Outriders

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 pairing in Outriders delivers a compelling dataset that highlights the distinct roles of the CPU and GPU at different resolutions and settings. The 8-core, 16-thread processor with a 4.70 GHz base and 5.60 GHz boost clock sits in the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, and its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the Intel Core i9-14900 (0.5% higher average score) and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 (0.7% lower). For the GPU, the RTX 4080's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 2205 MHz base / 2505 MHz boost clocks place it in the 86th percentile, with a near-tie against the RTX 4080 SUPER (0.1% delta). The measured FPS rows show a consistent pattern: at 4K, the GPU dominates the workload, while at 1080p, the CPU's capabilities become the limiting factor.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Ryzen 7 9850X3D's core configuration—8 physical cores and 16 threads—is the foundation for its performance in Outriders. With a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, the processor is designed for high-frequency workloads. The data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 292 FPS, which is the highest measured average across all tested configurations. This suggests that the CPU is able to feed the GPU efficiently at lower resolutions, where the graphics card is not the bottleneck. The CPU's 96 MB of shared L3 cache is a massive pool of fast memory, and while the game's specific utilization of this cache is not detailed, the high frame rates at 1080p Low indicate that the processor is not holding the system back.

The CPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals is notable. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores within 0.5% of the Intel Core i9-14900 and within 0.7% of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470. This close grouping means that in CPU-bound scenarios, the choice between these processors would yield nearly identical frame rates. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the combo drops to 56 FPS, which is the lowest measured average. This is a GPU-bound scenario, but the CPU's 16 threads are still essential for maintaining a playable experience. The transition from 1080p to 4K at High settings shows a drop from 233 FPS to 78 FPS, a 66% reduction, which indicates that the CPU's workload remains constant while the GPU's workload increases dramatically.

The CPU's boost clock of 5.60 GHz is a key factor in single-threaded performance, which Outriders relies on for game logic and physics. The PassMark single-thread score of 4704 places the processor in a high tier, and the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2228 reinforces this. The data implies that the CPU is never the primary bottleneck at 4K, but it is the ceiling at 1080p. For instance, at 1440p Low, the combo hits 250 FPS, which is only 42 FPS lower than the 1080p Low result. This smaller gap (compared to the 4K drop) suggests that the CPU's performance headroom is being approached at 1440p and fully saturated at 1080p.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080's role in this combo is best understood through its memory subsystem and clock speeds. The 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provides 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth. This is critical for Outriders, which at 4K Ultra likely requires substantial texture memory and bandwidth. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra is 56 FPS, which is the lowest of all tested settings. This is a clear indication that the GPU is the limiting component at this resolution and preset. The GPU's base clock of 2205 MHz and boost clock of 2505 MHz are the raw speeds that determine its throughput, and the data shows that these are insufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra in this title.

The RTX 4080's performance percentile of 86% places it in the upper echelon of GPUs, but its nearest rivals show interesting dynamics. The RTX 4080 SUPER scores 0.1% higher on average, which is essentially a tie. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 2.6% higher, which is surprising given its smaller memory footprint and likely lower price point. This suggests that the RTX 4080's raw compute power is not the only factor; the game's optimization and driver support play a role. The GPU's 9728 shading units and 76 RT cores are extensive, but the data shows that at 4K, the combo's frame rates drop significantly as settings increase.

