Outriders

# Outriders Performance Analysis: AMD Ryzen 9 7900X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080

The data for Outriders with this combination shows a system that scales predictably across resolutions, with the RTX 3080's 10 GB GDDR6X memory and 760.3 GB/s bandwidth proving sufficient for 1440p gameplay but increasingly strained at 4K Ultra settings. The Ryzen 9 7900X's 12 cores and 24 threads provide ample headroom, as evidenced by the large FPS gaps between Low and Ultra presets at every resolution. This analysis walks through the measured rows, comparing against other tested combos and identifying where the performance ceiling lies.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound scaling from 1080p to 4K. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combination delivers 177 FPS average. Moving to 2560x1440 High drops that to 112 FPS, a 37% reduction. At 3840x2160 High, the average falls to 58 FPS, another 48% drop from 1440p. This progression indicates the RTX 3080 is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU keeps pace easily.

The Low preset tells a similar story with larger absolute numbers. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 261 FPS. At 1440p Low, it reaches 204 FPS — a 22% decline. At 4K Low, the average is 107 FPS, down 48% from 1440p. The percentage drops between 1440p and 4K are nearly identical for Low (48%) and High (48%), suggesting consistent GPU scaling behavior regardless of settings.

Ultra settings compress the scaling curve. From 1080p Ultra at 128 FPS to 1440p Ultra at 81 FPS, the drop is 37%. From 1440p Ultra to 4K Ultra at 42 FPS, the drop is 48%. The 4K Ultra result of 42 FPS is notably below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that this setting pushes the GPU to its limits. Medium settings sit between the extremes: 232 FPS at 1080p, 149 FPS at 1440p, and 78 FPS at 4K.

The limiting component shifts with resolution. At 1080p, the high FPS numbers (up to 261 on Low) suggest the CPU can feed the GPU adequately, but the Ryzen 9 7900X's strong single-thread performance — evidenced by its 3dmark single-thread score of 1093 and PassMark single-thread score of 4238 — prevents it from bottlenecking even at these frame rates. At 4K, the GPU's workload dominates, and the 10 GB VRAM capacity becomes a factor at Ultra settings where the average dips to 42 FPS.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 operates with a base clock of 1440 MHz and a boost clock of 1710 MHz, built on the GA102 chip with 8704 shading units. Its 10 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 320-bit bus provides 760.3 GB/s of bandwidth. In Outriders, this memory configuration appears adequate for 1080p and 1440p across all settings, but 4K Ultra likely exceeds comfortable VRAM usage, contributing to the 42 FPS average.

The GPU's benchmark profile places it in the 68th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23172. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA P106-100 (deltaPct -0.3), AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 (deltaPct -0.3), AMD Radeon RX 6600M (deltaPct -0.4), and AMD Radeon R9 M290X (deltaPct -0.4). These deltas are minimal, suggesting the RTX 3080 sits at a performance plateau where small differences separate it from competitors.

In Outriders specifically, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions. The 4K Medium result of 78 FPS with a min FPS of 66 and max of 89 shows the GPU handling moderate loads consistently. The 1440p Medium result of 149 FPS (min 126, max 171) demonstrates strong mid-range performance. The 1080p Medium result of 232 FPS (min 197, max 267) shows the GPU can push very high frame rates when resolution is low.

The GPU's 68th percentile ranking among all GPUs is modest relative to its raw specs, indicating that in Outriders, the combination may not fully utilize the hardware's potential at lower resolutions. However, the 4K High result of 58 FPS suggests the GPU is the bottleneck there, as the CPU has ample headroom.

How This Combo Ranks

This CPU-GPU combination ranks 736th out of 3710 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the top 20% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the balance between the Ryzen 9 7900X's strong multi-threaded performance and the RTX 3080's capable but not top-tier GPU performance.

The CPU's percentile ranking among all CPUs is 91st, with an average benchmark score of 53288. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7313P (deltaPct 0.2), Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (deltaPct -0.3), Intel Xeon 634 (deltaPct 0.6), and Intel Core i7-14700F (deltaPct -0.6). These small deltas indicate the Ryzen 9 7900X is well-matched against other high-end processors.

The combo's 736th rank out of 3710 suggests that while the CPU is a top-tier performer, the GPU holds the combination back from higher rankings in Outriders. The RTX 3080's 68th percentile GPU ranking contrasts with the CPU's 91st percentile, creating an imbalance where the GPU is the weaker link. This is consistent with the resolution scaling analysis, which showed the GPU becoming the limiting factor at 4K.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing delivers strong 1080p performance (177 FPS High, 232 FPS Medium) but falls short of the highest-tier configurations at 4K Ultra (42 FPS). The rank of 736 indicates that many combos with faster GPUs outperform it, despite the CPU's excellent performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the Medium preset offers the best balance of performance and visual quality. At 1440p Medium, the combination delivers 149 FPS average with a minimum of 126 FPS and maximum of 171 FPS, easily clearing the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. At 1080p Medium, it achieves 232 FPS average (min 197, max 267), which is well above any display's refresh rate.

