Outriders

The Intel Core i5-9400 and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT combination delivers a playable but distinctly varied experience in Outriders, with performance heavily dependent on resolution and preset selection. The data indicates a clear shift from GPU-bound behavior at lower resolutions to a more strenuous load at 4K, where the 6-core/6-thread processor’s capabilities become a defining factor. This pairing sits in the 2954th position out of 3710 tested combos, placing it in the lower half of the database, yet the measured frames reveal that it can still hit smooth, high-refresh-rate targets at 1080p.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-9400 is a 6-core, 6-thread processor based on the Coffee Lake architecture, running on a 14 nm process node. It operates at a base clock of 2.90 GHz and can boost up to 4.10 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. Its cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and a shared 9 MB L3 cache. Memory support is DDR4 via a dual-channel interface, providing a theoretical bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. The processor sits at the 47th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 2254.

In synthetic benchmarks, the i5-9400 scores 6629 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 935 in single-core. Its Geekbench scores are 5141 multi-core and 1389 single-core. The nearest rivals in the database show how tightly clustered this processor is with its contemporaries. The Intel Core i7-1068NG7 scores 2259 (a -0.2% delta), the Intel Core i7-10710U scores 2248 (a 0.3% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 scores 2246 (a 0.4% delta), and the Intel Core i3-10305 scores 2264 (a -0.4% delta). All four rivals are within a fraction of a percent of the i5-9400’s average score, indicating that this CPU’s raw computational throughput is essentially on par with that group.

For Outriders, a looter shooter that relies on consistent frame pacing during combat, the CPU’s 6 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p, where the measured average FPS reaches as high as 128 on Low settings. The data shows that at 2560x1440, the processor still provides enough headroom for 110 FPS on Low, but the gap between Low and High settings widens as resolution increases. At 3840x2160, the Low preset yields 72 FPS, but the High preset drops to 39 FPS. This suggests that while the CPU can maintain a baseline level of performance, the higher graphical loads at 4K place a greater strain on the entire system, with the processor’s single-core performance — a 935 score in Cinebench R23 — becoming a limiting factor at Ultra settings, where the frame rate falls to 28 FPS.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture using a 6 nm process at TSMC, with the Navi 33 chip (codenamed "Hotpink Bonefish"). It features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1980 MHz, a game clock of 2470 MHz, and a boost clock of 2755 MHz, with memory running at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective). The card includes 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units, along with 32 ray accelerators. Its compute capabilities are rated at 22.57 TFLOPS for FP32 and FP16 (1:1).

The GPU sits at the 60th percentile among all GPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 17083. Its nearest rivals show a tight grouping: the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 scores 17037 (a 0.3% delta), the AMD Radeon HD 7970M scores 17019 (a 0.4% delta), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 scores 17208 (a -0.7% delta), and the NVIDIA Tesla M4 scores 16932 (a 0.9% delta). In the Passmark G3D test, the RX 7600 XT scores 17132, and it achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2348.

In Outriders, the RX 7600 XT’s 16 GB VRAM is a notable asset, as the game’s Ultra preset at 4K still only yields 28 FPS average, which indicates that the bottleneck shifts from memory capacity to raw rasterization throughput. The GPU’s boost clock of 2755 MHz allows it to push 128 FPS at 1080p on Low, but the frame rate scales down predictably as resolution increases. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset drops to 54 FPS, while at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset hits 28 FPS. The data suggests that the card is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming in this title, where it can maintain playable frame rates across all presets. The measured FPS at 1080p Medium (114 FPS) and 1440p Medium (98 FPS) show that the GPU’s 288.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for the game’s texture streaming demands, but the 4K Ultra result of 28 FPS highlights the limitations of the 128-bit memory interface at higher resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Outriders to achieve a 60 FPS average?*

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset achieves 75 FPS, and the Medium preset achieves 98 FPS, while the Low preset reaches 110 FPS. At 3840x2160, only the Low preset (72 FPS) and Medium preset (52 FPS) come close to 60 FPS, but they do not consistently exceed it.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-9400 has an average benchmark score of 2254. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core i7-1068NG7 (2259, -0.2% delta), the Intel Core i7-10710U (2248, 0.3% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 (2246, 0.4% delta), and the Intel Core i3-10305 (2264, -0.4% delta). All are within a 0.4% delta of each other.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded with this combo, and at what settings?

A: The highest average FPS is 128, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low settings preset. The next highest is 114 FPS at 1920x1080 on Medium, followed by 110 FPS at 2560x1440 on Low.

