Roblox

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination delivers a remarkably smooth Roblox experience, with average frame rates ranging from 76 FPS at 4K Ultra to 308 FPS at 1080p Low. The data indicates this pairing is heavily GPU-limited at higher resolutions, while at 1080p the CPU's strong single-threaded performance becomes a more significant factor. This combo ranks 2097th out of 3010 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database, yet the absolute frame rates are high enough for any display.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, but the magnitude of the drop reveals important insights about the system's bottleneck. At 1080p High, the combo produces 247 FPS, which falls to 165 FPS at 1440p High, a reduction of 33.2%. Moving further to 4K High, the average drops to 93 FPS, which is 62.3% lower than the 1080p figure. This steep decline is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the RTX 2060 SUPER's rendering throughput becomes the limiting factor.

Examining the Low settings across resolutions tells a similar story. The 1080p Low result of 308 FPS drops to 205 FPS at 1440p Low (a 33.4% decrease) and then to 116 FPS at 4K Low (a 62.3% decrease from 1080p). The consistency of these percentage drops across both High and Low settings strongly suggests that the scaling is purely resolution-driven. The RTX 2060 SUPER's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 256-bit bus, with 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, appear sufficient for Roblox's asset loads, as the average frame rates remain playable even at 4K.

However, the gap between Low and Ultra settings at each resolution provides more nuance. At 1080p, the spread from Low (308 FPS) to Ultra (201 FPS) is 107 FPS, while at 4K the same spread is only 40 FPS (116 FPS Low vs 76 FPS Ultra). This narrowing gap at higher resolutions is a classic sign of the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck. When the GPU is saturated at 4K, the additional pixel shading work from Ultra settings has a proportionally smaller impact because the base rendering cost is already so high. Conversely, at 1080p, the GPU has more headroom, allowing the CPU to push frame rates higher, and the settings-dependent workload becomes more apparent.

The data indicates that 1440p is the sweet spot for this pairing. At 1440p High, the system still delivers 165 FPS, which is well above the refresh rate of most high-refresh monitors. Even at 1440p Ultra, the 134 FPS average remains comfortably smooth. At 4K, the system dips below the 100 FPS mark for High settings and hits 76 FPS at Ultra, which is still playable but suggests users with 4K displays should consider Medium or Low settings to maintain higher frame rates. The 4K Medium result of 106 FPS with a minimum of 90 FPS indicates that this setting provides a playable experience without the substantial drop seen at Ultra.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. Its base clock is 3.50 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, the chip scores 4648 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 32924 in multi-core, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The single-core performance is particularly relevant for Roblox, which historically relies heavily on a limited number of threads for game logic and physics.

The nearest rivals in the database provide context for the CPU's overall capability. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49228, which is 0.5% higher than the Core Ultra 5 245's average benchmark score of 48995. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G scores 49196, a 0.4% delta. On the other side, the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48698 (0.6% lower) and the Intel Core i5-14600K scores 48618 (0.8% lower). These deltas are all within 1%, indicating that the Core Ultra 5 245 sits in a tightly contested performance bracket. The 14 threads are more than sufficient for Roblox's multithreaded rendering pipeline, but the high boost clock of 5.10 GHz is what enables the exceptional frame rates seen at 1080p.

Evidence of the CPU's capability is visible in the 1080p results. At 1080p Low, the system produces 308 FPS, which is the highest measured average across all configurations. This figure suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with draw calls at a very high rate. However, the fact that 1080p Ultra only reaches 201 FPS, while 1440p Low reaches 205 FPS, is telling. The nearly identical frame rates between 1080p Ultra and 1440p Low indicate that the GPU is the limiting factor in both cases, as the increase in resolution from 1080p to 1440p is offset by the reduction in settings from Ultra to Low. The CPU is not the bottleneck at these settings.

The L3 cache is 24 MB shared, which is ample for Roblox's world streaming needs. The memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s over dual-channel DDR5 ensures that the CPU can access game data quickly. In the context of this game, the Core Ultra 5 245's 14 cores are likely underutilized, but the high per-core performance ensures that the main game thread does not become a constraint, particularly at higher resolutions where the GPU takes on more of the workload. The benchmark results show that the CPU's single-threaded score of 4648 in Cinebench R23 is a stronger indicator of Roblox performance than the multi-core score, as the game's engine is not optimized to scale across many cores.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear hierarchy of settings for each resolution, and the optimal choice depends on the user's display and preference for frame rate versus visual fidelity. At 1080p, all settings produce frame rates above 200 FPS, with Low at 308 FPS, Medium at 280 FPS, High at 247 FPS, and Ultra at 201 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 107 FPS, which is substantial, but even Ultra's 201 FPS is high enough for competitive play. For users with a 144Hz monitor, High settings offer a 247 FPS average, providing a significant margin above the refresh rate. For those with a 240Hz display, Medium at 280 FPS or Low at 308 FPS would be the better choices, as they get closer to maximizing the display's potential.

At 1440p, the recommendation shifts. High settings deliver 165 FPS, which is perfect for 144Hz monitors. Medium follows at 187 FPS, and Low at 205 FPS. Ultra drops to 134 FPS, which is still playable but below the 144Hz threshold. For a balanced experience at 1440p, High appears to be the best option, as it provides a 165 FPS average that exceeds most refresh rates while maintaining better visual quality than Medium or Low. The minimum frame rate of 159 FPS at 1440p Medium suggests that there is no significant frame pacing issue, and High is likely to have a similar consistency.

