Outriders

The Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination produces a wide range of frame rates in Outriders, depending entirely on resolution and preset. The data shows a system that can handle high-refresh 1080p gaming with ease, but struggles to maintain smooth performance at 4K on higher settings. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across all twelve tested configurations, examining the roles of the CPU and GPU, and how the scaling between resolutions reveals the bottleneck.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is the primary driver of visual output in this configuration. Its specifications within the Ampere architecture define its performance ceiling in Outriders. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1500 MHz and a boost clock of 1725 MHz, paired with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus. This memory configuration provides a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s, which is a critical factor for feeding the shading units at high resolutions. The card's 5888 shading units and 184 texture mapping units are responsible for the raw computational throughput, while 96 ROPs handle the final pixel output.

In the measured results, the RTX 3070 shows a clear pattern of performance scaling with settings. At 1920x1080, the GPU is rarely the limiting factor. The jump from Low to Ultra settings at this resolution shows a progressive decrease in average FPS, from 276 down to 109. However, the most telling data points come from the 4K results. At 3840x2160, the GPU's workload increases dramatically. The average FPS at High settings drops to 50, and at Ultra settings, it falls to 36. This indicates that the 8 GB VRAM capacity and the 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are being saturated by the higher resolution and texture loads. The card's 46 RT cores and 184 tensor cores are present in the hardware, but their specific impact on Outriders is not isolated in this data; the overall frame rate is what reflects their combined performance.

The RTX 3070's benchmark scores place it in the 61st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17208. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, which scores 17083 and is 0.7% slower, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690, which scores 17037 and is 1% slower. These close margins indicate that the RTX 3070 sits at a specific performance tier, and the Outriders results reflect this position. The GPU's 20.31 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is a theoretical measure, but the practical results in Outriders show that it can deliver 276 FPS at Low 1080p, yet only 36 FPS at Ultra 4K. This spread of 240 FPS between the most and least demanding tested configurations highlights the GPU's sensitivity to workload.

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

The Intel Core i7-14700KF serves as the central processor, and its high core count and clock speeds ensure it does not become a bottleneck in most scenarios. This CPU has 20 cores and 28 threads, a configuration that provides substantial parallel processing capability. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz, which can boost up to 5.60 GHz under load, making it exceptionally responsive for single-threaded tasks common in game logic. The processor is built on the Raptor Lake architecture and features a substantial L3 cache of 33 MB shared across the cores.

In the context of Outriders, the CPU's role is most evident at lower resolutions where the GPU has less work to do. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS reaches 276. This high number suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with frames at a very fast rate. The data does not include a specific CPU-bound test, but the fact that the frame rate at 1080p Low is nearly three times higher than at 4K Low (276 vs 92) implies that the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads are more than sufficient for a looter shooter like Outriders, which typically uses only a fraction of available threads for game simulation and draw calls.

The i7-14700KF's benchmark results show its overall strength. It scores 44167 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 6235 in single-core, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score is 70163, with its nearest rival being the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, which scores 69996 and is 0.2% slower. This marginal difference confirms that the i7-14700KF is at the top of its performance class. The CPU's 125 W TDP is a specification for power consumption, but it does not directly correlate with gaming performance. For this game, the data indicates that the CPU provides a solid foundation, allowing the RTX 3070 to operate at its full potential without being held back by processor limitations.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

Analyzing the FPS drop across resolutions reveals a clear shift in the bottleneck. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 276 at 1920x1080 to 175 at 2560x1440, and then to 92 at 3840x2160. This represents a 36.6% decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a 47.4% decrease from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is not linear, indicating that the GPU is becoming increasingly constrained as the pixel count rises. At 1080p, the CPU has enough headroom to push frames quickly, but the GPU's rendering workload at 4K becomes the dominant factor.

For High settings, the trend is similar but with lower absolute numbers. The average FPS is 152 at 1080p, 96 at 1440p, and 50 at 4K. This is a 36.8% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 47.9% drop from 1440p to 4K. The consistency of these percentage drops across Low and High settings indicates that the GPU is the primary scaling factor. The CPU's performance remains constant regardless of resolution, so the frame rate changes are almost entirely attributable to the GPU's pixel throughput.

The Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling. At 1080p, the average FPS is 109. This drops to 69 at 1440p, a 36.7% decrease, and then to 36 at 4K, a 47.8% decrease from 1440p. The 4K Ultra result of 36 FPS is below the threshold for smooth gameplay, confirming that the RTX 3070 is overstretched at this configuration. The data suggests that the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for the demands of 4K Ultra in Outriders. The limiting component is unequivocally the GPU, as the CPU's performance metrics remain static and are more than capable of handling the game's logic at any of these resolutions.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Outriders?

A: The highest average FPS is 276, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the RTX 3070's GPU benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The RTX 3070 has an average benchmark score of 17208, while its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, scores 17083, making the RX 7600 XT 0.7% slower.

Q: What is the average FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 128, with a minimum of 108 and a maximum of 147.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The average FPS drops significantly to 50 at High settings and 36 at Ultra settings, while the CPU's performance is static and not a bottleneck.

Q: What is the comboRankInGame for this specific CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The combo ranks 1244 out of 3710 tested combinations in Outriders.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1920x1080 with Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS recorded at 1920x1080 with Medium settings is 172, with an average of 202 and a maximum of 232.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, all settings are playable. Low settings yield an average of 276 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings provide 202 FPS, a good balance between visual quality and speed. High settings at 152 FPS are still very smooth, while Ultra at 109 FPS remains acceptable for most users.

At 2560x1440, the choice becomes more critical. Low settings produce 175 FPS, and Medium settings produce 128 FPS, both excellent for fast-paced action. High settings at 96 FPS are still playable, but Ultra at 69 FPS is starting to show strain. For a smooth experience at 1440p, Medium settings are recommended as they provide a high frame rate while maintaining a reasonable level of visual fidelity. The data shows that the jump from Medium to High costs 32 FPS on average, which is a significant trade-off.

For 3840x2160, the options are more limited. Low settings achieve 92 FPS, which is playable. Medium settings drop to 67 FPS, which is borderline for a smooth experience. High settings at 50 FPS and Ultra at 36 FPS are not recommended for action-heavy gameplay. The best experience at 4K is achieved with Low settings, as it is the only preset that consistently stays above 90 FPS. The data suggests that the GPU is not powerful enough for high-fidelity 4K gaming in Outriders, and users should prioritize frame rate over visual detail at this resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The complete set of measured FPS data for the Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 in Outriders is as follows.

At 1920x1080:

• Low: Average FPS 276.
• Medium: Average FPS 202, with a minimum of 172 and a maximum of 232.
• High: Average FPS 152.
• Ultra: Average FPS 109.

At 2560x1440:

• Low: Average FPS 175.
• Medium: Average FPS 128, with a minimum of 108 and a maximum of 147.
• High: Average FPS 96.
• Ultra: Average FPS 69.

At 3840x2160:

• Low: Average FPS 92.
• Medium: Average FPS 67, with a minimum of 57 and a maximum of 77.
• High: Average FPS 50.
• Ultra: Average FPS 36.

These numbers show a consistent pattern of diminishing returns as settings increase. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 167 FPS, while at 4K it is only 56 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is more sensitive to settings changes at lower resolutions where it has more headroom. At 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that even reducing settings from Ultra to Low only recovers 56 FPS, which is still below the 92 FPS achieved at Low. The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum values, showing a 20 FPS variance at 1080p, a 39 FPS variance at 1440p, and a 20 FPS variance at 4K, suggesting some level of scene complexity variation.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is ranked 1244 out of 3710 total tested combos in Outriders. This places it in the upper third of all configurations in the database. The percentile ranking indicates that while this combo is not at the absolute top, it outperforms a significant majority of other hardware pairings tested for this game.

The rank of 1244 out of 3710 reflects a balanced system where the high-end CPU supports a mid-range to high-end GPU. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking among all processors ensures that there is no bottleneck from the processing side. The GPU's 61st percentile ranking is the limiting factor, as it is a solid performer but not a top-tier card. The combination of a top-tier CPU with a solid GPU results in a system that is better than the sum of its parts in many scenarios, but the GPU ultimately caps the maximum performance.

This specific rank suggests that for Outriders, the RTX 3070 is the component that most users would consider upgrading to achieve a higher ranking. The data shows that while the CPU can easily handle the game, the GPU's performance at 4K is the primary constraint. The combo's rank of 1244 means there are 1243 other configurations that perform better, likely featuring more powerful GPUs. For users with this combo, the measured FPS data provides a clear picture of what to expect, and the rank serves as a benchmark for how this system stacks up against the broader field of tested hardware.