Revolution Idle

Revolution Idle is an idle game, and the benchmark data for the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 combination reflects a title that is far more demanding on the GPU than the genre might suggest. The measured frames per second (FPS) show a clear and consistent pattern: the RTX 4090 is the primary driver of performance, with the i5-14400F providing ample headroom. This pairing produces a wide range of results, from highly playable triple-digit frame rates at 1080p to a barely playable 41.7 FPS at 4K Ultra, illustrating how resolution and settings scale in this specific title.

Resolution Scaling

The data reveals a steep performance cost as resolution increases, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 181.9 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops this to 119.4 FPS, a reduction of 62.5 FPS. The jump to 4K High further reduces the average to 63.8 FPS, which is a 118.1 FPS decline from 1080p. This pattern indicates that the rendering load is scaling heavily with pixel count, placing the burden squarely on the graphics card.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is particularly steep. At 1440p High, the system produces 119.4 FPS, but at 4K High, it falls to 63.8 FPS, a drop of nearly 47%. This suggests that the RTX 4090's immense compute power is being consumed by the higher pixel throughput required at 4K. The frame rate at 4K High is less than half of what is achieved at 1080p High, highlighting the exponential cost of resolution in this game.

The trend is consistent across all settings presets. For instance, with Medium settings, the average FPS goes from 183.8 at 1080p, to 124.5 at 1440p, and down to 64.7 at 4K. This consistency confirms that resolution is the dominant factor in performance scaling, not the specific quality preset. The i5-14400F's role in this scaling is minimal, as the CPU's workload does not increase proportionally with resolution; the bottleneck is unequivocally the GPU.

At the lower resolutions, the frame rates are exceptionally high, suggesting that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU without being a limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 199.4 FPS, which is near the ceiling of what many displays can show. This high frame rate at 1080p indicates that the CPU is not the constraint, and the performance is being dictated by the GPU's ability to render frames quickly. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop from 199.4 to 119.7 FPS, which is a significant 79.7 FPS difference, but still remains highly playable.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is the clear performance driver in this configuration. The benchmark results show that the GPU’s capabilities are being fully utilized, especially at higher resolutions. The RTX 4090 features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s. This substantial memory subsystem is crucial for handling the large texture and geometry data required at 4K, preventing performance stutters or drops that might occur with lesser cards.

The GPU's clock speeds also play a role in its output. With a base clock of 2235 MHz and a boost clock of 2520 MHz, the RTX 4090 can sustain high performance levels. The boost clock is particularly relevant, as it determines the sustained performance during gaming loads. The data shows that in this game, the GPU is working hard, as evidenced by the significant FPS drops when increasing settings from Low to Ultra. The transition from 4K Low (87.9 FPS) to 4K Ultra (41.7 FPS) represents a 46.2 FPS loss, indicating that the Ultra preset imposes a massive load on the GPU's shader and rasterization units.

The GPU's compute capabilities are also a factor. With an FP32 performance of 82.58 TFLOPS and 16,384 shading units, the RTX 4090 has immense raw processing power. This power is what allows it to achieve high frame rates at 1440p, but the data suggests that even this powerhouse is challenged by the 4K Ultra preset in Revolution Idle. The fact that the game can push the RTX 4090 down to 41.7 FPS at 4K Ultra indicates that the game's graphics engine is very demanding, and the GPU is not idling but is actively processing a heavy workload.

The combination of the i5-14400F and the RTX 4090 is balanced, but the GPU is the star. The CPU, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, is more than sufficient to keep up with the GPU's frame generation. The data shows no signs of a CPU bottleneck, as frame rates scale predictably with GPU load. For instance, the difference between 1080p High (181.9 FPS) and 1080p Ultra (119.7 FPS) is 62.2 FPS, which is a direct result of increased GPU work, not a CPU limitation.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware combinations, this pairing performs exceptionally well. The combo rank for Revolution Idle is 39 out of 1774 tested combinations, placing it in the top 2.2% of all systems. This high ranking confirms the raw power of the RTX 4090, which is a dominant force in the benchmark database. The i5-14400F, while not a flagship CPU, is a capable partner that does not hold the GPU back in this title.

