Revolution Idle

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination delivers exceptional performance in Revolution Idle, placing the system in the top percentile of tested configurations. Benchmark results show a platform capable of extreme frame rates at lower resolutions, while maintaining playable performance at 4K with specific settings. This analysis breaks down the measured data to explain the role each component plays and provides actionable settings recommendations.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 5 architecture, built on TSMC's 4 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, which are the key specifications for understanding its performance in Revolution Idle. The CPU features a 32 MB shared L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. These specifications place the processor in the 94th percentile against all CPUs, indicating strong general-purpose performance.

In the context of Revolution Idle, the CPU's single-thread performance is likely the more critical factor, given the game's idle genre. The PassMark single-thread score of 4691 is a strong indicator of how well the processor handles the game's primary simulation loop, which typically relies on a single core for tick-based updates. The multi-thread score of 36470 suggests that if the game utilizes multiple threads for background calculations or asset management, the 9700F has ample headroom. The data shows a PassMark physics score of 2122, which, while not directly transferable to game performance, provides a reference for the CPU's capability in complex calculations.

Benchmark results indicate that the Ryzen 7 9700F's nearest rivals in average benchmark score are the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, Intel Core i7-14700KF, AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, and Intel Core i7-14700K. The delta percentages are very tight, with the 9700F trailing the Ryzen 9 7940HX by 0.2% and leading the Intel Core i7-14700KF by 0.2%. This proximity in average scores suggests that for a CPU-bound scenario like an idle game, the 9700F will perform comparably to these top-tier alternatives. The high boost clock of 5.50 GHz is particularly relevant, as it allows the processor to reach peak frequency quickly for short bursts of activity, which is a common pattern in idle games that periodically check for progress and apply calculations.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a flagship graphics card based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture and the GB202 chip, built on a 5 nm process. It comes equipped with 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, yielding a massive memory bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. The GPU's core clocks are listed as a base of 2017 MHz and a boost of 2407 MHz. With 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, and 176 ROPs, the RTX 5090 is an extraordinarily powerful piece of hardware, ranking in the 92nd percentile against all GPUs.

For Revolution Idle, the GPU's role is less about raw rendering power and more about ensuring that any graphical overhead does not become a bottleneck. The measured frame rates, which scale from 257 FPS at 1080p Low to 40 FPS at 4K Ultra, show that the GPU is capable of massive output but is also constrained by the game's engine at higher resolutions and settings. The RTX 5090's nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB, Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB, AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT, and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X. The data shows the RTX 5090 leads the Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB by 0.3% and trails the Radeon Pro Vega 64X by 1.4%. This comparison is interesting because the Tesla cards are compute-focused, while the RTX 5090 is a gaming card, yet their average scores are similar.

The GPU's performance in Revolution Idle is best understood through the PassMark G3D score of 39650, which indicates strong 3D rendering capability. However, the game's nature means that the GPU is not being stressed to its limits. The benchmark results show that at 1080p, the frame rate difference between Low (257 FPS) and High (191 FPS) is 66 FPS, suggesting that the GPU is handling the increased workload efficiently. The 32 GB VRAM is far more than the game requires, but it ensures no memory-related stutters or texture pop-ins, even at 4K Ultra settings.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination ranks 38th out of 2986 tested combos in Revolution Idle. This places the system in the top 1.3% of all configurations tested, a remarkable achievement that underscores the performance ceiling of this pairing. The rank is a direct result of the measured frame rates, which are consistently high across all resolutions and settings.

To put this rank in perspective, the combo outperforms the vast majority of systems, but it is not the absolute fastest. The data shows that there are 37 other combinations that achieve higher average frame rates in the game. This could be due to a variety of factors, such as different CPU-GPU pairings that better match the game's specific requirements, or perhaps configurations with higher-clocked CPUs that handle the idle game's logic more efficiently. The rank of 38 suggests that while the 9700F and RTX 5090 are both top-tier components, they may not be the optimal pairing for Revolution Idle specifically, which might favor a CPU with even higher single-thread performance.

The benchmark results indicate that the combo's strength is its versatility. At 1080p, the system achieves over 190 FPS on High settings, which is more than sufficient for any display. The 4K performance, while lower, is still playable at Medium settings (66 FPS avg). This balance of high frame rates at competitive resolutions and playable performance at 4K is what likely contributes to the high rank. The data suggests that the combo is well-suited for users who want a system that can handle both fast-paced gaming at lower resolutions and visually demanding titles at 4K, even if it doesn't top the charts in this specific idle game.

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

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate achieved by this combo in Revolution Idle?*

A: The highest average frame rate is 257 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average frame rate of 40 FPS, which is the lowest measured performance in the dataset.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440 resolution, the Medium settings produce an average of 127 FPS, while High settings produce 121 FPS, a difference of 6 FPS.

