Ready Or Not

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 delivers exceptional frame rates in Ready Or Not, with the data showing the combination ranks in the 94th percentile among all 3,714 tested combos. The measured results reveal a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions but transitions to a more balanced state at 1080p, where the CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads begin to matter more. This analysis breaks down the specific FPS figures, the scaling behavior across resolutions, and what the data implies about each component's role in this tactical shooter.

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

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a Raptor Lake-S part built on Intel's 10 nm process, featuring 10 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock of 2.50 GHz can boost up to 4.60 GHz, and it carries 20 MB of shared L3 cache alongside 1.25 MB of L2 per core. These specifications are relevant because Ready Or Not is a tactical shooter that relies on both single-thread responsiveness for AI and physics calculations, as well as multi-threaded performance for rendering the game's detailed environments and numerous NPCs.

Benchmark scores place the i5-13400F in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25,292. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (score 25,284, delta 0%), the Intel Core 5 120 (score 25,362, delta -0.3%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (score 25,365, delta -0.3%). These figures show the i5-13400F sits in a tight cluster, essentially tied with those parts. For Ready Or Not, the CPU's 16 threads are sufficient to feed the RTX 5080 at 1080p, where the data shows the highest frame rates. At 4K, the CPU role diminishes, as the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck.

The measured FPS data reveals an important pattern: at 1080p with Low settings, the combo hits 487 FPS average, which is a massive workload for the CPU to maintain. The fact that the system can reach this figure indicates the i5-13400F's single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,191) is strong enough to avoid becoming a hard limit. However, the gap between 1080p Low (487 FPS) and 4K Low (161 FPS) is substantial, suggesting that the GPU's rendering capabilities are the constraining factor as resolution climbs. The CPU is not the limiting component in any measured configuration; rather, it provides enough headroom to let the RTX 5080 express its full potential.

FAQ

Q: How does the i5-13400F compare to its closest CPU rivals in average benchmark scores?

A: The i5-13400F scores 25,292 on average, which is essentially identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (25,284, delta 0%) and slightly behind the Intel Core 5 120 (25,362, delta -0.3%) and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25,365, delta -0.3%). The differences are negligible, under one percent.

Q: What is the highest average FPS achieved by this combo, and at what settings?

A: The highest average FPS is 487, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The next highest is 424 FPS at 1080p Medium, followed by 386 FPS at 1080p High.

Q: Does the CPU become a bottleneck at any resolution or settings in the measured data?

A: No. The data shows frame rates increase consistently as resolution decreases, from 89 FPS at 4K Ultra to 487 FPS at 1080p Low. This indicates the GPU is the limiting factor throughout; the CPU never caps performance below what the GPU can deliver.

*Q: How does the combo rank among all tested combinations in Ready Or Not?*

A: The combination ranks 216th out of 3,714 total combos, placing it in the top 5.8% of all tested systems for this game.

Q: What are the minimum FPS values recorded for this combo?

A: Minimum FPS values are only recorded for Medium settings: 119 FPS at 4K, 228 FPS at 1440p, and 361 FPS at 1080p. No min FPS data is available for Low, High, or Ultra settings.

Q: Is the i5-13400F's multi-threaded performance sufficient for this game?

A: Yes. With a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22,604 and a 3DMark max-threads score of 7,307, the CPU provides ample multi-threaded capability. The game's performance scales well with the GPU, indicating the 16 threads are not a limiting factor at any tested setting.

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

The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent scaling pattern across resolutions. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 386 at 1080p to 243 at 1440p, and further to 127 at 4K. This represents a 37% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 67% drop from 1080p to 4K. The pattern is similar for other settings: Low goes from 487 to 307 to 161, Medium from 424 to 268 to 140, and Ultra from 271 to 171 to 89.

These numbers reveal that the RTX 5080 is the dominant performance factor at all resolutions. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see similar FPS values at 1080p and 1440p, with the GPU only becoming limiting at 4K. Instead, every resolution step brings a significant FPS reduction, which is the hallmark of GPU-bound performance. The 4K Ultra figure of 89 FPS is still very playable, but the 1080p Low figure of 487 FPS shows the GPU has enormous headroom at lower resolutions.

The scaling also suggests that Ready Or Not is not particularly demanding on the CPU at high frame rates. The jump from 1080p Low (487 FPS) to 1080p Ultra (271 FPS) indicates that graphics settings have a much larger impact than resolution changes alone. At 4K, the gap between Low (161) and Ultra (89) narrows proportionally, confirming that the GPU's fill rate and shading power are the key constraints. The data implies that players seeking maximum performance should prioritize resolution and settings that balance visual fidelity with the GPU's capabilities, as the CPU will not hold back the system.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 combination ranks 216th out of 3,714 tested combos in Ready Or Not. This places it in the top 5.8% of all systems, a strong showing that reflects the GPU's high-end positioning. The RTX 5080 itself scores in the 87th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 56,083, while the CPU sits in the 77th percentile.