At 4K, the system is clearly GPU-limited. Ultra produces 76 FPS, High 93 FPS, Medium 106 FPS, and Low 116 FPS. For a 60Hz display, Ultra is viable, but for higher refresh rates, Medium at 106 FPS is the practical ceiling. The 4K Medium result includes a minimum of 90 FPS and a maximum of 121 FPS, indicating some variance but generally stable performance. The recommendation for 4K is Medium, as it offers a 30 FPS improvement over Ultra (from 76 to 106) while still providing a substantial visual upgrade over Low. The 30 FPS delta between Low and Medium at 4K (116 vs 106) is modest compared to the 73 FPS delta between Medium and Ultra (106 vs 76), suggesting that Ultra settings impose a disproportionate performance cost at this resolution.

The data does not include any ray tracing or DLSS metrics, so the recommendations are based solely on the traditional rasterization performance. For all resolutions, the Medium preset appears to offer the best balance of frame rate and visual quality, with the caveat that at 1080p, users can afford to push to Ultra if they prefer maximum detail.

How This Combo Ranks

In the global database of CPU and GPU combinations, this pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2097th out of 3010 tested combos for Roblox. This places the system in the 30th percentile, meaning roughly 70% of tested combinations deliver higher average frame rates in this specific game. The rank is a measure of overall performance, and the relatively low position is a direct consequence of the GPU's age and position in the market, rather than a reflection of the CPU's capability.

The RTX 2060 SUPER's individual benchmark scores provide context for its contribution to this rank. It scores 16462 in Passmark G3D, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile (18159, -0.4% delta), AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (18189, -0.5% delta), AMD Radeon RX 460 (18373, -1.5% delta), and Intel Arc A770M (18383, -1.6% delta). The fact that the RTX 2060 SUPER is slightly below these rivals in average benchmark score is reflected in the combo rank, as the GPU is the primary determinant of frame rates in Roblox at higher resolutions.

The CPU performs far better in its own percentile ranking. With a 90th percentile score among all CPUs, the Core Ultra 5 245 is a high-end part. However, the combo rank of 2097 is pulled down by the GPU's 62nd percentile standing. The data indicates that if the same CPU were paired with a higher-tier GPU, the combo rank would improve significantly. Conversely, the GPU's performance is likely the reason why the 4K Ultra score is only 76 FPS, as the CPU has ample headroom to support higher frame rates if the GPU could deliver them.

The rank also suggests that for users seeking to improve their Roblox experience, upgrading the GPU would yield the most substantial gains. The CPU is already performing in the top 10% of all processors, while the GPU is in the bottom 40% of the tested pool. This imbalance is a key takeaway from the data, as it highlights the GPU as the limiting component in this configuration.

FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS is 308, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 compare to its nearest CPU rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48995, which is 0.5% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900's score of 49228. It is also 0.4% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G's 49196.

Q: Is the RTX 2060 SUPER a bottleneck for this CPU in Roblox?

A: Yes, the data strongly suggests the GPU is the limiting factor. At 1080p Ultra, the system produces 201 FPS, while at 1440p Low it produces 205 FPS, indicating that the GPU is saturated regardless of resolution when settings are high.

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

A: The minimum FPS recorded is 90, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with Medium settings. This is the only configuration in the data with a reported minimum FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations for Roblox?

A: This combo ranks 2097th out of 3010 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database.

Q: What is the recommended setting for 1440p gaming with this combo?

A: High settings at 1440p deliver 165 FPS on average, which is the recommended balance for 144Hz displays. Medium settings achieve 187 FPS, but High provides a better visual experience with only a 22 FPS reduction.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER in Roblox is as follows:

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 116 FPS average
• Medium: 106 FPS average, 90 FPS minimum, 121 FPS maximum
• High: 93 FPS average
• Ultra: 76 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 205 FPS average
• Medium: 187 FPS average, 159 FPS minimum, 215 FPS maximum
• High: 165 FPS average
• Ultra: 134 FPS average

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 308 FPS average
• Medium: 280 FPS average, 238 FPS minimum, 322 FPS maximum
• High: 247 FPS average
• Ultra: 201 FPS average

The data shows a consistent pattern where Medium settings provide the only configurations with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values, suggesting more frame-time variance at this setting level. The 1080p Medium configuration has a minimum of 238 FPS and a maximum of 322 FPS, while the 1440p Medium has a minimum of 159 FPS and a maximum of 215 FPS. The 4K Medium has a minimum of 90 FPS and a maximum of 121 FPS. These ranges indicate that Medium settings produce a spread of roughly 80-85 FPS between minimum and maximum at each resolution, which is a notable fluctuation but still results in playable frame rates.

The highest overall average FPS is 308 at 1080p Low, and the lowest is 76 at 4K Ultra. The system never drops below 76 FPS in any tested configuration, meaning it is always capable of delivering a smooth experience on standard 60Hz displays. For high-refresh-rate gaming at 240Hz, the 1080p Low setting is the only configuration that exceeds 300 FPS, while the 1080p Medium setting at 280 FPS comes close. The 4K performance is the weakest, with all settings below 120 FPS, but the Medium preset at 106 FPS is the most balanced option for 4K users.