Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not, a tactical shooter built around close-quarters engagements and AI-driven squad dynamics, presents a unique load profile that differs from typical fast-paced shooters. The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti demonstrates how this pairing scales under the game's specific demands. The measured data shows a configuration that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions but reveals CPU limitations at the extreme end of the performance spectrum. The results indicate that this setup is capable of delivering exceptionally high frame rates, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate displays, while the scaling patterns provide insight into the balance between the processor and graphics card.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1080p to 4K is distinctly non-linear, revealing a classic shift in bottleneck. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces 448.5 FPS, which drops to 280.3 FPS at 2560x1440, and further to 147.1 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 37.5% performance decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a substantial 67.2% decrease from 1080p to 4K. The scale of these drops suggests that at 1080p, the system is not fully utilizing the GPU, as the i5-12400's single-thread performance becomes the limiting factor. The data shows that at 4K, the RTX 5070 Ti is being pushed much harder, with the frame rate dropping to 147.1 FPS on Low, indicating a transition to a more GPU-centric workload.

For Ultra settings, the scaling pattern is similar but with different magnitudes. The 1080p Ultra result of 248.2 FPS falls to 157.4 FPS at 1440p, a 36.6% decline, and then to 82.5 FPS at 4K, a 66.8% decline from the 1080p baseline. This consistent percentage drop across settings suggests that the relative performance characteristics of the CPU and GPU remain balanced regardless of graphical fidelity. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 64.6 FPS, while at 1080p it is 200.3 FPS, underscoring how the GPU becomes more dominant at higher resolutions. The data indicates that for competitive play at lower resolutions, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads could potentially bottleneck the GPU, but the frame rates are already so high that this is rarely a practical issue.

FAQ

Q: How does the RTX 5070 Ti perform against its nearest rivals in this context?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 52086 is essentially identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, which scores 52085 with a deltaPct of 0%. It is 0.8% behind the AMD Radeon RX 7700S and 2.5% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A1000, placing it in a highly competitive tier for this game.

Q: What is the best resolution to play this game at with this CPU-GPU combo?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 offers an exceptional balance, with High settings producing 227.8 FPS and even Ultra maintaining 157.4 FPS. While 1920x1080 yields higher frame rates, the 1440p results are sufficiently high to fully utilize most high-refresh-rate monitors without the CPU bottleneck seen at lower resolutions.

Q: Is the Core i5-12400 a bottleneck for the RTX 5070 Ti in Ready Or Not?

A: The benchmark results suggest that at 1080p, the CPU's performance becomes a limiting factor, as evidenced by the relatively smaller frame rate differences between Low and Ultra settings compared to higher resolutions. However, the scores are still very high, indicating that the i5-12400's 6 cores and 12 threads are adequate for maintaining playable performance.

Q: How significant is the performance drop from 1440p to 4K?

A: The drop is substantial. For High settings, the frame rate decreases from 227.8 FPS to 118.5 FPS, a reduction of 48%. For Ultra settings, the drop is from 157.4 FPS to 82.5 FPS, a 47.6% decrease. This indicates that 4K resolution places a significant load on the RTX 5070 Ti.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance relative to its rivals?

A: The i5-12400's 3DMark single-thread score of 910 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2249 provide context for its gaming performance. Its average benchmark score of 19850 is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i7-9700 and 0.4% higher than the Intel Core i5-11600K, showing competitive performance for its class.

Q: Is the data for this combo measured or estimated?

A: The fact pack explicitly states "dataIsMeasured": true, meaning the 12 FPS data points for this specific combination are based on direct testing rather than theoretical calculations. This provides a high degree of confidence in the accuracy of the performance figures.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its benchmark scores indicate solid multi-threaded capability, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15935 and a 3DMark max-threads score of 5890. However, in gaming, the single-thread performance is often more critical. The processor's 3DMark single-thread score of 910 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2249 are moderate figures that influence how the game engine processes AI and physics calculations.

In Ready Or Not, the CPU's role is evident when comparing frame rates across resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system produces 448.5 FPS, but this only drops to 389.6 FPS at Medium and 357.1 FPS at High. The relatively small delta between Low and High at 1080p (91.4 FPS) suggests that the GPU is not the primary constraint; instead, the CPU's ability to feed the graphics card with draw calls and game logic is the limiting factor. The i5-12400's 18 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support (DDR4 and DDR5) are adequate for this task, but the processor's position at the 77th percentile of all CPUs indicates it is a mid-range part.

