Roblox

Roblox with the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER produces a performance profile that is heavily dictated by resolution and settings, with the data showing a clear shift in bottleneck behavior as the workload changes. This analysis walks through the measured FPS rows to interpret what the numbers mean for this specific component pairing.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable yet pronounced scaling pattern across the three tested resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 308 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 205 FPS, a reduction of 103 FPS, and at 4K Low the average falls to 116 FPS. This steep decline from 1080p to 4K — a 192 FPS difference at Low settings — indicates that the rendering resolution has a substantial impact on the frame rate, suggesting the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions.

At High settings, the scaling is similar but slightly less aggressive in absolute terms. The average goes from 247 FPS at 1080p, down to 165 FPS at 1440p, and finally 93 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K at High settings is roughly 62%, which is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario where pixel count directly dictates performance. The data shows that the gap between Low and High settings widens as resolution increases: at 1080p the difference is 61 FPS, at 1440p it is 40 FPS, and at 4K it narrows to 23 FPS. This compression at higher resolutions further supports the idea that the RTX 2060 SUPER is being pushed to its limits, making settings adjustments less impactful when the pixel throughput is already high.

Looking at the Medium preset, which includes min and max FPS data, the pattern holds. At 1080p Medium, the average is 280 FPS with a minimum of 238 FPS and a maximum of 322 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 187 FPS (min 159, max 215), and at 4K Medium it falls to 106 FPS (min 90, max 121). The consistency of the minimum-to-maximum range, roughly 80-90 FPS across all three resolutions, suggests that frame pacing remains stable even as the average drops, which is a positive sign for gameplay smoothness. The 4K Medium minimum of 90 FPS is notably higher than the 4K High average of 93 FPS, indicating that the Medium preset offers a more reliable floor for performance at the highest resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 5000 series, based on the Zen 3 architecture with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. Its benchmark scores position it as a solid mid-range part, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16429 and a single-core score of 2319. The Geekbench multicore score of 7976 and single-core score of 1730 further illustrate its capability. In the context of Roblox, which is typically not a heavily threaded title, the single-thread performance is often more relevant, and the 3dmark_single_thread score of 836 indicates a capable processor for this workload.

The data shows that the CPU does not appear to be the limiting factor in most tested scenarios. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 308 FPS, which is a very high frame rate that suggests the CPU can feed the GPU adequately at lower resolutions. Even at 1080p Ultra, the average of 201 FPS remains high, indicating that the Ryzen 5 5500 has enough headroom to handle the game's logic and draw calls without bottlenecking the RTX 2060 SUPER. However, the fact that the FPS still scales down significantly from 1080p to 4K, regardless of settings, implies that the GPU is the dominant constraint at higher pixel counts. The CPU's percentile ranking of 73 against all CPUs suggests it performs better than most, which aligns with the observation that it is not holding back the system in these tests.

Comparatively, the Ryzen 5 5500 sits near its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks. It is 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 and 0.4% behind the Intel Core i5-12500, while being 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i7-10700F and 0.7% behind the Intel Core i5-11600KF. These small deltas indicate that the CPU's performance is well within the expected range for its class, and its real-world impact on Roblox frame rates is likely minimal given the high absolute FPS numbers recorded.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. Its core clocks run at 1470 MHz base and 1650 MHz boost, with a memory clock of 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). The GPU's compute capabilities include 2176 shading units, 136 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, along with 34 RT cores and 272 tensor cores, yielding an FP32 performance of 7.181 TFLOPS. These specifications place it as a solid 1440p-class card from the Turing generation, and the benchmark data reflects its strengths.

In Roblox, the GPU's role becomes increasingly prominent as resolution rises. The measured FPS at 4K ranges from 76 FPS at Ultra to 116 FPS at Low, which shows that the GPU is working hard to maintain playable frame rates at that pixel count. The fact that the 4K Ultra average of 76 FPS is the lowest recorded score in the entire dataset indicates that the RTX 2060 SUPER is the limiting component at the highest settings and resolution. The GPU's percentile ranking of 62 against all GPUs is lower than the CPU's 73, which further suggests that the GPU is the weaker link in this pairing for demanding workloads.

