Road 96

Road 96 is an adventure title that leans more on storytelling than raw hardware demands, yet the benchmark data for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination reveals a system with immense headroom. The measured frames per second (FPS) across all resolutions and settings are exceptionally high, indicating that this pairing is far more capable than the game requires. The data suggests that the primary bottleneck in this configuration shifts between the CPU and GPU depending on the resolution and quality preset selected, offering a clear picture of how each component contributes to the final experience.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is a desktop processor from the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture and codenamed Cezanne. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This configuration is substantial for an adventure game like Road 96, which typically does not rely on heavy multi-threaded workloads. The processor’s performance percentile stands at 84, placing it above most CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score of 27220 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, with the Intel Core i9-9900K scoring 27043 (0.7% slower) and the Intel Core i7-12700H scoring 27006 (0.8% slower). This indicates a very competitive mid-to-high-end part.

In the context of Road 96’s measured FPS, the CPU’s role becomes most apparent at lower resolutions and settings where the GPU is not fully taxed. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 350.3 FPS, a figure so high that the CPU’s single-thread performance and memory bandwidth are likely the limiting factors. The processor’s single-thread benchmark scores, such as 901 in 3dmark_single_thread and 3296 in passmark_single_thread, are strong but not extreme, suggesting that the game’s logic and draw calls can be processed quickly. The 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth provide adequate data flow for a game of this scope. However, the data implies that the CPU is never a significant hindrance; even at 4K Ultra, where the FPS drops to 52.5, the GPU is clearly the dominant constraint, not the processor.

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

Choosing the right settings depends on the target display and desired smoothness. For a standard 60 Hz display at 4K, the High preset offers an average of 70.3 FPS, which is comfortably above the refresh rate threshold. The Medium preset at 4K delivers 86.9 FPS, providing extra headroom for scenes with more action, while Ultra drops to 52.5 FPS, which may introduce noticeable stutter on a 60 Hz panel. Therefore, for 4K, the High preset is the most balanced choice, as it maintains a fluid experience without the performance cost of Ultra.

At 1440p, the situation changes. The High preset yields 133.3 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors (120Hz or 144Hz). The Medium preset at 165.7 FPS provides even more margin, and Low reaches 221.5 FPS, but the visual fidelity loss may not be worth it for a narrative game. The Ultra preset at 104.7 FPS is still very smooth and offers the best image quality, making it a viable option for 1440p users. For 1080p, all presets are overkill, with the lowest being Ultra at 162.9 FPS. Given that the game is an adventure title, the data suggests prioritizing visual quality; thus, the Ultra preset at 1080p or 1440p provides an excellent experience, while High at 4K is the recommended sweet spot for resolution-focused players.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is a high-end graphics card based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, featuring the AD103 chip. It has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a massive 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 2295 MHz with a boost clock of 2550 MHz, and it houses 10240 shading units. Its performance percentile is 88, with an average benchmark score of 53610. This puts it just ahead of its nearest rivals: the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT scores 53489 (0.2% slower), and the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 53414 (0.4% slower). The RTX 4080 SUPER is clearly a top-tier part, and its capabilities are reflected in the game’s FPS.

The GPU’s role is most evident at higher resolutions and settings. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 52.5, which is the lowest measured figure in the dataset. This indicates that the GPU is being pushed to its limits, as the 16 GB VRAM is likely fully utilized with high-resolution textures and effects. Conversely, at 1080p Low, the FPS jumps to 350.3, suggesting that the GPU is idling and the CPU is the limiting factor. The data shows a clear scaling pattern: as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, with the RTX 4080 SUPER still delivering playable frame rates even at the most demanding settings. The card’s high texture rate of 816.0 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 285.6 GPixel/s ensure that Road 96’s stylized visuals are rendered without issue.

