Outriders

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is a combination that delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Outriders, though it struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K with higher presets. The data shows this pairing ranks in the 32nd percentile of all tested combinations, indicating that while it is not at the top tier, it offers a balanced performance profile for a game that responds well to both CPU and GPU resources.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1080p gaming with this combo?

A: Based on the measured data, the "High" preset at 1920x1080 delivers an average of 113 FPS, which is an excellent balance of visual quality and performance. The "Ultra" preset drops to 81 FPS, while "Medium" runs at 150 FPS and "Low" at 207 FPS, so High offers a strong sweet spot for smooth gameplay without sacrificing too much fidelity.

Q: Can this combo handle 1440p gaming comfortably?

A: Yes, the data indicates that 2560x1440 is very playable. The "High" preset achieves an average of 71 FPS, and "Medium" reaches 95 FPS. The "Ultra" preset drops to 51 FPS, which is playable but may feel less smooth, while "Low" hits 131 FPS for competitive play.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with the RTX 2060 SUPER and i7-13700K?

A: 4K gaming is only viable at lower settings. At 3840x2160, the "Low" preset averages 68 FPS, and "Medium" averages 50 FPS. However, "High" drops to 37 FPS, and "Ultra" falls to 27 FPS, making those presets unsuitable for a smooth experience at this resolution.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all other tested configurations?

A: The combination ranks 2514 out of 3710 tested combos in Outriders. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the field, meaning there are many faster configurations, but it still provides a competent experience for most gaming scenarios.

Q: What is the performance difference between the "Medium" and "High" presets at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the "Medium" preset averages 150 FPS, while "High" averages 113 FPS. That is a 37 FPS difference (roughly 25% lower performance on High), but High still delivers a very fluid experience, making the visual upgrade potentially worth the frame rate trade-off.

Q: Does the i7-13700K bottleneck the RTX 2060 SUPER in this game?

A: The data suggests this is a balanced pairing. The CPU has 16 cores and 24 threads with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, which is more than capable for Outriders. The GPU's 8 GB of VRAM and 1650 MHz boost clock are the limiting factors at higher resolutions, so the CPU is unlikely to hold back the GPU in most scenarios.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is built on the Turing architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is a critical factor in Outriders, as the game's environments and effects can be memory-intensive. The GPU’s base clock of 1470 MHz and boost clock of 1650 MHz, combined with 2176 shading units, deliver a raw compute performance of 7.181 TFLOPS.

The measured results show a clear pattern: the GPU is the primary driver of performance scaling as settings increase. At 1080p, moving from "Low" to "Ultra" reduces the average frame rate from 207 FPS to 81 FPS, a drop of 126 FPS. This indicates that the higher presets demand significantly more from the GPU's shading units and memory subsystem. The 8 GB VRAM capacity becomes a notable constraint at 4K resolution, where the "Ultra" preset averages only 27 FPS, suggesting the card is running out of memory bandwidth or capacity to maintain fluid frame times.

The RTX 2060 SUPER sits at the 62nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 18093. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile (deltaPct -0.4) and the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (deltaPct -0.5), showing that it is competitive with those parts in synthetic tests. In Outriders specifically, the GPU's performance is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but the data clearly shows that it is not designed for maxed-out 4K gaming, where even the "High" preset cannot hold 60 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Outriders, the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER pairing ranks 2514 out of 3710 combos. This puts it in the 68th percentile from the bottom, meaning it outperforms roughly one-third of all tested systems but is behind the majority. This is a mid-tier ranking, reflecting the GPU's position as an older mid-range part paired with a very strong CPU.

The CPU itself is a top-tier performer, ranking in the 89th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 46881. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (deltaPct -0.2) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (deltaPct 0.5), showing that the i7-13700K is statistically on par with these high-end processors. This suggests that the combo's ranking is largely held back by the GPU, which ranks in the 62nd percentile among all GPUs. The 2514th rank in-game reflects the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions, while the CPU ensures that lower-resolution performance remains strong.

