Ready Or Not

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread desktop processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, featuring a 20 MB shared L3 cache and a 65 W TDP. Its benchmark profile shows a strong multi-threaded capability, with a 3DMark 16-thread score of 7314 and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604, while single-thread performance is represented by a 3DMark single-thread score of 960 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3191.

In the context of Ready Or Not, a tactical shooter that emphasizes CPU-heavy AI and simulation logic, the 13400F's balanced core configuration proves to be an effective pairing with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT. The data shows that at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 282 FPS, which is the highest recorded FPS in the entire measured set. This indicates that at lower resolutions and settings, the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with data faster than the GPU can render frames, making the system CPU-bound in that specific scenario. The 3DMark 2-thread score of 1880 and 4-thread score of 3459 suggest that the processor handles the lighter thread loads typical of game logic with ease, which is crucial for maintaining high frame rates in a game where squad AI and door breaches are processed sequentially.

Compared to its nearest rivals in the CPU benchmark database, the 13400F sits at a near-parity position. It matches the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS with a deltaPct of 0, and it is 0.3% behind the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D. It is 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H. This tight clustering suggests that in a CPU-bound scenario, the 13400F would offer performance indistinguishable from these alternatives, with differences in frame rates likely falling within the margin of error. However, the 13400F's 77th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25292, indicates that it is a solidly above-average part, capable of supporting high-refresh-rate gaming without becoming a bottleneck in most real-world situations.

At 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 99, which is a 65% reduction from the 1080p Low figure. This scaling suggests that as the resolution and graphical fidelity increase, the load shifts from the CPU to the GPU, and the 13400F's role becomes less dominant. The processor's max-thread score of 7307 in 3DMark is nearly identical to its 16-thread score, implying that the additional threads beyond 16 offer no extra benefit, which aligns with a game that likely scales well on the 13400F's 16 threads without needing more.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Ready Or Not?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 282 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F and the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS have identical average benchmark scores, with a deltaPct of 0, indicating they perform at the same level in synthetic tests.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 4K resolution?

A: No, at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 52, which is the lowest in the set, indicating the GPU is the limiting component at this resolution and setting combination.

Q: What is the FPS difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops from 178 FPS on Low settings to 99 FPS on Ultra settings, a decrease of 79 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU's 10-core configuration beneficial for this game?

A: The benchmark results show a 3DMark 16-thread score of 7314 versus a max-thread score of 7307, suggesting that the game utilizes the available threads effectively, and the 10-core/16-thread setup provides sufficient headroom.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 1710th out of 3714 tested combinations, placing it in the upper half of all tested systems.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases, which helps identify the bottleneck in this system. At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the combo achieves an average of 246 FPS, with a minimum of 209 FPS and a maximum of 283 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same settings, the average drops to 155 FPS, a 37% reduction. At 3840x2160, the average falls further to 81 FPS, a 67% reduction from the 1080p figure.

This steep decline, particularly the drop from 155 FPS at 1440p to 81 FPS at 4K, is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. The Radeon RX 6750 XT, with its 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth, is being tasked with rendering an increasing number of pixels, and its compute capabilities—13.31 TFLOPS FP32—become the limiting factor. The CPU, which is capable of producing 282 FPS at 1080p Low, is not the primary constraint at higher resolutions, as evidenced by the fact that the FPS continues to scale downward with resolution rather than plateauing at a CPU-limited ceiling.

The pattern is consistent across all setting levels. At Ultra settings, the FPS drops from 157 FPS at 1080p to 99 FPS at 1440p and then to 52 FPS at 4K. The ratio of FPS between 1080p and 4K at Ultra is roughly 3:1, which is less than the 4:1 pixel count difference, indicating that the GPU's performance does not scale linearly with pixel count, likely due to memory bandwidth and fill rate constraints. The GPU's pixel rate of 166.4 GPixel/s and texture rate of 416.0 GTexel/s are fixed resources that get divided among more pixels, leading to the observed FPS drops. This data strongly suggests that for users targeting 4K gaming, the RX 6750 XT is the limiting component, while at 1080p, the CPU is more likely to be the ceiling, given the 282 FPS Low result.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the comprehensive database of tested CPU and GPU combinations for Ready Or Not, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT achieves a rank of 1710 out of 3714 total combinations. This places it in the 54th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms more than half of the other configurations in the database.

