Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not places the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination in a specific performance envelope that shifts dramatically with resolution. The measured data reveals a system that is exceptionally capable at 1080p, very strong at 1440p, and only begins to show strain at 4K, particularly when settings are pushed to Ultra. This pairing demonstrates a classic balance where the CPU's headroom becomes increasingly less relevant as pixel count rises, handing the performance baton to the GPU.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and telling. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 196 FPS at 1920x1080 to 124 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 72 FPS. Moving to 3840x2160 drops the average further to 65 FPS, meaning the 4K High result is just 33% of the 1080p High figure. This scaling pattern is a clear indicator that the RTX 2070 SUPER becomes the primary limiter as resolution increases; the GPU is simply being asked to render far more pixels.

The Low settings preset amplifies this trend. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 247 FPS, which drops to 156 FPS at 1440p and then to 82 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 4K Low is 165 FPS, showing that even with reduced graphical load, the 4K resolution presents a formidable challenge. The delta between High and Low at each resolution also narrows as resolution increases: a 51 FPS gap at 1080p, a 32 FPS gap at 1440p, and a 17 FPS gap at 4K. This compression suggests that at 4K, the absolute ceiling of the GPU's rendering capacity is being hit, making the settings choice less impactful than the raw pixel throughput.

Ultra settings provide the most dramatic evidence of a GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 138 FPS, which is still smooth, but at 4K Ultra, the average plummets to 45 FPS. This 93 FPS drop across the resolution range is proportionally larger than the drops seen on lower presets, reinforcing that the combination of maximum graphical fidelity and 4K resolution overwhelms the 2070 SUPER's capabilities. The data implies that for 4K gaming, users would need to compromise significantly on quality or accept lower frame rates, whereas 1080p and 1440p offer far more headroom.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the decisive factor in these results. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p but becomes a constraint at 4K with high-detail textures. The GPU's base clock of 1605 MHz and boost clock of 1770 MHz drive its 2560 shading units, and the benchmark scores reflect a mid-range to upper-mid-range standing. With a percentile rank of 65 against all GPUs and an average benchmark score of 20282, it sits in a competitive position, though its nearest rivals—the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, Intel Arc B570, and Intel Arc A750—are all within 1.5% of its average score, indicating a tightly contested performance tier.

The measured FPS data aligns with the GPU's architectural strengths. The passmark G3D score of 18169 and the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1651 suggest solid DirectX 12 performance, which is relevant for a modern title like Ready Or Not. However, the GPU's compute capabilities, represented by a passmark GPU compute score of 7557, are not the bottleneck; instead, the rasterization throughput at higher resolutions is what limits the combo. The fact that 4K Ultra yields only 45 FPS while 1080p Ultra yields 138 FPS indicates that the GPU's pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth are being saturated, rather than its compute or shading units being underutilized.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is another factor. At 4K Ultra, game assets and textures likely approach or exceed this limit, causing performance to degrade. The data shows a 20 FPS difference between 4K High (65 FPS) and 4K Medium (71 FPS), and a larger 26 FPS drop from Medium to Ultra (45 FPS), which suggests that the Ultra preset's additional memory pressure is disproportionately costly. This is a GPU-bound scenario where the 2070 SUPER's 12 nm Turing architecture, with 40 RT cores and 320 tensor cores, is working at its limits.

How This Combo Ranks

Among the 3714 tested combinations in Ready Or Not, this pairing of the Ryzen 7 7700 and RTX 2070 SUPER achieves a rank of 2139. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the overall distribution, meaning that while it is not a top-tier configuration, it outperforms a substantial number of other setups. The rank of 2139 out of 3714 indicates that roughly 57% of tested combos deliver better performance, which is a sobering context for a system that feels very fast at 1080p.

This ranking is influenced by the GPU's relative position in the broader market. The RTX 2070 SUPER has a percentile rank of 65 against all GPUs, meaning it is better than 65% of them, but when paired with a high-end CPU like the Ryzen 7 7700, the overall combo rank is dragged down by the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions. The CPU itself is strong, with a percentile rank of 87 against all CPUs, but the combo's in-game performance is gated by the GPU in most scenarios.