The ranking is notable because it outperforms what the individual component percentiles might suggest. The GPU's 87th percentile is the primary driver, but the CPU's 77th percentile does not drag the combo down significantly. This is because the game's performance at the tested settings is heavily GPU-bound, as evidenced by the FPS scaling. The rank of 216 out of 3,714 means there are 215 combos that perform better, likely those pairing the RTX 5080 with higher-end CPUs like the Core i9 or Ryzen 9 series, which can provide marginal gains at 1080p where CPU load is highest.

Compared to the GPU's nearest rivals, the RTX 5080 has an average score of 56,083, which is 0.6% higher than the AMD Radeon 8060S (55,757) and 0.7% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55,698). It trails the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE by 2.2% (57,367). These small deltas suggest that the RTX 5080's performance in Ready Or Not is consistent with its overall benchmark standing, and the combo rank reflects a well-balanced system where the GPU leads and the CPU provides ample support.

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

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture across three resolutions and four settings levels. At 3840x2160 (4K), the average FPS ranges from 89 at Ultra to 161 at Low. Specifically, High settings yield 127 FPS, Medium yields 140 FPS with a min of 119 and max of 161, and Low yields 161 FPS. The Ultra setting is the most demanding, while Low offers a 72 FPS improvement over Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the performance jumps significantly. High settings produce 243 FPS, Low produces 307 FPS, and Medium produces 268 FPS with a min of 228 and max of 308. Ultra at 1440p delivers 171 FPS, which is 82 FPS higher than at 4K Ultra. The 1440p results show that the RTX 5080 is well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors at this resolution, with even Ultra settings exceeding 170 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the combo reaches its peak performance. High settings deliver 386 FPS, Low delivers 487 FPS, and Medium delivers 424 FPS with a min of 361 and max of 488. Ultra at 1080p achieves 271 FPS. These figures indicate that at 1080p, the system is capable of driving extremely high refresh rates, making it ideal for competitive play. The difference between 1080p Ultra (271) and 1440p Ultra (171) is 100 FPS, showing the resolution's impact on GPU load. The data consistently shows that Medium settings offer a good balance, with min FPS values recorded only for this preset, providing stability metrics.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset appears to offer the best balance of performance and visual quality across all resolutions. At 4K, Medium delivers 140 FPS average with a minimum of 119 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. At 1440p, Medium hits 268 FPS with a minimum of 228 FPS, which is more than sufficient for high-refresh-rate displays. At 1080p, Medium achieves 424 FPS with a minimum of 361 FPS, leaving substantial headroom.

The High preset is also a strong choice, providing 127 FPS at 4K, 243 FPS at 1440p, and 386 FPS at 1080p. However, the lack of minimum FPS data for High makes it harder to assess stability. Ultra settings are only recommended for players who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate, as the 89 FPS at 4K Ultra is still playable but noticeably lower than Medium. Low settings offer the highest frame rates (161 at 4K, 307 at 1440p, 487 at 1080p) but sacrifice visual quality, which may not be ideal for a tactical shooter where spotting enemies is crucial.

For most players, the Medium preset at 1440p or 4K provides the best experience, as the minimum FPS values (228 and 119, respectively) ensure no significant stutters. At 1080p, Medium's 424 FPS average is overkill for most monitors, but the 361 FPS minimum ensures peak smoothness. The data suggests that Ultra is the only setting where performance drops below 100 FPS (89 at 4K), so it should be reserved for players with 60Hz displays or those who prefer maximum detail.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is the dominant component in this combo, and its specifications directly explain the measured FPS figures. The GPU features 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 960.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory capacity is more than sufficient for Ready Or Not at 4K Ultra, where the game's textures and geometry can be demanding. The 16 GB VRAM ensures that no memory-related bottlenecks occur, even at the highest settings.

The RTX 5080's clock speeds are 2295 MHz base and 2617 MHz boost, with memory running at 1875 MHz (30 Gbps effective). These clocks, combined with 10,752 shading units and 112 ROPs, deliver the raw compute power needed for the high frame rates observed. The 56.28 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is a key indicator of the GPU's rasterization capability, which Ready Or Not relies on heavily as a tactical shooter without ray tracing demands. The GPU's 84 RT cores are present but likely underutilized in this title, as the game's performance scales more with traditional shading and fill rate.

The RTX 5080's benchmark scores reflect its high-end positioning: 36,565 in Passmark G3D and 23,590 in Geekbench OpenCL. Its percentile rank of 87 among all GPUs confirms it is a top-tier part. In Ready Or Not, the GPU is the clear bottleneck at all resolutions, as shown by the FPS scaling. The 4K Ultra result of 89 FPS is limited by the GPU's pixel rate and texture rate (293.1 GPixel/s and 879.3 GTexel/s), while the 1080p Low result of 487 FPS demonstrates the GPU's ability to push extremely high frame rates when not resolution-limited. The GPU's 360 W TDP and 750 W suggested PSU indicate it is a power-hungry part, but the performance data justifies this for demanding titles like Ready Or Not.