Road 96

The benchmark data for Road 96, captured with an AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, reveals a configuration that scales predictably across resolutions. The measured frames per second (FPS) values show a clear narrative: this pairing is capable of high refresh rate gaming at 1080p, but becomes increasingly GPU-bound as resolution climbs to 4K. This analysis breaks down the performance characteristics, component roles, and competitive standing of this specific combo.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 produces a dramatic shift in performance, highlighting the GPU as the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 1080p with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 84.3 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same settings drops the average to 56.1 FPS, a reduction of approximately 33%. The jump to 3840x2160 further reduces the average to 30.6 FPS, which is roughly 64% lower than the 1080p result. This steep decline is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the RTX 2070 SUPER's rendering workload increases quadratically with pixel count.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all quality presets. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 189.2 at 1080p to 117.7 at 1440p, and finally to 65 at 4K. The 1080p to 1440p drop is about 38%, while the 1440p to 4K drop is about 45%. This indicates that even at the lowest graphical load, the GPU is still the bottleneck; the CPU has ample headroom, but the graphics card cannot maintain the same frame throughput as resolution increases. The data suggests that for a smooth 60 FPS experience at 4K, users would need to select Medium settings, which yield 47.4 FPS, or accept the Low preset for 65 FPS.

At 1080p, the picture is different. The difference between High (109.7 FPS) and Ultra (84.3 FPS) is substantial, showing that the game's higher settings impose a significant load on the GPU. However, the fact that Low settings reach 189.2 FPS indicates that the Ryzen 5 3600 is not holding the system back; the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU far more frames than the graphics card can render at higher presets. This suggests that for competitive or high-refresh gameplay at 1080p, lowering settings from Ultra to High can yield a notable FPS increase without necessarily being CPU-limited.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, provides 448.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This is a critical asset for Road 96, which appears to be sensitive to both memory capacity and bandwidth at higher resolutions. The 4K Ultra result of 30.6 FPS indicates that the card is heavily taxed, likely due to the combination of high-resolution textures and complex shaders. The GPU's boost clock of 1770 MHz and its 2560 shading units are fully engaged in these scenarios, as evidenced by the non-linear FPS scaling.

The RTX 2070 SUPER's position in the market is reflected in its percentile ranking of 65, meaning it outperforms 65% of all GPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score of 22206 places it in close competition with several other cards. For instance, it is 2.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700, which scores 21670, and 0.9% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z, which scores 22006. However, it trails the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile by 2.3% (which scores 22729) and the NVIDIA RTX A400 by 0.5% (which scores 22307). These deltas suggest that while the 2070 SUPER is not a top-tier card in 2024, it remains a solid performer for 1440p gaming.

In Road 96 specifically, the GPU's role is decisive. The measured FPS at 1440p High (68.2 FPS) and 1440p Medium (85.8 FPS) show that the card handles this resolution well, providing playable frame rates on high-quality settings. The 4K results, however, demonstrate the card's limitations; even with the substantial 8 GB frame buffer, the card cannot maintain 60 FPS at any setting above Low. This indicates that the game's visual fidelity at 4K requires more raw compute power than the RTX 2070 SUPER can provide.

How This Combo Ranks

The Ryzen 5 3600 + RTX 2070 SUPER combination holds a rank of 1035 out of 1684 tested combos in Road 96, placing it in the 61.5th percentile of all systems. This is a solid mid-tier ranking, suggesting that this build is capable of delivering a good experience in this game, but it is far from the top of the performance hierarchy. The rank reflects a balance: the CPU is not a weak link, but the GPU's performance ceiling prevents the combo from reaching higher positions.

The CPU's performance relative to its peers is notable. The Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 18129, which places it in the 76th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are very closely matched: the Intel Core i5-11400 is only 0.1% faster (18150), and the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 is 0.2% slower (18158). This means that in terms of raw processing power, the 3600 is competitive with other mainstream options. However, the combo's overall rank is dragged down by the GPU, which sits in the 65th percentile. This indicates that if paired with a stronger graphics card, the Ryzen 5 3600 could potentially push the combo into a higher rank, but the RTX 2070 SUPER appears to be the limiting factor in this specific pairing.

The data suggests that this combo is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, where it achieves high frame rates on Medium and High settings. The rank of 1035 out of 1684 is not exceptional, but it is respectable for a system built around components from the 2019 era. The performance is sufficient to enjoy the game's narrative and visual style without major compromises at that resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers a wide range of frame rates. With Low settings, it achieves an average of 189.2 FPS, which is exceptionally high and well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings produce 138.7 FPS, High settings yield 109.7 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 84.3 FPS. All of these are above the 60 FPS threshold, making 1080p a comfortable experience for any preset.

At 2560x1440, the performance becomes more moderate. Low settings produce 117.7 FPS, which remains very smooth. Medium settings yield 85.8 FPS, and High settings produce 68.2 FPS. These are all playable, with High settings providing a good balance between visual quality and frame rate. Ultra settings, however, drop to 56.1 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target but still playable for a slower-paced adventure game. The data indicates that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo, offering high-quality visuals at respectable frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the performance is significantly constrained. Low settings produce 65 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS mark and playable. Medium settings drop to 47.4 FPS, High settings to 37 FPS, and Ultra settings to 30.6 FPS. The latter two are not ideal for smooth gameplay, and the data suggests that 4K is only viable with the Low preset. This consistent decline across settings reinforces that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the bottleneck, as the frame rate scales almost linearly with the graphical load.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The combo achieves an average of 84.3 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Road 96?

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the average FPS is 65. However, at Medium settings, it drops to 47.4 FPS, and at Ultra, it falls to 30.6 FPS, which is not ideal for a fluid experience.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to the AMD Radeon RX 5700?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 22206, which is 2.5% higher than the RX 5700's score of 21670, indicating a slight performance advantage.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 3600 a bottleneck for the RTX 2070 SUPER?

A: The data suggests not. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo reaches 189.2 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU efficiently. The GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain 60 FPS?

A: At 2560x1440, the combo achieves 68.2 FPS on High settings, which is above 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low settings (65 FPS) maintain a 60 FPS average.

Q: What is the combo's rank in the database?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 + RTX 2070 SUPER combo is ranked 1035 out of 1684 tested combos for Road 96, placing it in the upper-middle tier of tested systems.