Ready Or Not

Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates for Ready Or Not with the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 show a steep and consistent drop as resolution climbs. At 1080p High settings, the combo delivers 411 FPS average. Moving to 1440p High reduces that to 260 FPS, a 37% decline. Stepping up to 4K High further drops performance to 136 FPS, which is 67% below the 1080p result. The pattern is uniform across all settings presets, indicating that the game scales predictably with pixel count rather than exhibiting any anomalous bottlenecks at specific resolutions.

The Low preset shows the most extreme scaling behavior. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 519 FPS average. At 1440p Low, it falls to 327 FPS, and at 4K Low, it lands at 171 FPS. That represents a 66% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The Ultra preset follows a similar trajectory: 289 FPS at 1080p, 182 FPS at 1440p, and 95 FPS at 4K. The fact that even the lowest settings cannot maintain 4K performance above 200 FPS suggests that the RTX 4090's rendering workload, not CPU limitations, dominates at this resolution.

The Medium preset provides the only complete min/max frame data in the measured rows. At 1080p Medium, the average is 452 FPS with a minimum of 385 FPS and maximum of 520 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 286 FPS with a minimum of 243 FPS and maximum of 328 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average is 149 FPS with a minimum of 127 FPS and maximum of 172 FPS. The spread between minimum and maximum FPS narrows at higher resolutions, indicating that frame time variance becomes less pronounced when the GPU is more heavily loaded.

The data reveals that Ready Or Not is highly sensitive to resolution changes. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is larger in absolute FPS terms than the gap between 1440p and 4K. For instance, at High settings, the 1080p-to-1440p drop is 151 FPS, while the 1440p-to-4K drop is 124 FPS. This suggests diminishing returns in frame rate loss as pixel count increases, which is typical for a game that becomes GPU-bound at higher resolutions. The fact that 4K Ultra still produces 95 FPS average indicates that the RTX 4090 has substantial headroom even in the most demanding configuration tested.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture (codenamed Raphael), manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The CPU has a 32 MB shared L3 cache, along with 64 KB L1 and 1 MB L2 per core. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 21,765, while the single-core score is 3,072. These figures place the processor in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs in the benchmark database, with an average benchmark score of 32,750.

In the context of Ready Or Not, the CPU's role appears to be secondary at lower resolutions but becomes more relevant when frame rates reach extreme heights. At 1080p Low, the system produces 519 FPS average, which is an exceptionally high frame rate that could stress CPU throughput. The fact that the 7400F maintains this level suggests that its single-thread performance, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,072, is sufficient to feed the RTX 4090 without becoming a limiting factor in these measurements. The processor's 12 threads also provide enough parallelism for the game's AI and physics calculations, which are typical workloads in a tactical shooter like Ready Or Not.

Nearest rival comparisons show the 7400F sits in a tight cluster of CPUs. The Intel Core i5-14600T has an average score of 32,707, which is 0.1% higher than the 7400F. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H scores 32,697, also 0.2% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32,812, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 scores 32,662, 0.3% lower. These deltas are within noise margins, indicating that the 7400F's compute performance is competitive with these alternatives, though none of these rivals directly correspond to gaming-specific benchmarks.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s via dual-channel DDR5 support could be a factor in Ready Or Not's performance. The game's levels feature dense environments with many interactive objects, and memory bandwidth can influence how quickly assets are streamed. However, the measured FPS data shows no obvious signs of memory-related stuttering, as the minimum FPS values at Medium settings are proportionally consistent with averages across all resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is the dominant component in this configuration. It is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture (chip AD102) using a 5 nm process with 76,300 million transistors on a 609 mm² die. The GPU has 16,384 shading units, 512 texture mapping units, and 176 raster output units. It also includes 128 ray tracing cores and 512 tensor cores. The base clock is 2235 MHz with a boost clock of 2520 MHz. Memory consists of 24 GB of GDDR6X on a 384-bit bus, providing 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth.

In benchmark tests, the RTX 4090 achieves a Passmark G3D score of 38,194 and a Passmark GPU Compute score of 26,613. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 9,223. The GPU falls in the 88th percentile against all GPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 60,347. These figures confirm that the RTX 4090 is near the top of the performance hierarchy, which aligns with its role in producing the high frame rates observed in Ready Or Not.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the database are somewhat surprising. The Intel Arc Pro A60 has an average score of 60,326, essentially matching the RTX 4090 with a 0% delta. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 scores 60,140, which is 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 61,896, which is 2.5% higher. The AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58,657, which is 2.9% lower. These comparisons are based on aggregate benchmark scores and do not reflect gaming performance, but they contextualize the RTX 4090's position in the broader GPU landscape.

