Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 pairing delivers a strong Outriders experience, with the data showing this combination ranks 149th out of 1693 tested configurations. This places it firmly in the top 9% of all tested combos, indicating a well-balanced setup that handles the looter shooter's demands effectively. The measured results reveal a system capable of high refresh rate play at 1440p and solid 4K performance, though the settings you choose will heavily dictate the final experience.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 125.9. This is a strong result for a demanding resolution and suggests the combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors.

Q: How does this combo rank among other tested systems for Outriders?

A: The data places this specific combination at rank 149 out of 1693 tested combos. This puts it in the top percentile of all pairings, indicating it is a high-performing setup for this title.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS scales dramatically between settings, hitting 274.3 on Low. This high frame rate, combined with the CPU's strong 3DMark max-thread score of 10067, suggests the system is well-balanced, but the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution increases.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the average FPS drops from 119.6 on Low settings to 48.3 on Ultra settings. This is a substantial 71.3 FPS difference, highlighting the significant GPU load increase that Ultra presets place on the RTX 5070 at 4K.

Q: What are the key specifications of the RTX 5070 in this system?

A: The GPU features 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, with a boost clock of 2512 MHz. It has 6144 shading units and a memory bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s, which are the specifications relevant to its Outriders performance.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 9800X3D's multi-threaded performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score of 37780 is 0.1% lower than the Intel Xeon 6353P and Intel Core Ultra 5 225, and 0.6-0.7% lower than the Intel Core i9-13900HK and i5-13600KF. This indicates the 9800X3D's multi-threaded performance is essentially on par with these competing processors.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is the primary driver of visual fidelity in Outriders, and its specifications directly explain the measured frame rates. The GPU's 12 GB of GDDR7 memory and 672.0 GB/s of bandwidth provide ample headroom for the game's textures and assets at high resolutions. The boost clock of 2512 MHz, combined with 6144 shading units and 192 texture mapping units, allows for rapid processing of the game's particle effects and environmental detail.

The data shows a clear relationship between GPU load and performance. At 1080p, the GPU is not the sole limiting factor, as evidenced by the high frame rates across all settings. However, as the resolution increases to 1440p and then 4K, the GPU's workload becomes more intensive. The 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores contribute to the RTX 5070's ability to handle the game's lighting and upscaling technologies, though their specific impact isn't isolated in these measurements. The transition from 1440p to 4K at High settings shows an average FPS drop from 125.9 to 65.1, a clear indicator of the GPU being pushed closer to its limits. The percentile ranking of 83 for the GPU versus all other GPUs confirms it is a high-end part, and the measured Outriders performance is consistent with that standing.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals how the system's performance scales across the three primary resolutions. The most significant observation is that the RTX 5070 becomes the bottleneck as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 274.3 FPS, but this drops to 226.4 FPS at 1440p and 119.6 FPS at 4K. This scaling pattern is typical for a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions.

The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across settings, with an average reduction of roughly 15-18%. However, the jump from 1440p to 4K is much more punishing. At High settings, the frame rate falls from 125.9 to 65.1, a 48% reduction. At Ultra settings, the drop from 87.5 to 48.3 FPS represents a 45% reduction. This steeper decline at 4K is due to the exponential increase in pixel count, which places a massive load on the GPU's pixel rate of 201.0 GPixel/s. The data suggests that for 4K gaming, the RTX 5070 is better suited for Medium or High presets, as Ultra pushes the average below the 60 FPS threshold. At 1440p, however, the system has more headroom, with even Ultra settings maintaining an average above 87 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Benchmark results indicate that the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p, the data shows that Ultra settings still produce an average of 145.5 FPS, making it the best choice for users with high-refresh-rate monitors who want maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. The jump from Medium to Ultra at 1080p costs roughly 96 FPS on average, but the visual fidelity increase is significant for a looter shooter where detail matters.

At 1440p, High settings at 125.9 FPS present the best balance of visual quality and performance for most users. This setting provides a smooth experience on 120Hz+ monitors while maintaining high graphical fidelity. Medium settings at 164.5 FPS are an option for those prioritizing frame rate above all else, but the visual compromise is noticeable. Ultra at 87.5 FPS is playable but leaves less headroom for demanding scenes.

For 4K, the recommendation is clear: use Medium settings. The 89.5 FPS average at Medium is far more playable than the 48.3 FPS at Ultra, which dips below the standard 60 FPS target. High settings at 65.1 FPS are also viable for a cinematic, 60Hz experience. Low settings are only recommended for competitive play where maximum frame rate is the sole priority, as the 119.6 FPS at 4K Low shows the GPU's raw power but sacrifices too much visual detail for a game of this genre.

How This Combo Ranks

The data places this AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination at rank 149 out of 1693 total tested combos for Outriders. This top-9% placement indicates a very high-performing system for this specific game. The CPU's average benchmark score of 37780 places it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU's average score of 41687 places it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs.

The CPU's nearest rivals show a tightly contested field. The Intel Xeon 6353P and Intel Core Ultra 5 225 have average scores of 37811 and 37831, respectively, which are only 0.1% higher than the 9800X3D. The Intel Core i9-13900HK and Intel Core i5-13600KF are 0.6-0.7% behind. This indicates that the 9800X3D's multi-threaded performance is competitive with these parts, though its 3D V-Cache likely provides additional gaming-specific benefits not captured in these average scores. The GPU's rival comparison is more varied, with the RTX 5070 scoring 0.2% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro 5300, 0.6% higher than the RTX 3090, and 0.5-0.7% lower than the Tesla M40 and Radeon Pro 580X. This shows the RTX 5070 sits in a strong position relative to previous-generation high-end cards.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system shows its full potential. Low settings produce an average of 274.3 FPS, representing the absolute ceiling for this combo. Medium settings still deliver a very high 241.3 FPS, while High settings achieve 197 FPS. Ultra settings, while the most demanding, still maintain an average of 145.5 FPS, demonstrating that 1080p is well within the GPU's comfortable range.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected decline. Low settings drop to 226.4 FPS, a decrease from 1080p but still exceptionally high. Medium settings average 164.5 FPS, and High settings produce 125.9 FPS, which remains excellent for 1440p gaming. Ultra settings at this resolution yield 87.5 FPS, a significant drop from 1080p but still above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is heavily taxed. Low settings produce 119.6 FPS, which is a playable and smooth experience. Medium settings average 89.5 FPS, offering a good balance. High settings dip to 65.1 FPS, which is playable on a 60Hz display but not ideal for high-refresh monitors. Ultra settings drop to 48.3 FPS, which is below the standard 60 FPS target and indicates this preset is too demanding for the RTX 5070 at 4K without additional upscaling technologies.