Outriders

The Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination delivers a highly capable Outriders experience, with measured frame rates that scale predictably across resolutions and settings. The pairing ranks 952nd out of 3710 tested combos for this game, placing it comfortably in the upper quartile of systems. Across all tested configurations, the RTX 4070’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth prove sufficient for the game’s demands, while the six-core i5-12400 keeps pace without becoming a bottleneck at higher settings. The data shows a system that excels at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K Ultra requiring a compromise in visual fidelity to maintain smooth gameplay.

FAQ

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

A: The measured data shows 2560x1440 on High settings delivers 116 FPS average, which balances visual quality and performance. At 1920x1080, the same settings reach 171 FPS, while 3840x2160 drops to 61 FPS on High.

Q: How does the i5-12400 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The i5-12400 scores 18683 on average, which is 0.1% below the AMD EPYC 7643 (18697), 0.3% below the Intel Core i7-1355U (18730), and 0.7% below the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 (18811). It beats the Intel Core i3-14100F by 0.9% (18519).

Q: Does the RTX 4070 show any performance limitations in this game?

A: The GPU’s 81st percentile ranking among all GPUs, combined with its 26927 Passmark G3D score, indicates strong performance. In Outriders, the 4K Ultra preset drops to 44 FPS average, suggesting the GPU is the limiting factor at that extreme setting.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce 214 FPS average, while Ultra produces 133 FPS average. That represents a 81 FPS difference between the two presets, with Medium (190 FPS) and High (171 FPS) falling in between.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4070 have, and is it enough for Outriders?

A: The RTX 4070 has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 192-bit bus. Given that even the 4K Ultra preset runs at 44 FPS average, the memory capacity does not appear to be a limiting factor in this game.

Q: What is the combo’s overall rank among tested systems for Outriders?

A: This pairing ranks 952nd out of 3710 tested combos, placing it in the top 26% of all configurations tested for this specific game.

How This Combo Ranks

The data places this i5-12400 and RTX 4070 combination at rank 952 out of 3710 tested combos for Outriders. That position reflects a system that sits above the median but below the top-tier configurations that dominate the leaderboard. The i5-12400’s average benchmark score of 18683 places it in the 72nd percentile among all CPUs, while the RTX 4070’s average score of 37648 puts it in the 81st percentile among all GPUs. Together, these components produce a balanced pairing where neither part dramatically outclasses the other in synthetic workloads.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals clarifies its position. The i5-12400 trails the AMD EPYC 7643 by a negligible 0.1%, the Intel Core i7-1355U by 0.3%, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 by 0.7%. It leads the Intel Core i3-14100F by 0.9%. These margins are small, indicating that the i5-12400 sits in a tightly contested performance band. For gaming specifically, the measured FPS numbers show that this CPU does not hold back the RTX 4070 in Outriders at most settings.

The GPU’s nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (0.1% ahead), AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (0.4% behind), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (1.3% behind), and AMD Radeon PRO W6400 (1.3% ahead). The RTX 4070’s 81st percentile ranking means it outperforms roughly four out of five GPUs in the database, which aligns with the strong frame rates observed in this game. The combo rank of 952 suggests that while individual components are strong, other pairings with higher-end CPUs or GPUs achieve better overall results in Outriders.

Resolution Scaling

Frame rates scale steeply as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the system averages 171 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 High drops that to 116 FPS, a decrease of 55 FPS. At 3840x2160 High, the average falls to 61 FPS, which is 110 FPS below the 1080p result. This pattern indicates that the GPU becomes progressively more stressed as pixel count rises, while the CPU remains capable of feeding frames even at lower resolutions.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p represents a 32% reduction in frame rate, while the jump from 1440p to 4K represents a 47% reduction. These percentages suggest that the RTX 4070’s rendering throughput is the primary constraint at higher resolutions. The 4K Low setting produces 112 FPS average, which is higher than 1440p Ultra’s 84 FPS, further confirming that resolution has a larger impact on performance than the graphics preset alone.

