Rust

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Rust, with the data indicating a clear performance ceiling at 4K Ultra settings. The measured frame rates show a system that is well-balanced at lower resolutions but becomes increasingly GPU-limited as resolution and graphical fidelity increase.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer. It operates on a 7 nm TSMC process node and fits into the AMD Socket AM4 platform. Its base clock is 3.00 GHz with a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, and it carries a 65 W TDP. The processor features a 32 MB shared L3 cache, alongside 512 KB of L2 and 64 KB of L1 cache per core. Its PassMark single-thread score is 2872, while its multithread score is 19236. In the broader context of all CPUs, it ranks in the 85th percentile, with an average benchmark score of 36945.

When compared to its closest rivals, the Ryzen 5 5600F is essentially performance-neutral. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 has an average score of 36938, representing a 0% delta. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D is slightly ahead at 37018, a delta of -0.2% from the 5600F's perspective. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 and Intel Core i9-12900T also sit within a narrow band, with scores of 37093 and 37112, respectively, translating to deltas of -0.4% and -0.5%. This indicates that the CPU's raw computational throughput is highly competitive with its direct peers.

In Rust, the CPU's role is significant due to the game's simulation and entity-tracking requirements. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 164 FPS. This high frame rate suggests that the 5600F's six Zen 3 cores are sufficient to feed the GPU at this lower resolution, where the GPU is less burdened. However, the data also shows a diminishing return when moving from Low to Ultra settings at the same resolution, dropping to 108 FPS. This reduction is not solely a GPU effect; the CPU's thread scheduling and cache performance play a part in maintaining the frame pacing under higher object counts and draw calls. The boost clock of 4.00 GHz and the 32 MB L3 cache are likely critical for maintaining stability in Rust's complex scenes, where data for many entities must be accessed quickly.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, specifically the AD104 chip, using a 5 nm process from TSMC. It has a base clock of 1980 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz. The memory subsystem is a 12 GB pool of GDDR6X on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. The card has 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, 80 ROPs, 56 ray tracing cores, and 224 tensor cores. Its PassMark G3D score is 29995, and it ranks in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 43223.

The nearest rivals for the RTX 4070 SUPER show a very tight cluster of performance. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB has an average score of 43262, a delta of -0.1%. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile scores 43268, also -0.1%. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile score 43301 and 43667, respectively, with deltas of -0.2% and -1%. These figures indicate that the 4070 SUPER is positioned at a performance plateau where minor architectural differences do not significantly alter synthetic benchmark outcomes.

In Rust, the GPU's influence is most evident at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra settings, the combo drops to an average of 44 FPS, which is a substantial decrease from the 58 FPS at 4K High. This 14 FPS drop is a clear indicator of the GPU being the primary bottleneck, as the rendering load from the higher resolution and advanced effects overwhelms the 4070 SUPER's capabilities. Conversely, at 1080p Low, the 164 FPS result suggests the GPU has significant headroom, and the CPU is more likely to be the limiting factor. The 12 GB VRAM capacity appears sufficient for the tested settings, as no data suggests a memory capacity-related crash or severe stutter, only a general performance scaling that aligns with GPU compute and memory bandwidth limits.

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

Q: What is the best average FPS this combo achieves at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS at 1920x1080 is 164 FPS, which is achieved with Low settings. The Medium preset delivers 141 FPS, High delivers 133 FPS, and Ultra drops to 108 FPS.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS falls to 44. This is the lowest recorded average across all tested resolutions and settings, indicating that the RTX 4070 SUPER is the limiting component at this extreme configuration.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS at Low settings is 145. Moving to Ultra settings reduces the average to 74 FPS. This represents a 71 FPS drop, which shows a significant performance cost for the highest visual fidelity at this resolution.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the bottleneck at 1080p Low?

A: The data shows 164 FPS at 1080p Low, which is the highest average in the dataset. This high frame rate, combined with the lower graphical load, suggests that the GPU has enough headroom and that the CPU's single-thread performance (PassMark score of 2872) is a more probable constraint at this specific configuration.

Q: What is the average FPS range at 4K Medium settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 68, with a minimum recorded FPS of 58 and a maximum of 79. This provides a playable experience, though it is significantly lower than the 102 FPS average seen at 4K Low.

Q: How does the combo's overall rank in Rust compare to all tested combos?

