Outriders

The Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination delivers a solid, if unspectacular, experience in Outriders, landing in the 1249th position out of 2913 tested combos. This places the pairing in the upper-middle tier of all possible configurations, with benchmark results indicating a system that is consistently capable at 1080p and 1440p, but which begins to strain under the demands of 4K Ultra settings. The data reveals a clear story of a GPU-bound setup at higher resolutions, with the CPU providing ample headroom to feed the Radeon RX 7700 at lower settings.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. Its base clock is 2.50 GHz, which can boost up to 4.60 GHz under load. This configuration, with its 20 MB of shared L3 cache, provides strong multi-threaded performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22604 and Geekbench multicore score of 11068. The processor’s average benchmark score of 25292 places it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it performs better than the majority of its peers.

In the context of Outriders, the CPU's role is to maintain a steady frame delivery to the GPU. The data from the benchmark suite shows that the i5-13400F is more than adequate for this task. When comparing its average score to its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scores 25284, a delta of 0%, while the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D score 25362 and 25365 respectively, showing a delta of -0.3%. This indicates that the i5-13400F is essentially performance-equivalent to these competitors, meaning any frame rate differences in Outriders at lower resolutions are unlikely to be caused by CPU limitations. The processor’s single-thread performance, with a Geekbench single-core score of 1996, is also robust, ensuring that the game's core logic and physics calculations are handled efficiently.

The combination of 10 cores and 16 threads is particularly relevant for a looter shooter like Outriders, where numerous enemies, projectiles, and status effects must be tracked simultaneously. The benchmark results suggest that the i5-13400F handles these workloads without becoming a bottleneck. Even at 1080p Low settings, where the GPU has the least amount of work to do, the CPU is able to push the frame rate to 224 FPS, a clear indication that it is not the limiting factor in this configuration. The processor's Passmark multithread score of 25032 further supports this, showing a high capacity for parallel processing that keeps frame times consistent in busy combat scenarios.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is the primary driver of visual performance in this combo. Based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture and the Navi 32 chip, it features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1900 MHz, a game clock of 2041 MHz, and a boost clock of 2459 MHz. This hardware configuration results in a Passmark G3D score of 20974, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 15852 is competitive, with its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, scoring 16129, a delta of -1.7%.

In Outriders, the GPU's influence is most apparent when moving between settings presets. The substantial 16 GB VRAM buffer is a significant advantage, preventing texture pop-in and stuttering in high-detail environments. The measured FPS data shows how the GPU scales with graphical load. At 1080p, the RX 7700 delivers 142 FPS on High settings, but this jumps to 224 FPS on Low settings, demonstrating that the GPU has significant headroom when the graphical workload is reduced. The GPU's compute capabilities, reflected in its Passmark GPU Compute score of 10963, are sufficient for the game's particle effects and lighting calculations.

The RX 7700's performance relative to its rivals is closely matched. The AMD Radeon R9 370X scores 15862, a delta of -0.1%, while the AMD Radeon RX 9060 scores 16014, a delta of -1%. This tight grouping suggests that the RX 7700 is positioned in a highly competitive performance tier. The data indicates that the GPU is the definitive bottleneck at higher resolutions; for instance, at 4K High, the average FPS is 47, which is a significant drop from the 89 FPS seen at 1440p High. This scaling behavior points to the GPU's pixel throughput limits being reached as resolution increases, a typical characteristic of a mid-range graphics card.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how this combo scales across the three primary resolutions. At 1080p, the system is exceptionally fast, with all settings presets achieving playable frame rates. The jump from 1080p to 1440p shows a predictable performance cost, with average FPS dropping by roughly 37% across all settings. For example, at High settings, the frame rate falls from 142 FPS at 1080p to 89 FPS at 1440p. This indicates that the GPU is beginning to work harder, but the system remains well within the range of high-refresh-rate gaming.

The transition from 1440p to 4K (3840x2160) is where the most significant performance degradation occurs. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 89 at 1440p to 47 at 4K, a reduction of nearly 47%. This steep decline is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario, where the Radeon RX 7700's rendering capabilities are overwhelmed by the sheer number of pixels. The data shows that at 4K, even the Medium preset only manages an average of 62 FPS, while the Low preset achieves 86 FPS. This scaling pattern suggests that the CPU is not a limiting factor; if it were, the frame rates would not scale so dramatically with resolution changes.

