Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not is a demanding tactical shooter, and the pairing of the Intel Core i5-12400 with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 lands in the 590th position out of 1748 tested combinations in this benchmark database. This places the combo in the top third of all tested systems, indicating a strong capability for high-refresh-rate play, though the data reveals that the graphics card is the primary driver of performance in this title.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 590 out of 1748 tested combinations is a strong result for a mid-range processor paired with a high-end graphics card. This ranking suggests the system is well above the median performer, comfortably positioned for smooth gameplay at most settings. The data indicates that the i5-12400 does not bottleneck the RX 9070 in a way that would push this pairing into the lower half of the rankings. Instead, the raw graphical power of the RX 9070 is allowed to shine, propelling the combo to a percentile where most users would find the experience excellent. While not a top-100 system, the 590th rank out of 1748 combos demonstrates a well-balanced configuration for this specific title, prioritizing GPU throughput to achieve very high frame rates.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is the undisputed performance leader in this pairing for Ready Or Not. The GPU features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a substantial 644.6 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is crucial for handling the high-resolution textures and detailed environments of a tactical shooter at 4K resolution, preventing texture pop-in and maintaining consistent frame pacing. The GPU’s clock speeds are also notable, with a base clock of 1330 MHz, a game clock of 2070 MHz, and a boost clock of 2520 MHz. The high boost clock is particularly relevant, as it allows the card to dynamically increase its performance headroom when thermal and power limits permit.

In the context of Ready Or Not, the RX 9070’s 56 ray tracing cores and 3584 shading units provide the computational muscle for the game's visual effects. The benchmark results show a clear correlation between the GPU's workload and the final frame rate. At 1080p with Low settings, the GPU is so powerful that it pushes frame rates to an average of 348 FPS, indicating that the CPU is keeping up with the demand. However, as resolution and settings increase, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, with the average FPS dropping in a predictable manner that points directly to the graphics card's rendering capabilities rather than any CPU constraint.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling across resolutions is textbook for a GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 272.6 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings, the average drops to 173.3 FPS, a reduction of roughly 36%. This significant drop at 1440p indicates that while the CPU is still feeding the GPU effectively, the graphics card is beginning to work harder to fill the additional pixels. The trend continues at 4K, where the average FPS at High settings falls to 94. This represents a further 46% drop from the 1440p figure, demonstrating the massive increase in rendering workload that 4K resolution demands.

This scaling pattern confirms that the RX 9070 is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The frame rate reduction from 1080p to 4K is not linear, but it is consistent and steep, which is typical for a GPU-limited system. The data suggests that users with 1080p or 1440p monitors will experience exceptionally high performance, while 4K users will still get very playable frame rates, though they will need to be more mindful of their settings to maintain high refresh rates. The fact that the fps drops so predictably with resolution reinforces that the i5-12400 is providing a stable foundation, and the RX 9070 is the component doing the heavy lifting.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the combo's capabilities across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1080p, the system is exceptionally fast. With Low settings, the average FPS is 348, which drops to 304.8 on Medium and 272.6 on High. Even at the demanding Ultra preset, the average remains a very high 191.7 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors (144Hz or higher) with ease, even on the most demanding settings.

At 1440p, the performance is still stellar, but the strain on the GPU becomes more apparent. The Low preset yields an average of 216.6 FPS, while Medium and High presets deliver 194 and 173.3 FPS, respectively. The Ultra preset sees a more pronounced drop to 123.1 FPS. This shows that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a perfect balance between visual fidelity and very high frame rates. Moving to 4K, the performance becomes more moderate. The Low preset averages 113.2 FPS, which is still excellent. Medium and High presets follow with 99.5 and 94 FPS, respectively. The Ultra preset, however, brings the system down to an average of 62.1 FPS, which is playable but no longer in high-refresh-rate territory. This breakdown clearly shows that the RX 9070’s performance is the defining factor in this combo's results.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1440p on High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 resolution with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 173.3 FPS.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming?

A: Yes, at 4K resolution, the system delivers an average of 94 FPS on High settings and 113.2 FPS on Low settings. For a smooth 60 FPS experience, even the Ultra preset is playable, averaging 62.1 FPS.

Q: How does the Ultra preset affect performance compared to High at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the High preset averages 272.6 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 191.7 FPS. This represents a significant performance cost of about 80 FPS for the highest visual quality.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12400 a bottleneck for the RX 9070 in this game?

A: The data does not indicate a CPU bottleneck. The frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings, which is characteristic of a GPU-limited workload. The i5-12400’s 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to keep up with the GPU’s demands.

Q: What is the best resolution for high-refresh-rate monitors (144Hz+)?

A: At 1080p, all presets, including Ultra, exceed 191 FPS. At 1440p, the system can maintain over 170 FPS on High settings, making both resolutions excellent choices for 144Hz monitors.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 113.2 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 62.1 FPS. This shows a substantial performance gain of over 50 FPS by reducing settings from Ultra to Low.

Settings Recommendations

For users with a 1080p or 1440p monitor, the Ultra preset is the clear choice. The performance cost is more than acceptable given the visual fidelity gains. At 1080p, the Ultra preset still delivers an average of 191.7 FPS, which is far beyond the threshold for smooth gameplay. At 1440p, the Ultra preset averages 123.1 FPS, which is still excellent and will provide a very responsive experience on most high-refresh-rate displays. The data suggests that users should not compromise on visual quality at these resolutions.

For 4K users, the decision is more nuanced. The High preset offers an excellent balance, providing an average of 94 FPS, which is ideal for a 60-100Hz display. Dropping to Medium yields only a marginal improvement to 99.5 FPS, so High is the better option for the visual upgrade. If a higher frame rate is the absolute priority, the Low preset provides 113.2 FPS, but the visual downgrade is significant. The Ultra preset, at 62.1 FPS, is only recommended for players who prioritize maximum visual fidelity over frame rate and have a 60Hz display, as it will still provide a playable experience.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 serves as a capable and stable foundation for the RX 9070 in Ready Or Not. It features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. This configuration is more than sufficient to feed the high frame rates demanded by the game. The benchmark data from the CPU shows a 3dmark single-thread score of 910 and a cinebench_r23_singlecore score of 2249, indicating strong per-core performance that is critical for game logic and draw calls.

The CPU’s performance is further contextualized by its nearest rivals. It is essentially tied with the Intel Core i7-9700, with a deltaPct of 0.1%, and is slightly ahead of the Intel Core i5-11600K by 0.4%. It is also only 0.2% behind the Intel Core i7-8700. This parity with older, high-end chips confirms that the i5-12400 is not a weak link. The measured FPS data supports this, as the system is able to achieve over 340 FPS at 1080p Low settings, a scenario where a weaker CPU would likely cap performance. The CPU’s 18 MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory help ensure that data is delivered to the GPU efficiently, allowing the RX 9070 to operate at its full potential.