Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not is a demanding tactical shooter that punishes hardware that cannot keep up with its dense environments and AI-driven encounters. The data for the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination shows a system that is capable of high frame rates at mainstream resolutions, but one that hits a clear performance ceiling when pushed to 4K. This analysis examines the measured performance data to show exactly where this combo excels and where it falls short.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 1440p to 4K reveals a classic shift in system bottleneck. At 1920x1080, the combination is heavily CPU-bound, as evidenced by the massive frame rates on display. The data shows a 205 FPS average on Low settings at 1080p, which drops to 131.5 FPS at 1440p, and then plummets to 67.2 FPS at 4K. This is a stark 67% reduction in average FPS from 1080p Low to 4K Low, indicating that the GPU is taking over as the primary limiting factor as resolution increases. The CPU has enough headroom at 1080p to push frames well past what the RTX 2060 can sustain at higher resolutions.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For High settings, the average FPS goes from 164.3 at 1080p, down to 101.2 at 1440p, and finally to 56.5 at 4K. The jump from 1440p to 4K is particularly punishing, representing a 44% performance drop. This steep decline suggests that the RTX 2060's 6 GB of VRAM and memory bandwidth are being saturated at 4K, especially with higher detail levels. The data indicates that 4K gaming is only viable on the Low preset, and even then, the 67.2 FPS average is far from a locked experience.

At 1440p, the system finds a balance. The frame rates are still high enough for smooth gameplay, with the Low preset hitting 131.5 FPS and High at 101.2 FPS. This resolution appears to be the sweet spot where neither the CPU nor the GPU is completely overwhelmed. The performance drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but not catastrophic, suggesting that the i5-11400F is still feeding the GPU enough data to maintain playable frame rates. The 1080p results are the outlier, showing that the CPU is capable of far more than the GPU can deliver at lower resolutions, making the GPU the definitive bottleneck in most scenarios.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Rocket Lake architecture. It operates with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. In this game, the CPU's role is to maintain a consistent frame pacing and handle the complex AI calculations and physics simulations that Ready Or Not is known for. The benchmark data suggests that the CPU does its job well at 1080p, where it can push the RTX 2060 to its limits and beyond, achieving an average of 205 FPS on Low settings.

The CPU's multi-threaded performance is solid for its class, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14372 and a single-core score of 2029. This single-core strength is critical for a tactical shooter where responsiveness is key. The data shows that the processor's performance is not a limiting factor at 1080p, as the frame rates are far higher than what a 144Hz monitor can display. However, the situation changes at higher resolutions. The CPU's performance becomes less relevant as the GPU struggles to render the image, meaning the i5-11400F has enough headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck at 1440p and even at 4K in most cases.

The processor's 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support are adequate for this title. The benchmark results show that the CPU is capable of keeping up with the GPU's demands, as the frame rates scale predictably with resolution changes. In the context of its rivals, the i5-11400F sits in a competitive position. It has an average benchmark score of 17181, which places it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U with a score of 17189 and the Intel Core i7-1260P with a score of 17212, showing that the i5-11400F is well within the expected performance envelope for its generation.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of which settings preset to use for different display setups. For players with a 1080p monitor, the High preset is the best choice, offering an average of 164.3 FPS. This provides a fluid experience that can take advantage of high refresh rate displays. The Ultra preset at 1080p yields 111.4 FPS, which is still playable but does not offer a significant visual improvement over High to justify the performance cost.

At 1440p, the High preset is again the recommended option, with an average of 101.2 FPS. This provides a smooth experience that balances visual fidelity with performance. The Medium preset at 112.2 FPS is also viable, but the jump to High is worth the small performance penalty for the improved visual quality. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 70 FPS, which may be acceptable for some, but the data suggests that High is the optimal point for a consistent experience.

For 4K gaming, the data strongly recommends the Low preset. The 67.2 FPS average on Low is the only playable option, as the Medium and High presets drop to 57.2 FPS and 56.5 FPS respectively. The Ultra preset at 4K is not recommended, as the 38.2 FPS average is unplayable for a tactical shooter where precision matters. The data shows that this combo is not designed for 4K Ultra, and players should stick to 1080p or 1440p for the best experience, or accept significant compromises at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 ranks at 1433 out of 1748 tested combos in Ready Or Not. This places it in the lower half of all tested systems, indicating that while it is a functional pairing, it is far from being a top-tier performer. The rank is a reflection of the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions, as the CPU is more than capable of handling the game's logic. The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates, but it struggles to maintain a high rank in a database that includes much more powerful hardware.

The combo's rank is influenced by the RTX 2060's performance, which is in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 16074, which is comparable to the AMD Radeon RX 7600S (15996) and the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M (16351). This GPU is a solid mid-range option, but it lacks the raw power to push high frame rates at 4K. The i5-11400F, on the other hand, is a stronger performer relative to its peers, sitting in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. The combination of a strong CPU and a mid-range GPU results in a system that is balanced for 1080p and 1440p, but the overall ranking is dragged down by the 4K results.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is the primary component driving the visual output in this combo. It features 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 1365 MHz with a boost clock of 1680 MHz. The data shows that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, where its memory capacity and bandwidth are insufficient to maintain high frame rates with detailed textures. The 6 GB VRAM is likely a major constraint, as Ready Or Not's high-resolution textures can easily exceed this limit, leading to performance drops.

The GPU's compute capabilities are modest, with an FP32 performance of 6.451 TFLOPS. This is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it struggles at 4K. The benchmark scores for the GPU, such as a Passmark G3D score of 14111, place it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500, showing that it is a competitive mid-range card. The data indicates that the RTX 2060 is the main bottleneck in this system when moving beyond 1080p, as the CPU has more than enough headroom to feed it.

The GPU's DirectX 12 support is a positive for this title, as Ready Or Not utilizes modern rendering techniques. However, the performance data shows that the GPU cannot handle the demands of 4K Ultra, with a measured average of 38.2 FPS. The GPU's role is to provide a smooth experience at mainstream resolutions, and it does that effectively, but users should not expect to push this card to its limits at 4K. The data clearly shows that the RTX 2060 is the component that dictates the overall system performance in this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the system's performance across all resolution and settings combinations. At 1920x1080, the system delivers excellent performance. The Low preset achieves an average of 205 FPS, while the Medium preset hits 180.7 FPS. The High preset is still very fast at 164.3 FPS, and even the Ultra preset manages a respectable 111.4 FPS. These results show that the system is well-suited for 1080p gaming, with all presets providing playable frame rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops but remains solid. The Low preset averages 131.5 FPS, with Medium at 112.2 FPS and High at 101.2 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to an average of 70 FPS, which is still playable but begins to show the GPU's limitations. At 3840x2160, the system struggles. The Low preset is the only one that provides a playable experience, with an average of 67.2 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 57.2 FPS, and High is at 56.5 FPS. The Ultra preset is the worst performer, with an average of only 38.2 FPS, which is not suitable for a fast-paced tactical shooter. These numbers highlight the significant performance scaling issues at 4K, confirming that this combo is best used at 1080p or 1440p.