Outriders

# Outriders with Intel Core i5-14600K + Intel Arc B570

The Intel Core i5-14600K paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a mid-pack experience in Outriders, ranking 2329 out of 2913 tested combos. This places the configuration in the lower-middle tier of the database, with the CPU holding a 90th percentile standing among all processors while the GPU sits at a 65th percentile among all graphics cards. The combination produces playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K Ultra results dip below playable thresholds, and the data reveals a system where the graphics card is the primary constraint at higher resolutions and settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 2329 out of 2913 tested combinations places this system in the 20th percentile of all CPU-GPU pairings tested in Outriders. This rank is notably lower than what the individual component percentiles might suggest — the Core i5-14600K outperforms 90% of all CPUs in general benchmarks, and the Arc B570 outperforms 65% of all GPUs. The discrepancy indicates that Outriders' performance is heavily weighted toward the GPU, and the Arc B570's mid-range standing drags the overall combo down relative to pairings with higher-tier graphics cards.

The CPU's nearest rivals in aggregate benchmark scores show a tightly clustered group. The Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48698, a mere 0.2% higher than the i5-14600K's 48618 average. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 trails by 0.8% with a score of 48995, while the AMD EPYC 4345P sits 0.3% below at 48470, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX is 0.7% ahead at 48287. This clustering confirms that the i5-14600K delivers computational performance squarely in the expected range for its class, meaning the combo's rank is not a reflection of CPU deficiency.

For the GPU, the Arc B570's average benchmark score of 20556 places it within 0.1% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534) and 0.1% behind the Intel Arc A750 (20582). The AMD Radeon R9 M390X scores 20662, 0.5% higher, and the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M scores 20480, 0.4% lower. These narrow deltas indicate the B570 performs competitively with its direct peers, but none of these rivals are high-end cards, which explains why the combo rank remains modest. The data suggests that in Outriders, this pairing will consistently deliver frame rates in the 60-130 FPS range at mainstream resolutions, but will struggle to maintain high refresh rates at 4K.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is built on TSMC's 5 nm process with the BMG-G21 chip, featuring 19,600 million transistors on a 272 mm² die. The GPU operates at a fixed 2500 MHz for both base and boost clocks, with memory running at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). The 10 GB GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus provides 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which proves sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming but becomes a limiting factor at 4K with higher settings.

The GPU's compute resources include 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units, with 18 ray tracing cores. The pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s translate to fillrate capabilities that handle Outriders' environments adequately at lower resolutions. The FP32 throughput of 11.52 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 23.04 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio), provides the raw compute headroom for the game's physics and particle effects.

In Outriders specifically, the GPU's role is dominant. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 176 FPS, but this drops to 70 FPS at 1080p Ultra — a 60% reduction that points squarely at GPU limitations as settings increase. The 4K Ultra result of 23 FPS is particularly telling, as the 10 GB VRAM and 160-bit memory bus cannot sustain the texture and geometry demands at that resolution. The GPU's 65th percentile ranking among all GPUs contextualizes these results; it is a competent mid-range card, but Outriders at maximum settings requires more bandwidth and compute than the B570 can provide.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of GPU-bound scaling as resolution increases. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 96 FPS at 1080p to 61 FPS at 1440p (a 36% reduction) and further to 32 FPS at 4K (a 67% reduction from 1080p). This scaling curve is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario, where the rendering workload grows with pixel count and the Arc B570's 380.0 GB/s bandwidth and 11.52 TFLOPS compute cannot keep pace.

At Low settings, the scaling is more dramatic in percentage terms but less impactful in absolute terms. The system delivers 176 FPS at 1080p, 111 FPS at 1440p (a 37% drop), and 58 FPS at 4K (a 67% drop from 1080p). The 4K Low result of 58 FPS is interesting — it shows that even at minimal settings, the GPU is still the bottleneck at 4K, as the CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads are more than capable of feeding the render pipeline at that resolution.

Medium settings reveal the smoothest scaling curve: 128 FPS at 1080p, 81 FPS at 1440p (a 37% drop), and 42 FPS at 4K (a 67% drop). The consistency of these percentage drops across all settings presets confirms that resolution scaling is purely GPU-bound in this configuration. The CPU's performance headroom is evidenced by the fact that even at 1080p Low with 176 FPS, the frame rate is not capped by processor limits — the i5-14600K's 5.30 GHz boost clock and 24 MB shared L3 cache provide ample single-threaded performance for Outriders' game logic.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1080p, the system delivers playable frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 176 FPS, which is well above any refresh rate target. Medium settings average 128 FPS with a minimum of 109 FPS and maximum of 148 FPS, providing a smooth experience on 120 Hz displays. High settings average 96 FPS, which is suitable for 60 Hz and 75 Hz monitors. Ultra settings average 70 FPS, still playable but with no headroom for demanding scenes.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates remain respectable but begin to show the GPU's limitations. Low settings average 111 FPS, maintaining high-refresh-rate capability. Medium settings average 81 FPS with a range of 69 to 93 FPS, which dips below 75 Hz in the minimum case. High settings average 61 FPS, right at the 60 Hz threshold. Ultra settings drop to 44 FPS average, which falls below the 60 FPS playability standard many users expect.

