Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not is a tactical shooter that stresses both CPU and GPU, and the Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a performance profile that is highly dependent on the resolution and quality preset you choose. The data shows a system that can dominate at 1080p, remain highly capable at 1440p, and only begins to show its limitations at 4K with maximum settings. This combination ranks 854th out of 1748 tested combos in this game, placing it in the upper half of all systems tested, which is a solid position for a mid-range pairing.

Resolution Scaling

The scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic shift in bottleneck behavior. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces an average of 281.7 FPS. Moving to Medium drops that to 247.1 FPS, High to 222.7 FPS, and Ultra to 156.4 FPS. The frame rate is extremely high at this resolution, indicating that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU well, but the GPU is not yet the primary limiting factor at lower settings. The drop from Low to Ultra is 125.3 FPS, which is a significant reduction, but the absolute numbers are so high that the game remains exceptionally smooth.

At 2560x1440, the picture changes. The Low preset yields 179.3 FPS, Medium 153.2 FPS, High 143 FPS, and Ultra 97.6 FPS. The scaling here is more linear, but the gap between Low and Ultra is 81.7 FPS. This resolution is the sweet spot for this combo, as it provides high refresh rate gaming without pushing the GPU to its breaking point. The data suggests that the RTX 5060's 8 GB of GDDR7 memory over a 128-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s, is sufficient to handle 1440p workloads without severe performance degradation.

The jump to 3840x2160 demonstrates the GPU's strain. The Low preset still manages a respectable 94.9 FPS, but Medium drops to 83.8 FPS, High to 76.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 53.2 FPS. The performance penalty from Low to Ultra is 41.7 FPS, which is a massive hit. The data indicates that the GPU is now the definitive limiting component at 4K, especially with the Ultra preset, which demands more from the Blackwell 2.0 architecture's 48 ROPs and 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. The CPU, while no longer the bottleneck at this resolution, is not the cause of the frame rate dip; the sheer pixel count overwhelms the GPU.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 854 out of 1748 tested configurations places it squarely in the middle of the pack. This is an important context for interpreting the FPS numbers. While the absolute frame rates are high, many other combinations of CPUs and GPUs are capable of similar or better results, particularly at lower resolutions where the CPU matters more. The percentile data for the individual components is telling: the Core i5-10400F sits at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs, and the RTX 5060 also sits at the 73rd percentile among all GPUs. This suggests a balanced pairing where neither component is drastically outclassing the other.

In practical terms, this combo is not at the top of the charts, but it is far from the bottom. The measured FPS data shows that it outperforms many lower-end systems, but it will trail systems with higher-tier CPUs and GPUs. The nearest rivals for the CPU, such as the AMD EPYC 7552 (0.4% higher score) and the Intel Core i5-8500 (1.1% lower score), are within a tight band of performance. Similarly, the GPU's nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, has an identical average score (0% delta), while the NVIDIA Tesla M60 is 0.5% higher. This means that the combo's rank is not a reflection of a single weak link, but rather a combination of two mid-pack performers that deliver consistent results.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Comet Lake architecture, built on a 14 nm process. It has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. This is a CPU that relies on sufficient thread count and moderate clock speeds rather than state-of-the-art single-core performance. Its single-thread benchmark score in 3dmark is 688, and its multi-thread score is 4735, which are modest figures. However, in Ready Or Not, the game's engine appears to scale well with the available threads, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent when analyzing the scaling from 1080p to 1440p. At 1080p Low, the system produces 281.7 FPS, which is a high number that suggests the CPU is doing the heavy lifting to feed the GPU. The 12 MB of shared L3 cache is adequate for the game's data, and the 42.7 GB/s memory bandwidth does not appear to be a bottleneck. The CPU's percentile rank of 73rd indicates it is a capable processor, but it is not a top-tier performer. In a tactical shooter like Ready Or Not, where AI and physics calculations are frequent, the 6 cores and 12 threads provide a solid foundation. The data shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor at higher resolutions, but at 1080p, it is the component that allows the GPU to reach its maximum potential.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers outstanding performance. The Low preset achieves 281.7 FPS, which is exceptionally high. Medium and High are also excellent at 247.1 FPS and 222.7 FPS, respectively. Even the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, maintains an average of 156.4 FPS. This makes 1080p gaming a non-issue for this combo, with all presets providing frame rates well above the threshold for competitive play.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a clear tiering. The Low preset hits 179.3 FPS, which is still very high. Medium and High are 153.2 FPS and 143 FPS, respectively. The Ultra preset drops to 97.6 FPS. This is the resolution where the GPU starts to feel the load, but the results are still playable and smooth, especially on a 144Hz monitor. The difference between Low and Ultra is 81.7 FPS, which is a substantial range, but the lowest figure is still above 90 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the performance is the most variable. The Low preset produces 94.9 FPS, which is good for 4K. Medium and High are 83.8 FPS and 76.8 FPS, respectively. The Ultra preset is the only one that falls below 60 FPS, averaging 53.2 FPS. This is a significant drop, indicating that the Ultra preset at 4K is too demanding for the RTX 5060. The data suggests that for 4K, you must make a choice between high frame rates and high settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Ready Or Not at 4K with maximum settings?

A: The data shows an average of 53.2 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. This is below the 60 FPS threshold commonly desired for smooth gameplay, so while it is playable, it is not ideal.

Q: What is the best resolution for high refresh rate gaming with this setup?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 97.6 FPS, and the High preset averages 143 FPS. This resolution offers a good balance between visual quality and frame rate, making it suitable for 144Hz monitors.

Q: How much performance is lost when going from 1080p to 4K?

A: At High settings, the average FPS drops from 222.7 at 1920x1080 to 76.8 at 3840x2160, a reduction of 145.9 FPS. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 156.4 to 53.2 FPS, a reduction of 103.2 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The very high frame rates at 1080p, including 281.7 FPS on Low, indicate that the CPU is capable of driving the GPU to high output. The GPU is not the limiting factor at this resolution, as the frame rates are so high.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its closest rival?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 30109, which is identical to the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (0% delta). It is also within 0.6% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile's score.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 179.3 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 97.6 FPS. This is a difference of 81.7 FPS, showing that the Ultra preset demands significantly more from the GPU.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience depends heavily on your display's resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the clear choice, as it maintains an average of 156.4 FPS, which is high enough for any monitor. Even if you have a 240Hz display, the High preset at 222.7 FPS is a viable option, though the visual fidelity gain from Ultra is worth the performance trade-off if your monitor supports it.

For 2560x1440, the High preset is the recommended sweet spot. It delivers 143 FPS, which is ideal for a 144Hz monitor, while the Ultra preset drops to 97.6 FPS. The difference in visual quality between High and Ultra is often subtle, but the 45.4 FPS increase from Ultra to High is substantial. If you have a 144Hz panel, High is the way to go to ensure you are hitting the refresh rate ceiling. If your monitor is 100Hz, the Ultra preset is acceptable, but you will be leaving some performance on the table.

At 3840x2160, the data suggests that the Ultra preset is not a good option, as the 53.2 FPS average is below the 60 FPS target. The High preset, at 76.8 FPS, is the best choice for a 60Hz 4K display, providing a smooth experience with good visual quality. The Medium preset at 83.8 FPS offers a slight performance margin, but High is the better balance. For a 120Hz 4K display, you would need to use the Low preset, which averages 94.9 FPS, but this is a significant compromise in visual fidelity for a marginal gain in smoothness. The data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K being a secondary consideration for those who prioritize frame rate over absolute visual quality.