The CPU itself ranks in the 88th percentile when compared to all other CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32508. Its nearest rivals in terms of average score are the Intel Core i7-12800H, AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645, and AMD Ryzen 7 250, with deltaPct values of 0, 0.2, and -0.2 respectively. This indicates that the i5-14400F is competitive with these processors, and its performance is not a limiting factor in the overall combo ranking.

The GPU, on the other hand, ranks in the 91st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 66473. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla T4, NVIDIA Tesla P40, and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 56. The deltaPct values for these rivals are -0.4, 0.5, and -0.9, respectively. This shows that the RTX 4090 is near the top of the performance stack, and its inclusion in this combo is the primary reason for the high rank of 39.

The combo’s rank of 39 out of 1774 indicates that while there are 38 other configurations that achieve higher performance in this game, the vast majority of systems are slower. This position is due to the GPU's dominance, which is reflected in the measured FPS. The data confirms that the RTX 4090 can deliver high frame rates even at demanding settings, and the i5-14400F is a suitable companion that allows the GPU to perform at its best.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combination depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, all presets are playable, but the High preset offers an excellent balance, delivering an average of 181.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p still provides a smooth 119.7 FPS, which is suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. For maximum smoothness, the Low preset at 199.4 FPS is an option, but the visual fidelity loss is significant.

At 1440p, the High preset is the recommended choice, achieving an average of 119.4 FPS. This frame rate is ideal for 120Hz displays, offering a responsive and smooth experience. The Medium preset, at 124.5 FPS, is nearly identical in performance and could be used if a slight visual upgrade is desired. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 73.7 FPS, which is still playable but may not be worth the visual gains for the performance loss.

At 4K, the High preset is the most balanced option, delivering an average of 63.8 FPS. This is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, making it the sweet spot for a 4K display. The Medium preset at 64.7 FPS offers virtually identical performance and could be considered a viable alternative. The Ultra preset at 4K is not recommended, as the 41.7 FPS average may result in a less fluid experience, and the visual improvement over High is likely marginal. The Low preset at 4K provides 87.9 FPS and could be used for competitive play, but the graphical quality is heavily compromised.

The data suggests that the High preset provides the best experience across all resolutions, offering a strong balance between visual quality and performance. It consistently delivers frame rates that are either at or above the 60 FPS standard, ensuring a smooth gameplay experience. The Ultra preset is only recommended for users with 1080p displays who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for playing at 4K resolution?

A: The High preset is the best choice for 4K, delivering an average of 63.8 FPS. The Medium preset is nearly identical at 64.7 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 41.7 FPS, making it less ideal for smooth play.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-14400F a bottleneck for the RTX 4090 in this game?

A: No. The data shows no signs of a CPU bottleneck. At 1080p, the combo achieves 199.4 FPS on Low settings, which is a very high frame rate, indicating the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output.

Q: How does the frame rate scale from 1440p to 4K on High settings?

A: The average frame rate drops from 119.4 FPS at 1440p to 63.8 FPS at 4K, a reduction of 55.6 FPS. This represents a 47% decline, showing the significant performance cost of higher resolutions.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: This combination ranks 39th out of 1774 tested combos. This places it in the top 2.2% of all systems tested for Revolution Idle.

Q: Is the RTX 4090's 24 GB of memory necessary for this game?

A: The benchmark data does not indicate memory capacity as a limiting factor. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s and 24 GB of VRAM are more than sufficient to handle the game's requirements at all tested settings.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the Low preset achieves an average of 199.4 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 119.7 FPS. This is a difference of 79.7 FPS, with the Ultra preset being significantly more demanding on the GPU.