The transition from 4K Low (143 FPS) to 4K High (78 FPS) is a 45% drop, and from 4K High to 4K Ultra (56 FPS) is another 28% drop. This non-linear scaling indicates that the GPU is hitting a performance wall at the higher presets. The VRAM usage is not directly measured, but the 16 GB capacity is unlikely to be exhausted at 4K, so the bottleneck is likely the GPU's processing power rather than memory capacity. The data shows that the RTX 4080 is capable of delivering smooth gameplay at 4K Medium (104 FPS), but the Ultra preset pushes it below the 60 FPS threshold, which is a critical finding for gamers seeking the highest visual fidelity.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo rank of 91 out of 3710 tested combinations places this CPU-GPU pairing in the top 2.5% of all configs tested in Outriders. This is a strong showing, but it is not the absolute top. The rank implies that there are 90 other combos that achieve higher average FPS across the tested resolutions and settings. Given that the RTX 4080 is a high-end GPU and the Ryzen 7 9850X3D is a flagship CPU, the rank suggests that the game is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, and that combos with even more powerful GPUs (such as the RTX 4090) would rank higher.

The data shows that the combo's performance is consistent with its component rankings. The CPU is in the 92nd percentile and the GPU in the 86th percentile, but the combo ranks in the 97.5th percentile (91/3710). This is a higher relative ranking than either component's individual percentile, which indicates that the pairing is well-balanced. There is no obvious bottleneck that would drag the combo down. The measured FPS values across all resolutions and settings are within the expected range for these components. The 1080p Low result of 292 FPS is a highlight, and the 4K Ultra result of 56 FPS is a low point, but both are consistent with the hardware's capabilities.

Compared to other combos with similar CPUs but different GPUs, the data implies that the RTX 4080 is the primary driver of the frame rate at 4K. The rank of 91 suggests that there are many combos with the same CPU but faster GPUs that achieve higher scores. Conversely, combos with the same GPU but faster CPUs might not rank significantly higher, as the CPU is rarely the bottleneck above 1080p. The combo rank is a single number, but the breakdown by resolution shows that the pairing's strength varies. At 1080p, it is likely near the top of the rankings, while at 4K Ultra, it falls behind combos with more powerful GPUs.

FAQ

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

A: The highest measured average FPS is 292, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the only setting that breaks the 290 FPS barrier, and it indicates that the CPU is the primary driver at this low graphical load.

Q: Does the combo maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra settings?

A: No, the measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 56 FPS. This is below the 60 FPS threshold, which means that for the smoothest experience at 4K, the Ultra preset is not recommended. The Medium preset at 4K achieves 104 FPS, which is a more viable option.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its nearest rival?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D's average benchmark score is 58386, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M (58323) and 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i9-14900 (58115). It is 0.2% lower than the Intel Xeon w5-2545 (58504). These differences are within 1%, indicating near-identical synthetic performance.

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

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 149 FPS. This is a 36% drop from the 1080p High result of 233 FPS, showing that the GPU is starting to become more of a factor at this resolution.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the limiting factor at 4K Medium?

A: At 4K Medium, the combo achieves 104 FPS, with a minimum of 88 FPS and a maximum of 119 FPS. The data shows that the GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU's workload is unlikely to change significantly between 1440p and 4K. The 4K Medium result is 47% lower than the 1440p Medium result of 198 FPS.

*Q: How many combos rank above this one in Outriders?*

A: This combo ranks 91st out of 3710 tested combinations. This means that 90 other CPU-GPU pairings achieve higher average FPS across the tested scenarios. The rank places this combo in the top 2.5% of all tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The FPS scaling across resolutions is the most revealing metric for understanding the system's bottleneck. Starting at 1080p High, the combo produces 233 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops the frame rate to 149 FPS, a 36% decrease. Moving further to 4K High drops it to 78 FPS, a 48% decrease from 1440p. This compounding drop indicates that the GPU is becoming the primary limiting factor as resolution increases. The CPU's workload, which is largely independent of resolution, remains constant, so the frame rate decline is solely due to the GPU's rendering load.

The Low settings show a similar trend but with higher absolute values. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 292 FPS. This drops to 250 FPS at 1440p Low (a 14% decrease) and then to 143 FPS at 4K Low (a 43% decrease from 1440p). The smaller drop from 1080p to 1440p at Low settings (14% vs 36% at High) suggests that at Low, the CPU is more of a limiting factor at 1080p, and the GPU has more headroom to handle the resolution increase. The larger drop from 1440p to 4K at Low confirms that the GPU is the ultimate bottleneck at 4K.