At 4K, the results are marginal. Low settings average 58 FPS, which is technically playable but below 60 FPS. Medium settings average 42 FPS with a minimum of 36 FPS and maximum of 49 FPS, making for a noticeably choppy experience. High settings average 32 FPS, and Ultra settings average 23 FPS — both are effectively unplayable for a looter shooter that requires responsive aiming and movement. The 4K Medium data, with its recorded min and max values, shows a 13 FPS variance that indicates inconsistent frame pacing under load.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data supports a clear recommendation hierarchy. For 1080p users, High settings at 96 FPS average provides the best balance of visual quality and performance, as it stays comfortably above 60 FPS while offering significant visual improvements over Low. Medium settings at 128 FPS average is the choice for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, and the 109 FPS minimum ensures no drops below 100 FPS in typical gameplay. Ultra at 70 FPS is viable but not recommended for twitchy combat due to the lack of headroom.

For 1440p, High settings at 61 FPS average is the recommended preset, as it achieves the 60 FPS threshold while maintaining visual fidelity. Medium settings at 81 FPS average offers a smoother experience but with reduced graphical quality; the 69 FPS minimum means occasional dips below 70 FPS. Low settings at 111 FPS is the choice for players prioritizing frame rate over visuals. Ultra at 44 FPS is not recommended for serious play, as the sub-60 FPS average will hinder combat responsiveness.

At 4K, only Low settings at 58 FPS average approaches playability, and even this is marginal. Medium settings at 42 FPS average and below are not recommended for Outriders, as the game's fast-paced combat demands consistent frame delivery. The data suggests that 4K play requires either a more powerful GPU or acceptance of Low settings with frame rate instability. The 4K Medium minimum of 36 FPS demonstrates the variance that makes these settings untenable for the genre.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600K provides substantial computational resources that are underutilized in Outriders. With 14 cores (6 performance and 8 efficiency), 20 threads, and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, the CPU delivers strong single-threaded performance as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2064 and Geekbench single-core score of 2491. The 24 MB shared L3 cache and per-core L2 cache of 2 MB provide ample memory hierarchy for game workloads.

The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are equally robust, with Cinebench R23 multi-core scoring 24491 and Geekbench multi-core scoring 16673. The PassMark multithread score of 38682 and floating-point math score of 92794 indicate the processor can handle heavy compute loads without becoming a bottleneck. However, in Outriders, the GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions and settings above 1080p Low.

Evidence of the CPU's headroom is visible in the frame rate scaling. At 1080p Low, the system hits 176 FPS, and the CPU maintains this without becoming a constraint. The benchmark results show the i5-14600K ranks in the 90th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48618. This places it just 0.2% below the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H and 0.3% above the AMD EPYC 4345P, confirming it is a top-tier processor for gaming workloads. The CPU's 125 W TDP and Intel Socket 1700 compatibility make it a straightforward choice for gaming builds, and its performance characteristics ensure it will not limit the Arc B570 in Outriders under any tested configuration.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1440p High settings at 61 FPS average is the highest resolution that maintains a 60 FPS baseline. At 1080p, all settings presets exceed 70 FPS average, with Medium at 128 FPS and High at 96 FPS providing the best experiences.

Q: Can this system run Outriders at 4K?

A: 4K is only marginally playable at Low settings, which averages 58 FPS. Medium settings average 42 FPS with a 36 FPS minimum, and High and Ultra average 32 FPS and 23 FPS respectively, making those presets unplayable.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B570's average benchmark score of 20556 is 0.1% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534) and 0.1% lower than the Intel Arc A750 (20582). It trails the AMD Radeon R9 M390X by 0.5% and leads the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M by 0.4%.

Q: Is the Core i5-14600K a bottleneck in Outriders?

A: No. The i5-14600K ranks in the 90th percentile among all CPUs with an average score of 48618, and frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K follows a consistent GPU-bound pattern. The CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample performance for the game.

Q: What settings preset offers the smoothest 1440p experience?

A: Medium settings at 1440p average 81 FPS with a 69 FPS minimum and 93 FPS maximum, providing the smoothest experience above 60 FPS. High settings average 61 FPS, which is at the playability threshold.

Q: How much performance drops from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 96 FPS at 1080p to 61 FPS at 1440p (a 36% reduction) and then to 32 FPS at 4K (a 67% reduction from 1080p). This scaling confirms the GPU is the primary limiting component.