Roblox

Roblox is a sandbox title that often behaves differently from traditional AAA benchmarks, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER produces a revealing dataset. The measured frames per second (FPS) across resolutions and settings point to a system where the CPU’s immense headroom is frequently capped by the GPU’s capabilities, yet the sheer speed of the Ryzen 9 7900X ensures that even the most demanding presets remain highly playable. The data shows a combination that excels at high refresh rate 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K performance still comfortably exceeding 60 FPS in most cases. This analysis will break down the specific roles of the processor and graphics card, how the FPS scales with resolution, and what the optimal settings are based on the measured rows.

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

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. Its benchmark scores are exceptional, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 50556. In Roblox, where physics and game logic can be single-thread dependent, the single-core performance is critical. The 3dmark single-thread score of 1093 and the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 6168 indicate that this CPU has top-tier per-core speed, which is essential for maintaining high minimum frame rates in less optimized sandbox scenarios.

However, the multi-threaded results are where the 7900X truly stands out. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 43695 and Passmark multithread score of 51406 show that it has immense parallel processing power. In Roblox, this headroom means that the CPU is rarely the bottleneck, even when many players are interacting in a single server or when complex user-generated scripts are running. Interestingly, the data suggests that the CPU is so powerful that it effectively becomes a non-issue in the FPS results; the limiting factor is almost always the GPU. The comparison with its nearest rivals confirms this: the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 scores -0.1% (50598), the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT scores -0.4% (50738), and the Intel Core i7-13850HX scores -0.5% (50827). The 7900X is essentially neck-and-neck with these chips, meaning that swapping between them would yield negligible differences in Roblox at these settings. The 12 cores and 24 threads are overkill for this title, but they ensure that even the most chaotic scenes will not cause a CPU-induced frame drop.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

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

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 307.8, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 7900X compare to the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 in average benchmark scores?

A: The Ryzen 9 7900X has an average benchmark score of 50556, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 scores 50598, representing a delta of -0.1%, meaning they are effectively identical in performance.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded in the dataset?

A: The lowest average FPS is 76.2, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings.

Q: Does the RTX 2060 SUPER outperform the RTX 2070 in average GPU benchmarks?

A: Yes, the RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 19774, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 scores 19680, giving the 2060 SUPER a 0.5% advantage in the data.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 207.7 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 131.4 FPS, a difference of 76.3 FPS.

Q: How many of the total tested combos does this specific CPU-GPU pairing rank above?

A: This combo ranks 1341 out of 1800 tested combos in Roblox, meaning it performs better than 459 other combinations.

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

The FPS scaling across resolutions clearly illustrates the shift in bottleneck from CPU to GPU. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 307.8 FPS, which drops to 207.7 FPS at 1440p and further to 115 FPS at 4K. This is a steep decline of 62.6% from 1080p to 4K. In contrast, at Ultra settings, the drop is from 198.3 FPS at 1080p to 131.4 FPS at 1440p and 76.2 FPS at 4K, a 61.6% reduction. The fact that the percentage drop is similar across settings suggests that the GPU is the primary limiter at higher resolutions, regardless of the graphical preset.

This pattern indicates that the Ryzen 9 7900X has more than enough processing power to feed the RTX 2060 SUPER at all resolutions. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a plateau in FPS at lower resolutions, where the GPU is less stressed. Instead, the FPS continues to climb as resolution decreases, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The 4K data is particularly telling: even the Low preset at 4K (115 FPS) is lower than the Ultra preset at 1440p (131.4 FPS). This is because the sheer number of pixels at 3840x2160 overwhelms the 8 GB frame buffer and the 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance on the RTX 2060 SUPER. The data suggests that users seeking the highest refresh rates should stay at 1080p, while 1440p offers a balanced experience. 4K is viable but requires accepting a significant FPS penalty.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

Within the database of tested combinations for Roblox, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER holds a rank of 1341 out of 1800 combos. This places it in the 74.5th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms roughly three-quarters of the configurations. While the raw FPS numbers are impressive, the rank indicates that many other combos—likely those with more powerful GPUs like the RTX 2070 or better—achieve higher frame rates. The data implies that the CPU is not the limiting factor for this rank; it is the GPU.

