Ready Or Not

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers a remarkably consistent and high-performing experience in Ready Or Not, placing this combination in the top 9% of tested configurations (rank 315 out of 3714). The data shows this pairing is capable of pushing frame rates well beyond the standard high-refresh-rate thresholds at every resolution, though the bottlenecks shift significantly depending on your target resolution and settings. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, the roles of each component, and how to optimize your settings for the best experience.

FAQ

Q: What average frame rate can I expect at 2560x1440 with High settings?

A: The measured average is 234 FPS. This indicates a very fluid experience at 1440p with high visual fidelity, leaving substantial headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to limit performance at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the difference between Low (467 FPS) and Ultra (260 FPS) settings is 207 FPS. This massive scaling with visual quality strongly indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor, as the CPU's workload varies less with these settings than the GPU's does.

Q: How much of a performance drop occurs when moving from 1080p to 4K?

A: On High settings, the average frame rate drops from 370 FPS at 1920x1080 to 122 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 67% decrease in performance, which is a typical result for a high-end GPU facing the increased pixel count of 4K.

Q: What is the best settings preset for the highest frame rates?

A: The Low preset provides the highest measured average frame rates across all resolutions. At 1920x1080, it reaches 467 FPS; at 2560x1440, it hits 295 FPS; and at 3840x2160, it achieves 154 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in overall benchmark scores?

A: The Core i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13494. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core 3 N355, has an almost identical score of 13492 (a 0% delta). It also slightly outperforms the Intel Core i5-9500, which scores 13452 (a 0.3% delta).

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded in the data?

A: The lowest minimum FPS recorded is 114 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with Medium settings. This indicates that even in heavier scenes at 4K, the frame rate remains comfortably above 100 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i3-12100F is a 4-core, 8-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. Its 12 MB of shared L3 cache is a key resource for gaming. In synthetic benchmarks, its single-threaded performance is strong, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1674 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3444. Its multi-threaded capabilities are also respectable for a quad-core, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11860 and a 3DMark max-threads score of 4023.

In Ready Or Not, a tactical shooter that often involves multiple AI characters and dynamic environments, the CPU's single-core strength is crucial for maintaining consistent frame times. However, the benchmark data suggests that in this specific pairing, the CPU is not the primary bottleneck. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average frame rate reaches 467 FPS. This extreme frame rate, even with a powerful GPU, suggests that the i3-12100F is able to feed the RTX 4080 SUPER quickly enough to avoid holding it back at lower resolutions. The CPU's overall percentile ranking of 68th among all CPUs underscores that it is a capable, mid-range performer that pairs well with top-tier GPUs for high-refresh-rate gaming, though it does not offer the headroom of more expensive, higher-core-count processors.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the dominant force in this configuration. It is a massive GPU with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s. Its 10240 shading units and boost clock of 2550 MHz deliver immense raw compute power, translating to a Passmark G3D score of 34245. The GPU's 80 RT cores are also relevant for any ray-traced effects in the game. The data confirms that the RTX 4080 SUPER is the star of the show, with its performance scaling almost linearly with the game's graphical demands.

The benchmark results show that the GPU is the limiting factor at all tested resolutions. The frame rate differences between Low and Ultra presets are enormous. At 2560x1440, the average FPS goes from 295 on Low to 164 on Ultra. At 3840x2160, it goes from 154 on Low to 86 on Ultra. This clear and consistent drop in performance as settings increase is the definitive signature of a GPU-bound scenario. The RTX 4080 SUPER's performance, which sits at the 86th percentile of all GPUs, is so high that it can only be fully utilized by the CPU at lower resolutions. Its 16 GB VRAM buffer provides ample capacity for high-resolution textures, ensuring that memory capacity is not a limiting factor in Ready Or Not.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the system's capabilities across different resolutions and quality presets.

• 1920x1080 (1080p): Performance is exceptionally high. The average FPS ranges from 467 on Low to 260 on Ultra. The Medium preset shows an average of 407 FPS with a minimum of 346 FPS and a maximum of 468 FPS. High settings average 370 FPS. This resolution is well within the GPU's comfort zone, producing frame rates that are ideal for 240Hz or even 360Hz monitors.

• 2560x1440 (1440p): This resolution remains extremely fluid. The average FPS ranges from 295 on Low to 164 on Ultra. The Medium preset shows an average of 257 FPS, with a minimum of 218 FPS and a maximum of 295 FPS. High settings average 234 FPS. At 1440p, the system delivers a perfect experience for 144Hz and 165Hz monitors, with the Ultra preset still comfortably clearing 144 FPS.

• 3840x2160 (4K): The system handles 4K with impressive strength, though the demands of the resolution are clear. The average FPS ranges from 154 on Low to 86 on Ultra. The Medium preset shows an average of 134 FPS, with a minimum of 114 FPS and a maximum of 154 FPS. High settings average 122 FPS. These numbers indicate that 4K gaming is not only possible but highly playable, with the High preset providing a great balance of visual quality and performance above 120 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates the role each component plays. On the Low preset, the average FPS drops from 467 at 1920x1080 to 154 at 3840x2160, a 67% reduction. On the High preset, the drop is from 370 FPS to 122 FPS, a 67% reduction as well. This consistent percentage drop across settings is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound system.

As the resolution increases, the GPU's workload becomes more demanding. The rendering resolution dictates the number of pixels the GPU must process, and this directly impacts its frame rate. The CPU's workload, which involves game logic and physics, remains relatively constant regardless of resolution. Therefore, the consistent 67% performance drop from 1080p to 4K points directly to the GPU as the limiting component. The CPU is not holding the system back; the GPU is simply working harder to fill those extra pixels. This is the expected and ideal behavior for a balanced high-end gaming system, where the GPU is the primary driver of visual performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the best settings preset depends entirely on your display and performance priorities.

• For 1080p and 1440p high-refresh-rate monitors (240Hz+): The High preset is the sweet spot. At 1080p, it delivers 370 FPS, and at 1440p, it delivers 234 FPS. This provides a significant visual upgrade over the Medium preset while still maintaining frame rates that will maximize high-end displays. The Ultra preset is viable but will cap your frame rates at 260 FPS (1080p) and 164 FPS (1440p), which may be a worthwhile trade-off for maxed-out visuals if your monitor's refresh rate is lower.

• For 4K gaming: The High preset is the recommended choice. It delivers an average of 122 FPS, which is excellent for a 120Hz 4K display. The Medium preset offers a slight performance boost to 134 FPS with a minimum of 114 FPS, which could be chosen for a more consistent experience in intense firefights. The Ultra preset, at 86 FPS, is playable but may not provide the smoothness expected from a top-tier system. The Low preset at 4K, while hitting 154 FPS, sacrifices too much visual quality for the performance gain, making High the best overall balance.

In summary, for the best overall experience across resolutions, the High preset offers the most compelling mix of visual fidelity and frame rate. For competitive play at 1080p or 1440p where maximum frame rate is king, the Low or Medium presets provide the highest possible refresh rates, but the High preset's 370 FPS at 1080p and 234 FPS at 1440p is so high that it is recommended for almost all users.