Outriders

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread desktop processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture with a 10 nm process node. Its base clock is 2.50 GHz, boosting up to 4.60 GHz, and it carries a 20 MB shared L3 cache. In Outriders, a looter shooter that relies on sustained frame rates during chaotic combat, this CPU's configuration is more than sufficient to feed the accompanying GPU. The processor's 82nd percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database, combined with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21279 and a single-core score of 3004, indicates strong headroom for the game's physics and AI calculations. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7314 and max-thread score of 7307 show consistent scaling, meaning the 13400F does not become a bottleneck even when the action intensifies on screen. Its Passmark multithread score of 25032 further supports the notion that this is a high-tier performer for gaming workloads.

Looking at the nearest rivals, the Core i5-13400F sits within a negligible 0.5% delta of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, which posts an average score of 25365. The Intel chip is also essentially tied with the Core i7-13620H (0.1% delta) and the AMD EPYC 9474F (0.5% delta). This clustering suggests that in CPU-bound scenarios, the 13400F will perform almost identically to these alternatives. The processor's 65 W TDP is modest for its capability, and its support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory adds flexibility, though the specific impact on Outriders is not directly measured. The benchmark data indicates a CPU that delivers high single-thread performance for game logic and robust multi-thread performance for background tasks, ensuring the GPU receives a steady stream of frames. The Geekbench single-core score of 2301 and multi-core score of 10971 reinforce this balanced profile.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process and features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. Its base clock runs at 1980 MHz with a boost clock of 2475 MHz, and memory operates at an effective 21 Gbps. The GPU boasts 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 ROPs, along with 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores. This hardware delivers 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, which is substantial for rasterization-heavy titles like Outriders. The GPU's 84th percentile ranking among all GPUs in the database reflects its high-end positioning, with a Passmark G3D score of 29995 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627.

The RTX 4070 SUPER's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA RTX A6000, which is only 0.2% ahead in average benchmark score, and the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE, which is 0.3% ahead. The data shows this GPU sits in a tightly contested performance band, with deltas of 1.4% and 1.6% against the AMD Radeon Pro 580X and NVIDIA Tesla M40, respectively. In Outriders, the 12 GB VRAM capacity is a critical factor for high-resolution textures, and the 504.2 GB/s bandwidth ensures that texture streaming keeps pace with the action. The boost clock of 2475 MHz allows the GPU to maintain high throughput during extended sessions. The measured FPS data confirms that the RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing, as frame rates scale dramatically with resolution changes, indicating the GPU is the primary driver of performance.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound performance across resolutions. At 1080p, the average frame rates are exceptionally high, with Low settings reaching 225.5 FPS, Medium at 199.1 FPS, High at 182.2 FPS, and Ultra at 144.7 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the CPU has ample headroom, and the GPU is not being pushed to its limits, as even Ultra settings produce well above the typical 144 Hz refresh rate. Moving to 1440p, the frame rates remain strong but show the expected drop as pixel count increases. Low settings hit 191.3 FPS, Medium at 173.9 FPS, High at 130.6 FPS, and Ultra at 90.7 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p at High settings is approximately 28%, while at Ultra settings it is around 37%, demonstrating that the GPU is starting to feel the load but still delivers playable performance.

At 4K resolution (3840x2160), the impact of the GPU becomes more pronounced. Low settings still manage 123.3 FPS, and Medium hits 90 FPS, but High drops to 64.7 FPS and Ultra falls to 49.4 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 4K at High settings shows a 64.5% reduction in frame rate, while at Ultra settings the reduction is 65.9%. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 4070 SUPER is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the CPU's performance is relatively static across these tests. The data suggests that for smooth 4K gameplay, users would need to select Medium settings or lower, as High and Ultra push the GPU beyond its optimal range. At 1080p and 1440p, the combo is clearly GPU-limited only at the highest settings, while at 4K, the GPU is the sole bottleneck across all settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 264th out of 1693 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the top 15.6% of all pairings in the database. This rank reflects a system that delivers excellent performance, particularly at 1080p and 1440p, where it excels. The rank is influenced by the CPU's strong multi-threaded capabilities and the GPU's high pixel throughput. Compared to other combos, this pairing sits in a competitive tier, likely bettered by systems with even higher-end GPUs like the RTX 4080 or RTX 4090, but it outperforms many mid-range configurations. The data indicates that the 13400F does not hold back the RTX 4070 SUPER in most scenarios, as evidenced by the dramatic FPS increases at lower resolutions.

The 264th rank out of 1693 suggests that while there are faster combos, this one offers a balanced profile suitable for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p. The GPU's 84th percentile ranking and the CPU's 82nd percentile ranking combine to create a system that is well-matched, with neither component significantly underperforming relative to the other. In Outriders specifically, the measured FPS at 1440p High (130.6 FPS) and Ultra (90.7 FPS) indicates that this combo is ideal for 1440p high-refresh monitors. At 4K, the system is serviceable but requires settings adjustments, as the data shows a clear trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate. Overall, this combo ranks in a strong position, offering high performance without the need for extreme hardware investments.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS for this combo at 1080p with Ultra settings in Outriders?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 144.7 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-13400F compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D?

A: The Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25236, which is 0.5% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D's score of 25365.

Q: What is the VRAM capacity of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER?

A: The GPU features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory.

Q: At which resolution and settings does this combo achieve over 190 FPS?

A: The combo achieves over 190 FPS at 1440p with Low settings (191.3 FPS) and at 1080p with High (182.2 FPS), Medium (199.1 FPS), and Low (225.5 FPS) settings.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations in Outriders?

A: This combo ranks 264th out of 1693 tested combos.

Q: What is the boost clock of the RTX 4070 SUPER?

A: The boost clock is 2475 MHz.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Outriders with this hardware combination is detailed below, broken down by resolution and settings.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the average FPS varies significantly by settings: Low settings produce 123.3 FPS, Medium produces 90 FPS, High produces 64.7 FPS, and Ultra produces 49.4 FPS. This shows a clear drop as graphical fidelity increases, with Ultra delivering less than half the frame rate of Low.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the average FPS is as follows: Low settings yield 191.3 FPS, Medium yields 173.9 FPS, High yields 130.6 FPS, and Ultra yields 90.7 FPS. The step from Medium to High represents a 24.9% reduction, while the step from High to Ultra is a 30.5% reduction, indicating a steep performance cost for the highest preset.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the average FPS is: Low at 225.5 FPS, Medium at 199.1 FPS, High at 182.2 FPS, and Ultra at 144.7 FPS. Even at Ultra settings, this combo maintains a frame rate above 144 FPS, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate displays. The gap between Low and Ultra is 35.8%, which is smaller than at higher resolutions, confirming that the CPU has more headroom at 1080p.

The data across all resolutions shows a consistent pattern: the RTX 4070 SUPER is the primary performance driver, with the Core i5-13400F providing sufficient support to avoid bottlenecking at 1080p and 1440p. At 4K, the GPU's limitations become apparent, especially at High and Ultra settings, where frame rates dip below 65 FPS. For users targeting 4K gaming, the recommendation based on this data would be to use Medium settings to achieve a stable 90 FPS, or Low settings for a smoother 123.3 FPS experience. At 1440p, Ultra settings are playable at 90.7 FPS, and at 1080p, all settings exceed 144 FPS, ensuring a fluid experience regardless of preset choice.