Ready Or Not

# Ready Or Not with Intel Core Ultra 5 235 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060

This combination places in the lower-middle tier for Ready Or Not, ranking 2322nd out of 2947 tested CPU-GPU pairings. The benchmark data reveals a system that delivers playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p across most settings, but struggles to maintain smooth performance at 4K with higher presets. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 provides strong single-threaded capability, while the RTX 2060's 6 GB VRAM becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions and quality levels.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, built on a 3 nm process by TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and boosts up to 5.00 GHz, with 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This CPU sits in the 89th percentile of all processors, indicating solid overall performance for gaming workloads.

In Ready Or Not, the CPU's role is evident from the frame rate scaling across resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 205 FPS average, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset. This high frame rate at a resolution where the GPU has less work to do suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding frames at a very high rate. The single-thread performance, reflected in a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2085 and a PassMark single-thread score of 4516, is particularly relevant for a tactical shooter where AI decision-making and physics calculations often rely on single-threaded performance.

The CPU's benchmark scores place it in close competition with several notable rivals. Its average benchmark score of 46062 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (46030, 0.1% higher for the rival), the Intel Core i9-13900HX (46098, 0.1% lower for the Ultra 5 235), and the AMD EPYC 4364P (45970, 0.2% higher for the Ultra 5 235). This clustering indicates that the Ultra 5 235 delivers performance comparable to these established processors, making it a capable choice for gaming workloads.

The multi-threaded performance, measured at 14769 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 37816 in PassMark multithread, provides ample headroom for background tasks while gaming. The 14 cores with 14 threads (no hyperthreading) handle modern game engine threading well, though the architecture is designed more for efficiency than raw multi-threaded throughput. The 65 W TDP suggests this is a power-efficient chip, which can help maintain consistent performance in sustained gaming sessions without thermal throttling.

For Ready Or Not specifically, the CPU's performance appears sufficient. The game's AI-driven scenarios and destructible environments benefit from the strong single-threaded performance and the 5.00 GHz boost clock. The data shows that at 1080p, even with Ultra settings, the system maintains 114 FPS average, which is well above playable thresholds. The CPU does not appear to be the limiting factor at any resolution or setting combination in this dataset.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is a Turing-architecture GPU with 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 336.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. It features 1920 shading units, 30 RT cores, and 240 tensor cores, with a base clock of 1365 MHz and a boost clock of 1680 MHz. The GPU sits in the 58th percentile of all graphics cards, reflecting its mid-range positioning in the current hardware landscape.

The RTX 2060's benchmark performance shows it clustered tightly with several competitors. Its average benchmark score of 15290 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (15283, 0% difference), the AMD Radeon 680M (15270, 0.1% higher for the RTX 2060), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (15199, 0.6% higher for the RTX 2060), and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 (15171, 0.8% higher for the RTX 2060). This positioning suggests that the RTX 2060 delivers performance on par with these GPUs despite being from an older generation.

In Ready Or Not, the GPU's 6 GB VRAM capacity is the most critical specification. The game's texture-heavy environments and detailed character models consume VRAM quickly at higher resolutions and settings. The measured frame rates show a clear pattern: at 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 38, which is the lowest measured result in the dataset. This dramatic drop from the 1080p Ultra result of 114 FPS indicates that the GPU is overwhelmed at 4K with maximum settings, likely due to VRAM limitations and the raw computational demands.

The GPU's 6.451 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 201.6 GTexel/s texture rate provide adequate throughput for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The RTX 2060's DirectX 12 Ultimate support and Vulkan 1.4 compatibility ensure it can run modern game engines efficiently. However, the 6 GB VRAM is a limiting factor when pushing higher resolutions, as evidenced by the significant frame rate drops at 4K.

The pixel rate of 80.64 GPixel/s and the 48 ROPs are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p rendering, but at 4K, the GPU must process four times as many pixels as at 1080p, which explains the substantial performance degradation. The data shows that even at 4K Low settings, the system only achieves 67 FPS average, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution regardless of quality settings.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the system's performance characteristics clearly. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 205 at 1080p to 129 at 1440p (a 37% decrease) and further to 67 at 4K (a 48% decrease from 1440p). This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, where the CPU has sufficient headroom and the GPU's workload increases with pixel count.

At High settings, the scaling is similar but with slightly different proportions. The 1080p result of 162 FPS drops to 102 at 1440p (a 37% decrease) and then to 54 at 4K (a 47% decrease from 1440p). The consistent percentage drops across settings suggest that the GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions, with the CPU maintaining adequate performance to keep the GPU fed.

The Medium settings data provides the most complete picture, with full min/avg/max FPS values. At 1080p, the average is 178 FPS with a minimum of 152 and maximum of 205. At 1440p, the average drops to 113 FPS with a minimum of 96 and maximum of 129. At 4K, the average falls to 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 and maximum of 68. The minimum frame rates at each resolution are particularly telling: 152 FPS at 1080p, 96 at 1440p, and 50 at 4K. The 4K minimum of 50 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold that many players consider smooth, indicating that 4K gaming with Medium settings will experience occasional stutters in demanding scenes.

Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling. The 1080p average of 114 FPS drops to 72 at 1440p (a 37% decrease) and then to 38 at 4K (a 47% decrease from 1440p). The 4K Ultra result of 38 FPS is not playable for a tactical shooter where quick reactions are essential. This steep drop at 4K Ultra, combined with the 6 GB VRAM limitation, makes this resolution/settings combination impractical for this hardware.

