Rust

Rust presents a unique challenge for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination. The benchmark data reveals a system that is capable of delivering smooth gameplay at lower resolutions and settings, but which struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K. This analysis examines the measured FPS across various resolutions and presets to determine the optimal configuration and understand the performance bottlenecks at play.

The data shows a clear performance hierarchy across the four tested presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) and three resolutions (1080p, 1440p, 4K). At 1920x1080, the system achieves a robust average of 152 FPS on Low, dropping to 65 FPS on Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, the average frame rate ranges from 104 FPS on Low to 45 FPS on Ultra. At 3840x2160, the system's limitations become apparent, with the average FPS falling to 62 on Low and reaching a low of 27 FPS on Ultra. The delta between Low and Ultra settings is consistent, representing a significant performance cost for higher visual fidelity.

Settings Recommendations

For players prioritizing a competitive advantage or maximum smoothness, the Low preset at 1920x1080 is the clear winner, delivering an average of 152 FPS. This frame rate is more than sufficient for fast-paced gameplay and ensures the display is fully utilized. The jump from Low to Medium at this resolution results in a substantial drop of 50 FPS, bringing the average down to 102 FPS, which is still very playable but sacrifices the high-refresh-rate experience.

The Medium preset at 1920x1080 offers a compelling balance, providing a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining an average of 102 FPS. This setting represents the "sweet spot" for most users, as it keeps frame rates well above 60 FPS while improving the game's appearance. The measured minimum FPS of 87 at this setting indicates that even in demanding scenes, performance remains stable and above the threshold for a smooth experience.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only configuration that consistently breaks the 100 FPS barrier, achieving an average of 104 FPS. The Medium preset at this resolution delivers a respectable 70 FPS average, with a minimum of 60 FPS, which is adequate for a consistent experience. However, for those who prefer higher settings, the performance cost is steep; the High preset drops to 59 FPS, and Ultra falls to 45 FPS.

The 3840x2160 resolution is not recommended for this combo if a smooth, consistent frame rate is the goal. Even on the Low preset, the average FPS is 62, which is playable but does not provide much headroom. The Medium preset dips to an average of 41 FPS with a minimum of 35 FPS, which can feel sluggish. High and Ultra presets at 4K produce averages of 35 FPS and 27 FPS respectively, which are below the threshold for a comfortable gaming experience. The data suggests that for 4K gaming, users should stick to the Low preset or consider lowering the resolution.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is a 12 nm Turing architecture GPU with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. Its base and boost clocks are 1605 MHz and 1770 MHz, respectively. The GPU's performance percentile vs. all GPUs is 65, which indicates it is a mid-range performer in the current landscape. Its average benchmark score is 20282.

The GPU's memory configuration is a critical factor in Rust. The 8 GB frame buffer is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but at 4K with higher settings, memory capacity and bandwidth can become limiting. The data shows that at 3840x2160, the frame rates are significantly lower across all presets compared to 1440p, suggesting the GPU is struggling to fill and process the larger frame buffer. The decrease in performance from 1440p to 4K is much more pronounced than from 1080p to 1440p, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution.

The GPU's nearest rival, the Intel Arc B570, has an average score of 20556, which is 1.3% higher. This places the RTX 2070 SUPER in a tight performance cluster with the Intel Arc A750 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, all within a 1.5% performance delta. This suggests that while the GPU is not a top-tier performer, it is competitive with other mid-range options. The data implies that in Rust, the GPU's raw compute power and memory bandwidth are the main drivers of performance, especially as resolution and settings increase.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data illustrates a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. On the Low preset, the average frame rate drops from 152 FPS at 1080p to 104 FPS at 1440p, a decrease of 48 FPS. Pushing further to 4K, the frame rate falls to 62 FPS, a further drop of 42 FPS. This pattern shows that the performance cost of each resolution step is substantial.