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

The FPS scaling across resolutions is dramatic and revealing. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 350.3 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low, the FPS drops to 221.5, a reduction of 36.8%. At 4K Low, the FPS further declines to 116.5, which is 66.7% lower than the 1080p figure. This steep drop indicates that the GPU is becoming more involved as the pixel count increases, but the CPU still has enough headroom to keep up. However, the pattern changes at higher settings. At 1080p Ultra, the FPS is 162.9, while at 1440p Ultra it drops to 104.7 (35.7% decrease), and at 4K Ultra it falls to 52.5 (67.8% decrease from 1080p). The consistency of the percentage drops across settings suggests that the GPU is the primary limiting component when moving to higher resolutions.

This scaling behavior implies that the RTX 4080 SUPER is the dominant factor in determining FPS at 1440p and 4K, regardless of the quality preset. The CPU’s influence is only noticeable at 1080p with lower settings, where the FPS exceeds 250. The data shows that the system is well-balanced for high-resolution gaming, but the GPU is the component that will cap performance as resolution increases. For users with a 4K display, the FPS range of 52.5 to 116.5 across presets highlights that the GPU is the limiting factor, while at 1080p, the CPU’s single-thread performance may prevent the system from reaching even higher frame rates, though such figures are beyond what most displays can show.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 132nd out of 1684 tested combos in Road 96. This places it in the top 7.8% of all systems tested for this game. The high rank is unsurprising given the strength of both components, but the data shows that there are still 131 combos that perform better, likely featuring more powerful CPUs or GPUs. The ranking suggests that this combo is excellent for Road 96, providing frame rates that exceed the requirements of most displays. However, it also indicates that the system is not the absolute best, leaving room for improvement if a user were to pair a higher-end CPU or GPU.

The rank of 132 is notable because it shows that the system is not bottlenecked by a weak component. The GPU’s percentile of 88 and the CPU’s percentile of 84 are both high, but the combo’s rank is slightly lower than what the individual parts might suggest. This could be due to the game’s engine being more sensitive to CPU performance at lower resolutions, where the Ryzen 7 5700’s single-thread score of 901 in 3dmark might be a limiting factor compared to faster processors. Nevertheless, the combo rank confirms that this pairing delivers a premium experience in Road 96, with no practical performance concerns for the vast majority of players.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers 350.3 FPS on Low, 259.8 FPS on Medium, 207.5 FPS on High, and 162.9 FPS on Ultra. These figures are exceptionally high, making the game playable on any monitor, including high-refresh-rate esports panels. At 2560x1440, the FPS drops to 221.5 on Low, 165.7 on Medium, 133.3 on High, and 104.7 on Ultra. The 1440p results are still excellent, with even the Ultra preset maintaining over 100 FPS, which is ideal for 100Hz or 120Hz displays.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more moderate but remains playable. The Low preset averages 116.5 FPS, Medium averages 86.9 FPS, High averages 70.3 FPS, and Ultra averages 52.5 FPS. The 4K results show a clear trade-off between visual quality and frame rate, with the High preset offering a balanced 70.3 FPS that is suitable for most 4K TVs. The data reveals a consistent scaling pattern: each step up in resolution reduces FPS by roughly 35-40%, and each step up in settings reduces FPS by about 20-25%. This predictable behavior allows users to easily select the right preset for their hardware and display.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 133.3 frames per second, which is smooth for high-refresh-rate monitors.

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

A: Yes, the data shows that at 3840x2160, the system achieves 70.3 FPS on High settings and 52.5 FPS on Ultra, making 4K gaming viable with adjusted presets.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 27220, which is 0.7% higher than the Intel Core i9-9900K’s score of 27043, indicating nearly identical performance.

Q: What is the highest FPS recorded in the benchmark data?

A: The highest average FPS is 350.3, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have and what is its bandwidth?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory with a bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s, which is more than sufficient for Road 96’s requirements.

Q: What is the combo’s rank among all tested systems for this game?

A: The combo ranks 132nd out of 1684 tested combinations, placing it in the top 7.8% of systems for Road 96.