The data shows that as resolution increases, the CPU's influence wanes. At 4K, the difference between Low and High settings is only 28.6 FPS (147.1 vs. 118.5), demonstrating that the GPU is now the bottleneck. This behavior is typical for a balanced system, where the CPU's performance ceiling is reached at lower resolutions, and the GPU's workload scales with pixel count. The processor's power efficiency is also notable, with a 65 W TDP, which contributes to system stability, but the performance headroom for future titles may be limited by its 6 cores, especially in CPU-intensive scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 172nd out of 1748 tested combos in the database for Ready Or Not. This placement in the 90th percentile of all tested systems indicates that the pairing performs exceptionally well, despite the CPU not being a top-tier model. The high rank is primarily driven by the RTX 5070 Ti, which sits at the 87th percentile of all GPUs, while the CPU's 77th percentile ranking is a secondary factor.

The combo's rank reflects its ability to deliver high frame rates across all tested settings. With the GPU's average benchmark score of 52086 being nearly identical to the RTX 4080, the system is positioned in the upper echelon of gaming performance. The CPU's average score of 19850, while lower than some rivals, is sufficient to avoid severe bottlenecks in this title. The data suggests that the combo is more than capable of handling the game's demands, and its rank of 172 out of 1748 places it ahead of the vast majority of user configurations.

When considering the CPU's nearest rivals, the i5-12400 performs within 0.4% of the Intel Core i5-11600K and within 0.1% of the Intel Core i7-9700, showing that it is a competitive gaming processor. However, the GPU's performance is what boosts this combo's ranking. The RTX 5070 Ti's performance is 2.5% better than the RTX A1000 and 0.8% worse than the RX 7700S, but its overall capability in this game is what secures the high rank. The combination's performance is a clear demonstration that a balanced mid-range CPU with a high-end GPU can achieve top-tier results in this tactical shooter.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and refresh rate priorities. For 1920x1080, Ultra settings at 248.2 FPS provide a highly immersive experience with maximum visual fidelity, while still maintaining frame rates well above the 144 Hz threshold. The difference between High (357.1 FPS) and Ultra (248.2 FPS) is 108.9 FPS, which may not be perceptible on most monitors, but the visual improvement could justify the performance cost for those with 360 Hz displays.

At 2560x1440, High settings at 227.8 FPS offer the best balance, as Ultra settings at 157.4 FPS still provide excellent performance but with a 31% reduction in frame rate. The Medium setting at 244.5 FPS is also a viable option, but High is recommended for its combination of visual quality and performance headroom. For 3840x2160, the choice is more constrained. High settings at 118.5 FPS are playable and close to the 120 Hz mark, while Ultra at 82.5 FPS may be suitable for users prioritizing visuals over smoothness on 60 Hz displays. Low settings at 147.1 FPS are recommended for competitive play at 4K, but the visual compromise is significant.

The data indicates that the "High" preset is the most balanced across all resolutions, offering a consistent performance tier that scales predictably. For users with high-refresh-rate monitors, prioritizing High or Medium at 1440p is advisable. For 4K, the choice between High and Ultra is a trade-off between frame rate and fidelity, with the former being more suitable for fast-paced action. The measured results show that this combo can handle any settings configuration, but the High preset provides the most consistent experience without the steep performance penalties seen at Ultra.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured frame rates provides a detailed view of the system's performance. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 448.5 (Low) to 248.2 (Ultra). The specific values are: Low 448.5, Medium 389.6, High 357.1, and Ultra 248.2. This shows a monotonic decrease with each settings tier, but the gap between Medium and High is only 32.5 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is 108.9 FPS, indicating a significant performance cost for the highest preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS values are: Low 280.3, Medium 244.5, High 227.8, and Ultra 157.4. The scaling is more uniform here, with a 35.8 FPS difference between Low and Medium, and a 70.4 FPS difference between High and Ultra. The overall performance at this resolution is still very high, with all settings exceeding 150 FPS. At 3840x2160, the average FPS values drop considerably: Low 147.1, Medium 131.5, High 118.5, and Ultra 82.5. The differences between tiers are smaller in absolute terms, with a 15.6 FPS gap between Low and Medium, and a 36 FPS gap between High and Ultra.

The data reveals that the performance scaling with settings is not linear, with Ultra often incurring a disproportionately large penalty compared to High. This is particularly evident at 1080p, where the Ultra setting costs 108.9 FPS over High. Across all resolutions, the Low setting provides the highest frame rates, but the Medium and High settings offer a better balance. The measured values confirm that this combo is capable of delivering over 100 FPS at 4K on High settings, and over 200 FPS at 1440p, making it a powerful choice for Ready Or Not. The lack of min and max FPS data in the fact pack means that only average performance can be assessed, but the consistency of the average scores suggests stable performance across the tested scenarios.