This ranking is notable when considering the individual components' standings. The CPU ranks in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 71st percentile among all GPUs. The combo's overall rank of 1710 suggests that the pairing works harmoniously, with neither component significantly dragging down the other's potential. The fact that the combo rank is lower than either component's individual percentile ranking indicates that the game's performance is not solely dependent on the strength of the individual parts, but rather on how they interact.

The 3714 tested combinations span a wide range of hardware, from budget to enthusiast tier. Being in the upper half of this distribution indicates that this combo is capable of delivering a smooth experience at high settings for most users. The data shows that at 1440p High, the combo achieves 141 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, and even at 4K High it manages 74 FPS, which is playable. The rank of 1710 suggests that there are faster combinations, but the gap in real-world performance may be marginal, especially given the tight clustering of the CPU's nearest rivals.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture, utilizing the Navi 22 chip manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It features 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output pipelines, along with 40 ray tracing cores. The GPU operates with a base clock of 2150 MHz, a game clock of 2495 MHz, and a boost clock of 2600 MHz. It has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 432.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

In Ready Or Not, the GPU's role becomes increasingly critical as resolution and settings increase. The game is a modern tactical shooter with detailed environments, dynamic lighting, and numerous interactive elements, all of which place significant demands on the GPU. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is particularly relevant for this title, as high-resolution textures and complex scenes can consume large amounts of memory. The data shows that the GPU is capable of handling the game's demands, but with limitations at the highest settings.

The measured FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 52 FPS, which is the lowest recorded. This indicates that the GPU is fully utilized and struggling to maintain fluid frame rates at 4K with maximum graphical fidelity. The 13.31 TFLOPS FP32 compute performance is the primary driver of this, as the GPU is processing a massive number of pixels. The 166.4 GPixel/s pixel rate and 416.0 GTexel/s texture rate are being taxed heavily. However, at 1080p, the GPU's performance is more than sufficient, with the combo achieving 224 FPS at High settings and 157 FPS at Ultra, indicating that the GPU is not the bottleneck at lower resolutions.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the RX 6750 XT holds a slight edge. It is 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon R9 M395X and 0.6% ahead of the AMD FirePro W7100, while being 1.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile. These differences are negligible in practice, suggesting that the 6750 XT's performance is well-aligned with its peers. The GPU's 71st percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26011, confirms its position as a competent mid-to-high-range part. The 250 W TDP and dual-slot design indicate it is a power-hungry card, but the performance it delivers justifies this in the context of the game's results.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at how this combo performs across different resolutions and settings in Ready Or Not. The following breakdown details the exact average FPS, along with minimum and maximum FPS where available, for each configuration.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: Average 282 FPS.
• Medium: Average 246 FPS, with a minimum of 209 FPS and a maximum of 283 FPS.
• High: Average 224 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 157 FPS.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: Average 178 FPS.
• Medium: Average 155 FPS, with a minimum of 132 FPS and a maximum of 179 FPS.
• High: Average 141 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 99 FPS.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: Average 93 FPS.
• Medium: Average 81 FPS, with a minimum of 69 FPS and a maximum of 93 FPS.
• High: Average 74 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 52 FPS.

The data reveals a consistent trend: each step up in resolution or settings reduces the average FPS by a predictable margin. At 1080p, the frame rates are exceptionally high, even at Ultra settings, indicating that the system is well-suited for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors. The jump to 1440p brings a significant reduction, but the average FPS remains above 140 for High settings, which is ideal for most gaming scenarios. At 4K, the system begins to struggle, particularly at Ultra settings where the average FPS drops to 52, which is below the 60 FPS target for many gamers.

The minimum FPS values, only provided for Medium settings across all resolutions, show that the system maintains a playable frame rate even during demanding scenes. At 1080p Medium, the minimum of 209 FPS indicates no noticeable stuttering. At 1440p Medium, the minimum of 132 FPS is still smooth. At 4K Medium, the minimum of 69 FPS is just above the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting that occasional dips may be noticeable but not severe. These minimums provide insight into the system's consistency, and the data suggests that the combo is most stable at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K being the boundary of its comfortable performance envelope.