The data implies that if you were to upgrade the GPU to a more powerful model, this combo would jump significantly in the rankings, as the CPU has ample headroom to drive faster graphics cards. Conversely, the current ranking shows that the GPU is the bottleneck in most scenarios, particularly at 1440p and 4K with higher presets.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, the measured data points to the "High" preset at 1920x1080 as the optimal choice. It delivers an average of 113 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, while still providing a substantial visual upgrade over "Medium" and "Low." The "Ultra" preset at 1080p drops to 81 FPS, which is still playable, but the 32 FPS loss from High may not justify the marginal visual gains.

At 2560x1440, the "High" preset averages 71 FPS, making it the recommended choice for a balance of fidelity and performance. The "Medium" preset at 95 FPS is also a strong option if you prefer higher frame rates, while "Ultra" at 51 FPS is borderline and may result in occasional stutters on demanding scenes. For 4K, the "Low" preset is the only playable option, averaging 68 FPS, though "Medium" at 50 FPS could be acceptable for players who prioritize visuals over smoothness.

The data shows diminishing returns when moving from "High" to "Ultra" at every resolution. At 1080p, the drop is 32 FPS, at 1440p it is 20 FPS, and at 4K it is 10 FPS. This suggests that "High" is the sweet spot for this hardware, offering the best compromise between visual quality and frame rate stability across all resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the results show a wide range of performance depending on the settings preset. The "Low" preset averages 207 FPS, which is exceptionally high and ideal for competitive play. "Medium" averages 150 FPS, with a minimum of 128 FPS and a maximum of 173 FPS, indicating good frame time consistency. "High" averages 113 FPS, which is still very smooth for most players. "Ultra" drops to an average of 81 FPS, which is playable but shows the GPU struggling with the highest fidelity settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. "Low" averages 131 FPS, providing a fast experience for those who prioritize frame rate. "Medium" averages 95 FPS, with a minimum of 81 FPS and a maximum of 109 FPS, showing a consistent performance profile. "High" averages 71 FPS, which is right at the edge of high-refresh-rate gaming. "Ultra" averages 51 FPS, which may feel less fluid but is still technically playable.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. "Low" averages 68 FPS, which is the only preset that maintains a comfortable frame rate. "Medium" averages 50 FPS, with a minimum of 42 FPS and a maximum of 57 FPS, indicating noticeable frame dips in demanding scenes. "High" averages 37 FPS, which is below the ideal threshold for smooth gameplay. "Ultra" averages 27 FPS, which is not recommended for a satisfying experience.

The data shows a consistent pattern: the gap between "Low" and "Ultra" widens as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference is 126 FPS; at 1440p, it is 80 FPS; and at 4K, it is 41 FPS. This indicates that the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute power are stretched thinner at higher resolutions, making lower presets necessary for playable frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor from the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. It features 30 MB of shared L3 cache and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 30745 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2116 in single-core, placing it in the 89th percentile among all CPUs.

In Outriders, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with enough data to maintain high frame rates. The data shows that at 1080p with "Low" settings, the combination achieves 207 FPS, which is a strong indicator that the CPU can handle high frame rate scenarios without becoming a bottleneck. The 16 cores and 24 threads provide ample headroom for the game's physics and AI calculations, even when many entities are on screen.

The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (deltaPct -0.2) and the Intel Xeon w3-2535 (deltaPct 0.5), show that the i7-13700K is statistically tied with these high-end parts in average benchmark scores. This means that in a game like Outriders, which is not heavily multi-threaded, the CPU's strong single-core performance (boost clock of 5.40 GHz) is likely more important than its core count.

The measured FPS data suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this combo. At 1080p "Low," the 207 FPS average is likely near the GPU's maximum output, not the CPU's limit. As resolution increases, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, further confirming that the i7-13700K provides a stable platform that allows the RTX 2060 SUPER to perform to its full potential. For players using this combo, the CPU will not hold back performance in Outriders, even with future GPU upgrades.