Revolution Idle

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 pairing delivers a highly capable experience in Revolution Idle, though the data indicates that this idle title is surprisingly demanding at higher settings. Based on the measured frames, this combination ranks in the 92nd percentile of tested combos, making it a top-tier setup for this game. The following analysis breaks down the performance metrics, scaling behavior, and optimal settings based strictly on the provided benchmark data.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall rank of this CPU and GPU combo in Revolution Idle?*

A: The combo ranks 284 out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it well within the top 10% of all systems tested for this game.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800XT posts an average benchmark score of 29,879. It is effectively tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H, which scores 29,868 (a deltaPct of 0). It is also within 0.6% of the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X, which scores 29,713, and only 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and 7840HS, both scoring 29,955.

Q: What is the GPU's performance standing relative to its nearest competitors?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54,247. It is essentially identical to the RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54,209 (a deltaPct of 0.1%). It is roughly 1-3% behind the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X, the RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, and the Radeon 8060S, which score 54,828, 55,698, and 55,757 respectively.

Q: Does the CPU hold back the GPU at 1080p?

A: Yes, the data suggests a CPU bottleneck at 1080p. The average FPS only increases from 169 at High settings to 193 at Low settings, a relatively modest 24 FPS jump. This indicates that the CPU's single-thread performance (3dmark_single_thread score of 959) is a limiting factor at lower resolutions where the GPU is less strained.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the average FPS drops from 78 on Low settings to 36 on Ultra settings. This represents a 54% reduction in frame rate, showing that the Ultra preset is exceptionally demanding on the GPU's fill rate and shading capabilities.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have, and is it a concern for this game?

A: The RTX 4080 features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus with 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth. For the measured results in this game, the VRAM capacity is not a limiting factor, as the performance scaling is consistent across resolutions without signs of memory capacity stutter.

How This Combo Ranks

The data places this specific configuration at rank 284 out of 3712 tested combos in Revolution Idle. This percentile ranking of 92.3% (calculated by the rank position) indicates a top-tier setup. To put this in perspective, the CPU alone sits at the 81st percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is at the 86th percentile of all GPUs. The combination of these two components synergizes to place the system decisively in the upper echelon for this title.

The pairing works well because neither component is a weak link in the chain. The Ryzen 7 5800XT, with its 8 cores and 16 threads based on Zen 3 architecture, provides a solid foundation. Its multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 score of 23,794, ensures that any background simulation or game logic is handled with ease. The RTX 4080, built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, is a powerhouse for rendering. Its Passmark G3D score of 34,457 confirms its high-end status.

However, the rank of 284 means there are still 283 faster combinations. These are likely systems pairing the RTX 4080 with newer, higher-IPC CPUs like the Ryzen 7000 or 9000 series, or systems using the RTX 4090. In the context of this benchmark, the ranking suggests that while this combo is exceptional, it is not the absolute fastest, and the primary headroom for improvement lies in the CPU, particularly in scenarios where frame rates are exceptionally high.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data across resolutions reveals a classic pattern of scaling, but with a notable twist. Moving from 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS at High settings drops from 169 to 107, a 37% decrease. This is a substantial drop, indicating that the game is beginning to place a significant load on the GPU as pixel count increases.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is even more dramatic. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 107 to 56, a 48% reduction. This steep decline is a clear indicator that the GPU is the limiting component at 4K. The RTX 4080's 48.74 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is being heavily tasked by the 8.3 million pixels at 3840x2160.

At 1080p, the data suggests a different bottleneck. The FPS difference between Low (193) and High (169) is only 24 FPS. In contrast, at 4K, the difference between Low (78) and High (56) is 22 FPS. While the absolute delta is similar, the percentage change is much higher at 4K (28% drop) versus 1080p (12% drop). This indicates that at 1080p, the CPU's 3dmark single-thread score of 959 is the primary limiter, preventing the GPU from reaching its full potential. At 4K, the GPU's pixel throughput becomes the wall, making the CPU's role less critical.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at performance across all settings and resolutions. Here is the exact breakdown:

3840x2160 (4K):