The VRAM capacity of 8 GB appears sufficient for Roblox, as the game is not particularly memory-intensive compared to modern AAA titles. However, the bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is likely a factor in the scaling from 1080p to 4K, as the increased pixel throughput demands more memory bandwidth. The GPU's nearest rivals show it is competitive: it is 0.4% behind the RTX 3060 Mobile, 0.5% behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5700, 1.5% behind the AMD Radeon RX 460, and 1.6% behind the Intel Arc A770M. These small differences in synthetic scores do not fully capture the real-world performance in Roblox, but they do indicate that the RTX 2060 SUPER is positioned at a similar performance tier to those parts.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 5 5500 and RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2588 out of 3711 tested combos in Roblox, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This rank of 2588 with 3711 total combos means that roughly 30% of tested configurations perform better, while 70% perform worse. Given the high absolute FPS numbers recorded — even the lowest average of 76 FPS at 4K Ultra is playable — the rank might seem lower than expected, but it reflects the fact that Roblox is not a graphically demanding title and many higher-end combos can achieve much higher frame rates.

The rank is likely influenced by the GPU's position in the overall hierarchy. The RTX 2060 SUPER, while competent, is not a top-tier card, and its performance ceiling in Roblox is evident in the 4K results. The CPU's strong showing in synthetic benchmarks does not boost the combo's rank because the game is not CPU-bound in most scenarios. The data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it delivers excellent frame rates, but it falls behind at 4K compared to combos with more powerful GPUs. The rank of 2588 suggests that users with this pairing should expect solid performance for most gaming scenarios, but it is not a top-tier configuration for Roblox at maximum settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all combinations of resolution and settings. At 1080p, the combo delivers 308 FPS at Low, 280 FPS at Medium, 247 FPS at High, and 201 FPS at Ultra. The Medium preset's minimum of 238 FPS and maximum of 322 FPS show a tight range, indicating stable performance. At 1440p, the averages are 205 FPS at Low, 187 FPS at Medium, 165 FPS at High, and 134 FPS at Ultra. The 1440p Medium minimum of 159 FPS and maximum of 215 FPS again demonstrate consistency. At 4K, the averages drop to 116 FPS at Low, 106 FPS at Medium, 93 FPS at High, and 76 FPS at Ultra. The 4K Medium minimum of 90 FPS is the lowest recorded minimum, but it still remains above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

These numbers show a clear hierarchy: 1080p is the sweet spot for high refresh rate monitors, with all settings exceeding 200 FPS, while 1440p is still excellent, with even Ultra settings maintaining 134 FPS. At 4K, the combo can handle Low and Medium settings comfortably, but High and Ultra push the average below 100 FPS, which may be less desirable for competitive play. The data also shows that the step from Medium to High has a significant impact at 4K, costing 13 FPS, while the step from High to Ultra costs an additional 17 FPS. This suggests that users targeting 4K should stick with Medium settings to maintain a comfortable frame buffer.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Roblox?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 308 FPS at 1080p with Low settings.

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming in Roblox?

A: Yes, at 4K the combo averages 116 FPS at Low, 106 FPS at Medium, 93 FPS at High, and 76 FPS at Ultra, all of which are above 60 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500 compare to its nearest rival in CPU benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500 is 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 and 0.4% behind the Intel Core i5-12500, while being 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i7-10700F.

Q: What is the lowest minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest minimum FPS is 90 FPS, recorded at 4K with Medium settings.

Q: Does the GPU or CPU limit performance at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the combo reaches up to 308 FPS, indicating the CPU is not a bottleneck; the GPU is likely the limiting factor even at this resolution.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configs in Roblox?

A: It ranks 2588 out of 3711 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p users with a 144Hz or 240Hz monitor, the Ultra preset at 201 FPS provides the best visual quality while still exceeding 200 FPS, making it the recommended choice. If a higher refresh rate display is used, the High preset at 247 FPS or Medium at 280 FPS offers additional headroom, but the visual fidelity loss may not be worth the extra frames for most users. The Low preset at 308 FPS is only recommended for competitive play where maximum frame rate is paramount.

For 1440p, the High preset at 165 FPS is the best balance, as it delivers a smooth experience on 144Hz displays while maintaining good visual quality. The Ultra preset at 134 FPS is also viable for 144Hz monitors, but the 31 FPS drop from High may be noticeable. The Medium preset at 187 FPS is an option for those prioritizing frame rate over visuals, but the data suggests that High is the sweet spot. The Low preset at 205 FPS is excessive for most 1440p displays and sacrifices too much visual detail.

At 4K, the Medium preset at 106 FPS is the recommended setting, as it provides the best balance of visual quality and performance, with a minimum of 90 FPS ensuring smooth gameplay. The High preset at 93 FPS is acceptable for 60Hz displays, but the 13 FPS drop from Medium may not be worth the visual upgrade. The Ultra preset at 76 FPS is playable but approaches the lower limit for smoothness, and the Low preset at 116 FPS is the best choice for users who prioritize frame rate above all else. For most 4K users, Medium settings offer the most consistent experience across the board.