Rust

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and AMD Radeon RX 570 pairing represents a classic entry-level 1080p setup from a few generations ago. In Rust, this combination lands at rank 3553 out of 3723 tested combos, placing it in the lower percentile of systems. The data shows a CPU that sits at the 75th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU holds the 74th percentile against all GPUs, but the unforgiving nature of Rust's engine means this hardware pairing produces playable results only at lower settings and resolutions. This analysis breaks down what the measured frames mean for your experience.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Rust at 1920x1080 smoothly?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, where the average frame rate is 66 FPS. At Medium settings, the average drops to 44 FPS, and at High settings it falls to 38 FPS. Ultra settings at this resolution produce an average of just 29 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 2600 compare to its nearest rivals in raw compute?

A: The Ryzen 5 2600's average benchmark score is 21484, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V (21440, 0.2% slower) and the Intel Core i9-11900H (21367, 0.5% slower). It is marginally ahead of the AMD EPYC 9454 by 1.2%.

Q: Is the RX 570's 4 GB VRAM a limiting factor in Rust?

A: The data suggests so at higher resolutions. At 2560x1440 Ultra, the average frame rate drops to 20 FPS, and at 3840x2160 Ultra it falls to 12 FPS. The 4 GB GDDR5 memory with 224.0 GB/s bandwidth struggles to feed the game's assets at those settings.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain a 60+ FPS average?

A: The only measured configuration that achieves a 60+ FPS average is 1920x1080 at Low settings, which hits 66 FPS. No other resolution or setting combination in the data reaches this threshold.

Q: How does the RX 570 stack up against its closest GPU rivals?

A: The RX 570's average benchmark score is 28766. The AMD Radeon RX 6800M is only 0.4% faster, while the AMD Radeon R9 M295X is 0.7% slower. The NVIDIA Quadro RTX 8000 is 1.2% faster, and the AMD Radeon RX 470 is 0.8% slower.

Q: Does the CPU hold back the GPU in this pairing?

A: The CPU's passmark single-thread score is 2239, and its multithread score is 13160. Given that Rust is known to be CPU-intensive, the 6-core, 12-thread Ryzen 5 2600 with a boost clock of 3.90 GHz provides a baseline that allows the RX 570 to reach those 1080p Low numbers, but the frame rate drops suggest the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 3553 out of 3723 systems places this pairing in the bottom 5% of all tested configurations for Rust. This is a stark indicator that while the individual components are not bottom-tier (both sit at the 74th-75th percentile in their respective categories), their combination is poorly suited for Rust's demanding engine.

Benchmark results indicate a significant gap between this system and the top performers. The delta to the median combo is substantial, but more telling is the fact that this system is only 170 positions away from the very bottom of the list. The data implies that this pairing is closer in performance to the weakest systems tested than to the strongest, making it a marginal candidate for a smooth Rust experience.

The rank suggests that most other CPU/GPU combinations in the database will outperform this one in Rust. For context, the CPU itself is competitive with modern parts like the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V (0.2% difference), but the GPU, while similar to the RX 6800M in synthetic benchmarks, is clearly not delivering competitive frame rates in this specific title. The combination's rank reflects the game's sensitivity to both CPU and GPU capabilities simultaneously.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 2000 series, built on the 12 nm Zen+ architecture. It operates at a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU's cache configuration includes 16 MB of shared L3 cache, which is critical for game logic and world simulation.

In Rust, the CPU's role is substantial. The passmark physics score of 673 and the multithread score of 13160 provide context for how the processor handles the game's complex simulation and entity updates. The single-thread score of 2239, while not exceptional, is sufficient for the game's primary thread. However, the data shows that at lower settings, the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU enough frames to reach 66 FPS at 1080p Low.

The CPU's performance relative to rivals shows it is a balanced mid-range part. It is 0.2% slower than the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V and 0.5% slower than the Intel Core i9-11900H in average benchmark scores. This indicates that the Ryzen 5 2600 is not a significant bottleneck in most scenarios. However, in Rust, the combination of the CPU's 3.90 GHz boost clock and 6 cores may struggle to maintain high frame rates when the game world is populated with players and structures.

