Outriders

The data for Outriders with an Intel Core i7-14700KF and AMD Radeon RX 570 reveals a pairing where the graphics card is the overwhelming performance bottleneck. The combination of a top-tier 20-core processor with an end-of-life, 4 GB Polaris GPU results in a system that is strictly limited by its graphics subsystem at every resolution and settings level tested. This is a classic case of CPU headroom going unused due to GPU constraints.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent, clearly identifying the GPU as the limiting component. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 100.2 FPS at 1920x1080 to 63.4 FPS at 2560x1440, a 36.7% reduction. Pushing further to 3840x2160 yields just 31.8 FPS, which is less than a third of the 1080p result. This scaling pattern is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario; the processor is not the constraint, as its performance headroom is not being fully utilized.

The trend continues across all quality presets. At Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 69.3 at 1080p to 43.3 at 1440p, and then to 23.1 at 4K. High settings show a similar trajectory: 53.4 FPS at 1080p, 34 FPS at 1440p, and a barely playable 17.2 FPS at 4K. The most demanding Ultra preset produces 38.8 FPS at 1080p, which falls to 23.3 FPS at 1440p and only 15.7 FPS at 4K. The consistent halving of performance with each major resolution step indicates that the RX 570's memory bandwidth and fill rate are being saturated, not the CPU's compute capabilities.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 570 is built on the GCN 4.0 architecture with a Polaris 20 chip. Its specifications show a base clock of 1168 MHz and a boost clock of 1244 MHz, with 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus providing 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is the primary limiting factor in Outriders. The game's asset streaming and texture requirements at higher resolutions and settings quickly exhaust the 4 GB frame buffer, leading to the significant frame rate collapses seen in the data.

The GPU's benchmark scores position it in the 74th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30158. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, with deltaPct values of 0.2% and 0.2% respectively, indicating a surprisingly close average benchmark score. However, these rivals are from a different generation and the RX 570's end-of-life production status is evident in gaming workloads. The 2048 shading units and 32 ROPs are simply insufficient for the demands of a modern looter shooter at high resolutions. The data shows that even at 1080p with Low settings, the GPU is working hard to deliver 100.2 FPS, and any increase in visual fidelity immediately taxes the card.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700KF is a Raptor Lake Refresh part with 20 cores and 28 threads, running at a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. Its benchmark results are exceptional; it scores 44557 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 6290 in single-core, placing it in the 96th percentile of all CPUs. With an average benchmark score of 70104, it sits in a tight cluster with rivals like the Intel Core i7-14700K (deltaPct 0) and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X (deltaPct -0.4%). This is a processor with massive compute headroom.

In Outriders, this CPU's role is entirely secondary. The measured frame rates are so low that the CPU is never the bottleneck. The data indicates that the i7-14700KF is essentially idle, waiting for the RX 570 to deliver frames. The 33 MB of shared L3 cache and high single-thread performance are irrelevant when the GPU is struggling to maintain a 17.2 FPS average at 4K High settings. This is a pairing where the CPU's potential is completely untapped; the processor could easily drive a much more powerful graphics card without breaking a sweat. The benchmark results for the CPU show that it is a top-tier performer, but the gaming data here reflects only the GPU's limitations.

How This Combo Ranks

The combined rank for this specific configuration in Outriders is 1642 out of 1693 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 3% of all systems, which is a direct consequence of the GPU's age and limited memory. The i7-14700KF is a top-5% CPU by benchmark scores, but it is paired with a GPU that sits in the 74th percentile, creating a massive imbalance. The data shows that this combo rank is not indicative of the CPU's capability, but rather a reflection of the severe GPU bottleneck.

This ranking makes sense when considering the GPU's nearest rivals. The RX 570's average benchmark score is close to the RTX 5060 and RX 7700 XT, but those newer cards have far more VRAM and modern features. In a game like Outriders, which can use more than 4 GB of VRAM at higher settings, the RX 570 falls behind in a way that synthetic benchmarks do not capture. The combination rank of 1642 is a warning that despite having a flagship-class CPU, the gaming experience will be poor due to the graphics card. Users looking at this combo should understand that the CPU is not the limiting factor; the GPU is holding the entire system back.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a complete picture of the system's capabilities, and the numbers are consistently low. At 1920x1080, the best result is 100.2 FPS on Low settings, but this is the only playable option. Medium settings drop to 69.3 FPS, High settings to 53.4 FPS, and Ultra falls to 38.8 FPS. While 1080p Low is smooth, any increase in quality introduces noticeable stutter and frame drops.

At 2560x1440, the situation worsens considerably. Low settings produce 63.4 FPS, which is acceptable, but Medium drops to 43.3 FPS and High to 34 FPS. Ultra settings at 1440p yield only 23.3 FPS, which is a poor experience. The 1440p results are all below the ideal range for fast-paced action.

At 3840x2160, the system is not viable for gaming. Low settings average 31.8 FPS, which is borderline, but Medium (23.1 FPS), High (17.2 FPS), and Ultra (15.7 FPS) are all unplayable. The 4K data confirms that this GPU lacks the memory bandwidth and capacity to handle the resolution, regardless of the CPU's power.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the only sensible configuration for this combo is 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is the only setup that delivers an average frame rate above 100 FPS, ensuring a smooth and responsive experience in a game that requires quick reactions. The jump to Medium settings at 1080p costs 31 FPS, which is too steep a price for the visual improvement.

For users who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, 1080p Medium is the absolute maximum this system can handle, offering 69.3 FPS. However, this is a compromise. At 1440p, the system is only suitable for Low settings, which produces 63.4 FPS. Playing at 1440p High or Ultra is not recommended, as the frame rates of 34 and 23.3 respectively are too low for a looter shooter. The 4K resolution is entirely out of the question for this pairing. The data suggests that the RX 570's 4 GB VRAM is the primary constraint, and lowering the resolution and settings is the only way to mitigate its limitations. This is not a balanced system, and the practical advice is to treat it as a 1080p gaming machine with the graphics settings dialed back to Low or Medium.