Road 96

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers a definitive performance class for Road 96, positioning itself as a high-end pairing that excels at high refresh rates across all resolutions. The benchmark data indicates that this is a balanced system, though the scaling patterns reveal a clear shift from CPU-bound performance at 1080p to GPU-bound performance at 4K, with the CPU’s six Zen 4 cores providing ample headroom for the game’s adventure genre demands.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a six-core, twelve-thread processor built on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Phoenix, and manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. Its base clock of 4.20 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz are the primary drivers of its performance in Road 96, a game that relies more on sustained single-thread responsiveness than on heavy multi-threaded scaling. The CPU’s single-thread benchmark scores support this: it achieves 951 in 3dmark_single_thread, 296 in Cinebench R15 single-core, 1236 in Cinebench R20 single-core, and 2943 in Cinebench R23 single-core, all of which indicate strong per-core capability that translates directly to consistent frame pacing in an adventure title where scene complexity varies.

The processor’s cache hierarchy—64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3—provides sufficient data locality for Road 96’s asset streaming, though the game’s relatively modest threading demands mean that the 12 threads are rarely saturated. The multi-threaded results, such as 6091 in 3dmark_16_threads and 6165 in 3dmark_max_threads, show that the CPU scales well when needed, but the benchmark data reveals that Road 96’s frame rates are not contingent on maximizing these scores. Instead, the CPU’s role is to maintain a stable floor, allowing the GPU to handle the visual load without stuttering from CPU stalls.

With a TDP of 65 watts and a socket of AMD Socket AM5, this processor is a power-efficient option, but its performance percentile of 77 versus all CPUs places it comfortably above the median. The nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks—the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F with a delta of 0.2%, the Intel Core i7-11850H at 0.3%, and the Intel Core i7-13620H at 0.4%—show that the 8400F is essentially performance-equivalent to these chips, with the AMD EPYC 9474F trailing by 0.4%. For Road 96, this means that the CPU is not a bottleneck; the measured FPS differences across resolutions are driven by the GPU, not by processor limitations.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of the Ryzen 5 8400F and the RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 656th out of 3713 tested combos in Road 96, placing it in the top 17.7% of all systems benchmarked for this game. This rank reflects a high-performing pairing that sits well above the majority of configurations, though it is not at the absolute apex of the leaderboard. The data shows that this combo is positioned for enthusiasts who prioritize high frame rates and high settings, but there is still headroom above it for more powerful components to push even higher scores.

The rank of 656 is particularly notable because it indicates that the combo outperforms a significant majority of systems, including many with more expensive or more powerful individual parts. The RTX 4070 SUPER’s GPU percentile of 83 versus all GPUs, combined with the CPU’s percentile of 77, creates a synergistic balance where neither component is drastically underpowered relative to the other. In practical terms for Road 96, this rank means that the system can handle the game’s most demanding scenarios—such as ultra settings at 4K—with playable, if not perfectly smooth, frame rates, while excelling at lower resolutions where the GPU has more room to flex its capabilities.

The ranking also suggests that this combo is competitive with systems that feature higher-tier CPUs or GPUs, as the measured FPS data shows that the game’s engine is not particularly sensitive to CPU upgrades beyond a certain threshold. The 8400F’s single-thread performance is sufficient to feed the RTX 4070 SUPER, and the rank reflects that the combo does not suffer from a severe imbalance. For users looking at this data, the 656th rank signals a reliable, high-quality experience, with the caveat that 4K ultra settings will require compromises to maintain smooth gameplay.

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

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which is the classic signature of a GPU-bound system. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves 182 FPS, but at 1440p High, it drops to 116 FPS, and at 4K High, it falls to 61 FPS. This represents a 36% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 47% drop from 1440p to 4K, indicating that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The CPU’s capabilities are not being strained at these settings, as evidenced by the fact that even at 1080p Low, the system reaches 308 FPS, which is far beyond what the CPU alone could constrain.

The scaling from Low to Ultra settings at each resolution further confirms this. At 1080p, Low settings yield 308 FPS, while Ultra yields 143 FPS—a 54% reduction that is attributable to the GPU’s increased workload on shadows, textures, and post-processing effects. At 4K, Low settings produce 104 FPS, while Ultra drops to 48 FPS, a 54% reduction that mirrors the 1080p pattern, showing that the GPU’s performance scales consistently with graphical complexity. The fact that the percentage drop is similar across resolutions suggests that the CPU is not introducing a bottleneck at any point; if it were, the drop from Low to Ultra would be more pronounced at lower resolutions where the CPU has to work harder to maintain high frame rates.