The 16 MB L3 cache is shared across all cores, which helps with data locality. The dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 46.9 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for the CPU's needs. The data suggests that the CPU is not the primary limiting factor at 1080p, but at higher resolutions, the GPU takes over as the main constraint.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 66 FPS at Low settings, which is the only playable configuration for smooth gameplay. At Medium settings, the average drops to 44 FPS, with a minimum of 38 FPS and a maximum of 51 FPS. High settings produce an average of 38 FPS, while Ultra settings fall to 29 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance degrades significantly. Low settings yield an average of 46 FPS, which is still usable but not ideal for competitive play. Medium settings average 31 FPS, with a minimum of 26 FPS and a maximum of 35 FPS. High settings drop to 26 FPS, and Ultra settings average only 20 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the system is largely unplayable. Low settings average 27 FPS, Medium settings average 18 FPS (with a minimum of 15 and maximum of 21), High settings average 15 FPS, and Ultra settings average just 12 FPS. The data shows a consistent pattern: each step up in settings costs roughly 20-30% of the frame rate, and each step up in resolution costs a similar amount.

The transition from 1080p Low to 1440p Low represents a 30% drop in average FPS, from 66 to 46. The drop from 1440p Low to 4K Low is a further 41% reduction, down to 27 FPS. This scaling indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, as the CPU is likely still capable of producing more frames.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 570 is a Polaris 20 chip built on the 14 nm process, featuring 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 32 render output units. It operates at a base clock of 1168 MHz and a boost clock of 1244 MHz, with 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's FP32 performance is 5.095 TFLOPS.

The GPU's role in Rust is decisive at higher settings. The data shows that the RX 570's 4 GB VRAM is insufficient for Ultra settings at any resolution above 1080p. At 1440p Ultra, the average frame rate is 20 FPS, which is a 31% drop from 1440p High at 26 FPS. At 4K Ultra, the average is just 12 FPS, indicating that the GPU is completely overwhelmed.

The GPU's benchmark scores show it is competitive with other mid-range cards. It is 0.4% slower than the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, 0.7% faster than the AMD Radeon R9 M295X, 0.8% slower than the AMD Radeon RX 470, and 1.2% faster than the NVIDIA Quadro RTX 8000. These close margins suggest that the RX 570 is a well-balanced card for its class.

However, in Rust, the GPU's performance is constrained by its memory capacity and bandwidth. The 224.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p gaming, but at 1440p and above, the game's textures and draw distances exceed what the 4 GB VRAM can hold efficiently. The data shows that the GPU's texture rate of 159.2 GTexel/s is not the limiting factor; rather, it is the memory subsystem that struggles.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal configuration for this combo is 1920x1080 at Low settings, which delivers an average of 66 FPS. This is the only setting that provides a smooth, playable experience above the 60 FPS threshold. The Low preset likely reduces draw distances and texture quality, which alleviates pressure on both the CPU and GPU.

If you require higher visual fidelity, 1920x1080 at Medium settings is the next viable option, with an average of 44 FPS. This is playable but may feel less responsive in fast-paced combat scenarios. The minimum of 38 FPS suggests occasional dips that could be noticeable.

At 2560x1440, Low settings with an average of 46 FPS is the only reasonable choice. This sacrifices resolution for playability, but the frame rate is still below the 60 FPS target. For users with 1440p monitors, this is the recommended starting point, with the understanding that the experience will be less smooth than at 1080p.

Avoid High and Ultra settings at all resolutions. At 1080p High, the average is 38 FPS, and at Ultra it is 29 FPS. At 1440p, High drops to 26 FPS, and Ultra to 20 FPS. At 4K, all settings are below 30 FPS, making the game effectively unplayable. The data strongly suggests that this hardware is best suited for 1080p gaming at Low or Medium settings, prioritizing frame rate over visual quality.