Revolution Idle

Revolution Idle is not a typical stress test, but this combination of the Intel Core i9-14900K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 lands in a solid position within the database. The combo ranks 191st out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top percentile of systems evaluated for this title. This ranking is unsurprising given the hardware, but the data reveals that the game's performance ceiling is heavily influenced by the CPU's single-thread capabilities and the GPU's raw throughput at different resolutions. The benchmark results show a system that is overqualified for the game's demands, yet the frame rates scale predictably with resolution and settings, offering a clear picture of where the bottleneck shifts.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 191 out of 3712 places it in the top 5% of all tested systems for Revolution Idle. This is a strong showing, but it is not a dominant one. The data indicates that the i9-14900K is a top-tier processor, sitting in the 95th percentile against all CPUs, which explains why the system can push such high frame rates. However, the RTX 4080, while powerful, sits in the 86th percentile against all GPUs, suggesting that the graphics card is the limiting factor in this pairing, especially when compared to the CPU's relative strength.

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the i9-14900K is nearly identical to the Intel Core i9-14900KF, trailing it by only 0.3% in average benchmark score. It also lags behind the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus by 0.6% and the AMD EPYC 7413 by 1.2%, but it beats the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 by 1.7%. These margins are minimal, indicating that the i9-14900K is at the very top of the performance heap. For the GPU, the RTX 4080 is essentially tied with the RTX 4080 SUPER, which is only 0.1% faster, and it outperforms the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X by 1.1%, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB by 2.6%, and the AMD Radeon 8060S by 2.7%. This suggests that the GPU is also a high-end part, but the competition is closer than at the CPU level.

The combination of a top-5-percentile CPU and a high-end GPU results in a system that is well above average for Revolution Idle. The ranking is likely held back by the fact that this game is an idle title, which may not fully utilize the multi-core potential of the i9-14900K. The CPU's massive multi-threaded scores, such as 39,399.5 in Cinebench R23 and 21,697 in Geekbench, are impressive, but the game's performance is more dependent on single-core speed and GPU frame rendering. The 169 FPS at 1080p High settings confirms the system's capability, but it is not the highest score in the database, indicating that other combos with slightly different hardware configurations can achieve higher frame rates.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i9-14900K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination ranks 191st out of 3712 tested combos for this game, placing it in the top percentile of systems.

Q: How does the Intel Core i9-14900K compare to its closest rivals in terms of benchmark scores?

A: The i9-14900K has an average benchmark score of 79,097. It is 0.3% slower than the Intel Core i9-14900KF, 0.6% slower than the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, and 1.2% slower than the AMD EPYC 7413, but it is 1.7% faster than the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395.

Q: What is the GPU's performance standing relative to other graphics cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54,247 and is in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, is only 0.1% faster, while it leads the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X by 1.1%, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB by 2.6%, and the AMD Radeon 8060S by 2.7%.

Q: Does the game's performance rely more on the CPU or the GPU?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor. While the CPU ranks in the 95th percentile against all CPUs, the GPU ranks in the 86th percentile against all GPUs. The frame rates also drop significantly at higher resolutions, indicating that the GPU's rendering workload is the primary bottleneck.

Q: What is the best frame rate achieved at 1080p with this combo?

A: At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average frame rate of 235 FPS. With High settings, it achieves 169 FPS, and with Ultra settings, it drops to 108 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 4080's 16 GB of VRAM sufficient for this game at 4K?

A: Yes, the 16 GB of GDDR6X VRAM on the RTX 4080 is more than sufficient for Revolution Idle. At 4K Ultra settings, the game still runs at an average of 36 FPS, and there is no indication of VRAM limitations in the measured data.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 plays a critical role in determining the frame rates for Revolution Idle, particularly as resolution increases. The GPU is equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s. This is a substantial amount of bandwidth, which is more than enough for the modest graphical demands of an idle game. The GPU's base clock is 2205 MHz, with a boost clock of 2505 MHz, and its memory runs at 1400 MHz, effectively achieving 22.4 Gbps. These clock speeds are high, reinforcing the card's position as a premium component.

The GPU's compute capabilities are also noteworthy. It features 9,728 shading units, 304 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units. The FP32 performance is rated at 48.74 TFLOPS, and the texture rate is 761.5 GTexel/s. These specifications translate to a card that can handle the game's simple 2D and low-poly 3D elements without breaking a sweat. The RTX 4080's percentile ranking of 86 against all GPUs is high, but its measured performance in Revolution Idle shows that it is not fully utilized at lower resolutions.

