Ready Or Not

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 887th out of 1748 tested combos in Ready Or Not, placing it just past the midpoint of the database. This positioning suggests a balanced pairing that delivers solid, but not elite, performance in this tactical shooter. The combo's percentile ranking reflects a system capable of high refresh rates at mainstream resolutions, though it will require settings adjustments to maintain smooth gameplay at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 887 out of 1748 places it in the 49th percentile of all tested configurations in Ready Or Not. This is a mid-pack result, indicating that while the system is far from the top echelon, it also outperforms roughly half of all recorded combinations. The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU's 73rd percentile standing among all GPUs, which drags the overall score down relative to the CPU's stronger 89th percentile position.

In practical terms, this rank means the system sits in a crowded middle ground where minor tweaks to settings or resolution can shift the experience from playable to excellent. The data shows that the combo's measured performance is consistent with its rank, delivering playable frame rates across all tested settings at 1080p and 1440p, but struggling to maintain high fidelity at 4K Ultra. The pairing is not a top-tier enthusiast setup, but it is decidedly capable for the vast majority of gaming scenarios.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700K brings 12 cores and 20 threads to the system, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This Alder Lake architecture processor, built on Intel's 10 nm process, demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29241 and a single-core score of 4128. The single-thread performance is particularly relevant for Ready Or Not, as tactical shooters often rely heavily on a few primary threads for game logic and AI.

The CPU's benchmark results show a clear strength in multi-threaded workloads, with a PassMark multithread score of 34404 and a 3DMark max threads score of 9979. This suggests the processor can handle the background simulation and physics calculations typical of a tactical shooter without becoming a bottleneck. The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845, scores within 0.3% of the i7-12700K's average benchmark score of 35684, indicating the two are nearly interchangeable in raw compute.

In Ready Or Not specifically, the CPU's 89th percentile ranking versus all CPUs suggests it has ample headroom to feed the GPU at lower resolutions. The measured FPS data supports this, as the system achieves 281 FPS at 1080p Low, indicating the CPU is not limiting frame output at this setting. However, the gap between 1080p and 4K performance will reveal whether the CPU or GPU becomes the dominant constraint at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 features 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's boost clock of 2497 MHz and base clock of 2280 MHz, combined with 3840 shading units, produce a peak FP32 throughput of 19.18 TFLOPS. The 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores provide hardware support for ray tracing and DLSS features, though the measured FPS data in this pack does not include ray-traced results.

The RTX 5060's average benchmark score of 30109 places it at the 73rd percentile of all GPUs, with its nearest rival being the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT at a 0% delta. This near-identical performance level means the two cards are effectively interchangeable in most titles, including Ready Or Not. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 20891 reinforces its mid-range positioning, sitting well below high-end cards but comfortably above entry-level options.

In Ready Or Not, the 8 GB VRAM capacity is a critical factor at higher resolutions. The data shows a significant FPS drop between 1440p High (143.6 FPS) and 4K High (72.9 FPS), with the 4K Ultra setting falling to 52.1 FPS. This pattern suggests the GPU's memory bandwidth and capacity become limiting factors as resolution increases, particularly when texture quality demands exceed the 8 GB frame buffer at 4K Ultra settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 1080p, the system delivers outstanding frame rates across all settings: 281 FPS at Low, 248.1 FPS at Medium, 221.6 FPS at High, and 158 FPS at Ultra. These numbers indicate the combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors at 1080p, with even the most demanding preset maintaining well above 144 FPS.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates remain strong but show a more pronounced impact from settings changes. Low settings produce 180.6 FPS, Medium achieves 152.6 FPS, High delivers 143.6 FPS, and Ultra drops to 97.1 FPS. The 1440p High result represents a 35% reduction from the 1080p High figure, demonstrating the expected scaling as pixel count increases.

At 4K, the system's limitations become apparent. Low settings still manage a playable 91.6 FPS, Medium delivers 81.7 FPS, High produces 72.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 52.1 FPS. The 4K results show a consistent pattern: the combo can handle 4K at lower settings but cannot maintain high frame rates at the highest quality presets. The difference between 4K Low and 4K Ultra is 39.5 FPS, highlighting the substantial cost of quality settings at this resolution.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Ready Or Not at 4K smoothly?

A: At 4K, the system achieves 91.6 FPS on Low settings and 72.9 FPS on High, but drops to 52.1 FPS on Ultra. For smooth 60+ FPS gameplay, High settings are playable, but Ultra requires accepting frame rates below 60 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Ready Or Not?

A: The 1440p resolution provides the best balance, with High settings delivering 143.6 FPS and Ultra achieving 97.1 FPS. This allows for high-quality visuals while maintaining frame rates well above 60 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its closest rival?

A: The RTX 5060's average benchmark score of 30109 is exactly 0% different from the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT's score of 30097, making them virtually identical in performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low, the system hits 281 FPS, which is sufficiently high that the CPU's single-thread performance is likely the primary constraint. The CPU's single-core score of 4128 in Cinebench R23 suggests it can handle the game's logic without becoming a severe bottleneck at this resolution.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p Ultra?

A: The measured average FPS at 1440p Ultra is 97.1 FPS, which is comfortably above 60 FPS and suitable for high-refresh-rate displays.

Q: Does the 8 GB VRAM cause issues at 4K?

A: The data shows a significant drop from 81.7 FPS at 4K Medium to 52.1 FPS at 4K Ultra, a 36% reduction. This suggests the 8 GB VRAM may be insufficient for the highest texture quality at 4K, forcing the system to rely on slower memory transfers.

Settings Recommendations

The optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and frame rate preference. At 1080p, the Ultra preset delivers 158 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play and high-refresh monitors. There is little reason to drop below High at this resolution, as even Ultra maintains frame rates far above the 144 Hz threshold.

At 1440p, the High preset at 143.6 FPS offers the best experience, providing near-Ultra visuals while maintaining frame rates suitable for 144 Hz displays. The Ultra preset at 97.1 FPS is still excellent for 60-100 Hz monitors, but the 46.5 FPS gap between High and Ultra suggests diminishing returns on visual quality versus performance at this resolution.

At 4K, the Medium preset at 81.7 FPS is the recommended choice for a balanced experience. The High preset at 72.9 FPS remains playable, but the Ultra preset's 52.1 FPS falls below the 60 FPS threshold many players consider essential. The Low preset at 91.6 FPS is viable for competitive play, but Medium provides a better visual experience without a significant performance penalty.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the GPU as the dominant limiting component at higher resolutions. At High settings, the frame rate drops from 221.6 FPS at 1080p to 143.6 FPS at 1440p (a 35% reduction) and then to 72.9 FPS at 4K (a 49% reduction from 1440p). This pattern shows an increasingly steep performance cost as resolution rises, typical of a GPU-bound scenario.

At Low settings, the scaling is more moderate: 281 FPS at 1080p, 180.6 FPS at 1440p (36% drop), and 91.6 FPS at 4K (49% drop). The consistent percentage reductions across settings suggest the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth are the primary constraints, rather than CPU limitations. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance ensures it can keep up with the GPU's demands even at 1080p, where frame rates exceed 200 FPS.

The data indicates that the combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it delivers exceptional performance. At 4K, the system requires settings compromises to maintain playable frame rates, with the Ultra preset at 52.1 FPS being the clear outlier. This scaling behavior is consistent with the GPU's 73rd percentile ranking, confirming that the RTX 5060 is the limiting factor in high-resolution scenarios.