Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not presents an interesting case study for the Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER pairing. The measured data reveals a system that scales predictably with resolution and settings, but the relationship between the CPU and GPU is not always straightforward. This analysis breaks down the benchmark results to understand where the bottleneck lies and what the performance figures mean for a tactical shooter demanding precision and clarity.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS deltas between resolutions are substantial, indicating a system that is heavily influenced by pixel count. At 1080p High, the combo produces 370 FPS, which drops to 234 FPS at 1440p High, a 36.8% reduction. Moving to 4K High further reduces the average to 122 FPS, a 67% drop from the 1080p figure. This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario as resolution increases, but the sheer magnitude of the drop at 4K suggests the RTX 4080 SUPER, while powerful, is being pushed hard by the game's visual fidelity at that resolution.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is less severe than the jump to 4K, which is expected. However, the data shows that even at 1440p, the system is already relinquishing a significant portion of its headroom. The difference between Low and Ultra settings at each resolution is also telling. At 1080p, the difference between Low (467 FPS) and Ultra (260 FPS) is 207 FPS, a 44.3% performance cost for maximum settings. At 4K, the same settings gap is 68 FPS (154 FPS vs 86 FPS), a 44.2% cost. This consistency suggests that the settings presets scale the GPU workload in a linear fashion, independent of resolution.

This data implies that the limiting component at lower resolutions is less likely the GPU. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 467 FPS, which is extraordinarily high. The fact that it cannot push higher is likely due to CPU limitations or game engine framerate caps. As resolution climbs, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, and the framerate drops accordingly. The 4K Ultra result of 86 FPS is the only data point that falls below the 100 FPS threshold, indicating that this configuration's comfortable zone is solidly in the 1440p and 1080p territory for high-refresh-rate play.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is a high-end card with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s. Its boost clock runs at 2550 MHz, and it features 10,240 shading units. In the context of Ready Or Not, this hardware is clearly capable of delivering high framerates, but the data suggests that the card is not fully utilized at lower resolutions.

The GPU's own benchmark scores are impressive; it sits at the 86th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54209. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, is nearly identical in performance with a deltaPct of -0.1%. This places the 4080 SUPER in a performance tier that is well above the requirements for most games. However, the measured FPS at 1080p High (370 FPS) versus 4K High (122 FPS) shows that the card's raw power is only fully exercised when the pixel throughput demand is high.

The VRAM capacity of 16 GB is a significant asset for a game like Ready Or Not, which can feature complex environments and textures. The data does not indicate a VRAM limitation at any measured setting, as the framerates remain functional even at 4K Ultra. The card's memory clock of 1438 MHz (23 Gbps effective) combined with the 256-bit interface provides sufficient bandwidth to feed the GPU's cores, as evidenced by the smooth scaling in performance from 1080p to 1440p. The GPU's role here is to provide the raw processing power to handle the game's graphics at high resolutions, and it does so effectively until the 4K Ultra preset, where the performance drops to an average of 86 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. It features an 18 MB shared L3 cache and supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12380 and a single-core score of 1680, indicate a solid mid-range performer that is not typically a bottleneck for high-end GPUs.

However, the FPS data suggests the CPU is the limiting factor at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system hits 467 FPS, but the GPU is capable of far more. The CPU's 6 physical cores may be a constraint in a tactical shooter that relies on physics and AI simulations. The high framerates at 1080p (370 FPS on High) show that the CPU can keep up with the GPU's demands at that resolution, but the ceiling is reached. This is evidenced by the relatively small gap in FPS between 1080p Low (467 FPS) and 1080p High (370 FPS) compared to the gap between 1080p High and 1440p High (370 FPS to 234 FPS).

