FPS) at 4K suggests that the combination of memory pressure and shader load is significant. The data shows that for Outriders, the RTX 4070 is a powerful 1080p and 1440p card, but its 4K capabilities are limited to lower presets.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 holds a rank of 241 out of 1693 tested combos for Outriders. This places it in the top 14.2% of all configurations tested for this game, indicating a strong overall performance level.

The CPU itself is a top-tier performer. Its average benchmark score is 37780, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks are the Intel Xeon 6353P with an average score of 37811 (a deltaPct of -0.1) and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 with a score of 37831 (also a deltaPct of -0.1). This shows the Ryzen 7 9800X3D is effectively at parity with these competitors in raw CPU benchmarks, with a negligible 0.1% difference.

However, the combo's rank of 241 is not higher due to the GPU's performance ceiling. While the CPU is in the 90th percentile, the RTX 4070 is only in the 81st percentile for all GPUs. The pairing of a top-tier CPU with a mid-high-tier GPU creates a system where the GPU is the limiting factor. The data suggests that while the CPU provides ample headroom, the overall combo ranking is pulled down by the RTX 4070's performance in this specific title. The 241st rank out of 1693 is still a very respectable result, but it is not a top-100 placement, which would require a more powerful GPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the system's performance at each resolution and settings preset.

At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. The Low preset averages 272.9 FPS, which is more than enough for any high-refresh-rate monitor. The Medium preset averages 239.4 FPS, and the High preset averages 182.2 FPS. Even the demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 129.4 FPS, ensuring a fluid experience at all settings. The difference between Low and Ultra is 143.5 FPS, showing the significant impact of quality settings on the frame rate at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but show a clear step down. The Low preset averages 209.5 FPS, which is still excellent. Medium averages 155.3 FPS, and High averages 117.4 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to an average of 82.2 FPS, which is still very playable on a 144Hz monitor. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 127.3 FPS, indicating that the GPU is becoming a more significant factor.

At 3840x2160, the system's limits are exposed. The Low preset averages 111.8 FPS, which is a solid 4K experience. Medium averages 80.8 FPS, and High drops to 62.8 FPS. The Ultra preset averages just 41.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for most gamers. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is a 70.3 FPS drop, demonstrating that the RTX 4070 cannot handle the most demanding settings at this resolution.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Outriders?*

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 272.9 at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: Can this system maintain a 60 FPS average at 4K with the High preset?

A: Yes, the measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with the High preset is 62.8, which is above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 9800X3D's benchmark score compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 37780. The Intel Xeon 6353P scores 37811 (a deltaPct of -0.1%) and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 scores 37831 (a deltaPct of -0.1%), showing the AMD chip is nearly identical in performance.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with the Ultra preset?

A: At 2560x1440 with the Ultra preset, the system achieves an average of 82.2 FPS.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank for this game?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is ranked 241 out of 1693 tested combos for Outriders.

Q: Which component is the primary performance limiter at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The data shows a steep drop to 41.5 FPS at 4K Ultra, indicating the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the limiting factor at this setting.

Settings Recommendations

The benchmark data provides a clear path for optimizing the experience in Outriders with this hardware.

For users with a 1080p or 1440p monitor, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice. At 1080p, the average FPS is 129.4, and at 1440p, it is 82.2. Both are well within the playable range, and the visual quality increase from High to Ultra is substantial. The system has ample headroom to run this preset without issue.

For 4K display users, a different approach is necessary. The High preset is the best option for a smooth experience, delivering an average of 62.8 FPS. This is just above the 60 FPS target and provides a good balance between visual fidelity and performance. The Medium preset offers a higher average of 80.8 FPS, which is a safer choice for maintaining a consistent frame rate, but it comes with a noticeable reduction in visual quality. The Ultra preset at 4K, with its 41.5 FPS average, is not recommended for a smooth experience.

The data suggests that the system is best utilized as a high-refresh-rate 1080p or 1440p machine, where it can run the game at maximum settings. For 4K, users should be prepared to dial settings down to High or Medium to achieve a playable frame rate. The 1440p High preset, at 117.4 FPS, also presents a compelling sweet spot for those who prefer higher frame rates over maximum visual detail.