In Ready Or Not specifically, the RTX 4090's 24 GB VRAM capacity is unlikely to be a constraint at any of the tested settings. The game's texture requirements at 4K Ultra are substantial, but even the most demanding preset yields 95 FPS average, indicating the GPU has sufficient memory bandwidth and capacity. The 1.01 TB/s memory bandwidth is particularly relevant for a game that loads detailed environments with high-resolution textures, as it allows rapid data transfer between VRAM and the rendering pipeline.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 ranks 117th out of 2,947 tested combos in Ready Or Not. This places the combo in the top 4% of all configurations tested for this game. The rank reflects the GPU's dominant role in determining overall performance, as the RTX 4090 is an end-of-life product with a successor already released, yet it still delivers top-tier frame rates in this title.

The rank of 117 is notable because it is lower than what the raw GPU performance might suggest. This could be attributed to the CPU's mid-range position—the 7400F is a 6-core processor that, while capable, does not match the multi-core throughput of higher-end CPUs. At 1080p, where CPU overhead is more significant, the combo produces 411 FPS at High settings, which is excellent but not the absolute maximum possible. At 4K, the rank improves relatively because the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, and the RTX 4090's strengths are fully utilized.

The data indicates that the combo is well-balanced for 4K gaming, where the GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth are fully exercised. At 1440p, the combo delivers 260 FPS at High settings, which is far beyond what most displays can show. At 1080p, the frame rates exceed 400 FPS, which is relevant for esports-style play, though Ready Or Not is primarily a tactical shooter with slower pacing. The rank of 117 out of 2,947 suggests that there are configurations with faster CPUs that achieve higher frame rates at lower resolutions, but for practical gaming purposes, this combo is exceptionally strong.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which preset to use depending on the target resolution. At 1080p, all presets deliver high frame rates, but the difference between Medium (452 FPS) and Ultra (289 FPS) is significant. Given that Ready Or Not is a tactical shooter where visual clarity can aid in spotting enemies, the Ultra preset at 289 FPS average is still far above the refresh rate of most monitors, making it the recommended choice for 1080p users who prioritize image quality.

At 1440p, the High preset offers 260 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 182 FPS. The High preset is likely the sweet spot, as the frame rate is well above 144 Hz displays and the visual difference between High and Ultra in a game like Ready Or Not is often subtle, particularly in dark indoor environments where the game's lighting engine plays a larger role than texture detail. The Medium preset at 286 FPS is also viable, but the additional visual fidelity of High justifies the 26 FPS reduction.

At 4K, the choice becomes more nuanced. Ultra yields 95 FPS average, which is playable but may not fully utilize high-refresh-rate 4K displays. High yields 136 FPS, which is a significant improvement and likely the best balance of visual quality and performance. Medium at 149 FPS is also strong, but the jump from Medium to High is only 13 FPS, while High to Ultra costs 41 FPS. Therefore, High is the recommended preset for 4K, as it provides a substantial visual upgrade over Medium with minimal performance loss, while Ultra's additional demands yield diminishing returns.

The Low preset is only recommended for users targeting maximum frame rates, such as those with 360 Hz or higher refresh rate displays. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 519 FPS, but the visual compromise is severe for a game that relies on environmental detail for situational awareness. For most users, the Medium preset offers a better balance, with minimum FPS values of 385 at 1080p, 243 at 1440p, and 127 at 4K, ensuring smooth gameplay even in intense firefights.

FAQ

Q: What is the best preset for 4K gaming with this combo?

A: The High preset at 4K delivers 136 FPS average, which is the best balance between visual quality and performance. Ultra drops to 95 FPS, while Medium is only slightly faster at 149 FPS.

Q: Can this combo handle 1080p esports-style play?

A: Yes, at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 519 FPS average, and even at Ultra it maintains 289 FPS. This is far beyond the refresh rate of most monitors.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in compute performance?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32,750. The Intel Core i5-14600T scores 32,707 (0.1% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32,812 (0.2% higher).

Q: Is the RTX 4090's 24 GB VRAM sufficient for Ready Or Not?

A: The data shows no signs of VRAM limitations. The GPU maintains high frame rates at 4K Ultra (95 FPS), indicating 24 GB is more than adequate for this game.

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking in Ready Or Not?

A: The combo ranks 117th out of 2,947 tested configurations, placing it in the top 4% of all combos for this game.

Q: Does the game become CPU-bound at any resolution?

A: At 1080p Low, the system reaches 519 FPS, which suggests the CPU is near its limit. However, at 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor, as frame rates drop by over 60% compared to 1080p.