Ready Or Not

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-14700F combined with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 lands at rank 997 out of 1748 tested combos in Ready Or Not. That places this pairing in the lower-middle portion of the database, which is a fair reflection of what the hardware delivers in this specific tactical shooter. The ranking is not about the CPU, which sits in the 94th percentile of all processors tested, but rather about the GPU's position in the hierarchy. The RTX 4060 sits in the 66th percentile of all GPUs, and its performance in this game is the limiting factor for the overall combo ranking.

The data shows this combo is not a top-tier performer, but it is far from a weak one. The 997th position out of 1748 means there are 751 combos that perform worse, which is a substantial majority. In practical terms, this setup is a solid mid-range pairing that will handle Ready Or Not competently at most settings, though it will struggle with the absolute highest visual fidelity at 4K. The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU's 8 GB of VRAM and its 128-bit memory bus, which are modest by modern standards for a game that can be demanding on memory at higher resolutions. The CPU has plenty of headroom, as its benchmark scores suggest, but the GPU's architectural limits cap the overall result.

GPU Role

The RTX 4060 is the primary driver of the measured frame rates in this combo, and its specifications explain the performance profile. The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is the most significant factor in how the card performs across different settings and resolutions in Ready Or Not. The core clock speeds are a base of 1830 MHz and a boost of 2460 MHz, which are reasonably high, but the memory bandwidth is what binds the card at higher loads.

In the measured results, the GPU's role becomes clear when looking at the scaling from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo hits 267.9 FPS, which is a frame rate that suggests the CPU is doing most of the work. However, as the resolution increases, the GPU's workload grows, and its limitations become apparent. The 8 GB VRAM buffer is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K Ultra, the card is clearly struggling, dropping to 48.2 FPS. This is not a failure of the core architecture but a direct consequence of the memory subsystem being too narrow for the data demands of 4K Ultra textures and effects. The GPU's 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is adequate for this game, but the memory bandwidth is the bottleneck in the most demanding scenarios.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound workload. Moving from 1080p to 1440p to 4K, the frame rates drop consistently across all settings, but the severity of the drop varies depending on the preset. At High settings, the combo delivers 208.5 FPS at 1080p, 132.4 FPS at 1440p, and 71.1 FPS at 4K. That is a 36.5% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 46.3% drop from 1440p to 4K.

The pattern is similar for other presets, but the Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling. At 1080p Ultra, the combo achieves 149.6 FPS, which drops to 92.7 FPS at 1440p, and then plummets to 48.2 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is nearly half the frame rate of the 1440p result, indicating that the GPU is entirely overwhelmed by the combination of high resolution and maximum visual effects. The data suggests that the RTX 4060 is the limiting component at all resolutions above 1080p, and even at 1080p with Ultra settings, the GPU is starting to show its constraints. The CPU, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, has more than enough headroom to feed the GPU at these frame rates, so the scaling is purely a GPU story.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Ready Or Not with this combo?

A: The data shows that 1440p is the sweet spot. At High settings, the combo delivers 132.4 FPS, which is smooth and responsive. 4K is playable at High settings with 71.1 FPS, but the frame rate drops significantly if you push to Ultra.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rivals in this game?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 23181, which is 0.6% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6600M and 0.7% behind the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti. It is 0.7% ahead of the Intel Arc B580 and 0.8% ahead of the AMD Radeon 760M. These are very close scores, indicating that the RTX 4060 is in a tight performance cluster.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700F a bottleneck for the RTX 4060?

A: No. The CPU has a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35443 and a single-core score of 5003, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs. The high frame rates at 1080p Low (267.9 FPS) indicate that the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output, so the GPU is the limiting factor.

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

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K High, the combo produces 71.1 FPS, which is playable. At 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 48.2 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. The 8 GB of VRAM is the primary constraint at this resolution.

Q: What is the difference in performance between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the combo achieves 267.9 FPS on Low settings and 149.6 FPS on Ultra settings. That is a difference of 118.3 FPS, or about 44% lower performance on Ultra compared to Low. The gap is substantial, but both are very playable frame rates.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 54097, which is 0.6% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and 1.1% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D. It is 1.2% higher than the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 and 1.7% higher than the AMD EPYC 7313P. The differences are minimal, showing it is a strong performer.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy of presets, and the best choice depends on your monitor's resolution. For 1080p, the Ultra preset is the most visually impressive option, and the combo still delivers a very playable 149.6 FPS. If you want to maximize frame rates for a competitive edge, the Low preset at 267.9 FPS is the fastest, but the visual quality will suffer. The Medium preset at 232.6 FPS offers a good balance, but the High preset at 208.5 FPS is the most reasonable choice for a high-refresh monitor, as it provides excellent visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness.

At 1440p, the High preset is the recommended starting point, as it delivers 132.4 FPS, which is ideal for a 144Hz monitor. The Medium preset at 144.7 FPS is also excellent, but the High preset offers better visual quality for a minor frame rate cost. The Ultra preset at 92.7 FPS is still playable, but it is not as smooth as the other options. For 4K, the High preset at 71.1 FPS is the best option, as it is the only preset that maintains a frame rate above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 77.9 FPS is also viable, but the High preset offers a better balance of image quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 48.2 FPS is not recommended for 4K, as the frame rate is too low for a smooth experience.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700F is a highly capable processor that provides more than enough power for Ready Or Not. It has 20 cores and 28 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. This specification is far beyond what this game requires, and the benchmark results confirm its strength. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35443 and single-core score of 5003 place it in the top 6% of all CPUs tested, and its Passmark single-thread score of 4261 indicates strong per-core performance.

In the context of this combo, the CPU is not a limiting factor at any resolution. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 267.9 FPS, which is a frame rate that would be impossible if the CPU were a bottleneck. Even at 1080p Ultra, the 149.6 FPS result is more than the GPU can consistently produce, suggesting the CPU is waiting on the GPU rather than the other way around. The CPU's 33 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support are more than adequate for the game's demands. The nearest rivals to this CPU, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X, are within 1.1% of its average benchmark score, which shows that the i7-14700F is a top-tier processor that will not hold back the RTX 4060 in this game.