Q: Does the combo provide a consistent frame rate at 1080p Medium settings?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the combo has an average FPS of 201, with a minimum of 171 FPS and a maximum of 231 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 9700F's single-thread performance compare to its rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 9700F has a PassMark single-thread score of 4691. Its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX and Intel Core i7-14700KF, have very similar average scores, with deltas of only 0.2% in either direction.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 38th out of 2986 tested combos in Revolution Idle.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured frame rates show a clear scaling pattern as resolution increases. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 257 FPS. This drops to 168 FPS at 1440p Low, and further to 88 FPS at 4K Low. This represents a 65.8% decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a 47.6% decrease from 1440p to 4K. The pattern is similar for High settings: 191 FPS at 1080p, 121 FPS at 1440p, and 63 FPS at 4K.

The scaling pattern indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting component as resolution increases. At 1080p, the frame rates are so high that the CPU becomes the bottleneck, as the game's logic cannot generate frames fast enough to keep up with the GPU's rendering capacity. As resolution increases, the GPU's workload becomes more demanding, and the frame rates drop accordingly. The fact that the RTX 5090, with its 32 GB of VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth, still sees a significant performance drop from 1440p to 4K suggests that the game's engine is not fully optimized for high resolutions, or that the pixel fill rate and shader complexity are the limiting factors.

The data shows that the frame rate drop is not linear. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS across all settings drops by approximately 37%, while from 1440p to 4K, it drops by another 50%. This non-linear scaling is typical of GPU-bound scenarios, where the number of pixels rendered quadruples from 1080p to 4K, but the frame rate does not halve, indicating that the GPU has some headroom. The RTX 5090's high pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s are the key specifications driving this performance, allowing it to maintain playable frame rates at 4K even on Ultra settings, albeit at 40 FPS.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium settings preset offers the best balance between visual quality and performance across all resolutions. At 1080p, Medium settings deliver an average of 201 FPS, which is only 6 FPS lower than High settings but provides a more stable experience with a minimum of 171 FPS. At 1440p, Medium settings achieve 127 FPS, which is above the 120 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay on high-refresh-rate monitors. At 4K, Medium settings produce 66 FPS, which is a significant improvement over the 63 FPS of High settings and much more playable than the 40 FPS of Ultra.

The data suggests that High settings are not worth the performance cost for the marginal visual improvement. At 4K, High settings only offer 63 FPS, which is 3 FPS lower than Medium. The difference between Medium and High at 1080p is just 10 FPS (201 vs 191), but at 4K, it's also 3 FPS (66 vs 63). This indicates that Medium settings are the sweet spot, providing the best experience per the measured rows. Ultra settings, while offering the highest visual fidelity, result in frame rates below 60 FPS at 4K (40 FPS) and are only recommended for users who prioritize image quality over smoothness and have a display that supports variable refresh rates.

For users with 1080p displays, Low settings at 257 FPS is the maximum performance option, but Medium at 201 FPS is still exceptionally smooth and likely provides a better visual experience. The minimum FPS of 171 at 1080p Medium ensures that even in the most demanding scenes, the frame rate stays well above the refresh rate of most monitors. The recommendation is to start with Medium settings and adjust from there, as it provides the most consistent and high-quality experience across all resolutions.

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

The measured FPS data for the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 in Revolution Idle is as follows:

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 257 FPS average
• Medium: 201 FPS average, 171 FPS minimum, 231 FPS maximum
• High: 191 FPS average
• Ultra: 123 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 168 FPS average
• Medium: 127 FPS average, 108 FPS minimum, 146 FPS maximum
• High: 121 FPS average
• Ultra: 77 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 88 FPS average
• Medium: 66 FPS average, 56 FPS minimum, 76 FPS maximum
• High: 63 FPS average
• Ultra: 40 FPS average

The data shows a consistent pattern where Medium settings provide the only rows with min/max FPS data, indicating that these are the most stable configurations. At 1080p, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with even Ultra settings achieving 123 FPS. The 4K performance is the most demanding, with Ultra settings dipping to 40 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The Medium settings at 4K, with an average of 66 FPS and a minimum of 56 FPS, provide a playable experience, though there may be occasional dips below 60 FPS.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a decrease of approximately 35% across all settings, with the most significant drop being from 257 FPS to 168 FPS at Low settings. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is more pronounced, with a decrease of approximately 48% on average. This indicates that the GPU is being pushed harder at 4K, and the frame rates reflect the increased pixel workload. The Ultra settings at 4K, with only 40 FPS, are the only configuration that falls below the 60 FPS mark, suggesting that this preset is only suitable for users with displays that support lower refresh rates or those who prioritize visual fidelity over performance.