Red Dead Redemption 2

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 lands in the 82nd percentile of all tested combinations for Red Dead Redemption 2, ranking 319th out of 1,687 combos. This places the pairing firmly in the upper tier of systems, though it trails the absolute top performers. In practical terms, the data indicates this combo is highly capable, but the measured frames per second reveal that it is not a guaranteed max-settings experience at every resolution. The ranking suggests that while there is headroom for very high refresh rate gaming at lower resolutions, the most demanding settings at 4K will push this hardware to its limits.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 319 out of 1,687 tested configurations places it within the top 20% of all systems tested in this database for this specific title. This is a strong result, indicating that the synergy between the 12-core Ryzen 9 5900X and the RTX 5070 is effective for Red Dead Redemption 2. The CPU itself holds a 90th percentile ranking against all CPUs in the database, and the GPU sits at the 83rd percentile against all GPUs. The combination of two above-average components yields a result that is greater than the sum of its parts in terms of competitive standing, likely due to the game’s engine scaling well with the CPU’s 24 threads. While the rank is impressive, it is not at the very top, signifying that other pairings, likely with higher-end current-generation GPUs, achieve higher average frame rates at the most demanding presets. The data shows a system that is well-balanced for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming and capable of entry-level 4K, but not a brute-force solution for 4K Ultra.

FAQ

Q: What average frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with the High preset, the measured average FPS is 104.3. This figure suggests that the combo is more than sufficient for smooth gameplay at this resolution, easily exceeding the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 36.9 on Ultra to 79.5 on Low. The High preset yields an average of 49.1 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for competitive or high-refresh-rate displays. The data indicates 4K is feasible if settings are adjusted.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 5900X compare to its nearest rivals in CPU benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900X has an average benchmark score of 39,453. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 4245P, scores 39,383, making the 5900X 0.2% faster. It is also 0.9% faster than the Intel Core i7-13700F, which scores 39,095, but 0.7% slower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS.

Q: How does the RTX 5070’s benchmark score compare to the RTX 3090?

A: The RTX 5070 has an average benchmark score of 41,687. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 scores 41,441, meaning the RTX 5070 is 0.6% faster in this aggregate benchmark. The data shows them to be very close in overall performance.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers an average of 121.5 FPS, while the Ultra preset delivers 55.5 FPS. This is a significant performance gap, showing that the Ultra preset demands substantially more from the hardware.

Q: What is the boost clock of the CPU and the memory size of the GPU?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 comes equipped with 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, and its benchmark results indicate strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 33,150 and a Geekbench multicore score of 11,877. In Red Dead Redemption 2, this level of multi-threading is relevant because the game’s engine is known to distribute workloads across multiple cores, especially for physics, AI, and world streaming. The CPU’s 90th percentile ranking against all CPUs suggests that it provides ample processing headroom to prevent bottlenecks in most scenarios. However, the measured FPS data shows that at lower resolutions like 1080p, the frame rates are high enough that the CPU’s single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4,680, becomes more critical for maintaining frame pacing. The 64 MB of L3 cache is another factor that helps with game data access, reducing latency. The CPU’s performance relative to its nearest rivals—being 0.9% faster than the Intel Core i7-13700F and 0.2% faster than the AMD EPYC 4245P—shows it is competitive, but the game’s outcomes are more heavily influenced by the GPU at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system is clearly GPU-bound at the highest settings but shows significant CPU headroom at lower ones. The Low preset hits an average of 162.3 FPS, which drops to 125.6 FPS on Medium, 104.3 FPS on High, and 74.9 FPS on Ultra. This shows a 54% reduction in FPS from Low to Ultra, indicating that the Ultra preset’s effects are demanding on the GPU. Moving to 2560x1440, the trend continues: Low averages 121.5 FPS, Medium 90.5 FPS, High 79 FPS, and Ultra 55.5 FPS. The gap between Medium and High at 1440p is smaller than at 1080p, suggesting the GPU is becoming the primary limiter. At 3840x2160, the performance drops are more pronounced. The Low preset averages 79.5 FPS, which is still playable, but Medium drops to 63.2 FPS, High to 49.1 FPS, and Ultra to a sub-60 36.9 FPS. The data shows a clear pattern: the RTX 5070 can deliver high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p with adjusted settings, but 4K requires compromising on the preset to maintain smooth gameplay.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K highlights the GPU’s role as the primary bottleneck. At the High preset, the average FPS drops from 104.3 at 1080p to 79 at 1440p, a 24% reduction, and then to 49.1 at 4K, a further 38% reduction from 1440p. This steep decline is typical of a GPU-bound scenario where the rendering resolution directly impacts the workload on the RTX 5070. The Low preset tells a similar story: 162.3 FPS at 1080p, 121.5 FPS at 1440p, and 79.5 FPS at 4K. The fact that the frame rate still drops significantly at Low settings across resolutions confirms that even with reduced graphical fidelity, the GPU’s shading and rasterization capabilities are the limiting factor. The CPU, with its high multi-threaded score of 10,075 in 3DMark max threads, does not appear to be the constraint. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the FPS would be more consistent across resolutions at lower settings. Instead, the data shows that to achieve 60 FPS at 4K, users must select the Low or Medium preset, as the High preset falls below that threshold.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal preset depends on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p gaming, the High preset delivers an excellent average of 104.3 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Ultra preset at 74.9 FPS is still smooth, but the 28% performance drop from High may not justify the visual gains for all users. At 1440p, the High preset is the sweet spot, providing an average of 79 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS standard and close to the 144 Hz threshold for many monitors. The Medium preset at 90.5 FPS is also a viable choice for those prioritizing frame rate, but High offers a better balance of visual quality and performance. For 4K gaming, the data suggests that the High preset is not suitable for a consistently smooth experience, as the 49.1 FPS average is below the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset at 63.2 FPS is the highest quality option that meets the 60 FPS baseline, making it the recommended choice for 4K. The Low preset at 79.5 FPS is available for those who prefer maximum smoothness over visual fidelity, but the Medium preset provides a more balanced experience. In summary, the data supports using High at 1080p, High at 1440p, and Medium at 4K to achieve the best performance-to-quality ratio.