The scaling is even more dramatic on higher settings. On the High preset, the average frame rate is 86 FPS at 1080p, 59 FPS at 1440p, and 35 FPS at 4K. This represents a 51 FPS drop from 1080p to 4K. This significant decline, particularly the 24 FPS drop from 1440p to 4K, indicates that the GPU is heavily taxed at higher resolutions and settings. The data suggests that the system is GPU-limited in most scenarios, as the frame rate drops are consistent with the increase in pixel count.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is particularly telling. At 1080p, the CPU may be able to keep up with the GPU, but as resolution increases, the GPU's workload grows exponentially. The frame rate at 4K on Ultra settings (27 FPS) is less than half of that at 1080p on Ultra (65 FPS). This demonstrates that the RTX 2070 SUPER does not have enough rendering power to maintain a high frame rate at 4K, making 1440p or 1080p the more sensible choices for this combination.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured FPS data provides a detailed picture of the combo's performance. At 1920x1080, the system performs admirably. On Low settings, it achieves an average of 152 FPS. The Medium preset delivers an average of 102 FPS, with a minimum of 87 FPS and a maximum of 117 FPS. High settings produce an average of 86 FPS, while Ultra drops to 65 FPS. This shows that at 1080p, the system can handle all presets with playable frame rates, with only Ultra falling below the 70 FPS mark.

At 2560x1440, the performance takes a noticeable hit. The Low preset still delivers a high average of 104 FPS. Medium settings drop to an average of 70 FPS, with a minimum of 60 FPS and a maximum of 81 FPS. The High preset averages 59 FPS, and Ultra drops to 45 FPS. This resolution is a viable option for the Medium preset, which maintains a stable 60 FPS minimum, but higher presets become increasingly less smooth.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations are fully exposed. The Low preset is the only one that approaches playability, with an average of 62 FPS. Medium settings drop to 41 FPS average, with a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 48 FPS. High and Ultra presets produce averages of 35 FPS and 27 FPS, respectively. These frame rates are below the 60 FPS target for most gamers and would result in a less responsive and immersive experience. The data clearly shows that 4K is not a practical resolution for this combo in Rust, except on the lowest settings.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 1650 out of 2953 tested combos for Rust. This places it in the 56th percentile of all tested systems, indicating that it performs better than a majority of configurations but is not among the top performers. This ranking is a holistic measure of the combo's overall ability to run the game.

This mid-pack ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data. While the system can deliver excellent performance at 1080p and good performance at 1440p, its struggles at 4K pull its overall rank down. The rank of 1650 suggests that there are many other combinations that can achieve higher frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions. However, for a 1080p or 1440p gaming setup, this combo is a solid performer.

The ranking also reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU. The CPU, with its high single-thread performance, is capable of feeding the GPU at lower resolutions. However, the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 1440p and 4K, preventing the combo from achieving a higher rank. The data suggests that this is a well-matched combo for 1080p gaming, but the GPU holds it back from higher resolutions and a better overall rank.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, built on a 5 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The CPU has 32 MB of shared L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory. Its average benchmark score is 32750, and it sits in the 83rd percentile vs. all CPUs, indicating strong general-purpose performance.

In Rust, the CPU's role is critical for game logic, physics, and AI calculations. The Ryzen 5 7400F's strong single-thread performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072, is particularly important for this game. The data shows that at 1080p, the system achieves very high frame rates on Low settings (152 FPS), which suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at this resolution. The 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to handle the game's multi-threaded workload.

The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, has an average score of 32707, which is 0.1% lower. This indicates that the Ryzen 5 7400F is performance-competitive with other mid-range CPUs. However, as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU's potential is not fully utilized. The benchmark results indicate that this CPU provides ample processing power to support the GPU at 1080p and 1440p, but it cannot compensate for the GPU's limitations at 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to play Rust?

A: Based on the measured FPS, the best experience is at 1920x1080, where the system achieves an average of 102 FPS on Medium settings and 86 FPS on High. At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops to 70 on Medium, which is still playable but less smooth.

Q: Can this system handle Rust at 4K?

A: While it can run at 4K, the performance is limited. On the Low preset, the average FPS is 62, but on Medium it drops to 41, and on Ultra it falls to 27. For a consistently smooth experience, 4K is not recommended.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, scores 32707, a 0.1% difference. It also performs comparably to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, which is 0.2% faster.

Q: How does the GPU performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 20282. The Intel Arc B570 is a close rival with a score of 20556, which is 1.3% higher. It is also within 1.5% of the Intel Arc A750.

Q: What is the performance drop from 1080p to 4K on High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 on High, the average FPS is 86. At 3840x2160 on High, the average FPS is 35. This represents a drop of 51 FPS, or roughly a 59% reduction in frame rate.

Q: Is the system more limited by the CPU or GPU in Rust?

A: The data suggests the system is primarily GPU-limited. At 1080p, the CPU can push frame rates to 152 FPS on Low, but as resolution increases to 4K, the frame rates drop significantly across all settings, indicating the GPU's rendering power is the main constraint.