The limiting component at 1080p is less clear-cut but still leans toward the GPU. The fact that FPS increases from 142 on High to 224 on Low at 1080p shows that the GPU is still doing the heavy lifting, as reducing the graphical settings directly translates to higher performance. If the CPU were the primary constraint, lowering settings would have a minimal impact on frame rates. The benchmark results indicate that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates, while 4K gaming is only viable at lower settings presets to maintain a smooth experience.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the Medium preset offers the most balanced experience for this combination at higher resolutions. At 1440p, the Medium preset delivers an average of 119 FPS with a minimum of 101 FPS and a maximum of 137 FPS. This provides a smooth, high-refresh-rate experience without the performance cost of Ultra settings. At 4K, the Medium preset is the only tier above Low that maintains an average FPS above 60, with a measured average of 62 FPS. The minimum FPS of 53 and maximum of 72 indicate some variance, but it remains playable for most users.

For users prioritizing maximum frame rates, the Low preset is the clear choice. At 1080p, it achieves an average of 224 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors. The Low preset also yields 164 FPS at 1440p and 86 FPS at 4K, making it the only way to get close to 60 FPS at the highest resolution. However, the visual fidelity trade-off is significant, as Low settings typically disable ambient occlusion, shadows, and other graphical features that enhance the game's atmosphere.

The High preset is a middle-ground option that provides better visual quality than Medium but with a noticeable performance hit. At 1440p, it averages 89 FPS, which is still smooth, but at 4K, it drops to 47 FPS, which may feel stuttery to some players. The Ultra preset is not recommended for this combo, as it results in an average of 102 FPS at 1080p, 65 FPS at 1440p, and a lowly 34 FPS at 4K. The data suggests that Ultra is only viable for 1080p gaming, but even then, the performance gain over High is often not worth the extra load on the GPU. The Medium preset is the best recommendation for a consistent experience across all resolutions, as it offers a good balance of visual quality and frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 pairing ranks 1249th out of 2913 tested combos in Outriders. This places it in the 57th percentile of all configurations, meaning it outperforms more than half of the tested systems. This ranking is respectable for a mid-range setup, indicating that it can handle the game well but is not at the top tier of performance. The combo's ranking is influenced by the GPU's 58th percentile standing among all GPUs and the CPU's 77th percentile among all CPUs, suggesting that the GPU is the more limiting factor in this pairing.

The rank of 1249 out of 2913 indicates that there are many other combinations that perform better, likely those featuring higher-end GPUs or CPUs. However, the data shows that this combo is well-balanced, with the CPU's performance not lagging behind the GPU's capabilities. The significant headroom in the CPU's performance, as evidenced by its ability to push high frame rates at 1080p Low, suggests that the GPU is the primary determinant of the final ranking. The combo's position in the upper half of the database indicates that it is a viable option for playing Outriders at 1080p and 1440p, but it will not be at the top of the performance charts for 4K gaming.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run Outriders at 4K?*

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. The measured data shows an average of 86 FPS on Low and 62 FPS on Medium at 3840x2160. High and Ultra settings yield 47 FPS and 34 FPS respectively, which may be too low for a smooth experience.

Q: What is the best settings preset for this combo at 1440p?

A: The Medium preset provides the best balance, with an average FPS of 119 and a minimum of 101. The High preset is also viable at 89 FPS, but Medium offers higher frame rates with a moderate visual quality reduction.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-13400F a bottleneck for the AMD Radeon RX 7700?

A: The data suggests not. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 224 FPS, which indicates the CPU is not limiting performance. The CPU's average benchmark score of 25292 is competitive with its nearest rivals, showing it can feed the GPU effectively.

Q: How does the RX 7700 compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti in this game?

A: The benchmark scores are very close. The RX 7700 has an average score of 15852, while the RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129, a delta of -1.7%. This suggests nearly identical performance in synthetic benchmarks, which likely translates to similar FPS in Outriders.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The only settings with recorded minimum FPS are Medium. At 1080p, the minimum is 161 FPS, at 1440p it is 101 FPS, and at 4K it is 53 FPS. Other presets do not have min/max data available.

Q: Is this combo better suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming?

A: Both are excellent. At 1080p, the combo achieves over 140 FPS on High settings, while at 1440p it achieves 89 FPS on High. For high-refresh-rate monitors, 1080p is better, but 1440p remains smooth.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers excellent performance across all presets. The Low preset achieves an average of 224 FPS, the Medium preset averages 189 FPS with a minimum of 161 and a maximum of 217, and the High preset averages 142 FPS. The Ultra preset is the slowest at 1080p, with an average of 102 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected decline. The Low preset averages 164 FPS, the Medium preset averages 119 FPS with a minimum of 101 and a maximum of 137, and the High preset averages 89 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to an average of 65 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to struggle with the higher pixel count. The Low preset averages 86 FPS, the Medium preset averages 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 and a maximum of 72, and the High preset averages 47 FPS. The Ultra preset averages only 34 FPS, which is not ideal for smooth gameplay.