Red Dead Redemption 2

# Red Dead Redemption 2 with Intel Core i7-14700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

This combination pairs Intel's Core 14th Gen desktop processor with NVIDIA's Ada Lovelace-based GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, producing a system that places 660th out of 3,714 tested combos in Red Dead Redemption 2. The data shows a configuration that can handle the game's demanding open world at high settings across common resolutions, though Ultra settings push the GPU to its limits at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases, with the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck at higher pixel counts. At 1080p High settings, the combo delivers 106 FPS, which drops to 79 FPS at 1440p (a 25% reduction) and further to 52 FPS at 2160p (a 51% reduction from 1080p). This scaling curve is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario, where the RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth become increasingly taxed as pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K.

The Low settings row amplifies this trend: 169 FPS at 1080p falls to 126 FPS at 1440p (a 25% drop) and then to 83 FPS at 2160p (a 51% drop from 1080p). The consistency of these percentage drops across settings levels suggests the resolution scaling is primarily dictated by the GPU's rasterization throughput rather than memory capacity or bandwidth limitations. At Medium settings, the pattern holds with 126 FPS at 1080p, 94 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 2160p.

Ultra settings show the steepest degradation, with 76 FPS at 1080p dropping to 57 FPS at 1440p (a 25% drop) and then to 37 FPS at 2160p (a 51% drop from 1080p). The near-identical percentage reductions across all four settings presets indicate that the limiting component remains consistent — the GPU — regardless of visual complexity. The CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads, boosting to 5.40 GHz, are clearly not the constraining factor at any resolution, as evidenced by the smooth scaling pattern.

GPU Role

The RTX 4070 SUPER's specifications directly explain its performance characteristics in Red Dead Redemption 2. With a base clock of 1980 MHz and boost clock of 2475 MHz, the GPU sustains high frequencies under load, contributing to the strong 1080p results. The 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth, which proves sufficient for High settings at all tested resolutions but becomes a limiting factor at Ultra settings.

The GPU's 7,168 shading units and 80 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 198.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 554.4 GTexel/s. These figures support the observed frame rates: at 4K Ultra, the 37 FPS average indicates the GPU is struggling to maintain real-time rendering, while at 4K Low, the 83 FPS result shows the same hardware comfortably handling reduced pixel shading workloads. The 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 compute throughput provides ample raw processing power for the game's lighting and physics calculations.

The GPU's benchmark scores corroborate its gaming-oriented design. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4,627 and PassMark G3D score of 29,995 place it in the 83rd percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in aggregate benchmark score include the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (deltaPct -0.1), the RTX 5050 Mobile (-0.1), and the RTX 4090 Mobile (-1.0), indicating the desktop 4070 SUPER sits in a competitive performance tier. The 16-pin power connector and 220 W TDP suggest the card is designed for mainstream gaming systems rather than ultra-high-end enthusiast builds.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations, this CPU-GPU pairing achieves rank 660 out of 3,714 combos for Red Dead Redemption 2, placing it in the top 18% of all tested systems. This ranking reflects the balanced nature of the pairing — the i7-14700F's strong multi-threaded performance complements the RTX 4070 SUPER's gaming-focused capabilities without creating a significant bottleneck in either direction.

The CPU's aggregate benchmark score of 53,620 places it in the 91st percentile among all processors, with nearest rivals including the Intel Xeon 6505P (deltaPct -0.2), the Xeon Phi 7290 (+0.3), the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (+0.6), and the EPYC 7313P (+0.8). These tight delta percentages — all within one point — indicate the i7-14700F performs essentially on par with these high-end server and desktop parts in synthetic workloads. The GPU's 83rd percentile ranking is slightly lower, suggesting the graphics card is the more modest component in this pairing, yet the combo rank demonstrates they work together effectively for this specific game.

The fact that this combo ranks 660th out of 3,714 tested systems suggests that while many faster configurations exist, the majority of tested combos (over 82%) deliver worse or equal performance in Red Dead Redemption 2. This positions the pairing as a solid mid-to-high-tier option for players targeting smooth gameplay at 1440p or acceptable frame rates at 4K with adjusted settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the High preset offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance across all three tested resolutions. At 1080p High, the combo delivers 106 FPS — well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay and sufficient for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 1440p High, 79 FPS remains comfortably playable, and even at 4K High, the 52 FPS average approaches the 60 FPS target, though players may notice occasional dips in demanding scenes.

The Medium preset provides a more conservative alternative, with 126 FPS at 1080p, 94 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 2160p. The 4K Medium result achieves the 60 FPS target with a measured minimum of 53 FPS and maximum of 72 FPS, offering a viable option for players who prioritize frame rate stability over maximum visual quality. The Low preset, delivering 169 FPS at 1080p and 83 FPS at 4K, serves competitive or high-refresh-rate scenarios but sacrifices too much visual detail for most players.