The CPU's performance percentile is 73, placing it above average but not at the top tier. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, has an almost identical average score (19047 vs 19039, deltaPct 0), confirming its position in the market. In this game, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and handle game logic. While it does an adequate job at 1080p, the data implies that a stronger CPU could potentially push the framerate higher at that resolution. At 4K, the CPU is less of a concern, as the GPU's workload becomes the dominant factor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at performance across resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the system operates at exceptionally high framerates. The Low preset averages 467 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 407 FPS with a minimum of 346 FPS and a maximum of 468 FPS. High settings reduce the average to 370 FPS, and Ultra drops it further to 260 FPS. All of these figures are well above the refresh rates of most monitors, making the CPU the primary limit here.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains impressive but shows more scaling. The Low preset averages 295 FPS, which is still very high. Medium averages 257 FPS (min 218, max 295), High averages 234 FPS, and Ultra drops to 164 FPS. This demonstrates that the GPU is starting to take on a heavier load, but the CPU is still able to maintain high throughput.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. The Low preset averages 154 FPS, which is still playable on high-refresh displays. Medium drops to 134 FPS (min 114, max 154), High averages 122 FPS, and Ultra averages only 86 FPS. This is the only resolution where the Ultra preset dips below the 90 FPS mark, suggesting that 4K gaming with this combo requires a compromise in settings for a smooth experience.

The data shows a clear pattern: the system is CPU-bound at 1080p, balanced at 1440p, and GPU-bound at 4K. The Medium preset at 1440p, with an average of 257 FPS, appears to be the sweet spot for high refresh rate gaming without sacrificing too much visual quality.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of tested hardware combinations, this pairing of the Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 315th out of 3714 combos in Ready Or Not. This places it in the top 8.5% of all tested systems, indicating it is a high-performing combination.

The rank is driven by the GPU's strong performance, but the CPU's position as a mid-range part prevents the combo from climbing higher. The RTX 4080 SUPER alone is at the 86th percentile among GPUs, but the i5-12400F is at the 73rd percentile among CPUs. The combination of a top-tier GPU with a mid-tier CPU creates a system that excels at high resolutions where the GPU is the focus, but it may not be the absolute best for 1080p esports-level framerates.

This rank suggests that while the system is powerful, there are other combinations that can achieve higher framerates, likely those pairing the 4080 SUPER with a stronger CPU like a higher-core-count or higher-clock processor. For a game like Ready Or Not, which is a tactical shooter, the high rank is reassuring, as it means the system can handle the game's demands at most settings without issue. The 315th rank out of 3714 is a strong showing, but it also highlights the potential for a CPU upgrade to unlock more performance at lower resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's display and performance goals.

For 1080p displays, the Ultra preset, with an average of 260 FPS, is the best choice. The framerate is so high that any visual enhancement is worth the performance cost, as the system will still be far above the refresh rate of even the fastest monitors. The Low preset at 467 FPS offers no practical benefit unless the user has a 480Hz display, which is rare.

For 1440p displays, the High preset at 234 FPS is recommended. It provides a significant visual improvement over Medium (257 FPS) while maintaining a framerate that is well above 144Hz. The Ultra preset at 164 FPS is also viable for 144Hz displays, but the 70 FPS drop from High to Ultra may not be worth the marginal visual gains in a fast-paced tactical shooter where clarity and responsiveness are key.

For 4K displays, the Medium preset at 134 FPS is the best compromise. It offers a playable framerate that is above 120 FPS, with a minimum of 114 FPS, ensuring a smooth experience. The High preset at 122 FPS is also acceptable, but the Ultra preset at 86 FPS may suffer from occasional stutters or frame pacing issues on some displays. Therefore, Medium is the recommended setting for 4K to maintain a consistent and responsive feel.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12400F a bottleneck for the RTX 4080 SUPER in Ready Or Not?

A: At 1080p, yes. The data shows the system hits 467 FPS on Low and 370 FPS on High, which indicates the CPU is limiting the framerate. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, and the CPU is sufficient.

Q: What is the best resolution to play at with this combo?

A: 1440p with High settings provides an average of 234 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh displays. This resolution balances the CPU and GPU loads, preventing either from being a significant bottleneck.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K Medium, the average FPS is 134, which is smooth. However, at 4K Ultra, the average drops to 86 FPS, which may not be ideal for all players.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to its immediate rival, the RTX 4080?

A: The average benchmark scores are nearly identical, with the RTX 4080 SUPER having a deltaPct of -0.1% compared to the RTX 4080. This means they perform at the same level in synthetic tests.

Q: Is the 16 GB of VRAM sufficient for Ready Or Not?

A: Yes, the data shows no VRAM-related performance drops at any resolution or setting, including 4K Ultra, suggesting the 16 GB is ample for this game.

Q: What is the system's overall rank among tested combos?

A: The combo ranks 315th out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it in the top 8.5% of all systems benchmarked for this game.