The data shows that the GPU's performance is the primary factor in the FPS drop from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 235 FPS, which suggests the CPU is capable of feeding frames to the GPU faster than the GPU can render them. However, at 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 36 FPS, indicating that the GPU is now the bottleneck, struggling to process the increased pixel count. The GPU's raw compute and memory bandwidth are sufficient for the game, but the sheer number of pixels at 4K overwhelms the card, leading to a significant performance decline. The RTX 4080 is an end-of-life product, but its launch MSRP was 1,199 USD, and its performance in this title remains strong, albeit not future-proof for higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo provides a clear picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional frame rates. With Low settings, the average FPS is 235, which is the highest recorded in the entire dataset. Medium settings yield an average of 178 FPS, with a minimum of 151 and a maximum of 204. High settings produce an average of 169 FPS, and Ultra settings, while still playable, drop to an average of 108 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the CPU is the primary driver of performance, as the GPU is not fully saturated.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but show a noticeable decline. Low settings average 148 FPS, Medium settings average 112 FPS with a range of 95 to 129, and High settings average 107 FPS. Ultra settings at this resolution produce an average of 68 FPS, which is a significant drop from the 108 FPS seen at 1080p. The performance gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 80 FPS, highlighting the impact of graphical fidelity on the GPU's workload. The data shows that the system is still capable of delivering smooth gameplay at 1440p, even on Ultra, but the margin for error is shrinking.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Low settings average 78 FPS, Medium settings average 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 and a maximum of 67, and High settings average 56 FPS. Ultra settings at 4K produce an average of 36 FPS, which is the lowest score in the dataset. This represents a 42 FPS drop from Low to Ultra at 4K, showing that the game's visual presets have a massive impact on the GPU's rendering load. The minimum FPS of 50 at 4K Medium indicates that the system can experience stutters, but overall, the performance is still playable for an idle game. The measured data confirms that the combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K being a demanding scenario for the RTX 4080.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 235 FPS. This drops to 148 FPS at 1440p Low, a 37% decrease, and then to 78 FPS at 4K Low, a 47% decrease from 1440p. The scaling is not linear, indicating that the GPU's workload increases disproportionately with pixel count. At 1080p, the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU can render frames faster than the CPU can issue draw calls. As the resolution increases, the GPU's rendering time per frame increases, and it eventually becomes the bottleneck.

The pattern is similar for High settings. At 1080p High, the average FPS is 169. This drops to 107 FPS at 1440p High, a 37% decrease, and then to 56 FPS at 4K High, a 48% decrease from 1440p. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across Low and High settings, but the drop from 1440p to 4K is slightly larger, suggesting that the GPU is working progressively harder. The Ultra settings tell a similar story: 108 FPS at 1080p, 68 FPS at 1440p (a 37% drop), and 36 FPS at 4K (a 47% drop from 1440p). The consistent percentage drops indicate that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at all resolutions, but its impact is more pronounced at 4K.

The data also highlights the difference between Low and Ultra settings at each resolution. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 127 FPS, while at 1440p it is 80 FPS, and at 4K it is 42 FPS. This shows that the GPU has more headroom to handle graphical enhancements at lower resolutions, but at 4K, the pixel count is so high that the GPU cannot maintain the same level of performance across settings. The limiting component is clearly the GPU, as the CPU's strong single-core performance (a score of 4697 in PassMark single-thread) is more than capable of keeping up with the game's logic at any resolution. The scaling behavior indicates that for optimal performance, users should prioritize resolution over settings when using this combo.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user's resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays, the system can handle any settings preset without issue. High settings provide an average of 169 FPS, which is well above the typical 144 Hz refresh rate, and even Ultra settings at 108 FPS are playable. However, for the best experience at 1080p, High settings are recommended, as they offer a balance between visual quality and frame rate headroom. Low settings at 235 FPS are overkill, and the visual sacrifices are not worth the extra frames for an idle game.

At 1440p, High settings are the sweet spot. The average of 107 FPS is smooth, and the system has enough headroom to avoid noticeable stutters. Medium settings at 112 FPS offer a marginal improvement, but High is the better choice for visual fidelity. Ultra settings at 68 FPS are playable, but the 39 FPS drop from High to Ultra is significant, and the visual difference may not justify the performance hit. For users with a 144 Hz monitor, High settings are the recommended choice, as they provide a nearly optimal experience.

At 4K, the situation is more nuanced. Ultra settings are not recommended, as the 36 FPS average will feel sluggish. High settings at 56 FPS are smoother but still not ideal for fast-paced action. Medium settings at 59 FPS are the best option, offering a slight improvement over High with a minimum FPS of 50. Low settings at 78 FPS are the most playable, but they sacrifice visual quality. For a 60 Hz 4K display, Medium settings are the recommended preset, as they provide the best balance of frame rate and visual clarity. The data shows that this combo is not a 4K powerhouse for this game, but it can deliver a satisfactory experience with the right settings. Overall, the recommendation is to prioritize resolution and use High settings at 1080p and 1440p, and Medium settings at 4K.