Ultra settings are generally not recommended for this combo. At 1080p, the 76 FPS average is playable but the setting's visual uplift over High is marginal in most scenes. At 1440p, 57 FPS hovers near the edge of smoothness, and at 4K, the 37 FPS average falls below acceptable thresholds for action-heavy gameplay. The data suggests High is the sweet spot for this pairing, with Medium as a fallback for 4K or frame-rate-sensitive users.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest performance. Low settings produce 169 FPS average, while Medium achieves 126 FPS with a measured range of 107 to 145 FPS. High settings yield 106 FPS, and Ultra drops to 76 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra represents a 55% reduction in frame rate, highlighting the significant cost of maximum quality settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. Low settings maintain 126 FPS, Medium delivers 94 FPS (range: 80 to 108 FPS), High produces 79 FPS, and Ultra falls to 57 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 55%, matching the 1080p pattern. At 3840x2160, Low settings still manage 83 FPS, Medium achieves 62 FPS (range: 53 to 72 FPS), High drops to 52 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 37 FPS. The Ultra-to-Low ratio at 4K is 45%, slightly narrower than at lower resolutions, indicating the GPU's memory bandwidth becomes relatively more important at higher pixel counts.

The Medium settings rows provide the only complete min-max data in the measured set, showing consistent frame time stability: at 1080p Medium, the 107-145 FPS range represents a 35% spread from min to max, while at 1440p Medium, the 80-108 FPS range shows a similar 35% spread. At 4K Medium, the 53-72 FPS range tightens to a 36% spread, suggesting the frame pacing remains consistent even as absolute performance drops.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700F brings substantial processing headroom to this pairing. With 20 cores and 28 threads, the Raptor Lake Refresh architecture provides the multi-threading capability needed for modern game engines. The base clock of 2.10 GHz boosts to 5.40 GHz under load, and the 33 MB shared L3 cache helps feed the GPU with geometry and draw call data. The CPU's 65 W TDP is modest for its core count, though the socket 1700 platform supports the necessary power delivery.

Synthetic benchmarks underscore the CPU's strength: Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 35,122, while single-core reaches 4,958. Geekbench multi-core hits 19,620 and single-core 2,429. PassMark multi-thread results show 41,317, with floating point math at 107,005 and integer math at 155,808. These figures place the i7-14700F in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, with nearest rivals like the Ryzen 9 7900X (deltaPct +0.6) and EPYC 7313P (+0.8) demonstrating that this processor competes with much higher-priced parts.

In Red Dead Redemption 2 specifically, the CPU's role is supportive rather than limiting. The resolution scaling analysis shows consistent GPU-bound behavior, meaning the i7-14700F is never the bottleneck at any tested setting. The 2.10 GHz base clock may seem modest, but the 5.40 GHz boost ensures single-threaded game logic runs efficiently. The 20-core configuration provides ample headroom for background tasks and streaming workloads, making this an ideal pairing for a game that benefits from strong multi-core performance without requiring it exclusively.

FAQ

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

A: The data indicates 1440p High is the sweet spot, delivering 79 FPS average with strong visual quality. At 4K High, the combo still achieves 52 FPS, making 1440p the optimal balance of performance and fidelity for most players.

Q: Can this system run Red Dead Redemption 2 at 4K?

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 4K Medium, the combo delivers 62 FPS average (min 53, max 72), which is playable. At 4K High, it drops to 52 FPS, and at 4K Ultra it falls to 37 FPS, making Medium the recommended 4K setting.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to similar GPUs in benchmark scores?

A: The GPU's aggregate benchmark score of 43,223 places it in the 83rd percentile. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (deltaPct -0.1), RTX 5050 Mobile (-0.1), and RTX 4090 Mobile (-1.0), showing it performs essentially on par with these parts.

Q: Is the Core i7-14700F a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 SUPER?

A: No. The resolution scaling data shows consistent percentage drops from 1080p to 4K across all settings, indicating the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's 91st percentile ranking and high multi-core scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core 35,122) suggest it provides ample headroom.

Q: What settings should I use for high-refresh-rate gaming?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 169 FPS, and at 1080p High it delivers 106 FPS. For 1440p high-refresh displays, Low settings produce 126 FPS, while Medium yields 94 FPS. Ultra settings are not recommended for refresh rates above 60 Hz.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all tested systems in this game?

A: This pairing ranks 660th out of 3,714 tested combos for Red Dead Redemption 2, placing it in the top 18% of all configurations. This ranking reflects strong performance that exceeds the majority of tested systems while remaining below the absolute fastest builds.