*Q: Does the RX 7600 XT have enough VRAM for Outriders at 4K?*

A: The card has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, which is ample for the game’s requirements. However, the measured FPS at 3840x2160 shows that the GPU’s processing power, not VRAM capacity, is the limiting factor, as the Ultra preset only achieves 28 FPS average.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations in Outriders?*

A: This combination ranks 2954th out of 3710 tested combos, placing it in the lower 20% of the database. The data shows that it is capable of high frame rates at lower resolutions but falls behind at 4K Ultra.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves 128 FPS average, while the Ultra preset achieves 86 FPS average. This represents a 42 FPS drop when moving from the lowest to the highest graphical fidelity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Outriders with the Intel Core i5-9400 and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT covers three resolutions and four settings presets, with only the Medium preset reporting minimum and maximum frame times.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset produces a 28 FPS average, which is the lowest recorded result for this combo. The High preset improves this to 39 FPS, while the Medium preset achieves 52 FPS with a minimum of 44 FPS and a maximum of 60 FPS. The Low preset is the only viable option at this resolution, delivering 72 FPS average, which is more than double the Ultra result.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates are significantly more competitive. The Low preset hits 110 FPS, the Medium preset reaches 98 FPS (with a minimum of 83 FPS and a maximum of 112 FPS), and the High preset achieves 75 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold but remains playable for many users.

At 1920x1080, the combo reaches its peak performance. The Low preset delivers 128 FPS, the Medium preset achieves 114 FPS (with a minimum of 97 FPS and a maximum of 131 FPS), and the High preset produces 102 FPS. The Ultra preset at this resolution still manages 86 FPS, which is smooth for most display setups.

The scaling pattern across resolutions shows that the Ultra preset suffers the most from resolution increases, dropping from 86 FPS at 1080p to 54 FPS at 1440p and then to 28 FPS at 4K. In contrast, the Low preset scales more gracefully, going from 128 FPS at 1080p to 110 FPS at 1440p and then to 72 FPS at 4K. The Medium preset, which has full min/max data, shows a consistent delta between resolutions: 114 FPS at 1080p, 98 FPS at 1440p, and 52 FPS at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-9400 + AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT combination is ranked 2954th out of 3710 tested combos in Outriders, placing it in the lower 20% of all configurations. This rank is a reflection of the system’s overall capability, but the raw FPS numbers show that the ranking is heavily influenced by the 4K Ultra result, which drags down the average.

The CPU’s percentile rank of 47 and the GPU’s percentile rank of 60 provide context for the pairing. The processor is slightly below average in the database, while the graphics card is above average. However, the combination rank suggests that the CPU may be holding back the GPU in this specific title, particularly at higher resolutions where the processor’s 6 threads and 9 MB L3 cache are insufficient to maintain high frame rates.

When compared to the nearest rivals of the individual components, the data shows that this combo’s performance is consistent with what would be expected. The CPU’s rivals are all within a 0.4% delta of its average score, and the GPU’s rivals are within a 0.9% delta. This indicates that swapping the CPU or GPU for a direct rival would likely produce similar results in Outriders, though the lack of rival-specific game benchmarks prevents a direct comparison.

The 3710 total combos in the database mean that 756 configurations perform better than this one. The rank of 2954 implies that the combo is better than 756 other tested combinations, but the majority of systems outperform it. This is a mid-to-lower-tier pairing that excels at 1080p but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K, particularly on the Ultra preset.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and the desired frame rate. For a 60 FPS target, the 2560x1440 High preset (75 FPS) is the best balance of visual quality and performance, as it delivers a comfortable margin above 60 FPS without sacrificing too much detail. The 1920x1080 Ultra preset (86 FPS) is also an excellent choice for those with high-refresh-rate monitors, as it provides a smooth experience while maximizing graphical fidelity.

For users who prioritize frame rate above all else, the 1920x1080 Low preset (128 FPS) is the clear winner, offering the highest measured average FPS in the dataset. The Medium preset at 1080p (114 FPS) is a strong alternative that retains more visual detail while staying well above the 100 FPS mark.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset (98 FPS) is the recommended setting for most users, as it provides a near-100 FPS experience that is responsive and visually pleasing. The High preset at this resolution (75 FPS) is also viable for those who prefer higher fidelity, but the drop from 98 FPS to 75 FPS is noticeable. The Ultra preset at 1440p (54 FPS) falls below the 60 FPS threshold, making it less desirable for competitive play.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset (72 FPS) is the only setting that consistently exceeds 60 FPS, making it the sole recommendation for 4K gaming. The Medium preset (52 FPS) is playable but may experience noticeable stutters, while the High (39 FPS) and Ultra (28 FPS) presets are not recommended for a smooth experience. The data suggests that 4K gaming should be avoided unless the user is willing to accept significant compromises in visual quality, as the 16 GB VRAM of the RX 7600 XT does not compensate for the GPU’s limited throughput at this resolution.

Overall, the best experience per the measured rows is achieved at 1920x1080 with the Medium or High preset, where the combo delivers between 102 and 114 FPS, providing a smooth and detailed gameplay experience. For 1440p users, the Medium preset offers the best performance-to-quality ratio, while 4K users should stick to the Low preset to maintain playable frame rates.