Outriders

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks 1584th out of 2913 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the 46th percentile of all tested configurations. This mid-pack positioning reflects a combination that delivers playable frame rates at most settings, but it is not among the elite performers in this looter shooter. The rank suggests a balanced pairing where neither component is dramatically holding back the other, though the data indicates that the GPU becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions and quality presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1584 out of 2913 tested combinations places it slightly below the median of all tested systems for Outriders. This positioning is consistent with a mid-range pairing that delivers solid 1080p performance but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K with maximum settings. The ranking reflects the GPU’s 59th percentile standing among all GPUs, while the CPU sits at the 83rd percentile among all processors, indicating that the graphics card is the limiting factor in this configuration.

Benchmark results show the GPU achieving an average score of 16014, which is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti at 16129 (a delta of -0.7%). This places the RX 9060 in close competition with last-generation mid-range cards. The CPU, by contrast, posts an average benchmark score of 32279, edging out the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U by a mere 0.1% and the Intel Core i9-11900 by 0.2%. This CPU performance headroom means that in most gaming scenarios, the RX 9060 will be the bottleneck.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14400F brings 10 cores and 16 threads to the system, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This Raptor Lake architecture processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel interface, and it connects to the system via PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The 20 MB of shared L3 cache provides adequate headroom for gaming workloads, and the processor’s 65W TDP indicates efficient operation.

In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU demonstrates strong single-threaded performance with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3055 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2058. Multi-threaded results are equally robust, with Cinebench R23 multi-core reaching 21645 and Geekbench multi-core at 11268. The PassMark multithread score of 25470 and single-thread score of 3701 further confirm that this processor has ample compute capacity for Outriders’ game logic and physics calculations.

The CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking among all processors means it outperforms the vast majority of installed CPUs. When paired with the RX 9060, this creates a scenario where the processor rarely becomes the limiting factor. At 1080p with Low settings, where the GPU has less work to do, the CPU’s strong single-thread performance helps push frame rates to 227 FPS, demonstrating that it can keep up with even high-refresh-rate displays. However, the data suggests that in most Outriders scenarios, the GPU will be the component determining overall performance.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1700 MHz, with a game clock of 2400 MHz and a boost clock of 2990 MHz. Built on the Navi 44 chip with RDNA 4.0 architecture, the card includes 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units. The 28 ray tracing cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced effects, while the 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 performance indicates solid raw compute capability.

The GPU’s 59th percentile ranking among all GPUs places it in the lower-middle range of available graphics cards. Its PassMark G3D score of 17631 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3322 provide context for its gaming performance. The nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, scores 16129 in average benchmarks, a difference of only -0.7%, suggesting the RX 9060 trades blows with that popular card. The AMD Radeon RX 7700 sits just behind at 15852, a 1% delta, indicating these cards are closely matched.

In Outriders, the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM capacity becomes a factor at 4K Ultra settings, where the average frame rate drops to 30 FPS. The 128-bit memory bus limits bandwidth, which becomes more apparent at higher resolutions when texture streaming demands increase. The GPU’s 132W TDP and single 8-pin power connector suggest it is designed for efficiency rather than extreme performance, and the data confirms this characterization.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RX 9060 delivers strong performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 227 FPS, which drops to 165 FPS at Medium (with minimums of 141 and maximums of 190). High settings average 124 FPS, while Ultra reduces the average to 90 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p gaming is well within the card’s comfortable range, with even Ultra settings maintaining above 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance scales predictably. Low settings achieve 144 FPS, Medium drops to 104 FPS (minimum 89, maximum 120), and High maintains a playable 78 FPS. Ultra settings fall to 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold that many players consider optimal but remains usable for slower-paced gameplay. The 1440p results show a clear progression of performance loss as settings increase.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to struggle. Low settings manage 75 FPS, but Medium drops to 55 FPS (minimum 46, maximum 63), High falls to 41 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 30 FPS. These 4K numbers reveal the card’s limitations at high resolutions, with the frame rate dropping below 60 FPS at any setting above Low. The 30 FPS Ultra result suggests that the RX 9060 is not suitable for 4K gaming with maximum quality in Outriders.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the GPU-bound nature of this configuration. At High settings, performance drops from 124 FPS at 1080p to 78 FPS at 1440p (a 37% reduction) and further to 41 FPS at 4K (a 67% reduction from 1080p). This steep decline indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor, as the CPU has sufficient headroom to handle the additional resolution demands.

