Red Dead Redemption 2

# How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 places at rank 889 out of 3714 tested combinations in Red Dead Redemption 2. This positioning puts the combo in the top 24% of all tested configurations, a strong result given the game's demanding open-world rendering. The rank reflects the balance between the CPU's position in the 77th percentile against all processors and the GPU's 81st percentile standing against all graphics cards. Neither component is a weak link, and the combination lands comfortably in the upper quartile of tested hardware pairings for this title.

What makes this rank notable is the consistency between the two components' percentile standings. The CPU sits at the 77th percentile while the GPU reaches the 81st percentile, meaning the pairing is well matched—neither component dramatically outclasses the other. In practical terms, this alignment prevents one component from bottlenecking the other in most scenarios, though the resolution scaling data reveals where the balance shifts under different loads.

The combo's position among 3714 tested configurations suggests that while there are faster pairings, particularly those with higher-end GPUs, this combination delivers a compelling experience for Red Dead Redemption 2 without requiring top-tier hardware on either side. The data shows the pairing is competitive, though not at the extreme high end of the performance spectrum.

# GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 brings 12 GB of GDDR6X memory across a 192-bit bus, producing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1313 MHz with 21 Gbps effective speed, while the GPU core operates with a base clock of 1920 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz. These specifications place the card in the 81st percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37648 across various tests.

In Red Dead Redemption 2, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution rises. The card's 5888 shading units, 184 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units provide the raw throughput needed for the game's detailed environments. The Ada Lovelace architecture's 46 ray tracing cores and 184 tensor cores contribute to the card's capabilities, though the measured FPS data focuses on traditional rasterization performance across different preset levels.

The 12 GB VRAM capacity proves sufficient at all tested resolutions, including 4K, where the game's texture-heavy scenes demand significant memory. The GDDR6X memory type and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth ensure that texture streaming and high-resolution assets do not become a limiting factor in the measured results. The GPU's 29.15 TFLOPS of FP32 compute performance provides the arithmetic throughput needed for the game's physics and lighting calculations.

# Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound scaling as resolution increases. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves 95 FPS. Moving to 1440p drops this to 71 FPS, a reduction of approximately 25%. At 4K, the High preset delivers 47 FPS, representing a further 34% decrease from 1440p. This scaling pattern indicates that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as pixel count rises, which is expected given the RTX 4070's mid-to-high-end positioning.

The Low preset shows even more dramatic scaling. At 1080p, Low settings produce 152 FPS, while 1440p yields 113 FPS (a 26% drop), and 4K delivers 75 FPS (a 34% drop from 1440p). The consistent percentage drops across resolutions suggest that the GPU is handling most of the workload, with the CPU maintaining adequate frame delivery even at lower settings where its relative importance increases.

The Medium preset provides additional insight with full min/max FPS data. At 1080p Medium, the combo averages 114 FPS with a minimum of 97 and maximum of 131. At 1440p Medium, the average falls to 85 FPS with a range of 72 to 97. At 4K Medium, the average drops to 56 FPS with a range of 48 to 64. The narrowing frame ranges at higher resolutions indicate more consistent GPU-limited performance, whereas the wider ranges at lower resolutions show more CPU involvement in frame pacing.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates across all presets. The Low preset achieves an average of 152 FPS, providing an extremely smooth experience for fast-paced gameplay. Medium settings produce 114 FPS on average, with a minimum of 97 and maximum of 131 FPS. High settings yield 95 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 68 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady performance cost for increased visual fidelity, with the gap between Low and Ultra representing a 55% reduction in frame rate.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings maintain an average of 113 FPS, still comfortably above 60 FPS for smooth gameplay. Medium produces 85 FPS average with a range of 72 to 97 FPS, keeping minimums above the 60 FPS threshold. High settings deliver 71 FPS average, while Ultra falls to 51 FPS. At this resolution, the Medium preset offers the best balance between visual quality and frame rate, with the minimum of 72 FPS ensuring consistent performance.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limits become apparent. Low settings average 75 FPS, providing a playable experience at 4K. Medium drops to 56 FPS average with a minimum of 48 and maximum of 64, meaning some scenes will dip below the 60 FPS target. High settings produce 47 FPS average, and Ultra falls to 34 FPS. The 4K results indicate that while the RTX 4070 can handle 4K gaming, users will need to compromise on settings to maintain high frame rates.

# FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Red Dead Redemption 2?

A: The data shows 1440p with Medium settings delivers 85 FPS average with a 72 FPS minimum, providing a strong balance between visual quality and smooth performance. At 1080p, Medium yields 114 FPS average, but the visual upgrade at 1440p may be worth the frame rate trade-off.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming?

A: At 4K, the Low preset achieves 75 FPS average, and Medium produces 56 FPS average with a 48 FPS minimum. High and Ultra settings fall below 50 FPS. Users wanting 4K should expect to use Medium settings or below for playable frame rates.

Q: How does the CPU compare to similar processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500F has an average benchmark score of 24964, placing it 0.1% above the Intel Core i7-11850H (24935), 0.2% above the Intel Core i7-13620H (24911), and 0.4% above the Intel Core 5 210H (24872). It sits 0.2% below the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (25005).

Q: What GPU performance tier does the RTX 4070 occupy?

A: The RTX 4070 ranks in the 81st percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 37648. It sits 0.1% above the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (37628), 0.4% above the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (37507), and 1.3% above the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 (37157), while trailing the RTX 4080 Mobile by 1.3%.

Q: How much performance is lost between 1080p and 4K?

A: At High settings, the frame rate drops from 95 FPS at 1080p to 71 FPS at 1440p (a 25% reduction), then to 47 FPS at 4K (a 34% reduction from 1440p). The total loss from 1080p to 4K is approximately 51%.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor?

A: The resolution scaling data indicates GPU-bound performance. Frame rate drops consistently by 25-34% when moving between resolutions, which is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 81st percentile supports this conclusion.

# Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy of presets at each resolution. At 1080p, the Medium preset offers the best experience with 114 FPS average and a 97 FPS minimum, ensuring no noticeable stuttering. The Low preset at 152 FPS is excessive for most displays, while High at 95 FPS is acceptable but Medium provides a better frame buffer. Ultra at 68 FPS is playable but the visual improvement over Medium does not justify the 40% frame rate cost.

At 1440p, Medium settings again emerge as the optimal choice. The 85 FPS average with a 72 FPS minimum keeps gameplay smooth, while High at 71 FPS average sits close to the 60 FPS threshold and Ultra at 51 FPS dips below it. The Low preset at 113 FPS is viable for competitive play, but the visual fidelity loss is significant. For most users, Medium at 1440p represents the sweet spot where the game looks good and performs consistently.

At 4K, the recommendations change based on priority. For users targeting 60 FPS, Low settings at 75 FPS average are the only option that consistently exceed this threshold. Medium at 56 FPS average will dip to 48 FPS in demanding scenes, which may be acceptable for slower-paced gameplay. High at 47 FPS and Ultra at 34 FPS are best reserved for screenshots or users who prioritize visuals over smoothness. The data suggests that 4K gaming with this combo requires accepting Medium settings or lower for a satisfactory experience.

# CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F provides 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The 65W TDP and 5 nm process node from TSMC contribute to efficient operation, while the 32 MB shared L3 cache helps with game data locality. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking among all processors reflects its strong single-threaded and multi-threaded performance.

The CPU's benchmark results show balanced capabilities. In Cinebench R23, it scores 22799 multi-core and 3218 single-core, while Geekbench produces 12362 multi-core and 2374 single-core. The 3DMark results range from 974 single-thread to 6379 max-threads, indicating good scaling across thread counts. PassMark scores show strong integer math (79108) and floating-point math (47176) performance, which are relevant for game logic and physics calculations.

In Red Dead Redemption 2, the CPU's role is to maintain consistent frame delivery, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU has headroom. The measured data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 152 FPS, suggesting the CPU can keep up with high frame rates. The 12 threads ensure that the game's background simulation tasks—such as NPC AI, world streaming, and physics—do not create bottlenecks. The CPU's 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth with DDR5 support provides adequate data throughput for game assets.

The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11850H (0.1% slower), AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (0.2% faster), Intel Core i7-13620H (0.2% slower), and Intel Core 5 210H (0.4% slower). These minimal differences indicate that the 7500F performs consistently with comparable mid-range processors, making it a reliable foundation for the RTX 4070 in this game.