Ready Or Not

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is an 8-core, 16-thread processor built on the Zen 3 architecture (Vermeer codename) using TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, and it is paired with a 32 MB L3 cache. The processor's multi-threaded capability is reflected in its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15,476, while its single-core strength shows in a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,574.5. In Passmark's multithread test, it scores 27,732, and its single-thread score is 3,445. These synthetic numbers place the CPU at the 81st percentile among all tested CPUs, indicating solid but not class-leading performance.

In Ready Or Not, the CPU's role is most evident at lower resolutions where the GPU is less likely to be the bottleneck. At 1080p, the measured average FPS ranges from 261 at Ultra settings to 469 at Low settings. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 208 FPS, which is substantial and indicates that the game's engine can leverage the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads effectively when the GPU is not saturated. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,586 and max-thread score of 7,578 show that the processor scales well with multi-threaded workloads, which matters for a tactical shooter that must track AI teammates, enemy AI, and environmental interactions simultaneously.

The Ryzen 7 5800X's nearest rivals in aggregate benchmark scores include the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H (deltaPct 0.1, meaning the Ryzen is 0.1% ahead), the Intel Xeon Phi 7210 (deltaPct -0.4, meaning the Xeon is 0.4% ahead), and the Intel Core i5-13500HX (deltaPct -0.5). These differences are negligible, suggesting the 5800X is well-positioned among comparable processors. However, in a game like Ready Or Not, the CPU's single-thread performance (Passmark single-thread score of 3,445) is equally important, as game logic and physics often rely on a few primary threads. The boost clock of 4.70 GHz helps here, and the data shows that at 1080p Low, the combination hits 469 FPS, which is likely CPU-limited given the high frame rate.

The processor's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s (dual-channel DDR4) is worth noting. At 1440p and above, the game becomes more GPU-bound, but at 1080p, memory latency and bandwidth can influence frame times. The measured minimum FPS at 1080p Medium is 348, which is a significant drop from the average of 409, indicating that there are moments where CPU or memory bottlenecks cause frame dips. The 5800X's L3 cache of 32 MB helps mitigate these dips, but the data suggests that in the most demanding scenes, the CPU can still be a limiting factor at very high frame rates.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture (chip AD103) using TSMC's 5 nm process, with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus delivering 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock is 2205 MHz with a boost clock of 2505 MHz, and it houses 9,728 shading units, 304 TMUs, and 112 ROPs. The GPU's raw compute capability is 48.74 TFLOPS for FP32, and its pixel rate is 280.6 GPixel/s. In synthetic benchmarks, the RTX 4080 scores 34,457 in Passmark G3D and 20,671 in Passmark GPU compute, placing it at the 86th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, has a deltaPct of 0.1, meaning the 4080 is 0.1% ahead in aggregate benchmark scores.

In Ready Or Not, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution rises. At 4K (3840x2160), the measured average FPS drops from 155 at Low settings to 86 at Ultra settings. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 69 FPS, which is a 45% reduction in performance. This is a clear sign that the game's higher settings—likely including shadow quality, texture filtering, and post-processing effects—place significant strain on the GPU's shading units and memory bandwidth. The 16 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for this game, as no resolution or setting combination shows signs of VRAM-related stuttering or texture pop-in in the measured data.

The RTX 4080's memory clock of 1400 MHz (22.4 Gbps effective) and 716.8 GB/s bandwidth are critical at 4K Ultra, where the game must push a massive number of pixels. The measured 86 FPS average at 4K Ultra is still playable, but the data shows that the GPU is the primary limiter at this resolution. At 1440p, the gap between Low (296 FPS) and Ultra (165 FPS) is 131 FPS, which is a 44% reduction, similar to the 4K percentage. This consistency suggests that the GPU's workload scales predictably with settings, and the RTX 4080's 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores may be engaged for certain effects, though the game's requirements are not specified in the data.

The GPU's boost clock of 2505 MHz is high, and the measured FPS at 1080p Low (469 FPS) shows that the GPU can push well beyond typical refresh rates. However, at 1080p, the CPU is likely the bottleneck, as the GPU could theoretically deliver even higher frame rates if the processor could keep up. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,567 for the RTX 4080 reflects its DirectX 12 performance, which is relevant since Ready Or Not likely uses DX12 for modern rendering features. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking confirms it is a high-end part, but the benchmark data shows that in this specific game, the CPU at 1080p and the GPU at 4K each take turns limiting performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between 1080p Low and 4K Ultra for this combo?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 469 FPS average, while at 4K Ultra it drops to 86 FPS average. That is a difference of 383 FPS, representing a 81.7% reduction in performance when moving from the lowest settings at 1080p to the highest settings at 4K.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5800X compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800X has an average benchmark score of 29,123, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H scores 29,093. The deltaPct is 0.1, meaning the Ryzen 7 5800X is 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H in aggregate benchmark performance.

Q: Does the RTX 4080 outperform the RTX 4080 SUPER in aggregate benchmarks?

A: No. The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54,247, while the RTX 4080 SUPER scores 54,209. The deltaPct is 0.1, meaning the RTX 4080 is 0.1% ahead of the RTX 4080 SUPER. The difference is essentially negligible.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the measured average FPS is 258, with a minimum FPS of 220 and a maximum FPS of 297. The minimum FPS is 38 FPS below the average, indicating some frame dips during intense gameplay moments.

Q: At which resolution and settings does this combo achieve the highest average FPS?

