Roblox

Roblox is a sandbox title that scales unusually well across hardware, and the combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER produces a dataset that reveals a clear performance hierarchy. The measured frames per second (FPS) across three resolutions and four quality presets indicate that this pairing is rarely the limiting factor, with the CPU providing substantial headroom in most scenarios. This analysis walks through the resolution scaling, ranking position, and component-specific roles based strictly on the provided measurements and benchmark data.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 and then to 3840x2160 shows a predictable decline in average FPS, but the rate of decline is not uniform across all settings. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 272 at 1080p to 182 at 1440p, a reduction of 90 FPS (33.1%). Moving from 1440p to 4K (3840x2160), the average falls further to 103 FPS, a reduction of 79 FPS (43.4%). The larger percentage drop between 1440p and 4K indicates that the GPU is becoming more heavily taxed as pixel count increases, though the absolute numbers remain high.

At Low settings, the scaling pattern is similar but with higher absolute values. The average FPS goes from 339 at 1080p to 226 at 1440p (a 33.3% drop) and then to 128 at 4K (a 43.4% drop). The consistency of these percentage drops across Low and High settings suggests that the performance scaling is primarily driven by resolution rather than the specific preset, which is typical for a game like Roblox where the CPU often handles the simulation logic. For Medium settings, the measured averages are 308 FPS at 1080p, 206 FPS at 1440p, and 116 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 33.1%, and from 1440p to 4K is 43.7%, aligning closely with the other presets.

Ultra settings show the lowest averages, with 221 FPS at 1080p, 148 FPS at 1440p, and 83 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 33.0% and 43.9% respectively, following the same trend. The data indicates that the limiting component at 1080p is likely the CPU, as the FPS values exceed 200 even at Ultra, which would strain most GPUs. However, as resolution increases to 4K, the GPU’s workload grows, and the FPS drops to 83 at Ultra, suggesting the RTX 2070 SUPER is the more significant constraint at that point. The consistent drop pattern across all settings implies that Roblox’s rendering pipeline scales linearly with pixel count, and this combination offers playable performance even at 4K Ultra, though the margin shrinks considerably.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER achieves a combo rank of 2139 out of 3711 tested combos in Roblox, placing it in the 57.6th percentile of all configurations. This rank indicates that while the pairing is above average, it is not at the top tier for this specific game, which is expected given the RTX 2070 SUPER’s age relative to newer GPUs. The CPU’s percentile versus all CPUs is 83, meaning it outperforms 83% of tested processors, while the GPU’s percentile versus all GPUs is 65, showing it is more mid-range in comparison.

In the context of the measured FPS, the rank of 2139 suggests that many other combos achieve higher frame rates, particularly those with more recent GPUs. The GPU’s nearest rivals in benchmark scores include the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, which has an average score of 20480 and a deltaPct of -1.0, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, with an average score of 20534 and a deltaPct of -1.2. This places the RTX 2070 SUPER slightly below these alternatives in raw compute, but the actual FPS in Roblox may vary due to driver optimizations. The CPU’s nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, with an average score of 32233 and a deltaPct of 0.1, and the Intel Core i9-11900, with a score of 32226 and a deltaPct of 0.2, indicating the i5-14400F is competitive with those parts.

Given the rank, the data shows that this combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p, where the FPS exceeds 200 on all presets, but it will not dominate leaderboards at 4K, where the GPU’s limitations become apparent. The rank reflects a balanced system that performs reliably but is not optimized for maximum Roblox performance, as higher-tier GPUs would push the FPS higher at lower resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS is 272, which is the highest High-settings value across all resolutions, indicating strong performance for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its nearest rival in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 20282, while the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M scores 20480, a deltaPct of -1.0, meaning the Quadro is 1.0% faster in synthetic tests.

Q: What is the combo’s rank in Roblox?

A: The combo ranks 2139 out of 3711 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle range of all configurations tested.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance at 4K Ultra?

A: At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 83, which is significantly lower than at 1080p (221 FPS), indicating the GPU becomes the limiting factor due to the increased pixel workload.

Q: What are the CPU’s core and thread counts?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400F has 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Q: Is the memory bandwidth of the GPU sufficient for high resolutions?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s, which supports the measured FPS drops at 4K, though the data shows performance still remains above 80 FPS at Ultra.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1920x1080, the High preset yields an average of 272 FPS, while Medium yields 308 FPS and Low yields 339 FPS. The difference between High and Low is 67 FPS, but High still provides a smooth experience well above the 144 Hz refresh rate common in gaming monitors. For 1440p, High averages 182 FPS, Medium 206 FPS, and Low 226 FPS, with all presets remaining fluid. At 4K, High averages 103 FPS, Medium 116 FPS, and Low 128 FPS, with Ultra dropping to 83 FPS.