The data indicates that at 1080p, the system is overkill for Road 96, with frame rates exceeding 300 FPS on Low settings, which would benefit high-refresh-rate monitors. At 1440p, the combo hits a sweet spot, with 144 FPS on Medium settings and 116 FPS on High, making it ideal for 144Hz displays. At 4K, the system is playable but not optimal for high refresh rates, with 61 FPS on High and 48 FPS on Ultra, suggesting that users targeting 4K will need to sacrifice settings to achieve 60 FPS or rely on upscaling technologies to bridge the gap.

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

The benchmark data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings tiers, with exact average FPS figures for each configuration. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 308 FPS on Low settings, 226 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 192 and maximum of 260 FPS), 182 FPS on High, and 143 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show that the system is exceptionally capable at 1080p, with even Ultra settings providing frame rates well above the 144Hz threshold, making this resolution ideal for competitive or fast-paced play.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but begins to show the GPU’s workload. The Low setting produces 196 FPS, Medium yields 144 FPS (with a minimum of 122 and maximum of 165 FPS), High delivers 116 FPS, and Ultra drops to 91 FPS. The Medium settings at 1440p offer the best balance for smooth gameplay, as the 144 FPS average aligns perfectly with standard 144Hz monitors, while High settings still provide a fluid experience at 116 FPS. Ultra at 1440p, at 91 FPS, is playable but leaves headroom for users who prefer maximum visual fidelity over raw frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the system’s limits are apparent. Low settings achieve 104 FPS, Medium yields 76 FPS (with a minimum of 65 and maximum of 88 FPS), High drops to 61 FPS, and Ultra falls to 48 FPS. The 4K Medium setting is the most viable option for maintaining a stable 60 FPS experience, while High settings hover just at the edge of playability. Ultra at 4K, at 48 FPS, is not recommended for smooth gameplay, as the frame rate dips below the 60 FPS threshold that most gamers consider the minimum for comfort. The data shows that for 4K, users must choose between high frame rates at lower settings or visual fidelity at the cost of smoothness.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications directly explain the measured FPS results. The GPU features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s, which is more than sufficient for Road 96’s texture and asset demands at all settings and resolutions. The memory clock of 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective) ensures that bandwidth is not a bottleneck, even at 4K Ultra where the game’s highest-quality textures are loaded. The 12 GB capacity is ample for this title, as Road 96 is not a memory-intensive game compared to modern open-world titles, so users should not encounter VRAM limitations.

The GPU’s clock speeds—a base of 1980 MHz and a boost of 2475 MHz—are the key drivers of its frame rate performance. The Ada Lovelace architecture, built on a 5 nm process by TSMC, allows for high clock speeds that translate directly to the measured FPS. The GPU’s 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output pipelines provide the raw compute power needed to handle the game’s rendering, while the 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores are largely unused in Road 96, which does not heavily utilize ray tracing or DLSS features. The FP32 performance of 35.48 TFLOPS is the primary metric that scales with resolution and settings, and the measured FPS drops from 1080p to 4K align with the GPU’s pixel rate of 198.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 554.4 GTexel/s.

The RTX 4070 SUPER’s benchmark scores reinforce its position as a high-end GPU. It achieves a passmark_g3d score of 29995 and a geekbench_vulkan score of 205624, with an average benchmark score of 43223, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals—the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (delta -0.1%), the RTX 5050 Mobile (delta -0.1%), the Quadro M6000 (delta -0.2%), and the RTX 4090 Mobile (delta -1%)—are all within 1% of its performance, showing that the 4070 SUPER is a well-rounded performer. For Road 96, the GPU’s role is to deliver high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, and to provide playable performance at 4K with settings compromises, which the measured data confirms.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this system in Road 96?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 with Medium settings provides 144 FPS, making it the optimal balance for smooth gameplay. For higher visual fidelity, 1440p High at 116 FPS is also excellent, while 4K High at 61 FPS is the minimum for a playable 4K experience.

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

A: The measured FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 48 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. While it is technically playable, the frame rate dips may be noticeable, so users should consider High settings (61 FPS) or Medium settings (76 FPS) for a better experience.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this system?

A: The resolution scaling data indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 308 FPS, showing that the CPU can drive very high frame rates, but as resolution increases, the GPU’s workload becomes the primary constraint on performance.

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

A: This combo ranks 656th out of 3713 tested combos, placing it in the top 17.7% of all systems. This high ranking reflects its balanced performance, though there are more powerful configurations above it.

Q: What are the exact FPS figures for 1080p Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 226, with a minimum of 192 FPS and a maximum of 260 FPS. This indicates very consistent performance with no significant frame drops.

Q: Does the GPU’s VRAM capacity affect performance in Road 96?

A: The 12 GB of GDDR6X memory is more than sufficient for Road 96, as the game does not have high VRAM demands. The memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s ensures that texture streaming is not a bottleneck, even at 4K Ultra settings.