Low settings show similar scaling characteristics. The 227 FPS at 1080p drops to 144 FPS at 1440p and 75 FPS at 4K. The 4K Low result is interesting because it shows the card can still produce playable frame rates when graphical fidelity is sacrificed. The Medium preset tells a similar story: 165 FPS at 1080p, 104 FPS at 1440p, and 55 FPS at 4K, with the 4K result dipping below the 60 FPS threshold.

The scaling pattern indicates that the RX 9060’s 288.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 8 GB VRAM become constraining factors at higher resolutions. The performance drop from 1440p to 4K is more severe than the drop from 1080p to 1440p, suggesting that the card’s memory subsystem is the bottleneck at 4K. Players seeking 4K performance should consider lowering settings to Medium or below, as the jump from 30 FPS at Ultra to 55 FPS at Medium represents a significant playability improvement.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience depends heavily on the target resolution. At 1080p, Ultra settings at 90 FPS provide a good balance of visual quality and smoothness, while High at 124 FPS offers higher frame rates with minimal visual sacrifice. Medium at 165 FPS is suitable for competitive players who prioritize responsiveness over fidelity.

For 1440p gaming, High settings at 78 FPS is the recommended starting point, as it remains above the 60 FPS threshold while preserving visual quality. Medium at 104 FPS provides a more comfortable margin for demanding scenes, and the minimum of 89 FPS at Medium ensures consistent performance. Ultra at 57 FPS is borderline, but players who value maximum detail may accept the slight dip below 60 FPS.

At 4K, the choices are more limited. Low settings at 75 FPS provide the smoothest experience, while Medium at 55 FPS (minimum 46) offers better visual quality at the cost of occasional frame drops. Ultra at 30 FPS is only recommended for players who prioritize visual fidelity over playability and are willing to accept console-level frame rates. The 4K High result of 41 FPS sits in an awkward middle ground, offering neither the smoothness of Low nor the visual quality of Medium.

The data suggests that the best overall experience for most players will be 1440p with High settings, which delivers 78 FPS average with good visual quality. This configuration leverages the CPU’s strong performance while staying within the GPU’s capabilities, providing a balanced experience that avoids the frame rate drops seen at 4K.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-14400F strong enough for Outriders?

A: Yes, the CPU ranks in the 83rd percentile among all processors, and its benchmark scores are 0.1-0.5% higher than its nearest rivals. The data shows the processor is rarely the bottleneck, as demonstrated by 227 FPS at 1080p Low settings.

Q: How does the RX 9060 compare to the RTX 3060 Ti in Outriders?

A: The RX 9060’s average benchmark score of 16014 is within 0.7% of the RTX 3060 Ti’s 16129, indicating very similar performance. In practical terms, both cards would produce nearly identical frame rates in Outriders.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Outriders?

A: At 4K, the combo delivers 75 FPS on Low, 55 FPS on Medium, 41 FPS on High, and 30 FPS on Ultra. Only Low settings maintain consistently playable frame rates above 60 FPS.

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

A: High settings at 1440p produce 78 FPS average, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings at 104 FPS (minimum 89) provide a higher frame rate with reduced visual quality.

Q: Does the combo perform better at 1080p or 1440p?

A: At 1080p, the combo achieves 90 FPS at Ultra and 124 FPS at High. At 1440p, Ultra drops to 57 FPS and High to 78 FPS. The 1080p results are significantly higher, but 1440p High remains playable.

Q: Is the 8 GB VRAM sufficient for Outriders?

A: The 8 GB VRAM appears adequate at 1080p and 1440p, where the card maintains playable frame rates. At 4K Ultra, the 30 FPS result suggests VRAM or bandwidth limitations, as the frame rate drops dramatically compared to 1440p.