Given these numbers, the High preset is the recommended choice for most users, as it offers a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining FPS above 100 at all resolutions. At 1080p, High is optimal because the FPS is already high, and the extra visual fidelity is worth the small FPS penalty compared to Low. For 1440p, High remains the best option, as the 182 FPS average is still far above the threshold for competitive play. At 4K, High is acceptable, but users prioritizing frame rate may prefer Medium, which offers a 13 FPS improvement (116 vs 103) with only a modest reduction in visual quality. The Ultra preset is not recommended for 4K due to the 83 FPS average, which may cause noticeable stutter on high-refresh displays, but it is viable at 1080p and 1440p where FPS remains above 148.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The dataset includes 12 measured FPS entries, covering four settings at three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 339 FPS, Medium 308 FPS, High 272 FPS, and Ultra 221 FPS. The Medium preset also records a minimum of 262 FPS and a maximum of 354 FPS, providing a range for frame time variability. At 2560x1440, Low averages 226 FPS, Medium 206 FPS (min 175, max 237), High 182 FPS, and Ultra 148 FPS. The 1440p results show a tighter grouping, with the spread between Low and Ultra being 78 FPS, compared to 118 FPS at 1080p aware of the GPU’s increasing load.

At 3840x2160, Low averages 128 FPS, Medium 116 FPS (min 99, max 134), High 103 FPS, and Ultra 83 FPS. The 4K results show the largest relative drop, with Ultra being 45 FPS lower than Low. The Medium preset’s min FPS of 99 at 4K is notable because it falls below 100, indicating potential frame dips in demanding scenes. Across all resolutions, the data shows that the FPS scaling is nearly linear with resolution changes, and the RTX 2070 SUPER’s 8 GB GDDR6 memory with a 256-bit bus width is sufficient to handle Roblox’s textures without causing memory-related stutters.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. Its benchmark scores are strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 and a single-core score of 3055, indicating robust performance for both multi-threaded and single-threaded tasks. The CPU’s percentile versus all CPUs is 83, meaning it outperforms 83% of tested processors, which is reflected in the high FPS at 1080p where the CPU is more likely to be the bottleneck.

In Roblox, which often has a significant CPU load due to physics and scripting, the i5-14400F’s 10 cores and 16 threads provide ample headroom. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the FPS reaches 339, which is likely CPU-limited, as the GPU would not be taxed at such low settings. The boost clock of 4.70 GHz helps with single-threaded performance, which is crucial for Roblox’s main game loop. The CPU’s 20 MB of L3 cache is shared across all cores, and its memory support for DDR4 and DDR5 allows for flexible system configurations. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra (83 FPS) suggests that at higher resolutions, the CPU is not the limiting factor, as the GPU’s workload increases, but at 1080p, the CPU’s performance is what allows the FPS to exceed 200 even on Ultra.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is based on the Turing architecture with a TU104 chip, featuring 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU’s base clock is 1605 MHz with a boost clock of 1770 MHz, and its FP32 performance is 9.062 TFLOPS. The GPU’s percentile versus all GPUs is 65, indicating it is above average but not top-tier, which aligns with its performance in Roblox.

The measured FPS data shows that the RTX 2070 SUPER handles Roblox well at all settings, with the lowest average being 83 FPS at 4K Ultra. The GPU’s 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for Roblox’s modest texture requirements, as the game is not graphically demanding compared to modern AAA titles. The memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s supports the high FPS at lower resolutions, and the GPU’s boost clock ensures consistent performance under load. The benchmark results, such as a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1651 and a Passmark G3D score of 18169, place it in a competitive range, though its nearest rivals like the RTX 3070 Mobile (avg score 20534) and Intel Arc B570 (avg score 20556) are slightly faster in synthetic tests. In Roblox, the GPU’s role becomes more prominent at 4K, where the FPS drops by 45% from 1080p at High settings, showing that the pixel fill rate is the primary constraint. The RTX 2070 SUPER’s 64 ROPs and 113.3 GPixel/s pixel rate are adequate for the game, but the data indicates that users seeking higher 4K FPS would need a more powerful GPU.