Outriders

The Intel Core i5-10400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 pairing delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Outriders, though 4K Ultra demands compromise. The CPU, a 6-core/12-thread Comet Lake part with a 2.90 GHz base and 4.30 GHz boost clock, provides adequate compute headroom for the looter shooter’s action, while the RTX 5060’s Blackwell 2.0 architecture handles the rendering load. The data shows a clear performance hierarchy: the combo ranks 1013 out of 1693 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database. This ranking is influenced by the CPU’s 73rd percentile standing among all processors and the GPU’s matching 73rd percentile, indicating a balanced but not exceptional pairing. The benchmark results reveal that the system excels at lower resolutions and settings, but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K with maximum quality presets.

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

The Core i5-10400F brings six physical cores and twelve threads to the table, a configuration that is well-suited for modern game engines that leverage multi-threading. Its Comet Lake architecture, built on Intel’s 14 nm process, operates at a base clock of 2.90 GHz and can boost up to 4.30 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10297 and a single-core score of 1453, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 5783. These figures indicate a processor that can feed the GPU adequately at 1080p, where the measured FPS is highest. The 3DMark results, including a 16-thread score of 4748 and a single-thread score of 688, further confirm that the CPU’s thread scaling is efficient, though its absolute performance is modest compared to newer chips.

The CPU’s performance percentile of 73 vs all CPUs suggests it sits comfortably above the median, but it is not a top-tier part. Its nearest rivals in the database, such as the AMD EPYC 7552 (deltaPct 0.4), AMD Ryzen 3 7320C (deltaPct -0.8), and Intel Core i5-8500 (deltaPct -1.1), show that it is closely clustered with these parts in average benchmark scores. For Outriders, the CPU’s role becomes more critical at lower resolutions where frame rates are higher. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 156.3 FPS, suggesting the CPU can keep up with the GPU’s output. However, the L3 cache of 12 MB shared and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth are enough to avoid major bottlenecks, as evidenced by the minimal FPS drop from Low to Medium settings at 1080p (156.3 to 137.6 FPS). The CPU’s 65 W TDP and PCIe Gen 3, 16 lanes interface are standard, but the lack of integrated graphics means the RTX 5060 is solely responsible for output.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS is 126.8 at 1920x1080 with High settings, which is well above playable thresholds and indicates a smooth experience for most users.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra compared to 1080p Ultra?

A: At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 34.8, while 1080p Ultra yields 101.9 FPS. This represents a significant 65.8% reduction in frame rate, illustrating the heavy load on the GPU at higher resolutions.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this configuration?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. For instance, at 1440p High, the average is 91.9 FPS, and at 4K High it falls to 46 FPS, showing a steep decline as resolution increases, while the CPU’s 6-core/12-thread setup remains sufficient.

Q: What is the best setting for a 1440p monitor with this combo?

A: Medium settings at 2560x1440 deliver an average of 116.4 FPS, which is a strong choice for high refresh rate displays. Ultra at the same resolution drops to 64.4 FPS, which may still be acceptable but is less consistent.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its nearest rival, the RX 7700 XT?

A: The RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 30109, while the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT scores 30097, a deltaPct of 0. This means they are statistically tied in synthetic performance, though real-world Outriders results may vary.

Q: Does the CPU’s single-thread performance hold back the GPU?

A: With a Passmark single-thread score of 2541 and a 3DMark single-thread score of 688, the CPU is adequate. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 156.3 FPS, suggesting the CPU can handle high frame rates without capping GPU performance.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Outriders, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-10400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 holds a rank of 1013 out of 1693 combos. This places it in the 60th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms a majority of configurations but lags behind top-tier builds. The rank is a composite of the CPU’s and GPU’s capabilities. The CPU’s 73rd percentile standing, with an average benchmark score of 14168, shows it is a competent mid-range processor. Its nearest rivals, including the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C (avg score 14277) and Intel Core i5-8500 (avg score 14332), have nearly identical average scores, with deltas of -0.8% and -1.1% respectively, indicating the i5-10400F is right in the middle of its performance class.

The GPU’s rank is similar, with a percentile of 73 vs all GPUs and an average score of 30109. Its closest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, scores 30097 with a deltaPct of 0, making them effectively interchangeable in synthetic tests. The combination’s overall rank of 1013 suggests that while neither component is a standout, their synergy in Outriders produces respectable results. The data shows that this combo is better suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it ranks higher in practical performance, rather than 4K, where the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus become limiting factors. The rank also reflects that the system is a balanced mid-range option, not a high-end enthusiast setup.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed picture of performance across three resolutions and four quality settings. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its best results. Low settings yield an average of 156.3 FPS, Medium produces 137.6 FPS, High reaches 126.8 FPS, and Ultra drops to 101.9 FPS. These numbers show a clear scaling pattern, with a 54.4 FPS difference between Low and Ultra, indicating that the GPU has headroom at this resolution and the CPU is not a bottleneck. The 1080p results are all above 100 FPS, making this an excellent configuration for competitive play or high refresh rate monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance decreases but remains strong. Low settings average 133.5 FPS, Medium hits 116.4 FPS, High achieves 91.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 64.4 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable, with the High setting losing 34.9 FPS (from 126.8 to 91.9). This indicates that the GPU is starting to work harder, but the system still handles 1440p well, especially at Medium and High settings. At 3840x2160, the results are more constrained. Low settings average 85.7 FPS, Medium drops to 63.1 FPS, High falls to 46 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 34.8 FPS. The 4K numbers reveal that the RTX 5060 struggles with the pixel count, and only Low settings provide a consistently playable experience above 60 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling analysis shows a steep performance decline as pixel count increases, which strongly suggests the GPU is the limiting component in this pairing. From 1080p High (126.8 FPS) to 1440p High (91.9 FPS), there is a 27.5% reduction in frame rate. The jump from 1440p High to 4K High (46 FPS) results in a further 50% drop. This pattern is consistent across all settings. For instance, at Low settings, 1080p yields 156.3 FPS, 1440p yields 133.5 FPS, and 4K yields 85.7 FPS. The scaling is not linear, with the 4K penalty being disproportionately large due to the GPU’s 8 GB memory capacity and 128-bit bus, which limits bandwidth to 448.0 GB/s.

The data indicates that the CPU’s performance, with its 12 MB L3 cache and 42.7 GB/s memory bandwidth, is sufficient to keep up with the GPU’s demands at lower resolutions but is not the primary constraint at 4K. The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings is 67.1 FPS (from 101.9 to 34.8), a 65.8% decrease, which is far greater than any CPU-related bottleneck. This suggests that at 4K, the RTX 5060 is fully saturated, and the system would benefit from a more powerful GPU. Conversely, at 1080p, the CPU’s 6-core/12-thread configuration appears adequate, as the FPS remains high even at Low settings, indicating that the GPU is still the primary driver of performance. The resolution scaling data confirms that this combo is optimized for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K requiring significant settings compromises to maintain playable frame rates.