A: The highest average FPS is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings, where the combo reaches 469 FPS average. The next highest is 1080p Medium at 409 FPS, followed by 1080p High at 372 FPS.

Q: How much faster is the combo at 1440p High compared to 4K High in terms of average FPS?

A: At 2560x1440 High, the average FPS is 235, while at 3840x2160 High, the average FPS is 123. The 1440p result is 112 FPS (or 91.1%) faster than the 4K result.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks 246th out of 3,714 tested combos in Ready Or Not. This places it in the top 6.6% of all tested system configurations for this game. The percentile positioning is strong, but it is not at the very top, which suggests that there are other CPU-GPU pairings that deliver higher frame rates in this title.

The data shows that this combo's ranking is likely held back by the CPU's performance at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the combo achieves 469 FPS at Low settings, which is extremely high, but some higher-end CPUs (likely with better single-thread performance) could push even further. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking is stronger than the CPU's 81st percentile, indicating that the RTX 4080 is the more capable component in this pairing. However, at 4K Ultra, the combo still manages 86 FPS, which is respectable for a demanding tactical shooter.

Given that the combo ranks 246th out of 3,714, it outperforms the vast majority of tested systems. The top 245 combos likely include newer CPUs (such as the Ryzen 7000 series or Intel 13th/14th gen) paired with equally strong GPUs, which can extract slightly higher frame rates, particularly at 1080p where CPU limits are more apparent. The rank is also influenced by the fact that the RTX 4080 is now end-of-life (as indicated in the data), so newer GPUs like the RTX 50 series may appear above it in the rankings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and four settings levels (Low, Medium, High, Ultra). At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 469 (Low) to 261 (Ultra), with Medium at 409 and High at 372. The minimum FPS at 1080p Medium is 348, with a maximum of 471. The spread between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 208 FPS.

At 1440p, the average FPS drops across all settings compared to 1080p. Low settings yield 296 FPS, Medium 258 FPS, High 235 FPS, and Ultra 165 FPS. The minimum FPS at 1440p Medium is 220, with a maximum of 297. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 131 FPS, which is a smaller absolute difference than at 1080p but a similar percentage reduction (44% vs. 44%).

At 4K, the average FPS is significantly lower. Low settings produce 155 FPS, Medium 135 FPS, High 123 FPS, and Ultra 86 FPS. The minimum FPS at 4K Medium is 115, with a maximum of 155. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 69 FPS, which is a 45% reduction. The data shows a consistent pattern: as resolution increases, the absolute FPS drops, and the percentage reduction from Low to Ultra remains roughly constant (44-45%), indicating that the GPU's workload scales linearly with settings across resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target refresh rate and resolution. At 1080p, all settings levels produce frame rates above 261 FPS, which is far beyond any typical display refresh rate (240 Hz or lower). For 1080p users, Ultra settings at 261 FPS offer the best visual quality without sacrificing smoothness, as the frame rate remains well above 240 FPS. If a user has a 360 Hz monitor, High settings at 372 FPS would be more appropriate, while Medium at 409 FPS or Low at 469 FPS would be necessary for 480 Hz displays.

At 1440p, the situation is more nuanced. Ultra settings yield 165 FPS, which is sufficient for 144 Hz or 165 Hz monitors. High settings at 235 FPS would benefit users with 240 Hz displays. Medium at 258 FPS and Low at 296 FPS are excessive for most displays but would be useful for competitive players with high refresh rate monitors. The recommendation for 1440p is to use High settings for most users, as it provides a 235 FPS average with better visual fidelity than Medium, while still being far above the 144 Hz threshold.

At 4K, the data shows that Ultra settings at 86 FPS are playable but not ideal for high refresh rate gaming. High settings at 123 FPS are better for 120 Hz displays, while Medium at 135 FPS offers a slight improvement with minimal visual compromise. Low settings at 155 FPS would be recommended for competitive play or for users with 144 Hz 4K monitors. The best balance for 4K is High settings, which delivers 123 FPS average—sufficient for most displays while maintaining good visual quality.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial and reveals the limiting component at each resolution. Moving from 1080p Low (469 FPS) to 1440p Low (296 FPS) results in a 173 FPS drop (36.9% reduction). From 1440p Low to 4K Low (155 FPS), the drop is another 141 FPS (47.6% reduction). The total drop from 1080p Low to 4K Low is 314 FPS, a 67% reduction.

At High settings, the scaling is similar: 1080p High (372 FPS) to 1440p High (235 FPS) is a 137 FPS drop (36.8%), and 1440p High to 4K High (123 FPS) is a 112 FPS drop (47.7%). The consistency of these percentages across settings levels suggests that the game's rendering load scales predictably with pixel count. The fact that the percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p (around 37%) is smaller than the drop from 1440p to 4K (around 48%) is expected, as 4K has 2.25 times the pixels of 1440p, while 1440p has 1.78 times the pixels of 1080p.

The data indicates that the GPU is the limiting component at all resolutions above 1080p. At 1080p, the CPU is likely the bottleneck, as the GPU could theoretically push more frames if the processor allowed it. The evidence for this is the fact that at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 469 FPS, which is extremely high but still below what the RTX 4080 could deliver with a stronger CPU. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiter, as the frame rates (86-155 FPS) are far below what the CPU could handle. The transition point appears to be around 1440p, where the GPU begins to take over as the primary bottleneck, but the CPU still contributes to frame generation at lower settings.