For 4K gaming, the Medium preset is the highest playable option, with 78 FPS average and a minimum of 66 FPS. The High preset at 4K drops to 58 FPS, which may be acceptable for some players but falls below the 60 FPS target. The Ultra preset at 4K, at 42 FPS, is not recommended for competitive play but could work for slower-paced exploration.

The Low preset provides the highest frame rates but sacrifices visual fidelity. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 261 FPS, and at 1440p Low, it hits 204 FPS. These settings are suitable for competitive play where frame rate matters more than graphics. The 4K Low result of 107 FPS is notably smooth for a 4K experience.

The High preset is a reasonable middle ground for 1080p (177 FPS) and 1440p (112 FPS) gaming, but at 4K (58 FPS), it becomes borderline. Players with 144 Hz displays at 1440p should consider High or Ultra, as the latter delivers 81 FPS. For 60 Hz displays at 4K, Medium is the recommended setting.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the data, 1440p with Medium or High settings provides the best experience. Medium delivers 149 FPS average (min 126, max 171), while High offers 112 FPS. Both comfortably exceed 60 FPS and provide smooth gameplay.

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

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 4K Medium, it achieves 78 FPS average (min 66, max 89), which is playable. At 4K High, the average drops to 58 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 42 FPS. The Low preset at 4K reaches 107 FPS.

Q: How does the Ultra preset perform at different resolutions?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 128. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 81 FPS. At 4K Ultra, the average is 42 FPS. These numbers show that Ultra is only recommended for 1080p and 1440p displays.

Q: Is the Ryzen 9 7900X a bottleneck for the RTX 3080 in this game?

A: The data suggests no. The CPU's 91st percentile ranking and high FPS at 1080p Low (261 FPS) indicate it can feed the GPU effectively. The bottleneck shifts to the GPU at higher resolutions, particularly at 4K Ultra.

Q: What are the minimum FPS numbers for Medium settings?

A: At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 197. At 1440p Medium, it is 126. At 4K Medium, it is 66. These minimums indicate consistent frame pacing across all resolutions.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 736th out of 3710 combos in Outriders, placing it in the top 20% of tested configurations. The CPU's strong performance (91st percentile) is offset by the GPU's more modest 68th percentile ranking.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X brings 12 cores and 24 threads to this combination, with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and boost clock of 5.60 GHz. Built on the Zen 4 architecture with a 5 nm process, it features 64 MB of shared L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. These specs contribute to its 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs.

In Outriders, the CPU's role is evident in the high frame rates achieved at 1080p. The 261 FPS average on Low settings and 232 FPS on Medium indicate the CPU can sustain very high frame rates without becoming a limiting factor. The 3dmark 16-thread score of 10972 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29300 confirm strong multi-threaded performance, which helps in scenes with many enemies or physics calculations.

The CPU's single-thread performance is also strong, with a 3dmark single-thread score of 1093 and Geekbench single-core score of 2617. This is important for Outriders, which likely relies on single-threaded game logic. The PassMark single-thread score of 4238 further supports this analysis.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 9 7900X shows minimal differences. The AMD EPYC 7313P is 0.2% faster, while the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 is 0.3% slower. The Intel Xeon 634 is 0.6% faster, and the Intel Core i7-14700F is 0.6% slower. These tiny deltas mean the CPU choice has negligible impact on Outriders performance when paired with this GPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers its highest frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce 261 FPS average, while Medium reaches 232 FPS (min 197, max 267). High settings yield 177 FPS, and Ultra drops to 128 FPS. These numbers show a clear progression where lower settings unlock higher frame rates, with a 133 FPS difference between Low and Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. Low settings achieve 204 FPS, Medium reaches 149 FPS (min 126, max 171), High delivers 112 FPS, and Ultra produces 81 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 123 FPS, indicating the GPU is becoming more significant at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent. Low settings still manage 107 FPS, but Medium drops to 78 FPS (min 66, max 89). High settings fall to 58 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 42 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 65 FPS, showing that at 4K, the GPU's workload dominates and settings have a smaller relative impact on frame rate.

The Medium preset is the only one with min and max FPS data across all resolutions. At 1080p, the range is 197-267 FPS; at 1440p, it is 126-171 FPS; at 4K, it is 66-89 FPS. These ranges indicate consistent frame delivery without major stutters, which is important for a looter shooter where smooth combat matters.

The data shows that for 60 FPS gameplay, the system can run 4K Medium (78 FPS) or 1440p Ultra (81 FPS). For 144 FPS gameplay, it can run 1080p Ultra (128 FPS) or 1440p High (112 FPS). For 240 FPS gameplay, only 1080p Low (261 FPS) and 1080p Medium (232 FPS) qualify. These thresholds provide practical guidance for players with different refresh rates.