Red Dead Redemption 2

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It operates on a 5 nm process node with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. This 7000-series chip is designed for the AMD Socket AM5 platform and supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The CPU includes 32 MB of shared L3 cache, along with 64 KB of L1 and 1 MB of L2 cache per core.

For a game like Red Dead Redemption 2, which is an Action Adventure title released in 2018, the Ryzen 5 7600's 6-core configuration is sufficient to feed a high-end GPU without creating a significant bottleneck. Synthetic benchmarks place this processor in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26617. In multi-threaded workloads like Cinebench R23, it scores 22992 multicore and 3246 single-core, while 3DMark results show a max-thread score of 6503 and a single-thread score of 999.

The processor's nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D at 26574 (a 0.2% difference), the Intel Core i9-12900HK at 26672 (a -0.2% difference), and the AMD EPYC 8024P at 26555 (a 0.2% difference). The data indicates that the Ryzen 5 7600 is effectively on par with these alternatives in overall CPU performance, meaning that any FPS differences in Red Dead Redemption 2 are more likely attributable to the GPU rather than the processor. The CPU's 65 W TDP and unlocked multiplier suggest headroom for tuning, but the measured FPS results below reflect stock operation.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture GPU based on the GB203 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It packs 10752 shading units, 336 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output pipelines, along with 84 ray tracing cores and 336 tensor cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2295 MHz with a boost clock of 2617 MHz, and its 16 GB of GDDR7 memory runs at 1875 MHz with an effective 30 Gbps data rate across a 256-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s.

This GPU sits in the 89th percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 59188. In synthetic tests, it achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 8637, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 264461, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 257942. Its nearest rivals in average score include the Intel Arc A570M at 58239 (a 1.6% difference), the Intel Arc Pro A60 at 60326 (a -1.9% difference), and the Intel Arc A580 at 57756 (a 2.5% difference). The RTX 5080 is clearly a high-end part, and its 16 GB VRAM capacity is more than adequate for Red Dead Redemption 2 at any resolution tested, including 4K.

The GPU's role in this game is dominant. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 206.3 FPS, which drops to 94 FPS at Ultra. This pattern suggests that the RTX 5080 is the primary driver of frame rate, with the CPU providing adequate support. The boost clock of 2617 MHz and high memory bandwidth ensure that texture streaming and draw calls are handled efficiently, even in the dense environments typical of Red Dead Redemption 2's open world.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 ranks 85th out of 1687 tested combos in Red Dead Redemption 2, placing it in the top 5% of all configurations in the database. This rank is a composite measure that accounts for performance across all resolutions and settings, reflecting the overall capability of this pairing. Given the CPU's 83rd percentile standing and the GPU's 89th percentile standing, the combo rank of 85th among 1687 is consistent with what one would expect from a mid-to-high-end processor paired with a top-tier graphics card.

The data shows that this combo outperforms the vast majority of tested systems, which is notable given that the Ryzen 5 7600 is not the most powerful CPU available. The rank suggests that for this particular game, the GPU is the limiting factor at higher settings, and the CPU is sufficient to avoid dragging down performance. In contrast, a weaker processor might cause the combo rank to fall, but the 6-core/12-thread configuration proves adequate for Red Dead Redemption 2's engine.

It is also worth remembering the combo's rank of 85 is not solely a function of raw compute power; it reflects measured FPS data across all settings. The presence of the RTX 5080 with its 16 GB VRAM and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth ensures that even at 4K Ultra, the system maintains playable frame rates, which is a key factor in its high ranking.

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

The measured FPS data for this combo in Red Dead Redemption 2 covers three resolutions and four quality settings each, for a total of twelve data points. The results are as follows:

1920x1080: At Low settings, the combo delivers 206.3 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded across all tests. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 152.5 FPS. High settings yield 126.9 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 94 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 54.4% reduction in frame rate, indicating that the Ultra preset is significantly more demanding, likely due to increased draw distances and shadow quality.

2560x1440: At this resolution, Low settings maintain a strong 152 FPS. Medium settings deliver 116.1 FPS, High settings produce 95.1 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 69 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p results in a 26.3% reduction at Low settings (206.3 to 152), while at Ultra the drop is 26.6% (94 to 69). This consistent scaling suggests the GPU is handling the increased pixel count efficiently.

3840x2160: At 4K, Low settings still achieve 100.7 FPS, which is playable for most users. Medium settings produce 76.5 FPS, High settings yield 64.9 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 45.5 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the most demanding scenario tested, and 45.5 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold that many players consider smooth. However, the GPU's 16 GB VRAM ensures that no texture swapping occurs, maintaining consistency even at this resolution.

Across all resolutions, the pattern is clear: the RTX 5080 provides a substantial performance headroom at 1080p and 1440p, making the combo suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 4K, the system is capable of high frame rates at lower settings, but Ultra settings require a compromise, with 45.5 FPS being the lowest recorded value.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600?

A: The launch MSRP is $229.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7600 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has an average benchmark score of 26617, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D scores 26574, a delta of 0.2% in favor of the Ryzen 5 7600.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Red Dead Redemption 2, and at what settings?

A: The highest average FPS is 206.3, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded, and at what settings?

A: The lowest average FPS is 45.5, recorded at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: How does the RTX 5080's average benchmark score compare to the Intel Arc A580?

A: The RTX 5080 has an average benchmark score of 59188, while the Intel Arc A580 scores 57756, representing a 2.5% difference in favor of the RTX 5080.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX 5080, and how much VRAM does it have?

A: The RTX 5080 has 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the combo's rank in Red Dead Redemption 2 out of all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 85th out of 1687 tested combinations.