The data indicates that the GPU is the limiting component at all resolutions. The CPU's strong single-threaded performance and high boost clock ensure it can keep up with the GPU's demands even at 1080p where frame rates exceed 200 FPS. The scaling pattern is consistent with a system where the GPU's computational and memory capabilities determine the maximum achievable frame rate.

FAQ

Q: Is this system capable of running Ready Or Not at 4K?

A: The data shows that 4K gaming is possible but limited. At 4K Low settings, the system achieves 67 FPS average, which is playable. At 4K Medium, the average drops to 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 FPS, which may cause noticeable stuttering. At 4K High and Ultra, the averages fall to 54 and 38 FPS respectively, making these settings impractical for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the best resolution for this hardware combination?

A: The 1440p resolution provides the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1440p High settings, the system achieves 102 FPS average, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. Even at 1440p Ultra, the average of 72 FPS remains playable, offering a significant visual upgrade over 1080p without the performance penalty seen at 4K.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its closest competitors in this game?

A: The RTX 2060's average benchmark score of 15290 is nearly identical to the GTX 580 (15283), Radeon 680M (15270), RTX 3050 OEM (15199), and RX 7600 (15171). The performance differences are minimal, ranging from 0% to 0.8%, meaning players can expect similar frame rates from these GPUs in Ready Or Not.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at any resolution?

A: The data does not indicate CPU bottlenecking. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 205 FPS average, which is an extremely high frame rate that would only be possible with a capable CPU. The consistent frame rate scaling across resolutions suggests the GPU is the limiting factor throughout, with the CPU providing sufficient performance at all settings.

Q: Is the 6 GB VRAM sufficient for Ready Or Not?

A: The 6 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming across all settings. At 4K, however, the VRAM appears to be a limiting factor. The significant frame rate drops at 4K High and Ultra settings, combined with the GPU's computational limitations, suggest that 6 GB is not enough for the highest quality settings at this resolution.

Q: What frame rates can be expected with Medium settings?

A: Medium settings provide the most complete data with min/avg/max values. At 1080p, the average is 178 FPS with a minimum of 152 FPS. At 1440p, the average is 113 FPS with a minimum of 96 FPS. At 4K, the average is 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 FPS. These values indicate that Medium settings at 1080p and 1440p provide smooth, consistent performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rate data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired performance level. At 1080p, all settings presets deliver playable frame rates, with even Ultra settings achieving 114 FPS average. The Medium preset at 1080p provides an excellent balance with 178 FPS average and a minimum of 152 FPS, ensuring consistent performance even in demanding scenes. For players prioritizing maximum visual quality at 1080p, Ultra settings at 114 FPS average remain well above playable thresholds.

At 1440p, the High preset offers the best experience with 102 FPS average, providing smooth gameplay while maintaining good visual fidelity. The Medium preset at 1440p achieves 113 FPS average with a minimum of 96 FPS, which is also excellent and provides a more consistent frame rate with a higher minimum. Ultra settings at 1440p drop to 72 FPS average, which is still playable but may experience occasional frame rate dips in intense firefights. For the most consistent experience at 1440p, Medium or High settings are recommended.

At 4K, the options are more limited. Low settings provide 67 FPS average, which is the only 4K preset that consistently exceeds 60 FPS. Medium settings at 4K achieve 59 FPS average with a minimum of 50 FPS, which is borderline playable but may cause noticeable stuttering in action-heavy sequences. High settings at 4K drop to 54 FPS average, and Ultra settings fall to 38 FPS average, making these presets unsuitable for competitive play. For 4K gaming, Low or Medium settings are the only viable options, with the understanding that some visual compromises are necessary.

The overall recommendation is to play at 1440p with High settings for the best combination of visual quality and performance. This configuration provides 102 FPS average, well above the 60 FPS threshold, while maintaining high visual fidelity. Players who prefer maximum frame rates should choose 1080p with Medium or High settings, while players who prioritize visual quality above all else can use 1440p Ultra with the understanding that frame rates will be lower.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080 resolution, the system delivers its strongest performance. Low settings produce an average of 205 FPS, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset. Medium settings achieve 178 FPS average with a minimum of 152 FPS and a maximum of 205 FPS, indicating consistent performance throughout. High settings reach 162 FPS average, and Ultra settings drop to 114 FPS average. All 1080p presets maintain frame rates well above 60 FPS, making this resolution the most reliable choice for competitive play.

At 2560x1440 resolution, performance remains strong but shows expected scaling. Low settings achieve 129 FPS average, while Medium settings deliver 113 FPS average with a minimum of 96 FPS and a maximum of 129 FPS. High settings produce 102 FPS average, and Ultra settings fall to 72 FPS average. The 1440p results show that all settings presets remain playable, with even the lowest minimum frame rate (96 FPS at Medium) staying well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160 resolution, the GPU's limitations become apparent. Low settings achieve 67 FPS average, which is the only 4K preset that consistently exceeds 60 FPS. Medium settings deliver 59 FPS average with a minimum of 50 FPS and a maximum of 68 FPS, showing significant frame rate fluctuation. High settings drop to 54 FPS average, and Ultra settings fall to 38 FPS average. The 4K results demonstrate that this resolution is only viable with Low or Medium settings, and even then, the minimum frame rates may cause occasional stuttering in demanding scenes.

The complete measured FPS dataset shows a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases. At 1080p, all presets exceed 100 FPS average. At 1440p, all presets exceed 70 FPS average. At 4K, only Low settings exceed 60 FPS average. The Medium preset provides the most complete data across all resolutions, with full min/avg/max values, allowing for the most detailed analysis of frame time consistency. The minimum frame rates at each resolution and preset combination provide valuable insight into worst-case performance scenarios, which is particularly important for a tactical shooter where frame drops can affect aim and reaction times.