Roblox

FAQ

Q: What average frame rate does the Intel Core i5-12400 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti combo deliver in Roblox at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS is 474.6.

Q: How does the performance scale when moving from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 384.5. At 4K Ultra, it drops to 142.9, representing a significant reduction as resolution increases.

Q: Which settings preset provides the highest average frame rate at 1440p for this configuration?

A: The Low preset yields the highest average FPS at 1440p, reaching 393.6.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 4K resolution?

A: At 4K, the Low preset averages 224.8 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 142.9 FPS. This shows a difference of 81.9 FPS between the two presets.

Q: How does the combo rank among other tested CPU and GPU combinations in this game?

A: The combo ranks 261st out of 1800 total tested combos in Roblox.

Q: Based on the benchmark data, what is the best experience for a 4K display?

A: The High preset at 4K delivers 177.5 FPS, which is higher than the Ultra preset's 142.9 FPS, offering a smoother experience while still maintaining quality.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data reveals a clear hierarchy across presets at each resolution. For 1080p displays, the High preset at 474.6 FPS provides an excellent balance; however, users seeking maximum smoothness can opt for Low at 588.2 FPS. The Medium preset at 533.9 FPS sits between these two, making it a strong middle-ground choice.

At 1440p, the High preset delivers 317.8 FPS, which is more than sufficient for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Ultra preset at 255.4 FPS still maintains a very high frame rate, so for users prioritizing visual fidelity, Ultra remains viable. The Low preset at 393.6 FPS is the best option for those chasing the absolute highest refresh rates.

For 4K displays, the High preset at 177.5 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a substantial improvement over Ultra (142.9 FPS) while still offering good visual quality. The Medium preset at 201.9 FPS is another strong option, delivering higher frame rates than High with presumably modest visual trade-offs. The Low preset at 224.8 FPS is best reserved for competitive play where frame rate is paramount.

The data suggests that High is the optimal preset across all resolutions, offering a strong balance between visual quality and performance. Medium is a close second, while Ultra should only be considered at 1080p or 1440p, where the frame rate remains above 250 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. This processor belongs to the Alder Lake architecture, built on a 10 nm process node. Its benchmark scores indicate strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15935 and a single-core score of 2249.

In Roblox, the CPU's role is significant, as the game's performance often depends on single-threaded efficiency. The i5-12400's single-thread performance, evidenced by its 3dmark single-thread score of 910 and PassMark single-thread score of 3456, directly impacts the game's ability to maintain high frame rates. The benchmark results show that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 588.2 FPS, suggesting that the CPU is capable of handling the game's physics and logic without bottlenecking the GPU.

The processor's 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache provide ample memory for game data. With a 65 W TDP, the i5-12400 is efficient, and its support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory allows for flexible system configurations. The CPU's 3dmark multi-threaded score of 5890 indicates that it can handle Roblox's multi-threaded workloads, though the game's reliance on single-thread performance is more critical.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the i5-12400's average benchmark score of 19850 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i7-9700 (19831, delta 0.1%) and the Intel Core i7-8700 (19894, delta -0.2%). This indicates that the i5-12400 performs on par with these older, higher-tier processors, making it a capable choice for Roblox.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo of the Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti ranks 261st out of 1800 tested combinations in Roblox. This places it in the top 14.5% of all combos, indicating that it delivers above-average performance for this game.

The high rank is driven by the combination of a strong mid-range CPU and a high-end GPU. The RTX 4070 Ti's 85th percentile ranking among all GPUs and the i5-12400's 77th percentile among all CPUs contribute to a well-balanced system. The data shows that the combo excels at lower resolutions, with 1080p Low achieving 588.2 FPS, which is likely near the top of the performance curve for Roblox.

However, the rank also reflects the game's scalability. At 4K Ultra, the combo still delivers 142.9 FPS, which is respectable but not class-leading. The rank of 261 suggests that while this combo is strong, there are 260 other combinations that perform better in Roblox, likely featuring more powerful CPUs or GPUs.

The deltaPct values for the CPU's nearest rivals show minimal differences, with the i5-12400 being 0.1% ahead of the i7-9700 and 0.4% ahead of the i5-11600K. This indicates that the CPU choice has a negligible impact on performance in Roblox compared to the GPU, which is the primary driver of frame rates.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process node. It features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The GPU's base clock is 2310 MHz, with a boost clock of 2610 MHz, and it has 7680 shading units.

In Roblox, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions and settings. The data shows a clear correlation between GPU load and frame rate. At 1080p, the GPU is likely not the bottleneck, as the CPU can keep up with the game's demands. However, at 4K Ultra, the GPU's rendering workload increases significantly, resulting in a drop from 384.5 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 142.9 FPS at 4K Ultra.

The RTX 4070 Ti's memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s is ample for Roblox's relatively modest texture and geometry requirements. The 12 GB VRAM is more than sufficient, as the game does not demand high memory capacities. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 31624 and its 85th percentile ranking indicate that it is a high-performance part, capable of handling Roblox with ease.

The GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile (45152 avg score, delta -0.6%) and the Intel Arc A730M (45592 avg score, delta -1.5%). These comparisons show that the RTX 4070 Ti's average benchmark score of 44900 is within 1.6% of these competitors, suggesting that its performance in Roblox is consistent with its overall benchmark standing.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. With Low settings, the average FPS is 588.2, followed by Medium at 533.9, High at 474.6, and Ultra at 384.5. This shows a clear progression where each increase in settings reduces performance, with the largest drop occurring between Medium and High (59.3 FPS) and High to Ultra (90.1 FPS).

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. Low settings average 393.6 FPS, Medium 359.1 FPS, High 317.8 FPS, and Ultra 255.4 FPS. The relative differences between presets remain consistent, with Ultra being 138.2 FPS lower than Low.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are significantly lower but still highly playable. Low settings average 224.8 FPS, Medium 201.9 FPS, High 177.5 FPS, and Ultra 142.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 81.9 FPS, indicating that the GPU is under more stress at this resolution.

Across all resolutions, the High preset offers a consistent balance. At 1080p, it delivers 474.6 FPS; at 1440p, 317.8 FPS; and at 4K, 177.5 FPS. These figures suggest that High is the most versatile preset, providing high frame rates across the board.

The data also reveals that the combo is capable of pushing beyond 500 FPS at 1080p with Low and Medium settings, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate esports monitors. At 4K, even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an average above 140 FPS, ensuring a smooth experience on 4K displays.