The Medium settings provide the most granular data, with min and max FPS recorded. At 1080p Medium, the average is 259 FPS, with a min of 220 and max of 298. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 198 FPS (min 169, max 228), a 24% decrease. At 4K Medium, the average is 104 FPS (min 88, max 119), a 47% decrease from 1440p. The increasing percentage drop at each step confirms that the GPU's rendering demands scale super-linearly with resolution. The data shows that the CPU is not the bottleneck at any resolution above 1080p, as the frame rates are always limited by the GPU's ability to fill pixels.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The measured data provides clear guidance on which settings preset offers the best experience, balancing visual quality and frame rate. At 4K, the Ultra preset yields 56 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. The High preset at 4K yields 78 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset at 4K yields 104 FPS, which is a significant improvement over High and provides a smooth experience. Based on this, the Medium preset at 4K is the recommended choice, as it offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, with a minimum FPS of 88 ensuring minimal stutter.

At 1440p, the High preset yields 149 FPS, which is excellent for most displays. The Ultra preset yields 108 FPS, which is also very smooth. The Medium preset yields 198 FPS, which is overkill for most 144Hz monitors but provides headroom. The data suggests that the Ultra preset at 1440p is a viable option, as it stays well above 60 FPS. However, the High preset's 149 FPS is a more conservative choice that avoids any potential frame drops. For the best visual experience at 1440p, Ultra is recommended, but High is the safer choice for consistent performance.

At 1080p, all presets deliver high frame rates. The Ultra preset yields 170 FPS, which is smooth, but the High preset at 233 FPS and Medium at 259 FPS are better suited for high-refresh-rate gaming. The Low preset at 292 FPS is the highest, but it sacrifices visual quality. The data indicates that the Medium preset at 1080p is the sweet spot, offering 259 FPS average with a minimum of 220 FPS, which is ideal for 240Hz displays. The Ultra preset at 1080p is also viable, but the Medium preset provides a 52% performance boost over Ultra with minimal visual difference in most games.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 292 FPS average
• Medium: 259 FPS average (min 220, max 298)
• High: 233 FPS average
• Ultra: 170 FPS average

At 1080p, the combo is clearly CPU-bound at Low settings, achieving 292 FPS. The Medium preset shows a slight drop to 259 FPS, but the minimum of 220 FPS indicates that there are occasional dips. The High preset drops to 233 FPS, and the Ultra preset to 170 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 122 FPS, which is a 42% reduction. This shows that the GPU's workload at 1080p Ultra is still manageable, but the CPU's headroom is being used to maintain high frame rates.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 250 FPS average
• Medium: 198 FPS average (min 169, max 228)
• High: 149 FPS average
• Ultra: 108 FPS average

At 1440p, the frame rates drop significantly from 1080p. The Low preset yields 250 FPS, which is 42 FPS lower than the 1080p Low result. The Medium preset drops to 198 FPS, and the High preset to 149 FPS. The Ultra preset yields 108 FPS, which is still above 60 FPS but below the 144Hz refresh rate. The data shows a linear scaling from Low to Ultra, with each preset step costing roughly 40-50 FPS. The minimum FPS at Medium (169) is still high, indicating stable performance.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 143 FPS average
• Medium: 104 FPS average (min 88, max 119)
• High: 78 FPS average
• Ultra: 56 FPS average

At 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant bottleneck. The Low preset yields 143 FPS, which is a 43% drop from the 1440p Low result. The Medium preset yields 104 FPS, with a minimum of 88 FPS. The High preset drops to 78 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 56 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target. The data shows that the gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 87 FPS, which is a 61% reduction. The minimum FPS at 4K Medium (88) is the lowest recorded minimum across all Medium settings, indicating that the GPU is under significant load.