Outriders

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti delivers a formidable 1080p and 1440p experience in Outriders, placing the combo in the 89th percentile of tested configurations. With a rank of 400 out of 3710 total combos, this system sits comfortably in the top tier for this looter shooter, though the data reveals a clear performance ceiling at 4K Ultra settings. The benchmark results indicate a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the 10-core processor provides ample headroom to keep frame rates high at lower settings. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data across resolutions and settings to explain exactly where this combo excels and where it begins to strain.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s position at rank 400 out of 3710 tested combinations places it in the top 10.8% of all systems tested for Outriders. This is a strong showing, driven by the synergy between the RTX 4070 Ti’s high throughput and the i5-12600KF’s solid multi-threaded performance. The data suggests that this pairing is well-balanced for the game’s demands, avoiding the severe bottlenecking that can occur with mismatched components. While not the absolute fastest configuration, the rank indicates that the vast majority of systems tested—roughly 3310 of them—deliver lower average frame rates. The percentile ranking of 79 for the CPU and 84 for the GPU independently reinforces that both components are above-average performers, and their combination in Outriders yields a result that is greater than the sum of its parts in terms of overall FPS consistency.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the primary driver of frame rate in Outriders, particularly as resolution increases. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides a 504.2 GB/s bandwidth, which is sufficient for the game’s textures at 1440p and even 4K, though the high memory pressure at 4K Ultra is evident in the performance drop. The GPU’s boost clock of 2610 MHz, based on a 2310 MHz base, allows it to sustain high throughput in sustained firefights. The 7680 shading units and 240 texture mapping units are put to heavy use, as the game’s particle effects and environmental detail scale significantly with the settings preset.

At 1080p, the GPU is not the limiting factor, as it produces well over 190 FPS on all presets. However, the transition from 1080p to 4K demonstrates the GPU’s workload doubling. The data shows a clear progression: at High settings, the average FPS drops from 193 at 1080p to 136 at 1440p and then to 71 at 4K. This halving of performance from 1440p to 4K is a classic sign of the GPU reaching its fill-rate and shading limits. The benchmark scores for the GPU, such as a Passmark G3D score of 31624 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5024, reflect its raw compute capability, which is what the game leverages most at higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals how the system’s bottleneck shifts with resolution. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are exceptionally high, ranging from 156 FPS on Ultra to 242 FPS on Low. This indicates that the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU, which is not yet saturated. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 35% performance penalty, which is relatively modest, suggesting the game is still lightly threaded and the CPU can keep up.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS at High settings is 136, which is a 30% drop from the 1080p High result. This is a more significant reduction, showing the GPU starting to become the primary constraint. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 108 FPS, or a 52% penalty, which is wider than at 1080p, confirming the GPU’s increasing load. Finally, at 3840x2160, the system’s limits are clear. The High preset yields 71 FPS, which is a 48% drop from 1440p High. The Ultra preset at 4K falls to 52 FPS, which is only 33% of the 1080p Low result. This sharp decline shows that the RTX 4070 Ti is the definitive limiting component at 4K, and the 12 GB VRAM and 192-bit bus are not sufficient to maintain high frame rates with maximum settings.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the measured data, 2560x1440 is the sweet spot. At High settings it achieves 136 FPS, and even at Ultra it maintains 99 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. 4K is playable but requires dropping to Medium or Low settings for acceptable performance.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 Ti compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 5090 Mobile?

A: The average benchmark score of the RTX 4070 Ti is 44795, which is 0.8% lower than the RTX 5090 Mobile’s score of 45152. This places the two GPUs at effectively the same performance level in synthetic tests, though in-game results may vary.

Q: Is the Core i5-12600KF a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 Ti?

A: The data indicates no significant bottleneck at 1080p and 1440p, where the GPU is the primary limiter. However, at 4K, the CPU is not the issue either, as the GPU is clearly the constraint. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23391 and single-core score of 3302 suggest it has ample power for this game.

Q: What is the performance difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The High preset averages 136 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 99 FPS. This represents a 27% reduction in frame rate for the visual upgrade to Ultra, which is a substantial cost for the increased detail.

Q: Does the combo support ray tracing in Outriders?

A: The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which includes ray tracing capabilities. However, the measured FPS data provided does not include any ray tracing-specific benchmarks, so its impact on performance in this specific game is not quantified.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K Medium settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 95, with a minimum of 81 and a maximum of 109. This is a playable experience, though the frame time variance is noticeable, suggesting that the GPU is working near its limits.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average frame rates measured for each resolution and settings preset. Minimum and maximum FPS are included only where the data was recorded.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 71 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 131 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 95 | 81 | 109 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 52 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 136 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 207 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 182 | 155 | 209 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 99 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 193 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 242 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 215 | 183 | 247 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 156 | - | - |

The data shows a consistent pattern: the Medium preset provides a balanced frame rate with the most stable frame times, as evidenced by the presence of min/max values that are within a reasonable range of the average. For instance, at 1440p Medium, the range is 155 to 209 FPS, which is a 34% variance, while at 4K Medium, the range is 81 to 109, a 34% variance as well. This stability suggests the Medium preset is well-optimized for this hardware.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, provides the computational backbone for this combo. Its Alder Lake architecture, running at a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, delivers strong single-threaded performance, as indicated by a 3DMark single-thread score of 1016 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2157. Outriders does not appear to be heavily multi-threaded, as the CPU’s performance in the game is secondary to the GPU at higher resolutions. However, the CPU’s multi-threaded capability is not wasted; its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23391 ensures that background tasks do not interfere with gameplay.

The CPU’s 20 MB of shared L3 cache is adequate for the game’s data, and its support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory allows for flexible system configurations. In the context of Outriders, the CPU’s role is to maintain a steady frame delivery, which it does admirably. The percentile ranking of 79 versus all CPUs shows it is more capable than the majority of processors. Compared to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-10900K, the i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score that is 0.3% lower, with a delta of -0.3%, meaning they are essentially equivalent in synthetic tests. This parity in CPU performance, combined with the GPU’s dominance, means that the CPU is not the constraint in this system.

Settings Recommendations

For the best overall experience, the Medium preset is the recommended choice across all resolutions. The measured data shows that Medium provides a significant performance boost over High and Ultra while maintaining visual fidelity that is likely sufficient for most players. At 1080p, Medium averages 215 FPS, which is 11% higher than High and 27% higher than Ultra. At 1440p, Medium averages 182 FPS, which is 34% higher than High and 84% higher than Ultra. At 4K, Medium averages 95 FPS, which is 34% higher than High and 83% higher than Ultra.

For competitive play, the Low preset at 1440p or 1080p is viable, with 207 FPS and 242 FPS respectively, but the visual downgrade is substantial. For a more cinematic experience at 4K, the High preset at 71 FPS is the highest quality option that remains playable, though players may prefer to drop to Medium for a smoother 95 FPS. The Ultra preset is not recommended for this combo, as it yields the lowest frame rates at every resolution, dipping to 52 FPS at 4K, which is below the threshold for a consistently smooth experience. The data suggests that Medium is the optimal balance of frame rate and visual quality, as it offers the most stable frame times while delivering a significant FPS advantage over the higher presets.