The rank of 1341 suggests that while this is a solid mid-to-high-tier setup, it is not in the top echelon for Roblox. The fact that the RTX 2060 SUPER’s nearest rival, the RTX 2070, scores only 0.5% lower in average GPU benchmarks means that the 2060 SUPER is a capable performer, but it cannot compete with higher-end cards in the database. For a game like Roblox, where the CPU is rarely stressed, the GPU’s raw rasterization power dictates the final FPS. Therefore, any combo with a faster GPU than the 2060 SUPER is likely to rank higher, even if paired with a slower CPU. This rank serves as a reminder that in CPU-light games, the graphics card is the primary determinant of overall performance.

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

Analyzing the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the user’s refresh rate and resolution priorities. At 1080p, all presets are playable, but the jump from Medium (277.1 FPS) to Low (307.8 FPS) is only 30.7 FPS, while the jump from High (246.5 FPS) to Ultra (198.3 FPS) is a more substantial drop of 48.2 FPS. The data suggests that for 1080p, the High preset (246.5 FPS) offers an excellent balance of visual quality and speed, as it maintains a high refresh rate (over 240 FPS) without sacrificing too much fidelity. Ultra is only recommended for users with 144Hz monitors who want maximum visual quality, as it still exceeds 144 FPS.

At 1440p, the Medium preset (186 FPS) is the sweet spot. It provides a significant improvement over High (163.3 FPS) by 22.7 FPS while still looking good. Ultra (131.4 FPS) drops below the 144Hz threshold, making it less ideal for high-refresh displays. For 4K gaming, the choices are more constrained. The High preset (94 FPS) is the highest quality that maintains a smooth experience, while Ultra (76.2 FPS) dips close to the 60 FPS minimum for comfort. The Low preset (115 FPS) offers the most headroom but sacrifices visual quality. The recommendation is to use High at 4K for a balanced experience, Medium at 1440p for high refresh rates, and High at 1080p for competitive play.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all combinations. At 1920x1080, the average FPS values are: 307.8 (Low), 277.1 (Medium), 246.5 (High), and 198.3 (Ultra). This shows a consistent degradation as settings increase, with the difference between Low and Ultra being 109.5 FPS. At 2560x1440, the values are: 207.7 (Low), 186 (Medium), 163.3 (High), and 131.4 (Ultra). The drop from Low to Ultra here is 76.3 FPS, which is smaller than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor. At 3840x2160, the values are: 115 (Low), 103.7 (Medium), 94 (High), and 76.2 (Ultra). The difference between Low and Ultra is only 38.8 FPS, a much smaller margin, confirming that the GPU is heavily constrained at 4K.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K at each setting is also telling. For Low settings, the FPS drops from 307.8 to 115, a 62.6% reduction. For Medium, it drops from 277.1 to 103.7, a 62.6% reduction. For High, it drops from 246.5 to 94, a 61.9% reduction. For Ultra, it drops from 198.3 to 76.2, a 61.6% reduction. The consistency of these percentages strongly suggests that the bottleneck is purely the GPU’s pixel throughput, as the CPU has ample headroom to maintain frame delivery. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on the RTX 2060 SUPER is also a factor, as 4K textures can easily exceed this capacity, leading to potential stutters, though the average FPS data shows no such anomalies.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is built on the Turing architecture, featuring 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. Its core clocks are 1470 MHz base and 1650 MHz boost, with a memory clock of 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). In Roblox, the GPU’s role is primarily to handle the rasterization of the blocky world and any lighting effects. The 8 GB VRAM is generally sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K with Ultra settings, the memory capacity and bandwidth become limiting factors, as evidenced by the 76.2 FPS result.

The RTX 2060 SUPER’s benchmark scores show it is a mid-range card, placing in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs with an average score of 19774. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN, scores 19706 (0.3% higher), and the RTX 2070 scores 19680 (0.5% higher). This indicates that the 2060 SUPER is slightly ahead of its direct competitors in raw compute, but it is far from a high-end solution. The 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is modest by modern standards, which is why the FPS drops so sharply at 4K. The data shows that the GPU is the definitive bottleneck in this combo, as the CPU’s 93rd percentile ranking is wasted on a card that cannot fully utilize its speed at higher resolutions. For users of this combo, the GPU will need to be upgraded to see significant FPS gains beyond 1440p, while the CPU can remain unchanged for several generations.