It is worth remembering the combo rank of 2139 is a global figure across all tested CPUs and GPUs. The data does not specify how this combo ranks against similar CPU-GPU pairings, but the implication is that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the weaker link. For users with this specific setup, the rank suggests that upgrading the GPU would yield a more significant improvement in Ready Or Not than upgrading the CPU, given that the CPU already sits in the 87th percentile.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers outstanding performance across all presets. Low settings produce an average of 247 FPS, which is exceptionally high. Medium settings average 216 FPS, with a minimum of 183 FPS and a maximum of 248 FPS, showing consistent frame delivery. High settings average 196 FPS, and even Ultra settings maintain a playable 138 FPS average. This resolution is clearly where the combo shines, with all presets exceeding the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin and most exceeding 120 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected decline. Low settings average 156 FPS, which is still excellent. Medium settings average 136 FPS, with a minimum of 116 FPS and a maximum of 156 FPS. High settings average 124 FPS, and Ultra settings average 87 FPS. All presets remain above 60 FPS, making 1440p a very viable resolution for this combo, but the Ultra preset's 87 FPS average suggests that users may prefer High or Medium for a smoother experience with more headroom.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings average 82 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for a tactical shooter where responsiveness matters. Medium settings average 71 FPS, with a minimum of 60 FPS and a maximum of 82 FPS, placing it right at the edge of playability. High settings average 65 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 45 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and likely to feel sluggish. The 4K data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming, with 4K requiring significant settings compromises.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is a formidable processor that provides ample headroom for this game. With 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture, it offers a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The CPU's benchmark scores are impressive, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18760 and a single-core score of 1930, indicating strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 8484 and max-thread score of 8479 show consistent scaling across threads, which is beneficial for modern games that can utilize multiple cores.

In Ready Or Not, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU at higher resolutions. The fact that 1080p Low produces 247 FPS while 4K Low produces 82 FPS suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor at 1080p, as the frame rate is high enough to indicate excellent CPU efficiency. The CPU's passmark multi-thread score of 34470 and single-thread score of 4063 support this, as they indicate a processor that can handle high instruction throughput. However, at 4K, the CPU's performance is irrelevant because the GPU is saturated.

The Ryzen 7 7700's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support (with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth) provide a solid foundation for feeding the GPU. The CPU's 87th percentile rank against all CPUs places it well above average, and its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 and Intel Core 5 221E, are within 0.2% of its average benchmark score, confirming it is a top-tier performer. For this game, the CPU is unlikely to be a bottleneck at any resolution, as the data shows the GPU is the primary constraint.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 196 FPS is an excellent choice, offering a balance of visual quality and performance that far exceeds the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset at 138 FPS is also viable for users who prioritize image quality, as it remains well above playable levels. The Medium preset at 216 FPS provides even more headroom, but the visual gains from High are likely worth the slight FPS reduction.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 124 FPS is the recommended option, as it delivers smooth gameplay with good visual fidelity. The Medium preset at 136 FPS offers a marginal improvement in frame rate, but the difference is small. The Ultra preset at 87 FPS is playable but may exhibit occasional dips, so users with high-refresh-rate monitors may prefer High or Medium. The Low preset at 156 FPS is unnecessary unless the user is chasing maximum frame rates for competitive play.

For 3840x2160, the data suggests that the Medium preset at 71 FPS is the best choice, as it maintains an average above 60 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS. The High preset at 65 FPS is also acceptable, but the Medium preset provides a more stable experience. The Low preset at 82 FPS offers the highest frame rate at 4K, but the visual compromise may be too significant for a game like Ready Or Not, where environmental detail is important. The Ultra preset at 45 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below the playability threshold and would likely detract from the gameplay experience.

FAQ

Q: Is the RTX 2070 SUPER capable of running Ready Or Not at 4K?

A: The data shows that at 4K, the combo averages 65 FPS on High settings and 71 FPS on Medium settings, with a minimum of 60 FPS on Medium. This indicates that 4K is playable, but only with settings compromises; the Ultra preset drops to 45 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 7700 perform in this game?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700 is a high-end CPU with a percentile rank of 87 against all CPUs. Its strong multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18760, suggests it is not a bottleneck in Ready Or Not, as the frame rates are primarily limited by the GPU.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1440p monitor?

A: For 2560x1440, the High preset at 124 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 87 FPS is also playable, but High provides more headroom for maintaining a stable frame rate.

Q: Why does the frame rate drop so significantly from 1080p to 4K?

A: The drop is due to the GPU becoming the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The RTX 2070 SUPER has 8 GB of VRAM and a 256-bit memory bus, which are taxed heavily at 4K. The data shows a 131 FPS drop from 1080p High (196 FPS) to 4K High (65 FPS), indicating the GPU's rendering capacity is the constraint.

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

A: This combo ranks 2139 out of 3714 tested combinations in Ready Or Not. While it outperforms a portion of systems, the GPU's mid-range standing (65th percentile) holds back the overall ranking, despite the CPU's strong 87th percentile position.

Q: Is the Ultra preset viable at any resolution?

A: Yes, at 1080p Ultra the combo averages 138 FPS, which is smooth and playable. At 1440p Ultra, the average is 87 FPS, which is still acceptable. However, at 4K Ultra, the average drops to 45 FPS, making it unsuitable for a responsive tactical shooter experience.