Ready Or Not

FAQ

Q: What is the combo rank of the Intel Core i5-12600KF with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER in Ready Or Not?

A: This combination ranks 1074 out of 1748 tested combos in the database, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the overall performance distribution for this game.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its nearest GPU rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 22206. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A400, scores 22307, which is 0.5% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 scores 21670, which is 2.5% lower.

Q: What is the best average FPS this combo achieves at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 245.8 average FPS, which is the highest measured result across all tested resolutions and settings.

Q: What is the worst average FPS this combo achieves?

A: The lowest measured average FPS is 45.7 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is the most demanding configuration tested.

Q: How does the CPU's single-thread performance compare to its nearest rival?

A: The i5-12600KF has a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3309. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-10900K, has an average score that is essentially identical (deltaPct of 0), while the Core Ultra 5 125H is 0.2% behind.

Q: What memory types does the i5-12600KF support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with a dual-channel memory bus.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is built on the Turing architecture using the TU104 chip, fabricated on a 12 nm process at TSMC. It carries 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1605 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). These specifications define the frame delivery ceiling for this combo.

In Ready Or Not, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution climbs. At 3840x2160, the gap between Low and Ultra settings is substantial: the card delivers 81.2 average FPS on Low but drops to 45.7 on Ultra, a reduction of roughly 44%. This spread indicates that the RTX 2070 SUPER has enough raw throughput for high-refresh 1080p and 1440p gaming, but 4K Ultra pushes the GPU past its comfortable operating range. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is adequate for the game's textures at the tested settings, as no memory-related stutters are implied by the measured averages.

The GPU's compute capabilities, including 2560 shading units and 40 RT cores, contribute to the game's visual effects, but the measured data shows that the biggest performance lever at 4K is dropping from Ultra to High, which raises the average from 45.7 to 67.2 FPS. The RTX 2070 SUPER's percentile rank of 65 among all GPUs places it above the median, and its average benchmark score of 22206 is only 0.5% below the RTX A400 and 2.5% above the RX 5700, indicating it sits in a tight competitive cluster.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 1074 out of 1748 tested combinations places this system in the 61st percentile of all tested configurations for Ready Or Not. This is a mid-pack result, meaning that while the hardware is capable of playable frame rates at most settings, a majority of tested combos outperform it. The rank reflects the balance between the i5-12600KF's strong multi-threaded capacity and the RTX 2070 SUPER's mid-tier standing in the GPU hierarchy.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 27827 places it in the 84th percentile among all CPUs, with its nearest rival being the Intel Core i9-10900K at a deltaPct of 0. The GPU's average score of 22206 places it in the 65th percentile among all GPUs. This asymmetry — a higher-performing CPU paired with a relatively lower-performing GPU — suggests that in many scenarios, the RTX 2070 SUPER is the primary limiter for frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU's headroom allows the GPU to run at its maximum output, but at 4K, the GPU's workload dominates and the CPU's advantage becomes less relevant.

When compared to other combos in the database, this system's rank is influenced by the fact that many tested configurations include newer or higher-tier GPUs. The data shows that the combo performs best at 1080p, where it achieves over 140 FPS even on Ultra, but falls below 60 FPS only at 4K Ultra. This suggests that the rank is not a reflection of poor optimization but rather the natural ceiling imposed by the GPU's age and tier.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers consistently high frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce 245.8 average FPS, Medium yields 218.7, High drops to 196.2, and Ultra still manages 140.5. The scaling from Ultra to Low represents a 75% performance increase, indicating that the game's settings have a significant impact on GPU load. Even at Ultra, the frame rate is well above the 144 Hz threshold, making this resolution ideal for high-refresh monitors.

At 2560x1440, the results remain strong but show more sensitivity to settings. Low settings hit 155.7 average FPS, Medium produces 133.9, High yields 121.8, and Ultra drops to 86.0. The transition from High to Ultra is notable: a 30% performance loss for the highest quality preset. Still, all settings remain above 60 FPS, meaning 1440p is fully playable across the board, though Ultra may not fully utilize a 144 Hz display.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to struggle. Medium settings produce 69.9 average FPS, High yields 67.2, and Low reaches 81.2. Ultra is the only setting that falls below 60 FPS, with 45.7 average. The data shows that the gap between Low and Medium at 4K is 14%, while the gap between High and Ultra is 32%. This indicates that the Ultra preset introduces effects that are disproportionately expensive at this resolution, likely related to shadow quality, reflections, or post-processing. For 4K gaming, the best balance is achieved at High, which stays close to Medium in performance while offering better visuals.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, with a 125 W TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes and is unlocked for overclocking.

In Ready Or Not, the CPU's role is most apparent at lower resolutions where the GPU is not the bottleneck. At 1920x1080 Low, the combo achieves 245.8 average FPS, which suggests that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough draw calls to maintain extremely high frame rates. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23444 indicates strong parallel processing capability, while the single-core score of 3309 shows solid per-thread performance. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1016 and 16-thread score of 7956 further confirm that both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads are handled competently.

The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-10900K, has an identical average benchmark score (deltaPct of 0), which means that swapping between these two processors would yield negligible performance differences in most scenarios. The i5-12600KF's 10 cores and 16 threads are sufficient for the game's AI and physics calculations, and the measured data shows no scenario where the CPU becomes the limiting factor, as frame rates scale consistently with GPU load across settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the recommended approach depends on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is viable for competitive play, delivering 140.5 average FPS, which is still above the threshold for smooth gameplay on most monitors. Players with 144 Hz displays can comfortably use High settings at 196.2 FPS without sacrificing visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the High preset provides the best balance, with 121.8 average FPS. This is a 41% improvement over Ultra's 86.0 FPS, while the visual difference between High and Ultra is typically modest in tactical shooters. Medium settings at 133.9 FPS are an option for those prioritizing frame rate over fidelity, but High is the sweet spot for most users.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the clear recommendation, with 67.2 average FPS. This is above the 60 FPS threshold and only 3.9% lower than Medium's 69.9 FPS, meaning the performance cost of High over Medium is negligible. Ultra should be avoided at this resolution, as the 45.7 average FPS falls below the playability standard for a tactical shooter where reaction time matters. Low settings at 81.2 FPS are viable for players who prioritize frame rate above all else, but the visual compromise is substantial. The data indicates that the combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K requiring settings compromises to maintain playable frame rates.