• Ultra: 36 FPS average
• High: 56 FPS average
• Medium: 59 FPS average (with a min of 50 and max of 67)
• Low: 78 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Ultra: 68 FPS average
• High: 107 FPS average
• Medium: 112 FPS average (with a min of 95 and max of 129)
• Low: 148 FPS average

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Ultra: 108 FPS average
• High: 169 FPS average
• Medium: 174 FPS average (with a min of 148 and max of 200)
• Low: 193 FPS average

Analyzing the 4K data, the jump from Ultra to High is a massive 56% performance increase (from 36 to 56 FPS). This suggests that Ultra settings enable effects that are disproportionately expensive on the GPU. The step from High to Medium is marginal (56 to 59 FPS), but the step from Medium to Low provides a significant 32% boost (59 to 78 FPS).

The 1440p results are more balanced. The progression from Ultra to Low (68 to 148 FPS) is smoother, with each step providing a meaningful gain. The Medium preset's min FPS of 95 indicates that even in demanding scenes, the frame rate remains above 60 FPS.

At 1080p, the frame rates are high enough for competitive play. The Medium preset offers the best balance, with an average of 174 FPS and a minimum of 148 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p (108 FPS) is still highly playable, but the 63% frame rate increase from Ultra to Low (108 to 193) shows the CPU bottleneck is less of a factor at these high frame rates.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the dominant component in this pairing for Revolution Idle, especially as resolution increases. Its role is defined by its massive rendering resources: 9,728 shading units, 304 texture mapping units, and 112 ROPs. These cores allow it to process the complex visual effects and high-resolution textures that the game throws at it.

The GPU's clock speeds are also a factor. With a base clock of 2205 MHz and a boost clock of 2505 MHz, the card can sustain high throughput. The memory subsystem, featuring 16 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus, provides a bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s, which is more than sufficient for the texture streaming demands of this title, as evidenced by the lack of stutter in the min FPS data at Medium settings.

The data shows the GPU's performance ceiling is tested at 4K Ultra. The 36 FPS average is a direct result of the GPU's raw compute limits. The card's pixel rate of 280.6 GPixel/s is challenged by the 4K resolution. However, the card's strength is also clear: it can deliver 56 FPS at 4K High, which is a playable level for a game like this. Its performance in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test (score of 6567) corroborates its high-end standing.

The GPU is also well ahead of its nearest rivals in the overall benchmark hierarchy, with a percentile rank of 86. While its average benchmark score (54,247) is similar to the RTX 4080 SUPER (54,209), its real-world performance in this game is what matters, and the measured FPS confirms its capability.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on your target resolution and refresh rate.

For 4K (3840x2160) displays: The High preset is the clear recommendation. It delivers an average of 56 FPS, which is playable for an idle game. The Ultra preset at 36 FPS is too demanding and provides a marginal visual benefit over High for a 36% performance loss. The Medium preset offers a negligible FPS gain over High (59 vs 56), so High is the better choice for better visuals without a real performance penalty. The Low preset (78 FPS) is the only way to get close to 60+ FPS territory consistently, but High is the best balance of visual quality and performance.

For 1440p (2560x1440) displays: The High preset is the sweet spot, providing a smooth 107 FPS average. The Ultra preset (68 FPS) is still perfectly playable and offers the highest visual fidelity. If you have a 144Hz monitor, the Medium preset (112 FPS) is a better choice to get closer to the refresh rate cap, but the jump from High to Medium is minimal. The Low preset (148 FPS) prioritizes maximum frame rate and is only needed for ultra-high refresh rate displays.

For 1080p (1920x1080) displays: The Medium preset is the best choice for most users. It provides an excellent average of 174 FPS with a minimum of 148 FPS, ensuring no drops below 144 FPS. The High preset (169 FPS) is nearly identical in performance and offers better visuals, so it is also a strong contender. The Ultra preset (108 FPS) is entirely playable and is recommended for those who prioritize image quality over frame rate. The Low preset (193 FPS) is only necessary if you are chasing the absolute maximum frame rate on a 240Hz+ monitor, but the visual quality loss is significant for a minor FPS gain.