At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 81 FPS (214 vs 133), while at 4K the same settings show a 68 FPS difference (112 vs 44). The narrowing gap at 4K indicates that resolution scaling imposes a baseline cost that cannot be overcome by lowering settings alone. The 1440p Medium preset shows a minimum of 132 FPS and a maximum of 178 FPS, with an average of 155 FPS, demonstrating that this resolution hits the sweet spot for both smoothness and visual fidelity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce 214 FPS average, Medium produces 190 FPS with a minimum of 161 and maximum of 218, High produces 171 FPS, and Ultra produces 133 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra is 81 FPS, meaning that players can nearly double the frame rate by sacrificing visual quality. The Medium preset’s 190 FPS average with a 161 FPS minimum ensures that even demanding scenes stay above 144 Hz refresh rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong but drops noticeably. Low settings yield 183 FPS average, Medium yields 155 FPS with a minimum of 132 and maximum of 178, High yields 116 FPS, and Ultra yields 84 FPS. The 1440p Medium result maintains a minimum above 130 FPS, which suits high-refresh monitors. The Ultra preset at 84 FPS is playable but falls short of the 100 FPS mark that many gamers prefer.

At 3840x2160, the system shows its limits. Low settings produce 112 FPS average, Medium produces 81 FPS with a minimum of 69 and maximum of 93, High produces 61 FPS, and Ultra produces 44 FPS. The 4K Medium preset’s 69 FPS minimum means the game will occasionally dip below 70 FPS, while the Ultra preset’s 44 FPS average is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Only the Low preset at 4K achieves a frame rate high enough for a standard 60 Hz display without compromise.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC. Its boost clock of 2475 MHz and base clock of 1920 MHz, combined with 5888 shading units, deliver 29.15 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. The GPU’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory operates at 21 Gbps effective across a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. These specifications place the card in the 81st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37648.

In Outriders, the GPU’s role becomes evident when comparing resolution scaling. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 214 FPS, which suggests that the CPU still has headroom. At 4K Ultra, the 44 FPS average indicates that the GPU is fully saturated. The 46 ray tracing cores and 184 tensor cores are part of the hardware, though the game’s measured results do not specifically isolate ray tracing performance.

The memory configuration is worth noting. With 12 GB of GDDR6X, the card has ample capacity for Outriders at all tested settings. The 504.2 GB/s bandwidth supports the texture-heavy looter shooter genre without causing visible stuttering or texture pop-in based on the measured frame times. The GPU’s 200 W TDP and dual-slot design are reasonable for a card of this performance class, though the 550 W suggested PSU indicates that system builders should plan for adequate power delivery.

Settings Recommendations

For 1920x1080 displays, the High preset at 171 FPS average offers an excellent balance. Players with 144 Hz monitors can enable Ultra for 133 FPS and still stay above the refresh threshold. Those with 240 Hz displays should consider Medium, which averages 190 FPS and never drops below 161 FPS. Low settings at 214 FPS are only necessary for competitive play where maximum frame rate trumps visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 116 FPS is the recommended starting point. This provides a significant visual upgrade over 1080p while maintaining frame rates above 100 FPS. The Medium preset at 155 FPS is better suited for 144 Hz monitors, and its 132 FPS minimum ensures consistent performance. Ultra at 84 FPS is playable on 60 Hz displays but may feel less responsive on higher refresh panels. Low at 183 FPS is unnecessary for most users, as the visual compromises outweigh the performance gains.

For 3840x2160, the choices are more constrained. The Medium preset at 81 FPS average with a 69 FPS minimum is the highest setting that maintains playable performance on 60 Hz displays. High at 61 FPS will occasionally dip below 60 FPS, which can cause noticeable stuttering. Low at 112 FPS is surprisingly smooth, making it a viable option for players who prioritize frame rate over fidelity. Ultra at 44 FPS is not recommended for general play, as the frame rate falls below the threshold for smooth motion. The data suggests that 4K Medium is the sweet spot for this combination, offering a 69 FPS minimum that keeps the experience consistent.