A: The combo is ranked 629 out of 2953 tested combinations in Rust. This places it in the top percentile of tested systems, indicating a strong overall performance for this specific game.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database for Rust, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is ranked 629 out of 2953 tested combos. This rank places it in the top 21% of all tested systems, a strong showing that reflects its ability to handle the game's demanding sandbox environments. The rank is a holistic measure that incorporates the measured FPS across all tested resolutions and settings, providing a single figure for comparative analysis.

The high rank is attributable to the balanced nature of the components. The CPU's strong single-thread score of 2872 and the GPU's high G3D score of 29995 combine to produce high frame rates in Rust, especially at 1080p and 1440p. The data shows that the combo is not at the very top tier, as the 4K Ultra result of 44 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold often sought for smooth gameplay. However, given that the combo outranks 2324 other configurations, it is clear that this pairing is more capable than the vast majority of systems in the database for this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a complete picture of performance scaling across resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the combo performs admirably across the board. Low settings yield an average of 164 FPS. Medium settings reduce the average to 141 FPS, with a minimum of 120 FPS and a maximum of 162 FPS. High settings produce 133 FPS on average. Pushing to Ultra settings reduces the average to 108 FPS. The spread from 164 to 108 FPS shows a 56 FPS variance, highlighting the impact of the most demanding visual features on the GPU.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. Low settings average 145 FPS. Medium settings average 116 FPS, with a minimum of 98 FPS and a maximum of 133 FPS. High settings drop to 98 FPS on average. Ultra settings bring the average down to 74 FPS. The step from Low to Ultra here is a 71 FPS drop, which is a larger absolute difference than at 1080p, indicating the increased resolution is placing more stress on the GPU.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to struggle with the highest settings. Low settings still manage an average of 102 FPS. Medium settings drop to 68 FPS, with a minimum of 58 FPS and a maximum of 79 FPS. High settings average 58 FPS. Ultra settings are the most demanding, yielding an average of only 44 FPS. The 4K data shows a stark contrast; the 58 FPS drop from Low to Ultra is the largest in the dataset, confirming the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate.

For 1920x1080, the High preset is the most balanced option. It delivers an average of 133 FPS, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay on high refresh rate monitors. The Ultra preset at 108 FPS is also viable, but the 25 FPS cost for the extra visual fidelity may not be worth it for competitive players. The Low preset at 164 FPS is ideal for maximum frame rates, but the visual quality is significantly compromised.

For 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the recommended choice. It provides a solid average of 116 FPS, with a minimum of 98 FPS, ensuring a stable experience. The High preset at 98 FPS is also playable, but the minimum frame rate is not recorded, which introduces some uncertainty. The Ultra preset at 74 FPS is usable for slower-paced gameplay, but the drop from Medium is notable. The Low preset at 145 FPS offers the highest performance but sacrifices visual detail.

For 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only option that provides a consistently smooth experience, with an average of 102 FPS. The Medium preset at 68 FPS is playable if the minimum of 58 FPS is acceptable, but it is close to the edge of smoothness. The High preset at 58 FPS is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 44 FPS is not recommended for a playable experience, as it falls below the standard for fluid motion.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear story about system balance. At Low settings, the average FPS scales from 164 at 1080p to 145 at 1440p, a drop of 19 FPS, and then to 102 at 4K, a further drop of 43 FPS. This scaling is relatively linear in absolute terms, but the percentage drop from 1440p to 4K (approximately 30%) is larger than from 1080p to 1440p (approximately 12%), indicating the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as pixel count increases.

At Ultra settings, the scaling is more dramatic. The average FPS drops from 108 at 1080p to 74 at 1440p, a 34 FPS decrease, and then to 44 at 4K, another 30 FPS decrease. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is approximately 59%, which is a severe reduction. This steep curve at Ultra settings underscores the RTX 4070 SUPER's limitations at high resolutions with maximum graphical features.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the system is well-balanced, with the CPU and GPU working in concert to deliver high frame rates. As the resolution increases, the GPU's workload grows faster than the CPU's, and the bottleneck shifts decisively to the graphics card. The 4K Ultra result of 44 FPS is a clear indicator that this combo is not designed for that specific use case, while the 1080p and 1440p results show a strong, capable system for most gaming scenarios.