Rust

Rust’s measured performance with the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER shows a combination that scales predictably with resolution, ultimately hitting a CPU-driven ceiling at lower resolutions while remaining firmly GPU-bound at 4K. The dataset provides average FPS across three resolutions and four quality presets, offering a clear view of where this pairing excels and where it leaves performance on the table.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial but not uniform across settings, revealing how the workload shifts between components. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 151.4 FPS at 1920x1080 to 101.4 FPS at 2560x1440, then to 61.9 FPS at 3840x2160. That represents a 33% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 39% drop moving to 4K. The scaling is steeper at lower presets: Low settings produce 215.2 FPS at 1080p, 182.3 FPS at 1440p, and 105.6 FPS at 4K — a 51% loss from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the GPU becomes the limiting factor sooner when the CPU has less work to do.

At Ultra settings, the trend inverts slightly. The 1080p result is 113.1 FPS, dropping to 80 FPS at 1440p and 47.6 FPS at 4K. The relative decline from 1080p to 4K is 58%, the largest of any preset. This suggests that at Ultra, the combination of higher resolution and heavier graphical effects saturates the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER’s capabilities more aggressively. Conversely, the Medium preset shows a gentler curve: 178.6 FPS at 1080p, 124.9 FPS at 1440p, and 72.7 FPS at 4K, with the 4K figure representing a 59% drop from 1080p.

The data indicates that at 1080p, even at Ultra, the i5-14400F is likely holding the GPU back. The gap between Low (215.2 FPS) and Ultra (113.1 FPS) at 1080p is 102 FPS, which is a larger spread than at 1440p (182.3 vs 80, a 102.3 FPS gap) but similar in magnitude. However, the 4K results show compression: Low (105.6 FPS) versus Ultra (47.6 FPS) is a 58 FPS spread, meaning the GPU is the dominant constraint at that resolution. The takeaway is that the combo delivers playable frame rates across all tested configurations, but the CPU’s influence fades as pixel count rises.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of 1717 tested combos, this pairing ranks 187th for Rust. That places it in the top 11% of all combinations, a strong showing for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU. The rank reflects the measured FPS data, which shows the combo achieving over 60 FPS at 4K Ultra and over 100 FPS at 1440p High. The percentile positioning suggests that most competing builds either use faster CPUs to push higher frame rates at lower resolutions or employ more powerful GPUs for 4K Ultra scenarios.

The CPU’s benchmark percentile sits at 88, meaning it outperforms 88% of all processors in general benchmarks. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-12800H, has an average score of 32513 against the i5-14400F’s 32508, a negligible 0% delta. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 trails by 0.2%, while the AMD Ryzen 7 250 leads by 0.2%. This clustering shows the i5-14400F is performance-neutral relative to its direct competitors, neither gaining nor losing ground in general compute tasks.

For the GPU, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER holds an 86th percentile rank among all graphics cards. Its average benchmark score of 48704 sits close to the NVIDIA CMP 50HX (49071, -0.7% delta) and ahead of the RTX A2000 (47915, +1.6%) and RTX A1000 Mobile (47743, +2%). The GPU’s position in the broader GPU landscape is solid, but the combo rank of 187 suggests that Rust’s specific workload does not fully leverage the hardware’s potential, likely due to the game’s engine being more sensitive to CPU single-thread performance at lower resolutions.

GPU Role

The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER’s 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provides 672.3 GB/s of bandwidth, which is ample for Rust’s textures and draw distances at 4K. The GPU’s base clock is 2340 MHz with a boost of 2610 MHz, and the memory runs at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). These clocks contribute to the measured FPS, particularly at higher resolutions where the GPU’s compute throughput matters more.

At 4K Ultra, the combo produces 47.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold many consider smooth. The 4K High result of 61.9 FPS is just above that line, indicating that the GPU is the bottleneck. The 4K Low result of 105.6 FPS shows the GPU can handle the resolution when graphical load is reduced, but the CPU still manages to feed it adequately. The GPU’s 44.10 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 66 RT cores are not directly tested in Rust’s rasterized workload, but the raw compute helps maintain playable frame rates even at 4K.

The 16 GB VRAM is a notable asset; Rust’s large maps and player-built structures can consume significant memory, but the measured data does not show a VRAM capacity issue. The GPU’s 86th percentile rank among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48704, places it well above the median, and the combo rank of 187 out of 1717 confirms that the GPU is pulling its weight. The fact that the GPU is end-of-life per the production status does not diminish its current performance in this game.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1440p High delivers 101.4 FPS, which is above 100 FPS and provides a good balance. At 4K High, the average drops to 61.9 FPS, which is still playable but closer to the edge.

Q: How much does the CPU limit performance at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo hits 215.2 FPS, while at 1080p Ultra it falls to 113.1 FPS. The large spread suggests the GPU is not the only factor; the i5-14400F’s single-thread performance likely caps frame rates in less demanding scenes.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER sufficient for 4K gaming in Rust?

A: At 4K Medium, the combo achieves 72.7 FPS, and at 4K High it reaches 61.9 FPS. These are acceptable for most players, but 4K Ultra drops to 47.6 FPS, which may require lowering settings for smoother play.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 187th out of 1717 combos, placing it in the top 11%. The CPU’s 88th percentile and GPU’s 86th percentile indicate both components are above average, with the combo rank reflecting Rust-specific performance.

Q: What is the impact of the Ultra preset on frame rates?

A: Moving from High to Ultra reduces FPS by 38 FPS at 1080p (151.4 to 113.1), by 21.4 FPS at 1440p (101.4 to 80), and by 14.3 FPS at 4K (61.9 to 47.6). The relative hit grows at lower resolutions.

Q: Does the 16 GB VRAM matter for Rust?

A: The measured data shows no VRAM-related performance drops, and 16 GB is more than sufficient for the tested settings. The GPU’s memory bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s supports smooth texture streaming.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows provide a clear hierarchy for optimizing the experience. At 1440p, the High preset delivers 101.4 FPS, which is above 100 FPS and offers a strong visual quality-to-performance ratio. The Medium preset at 1440p yields 124.9 FPS, a 23% improvement over High, but the visual difference may be worth the slight sacrifice for smoother motion. For players targeting 1440p, High is the recommended preset because it stays within the 100 FPS range while retaining better graphical fidelity.

At 4K, the choice is starker. The Ultra preset produces 47.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and may feel sluggish in fast-paced combat. The High preset at 61.9 FPS crosses that line, making it the minimum recommended setting for 4K. The Medium preset at 72.7 FPS offers a comfortable margin above 60 FPS and is the best choice for 4K if visual quality can be compromised slightly. The Low preset at 105.6 FPS is playable but sacrifices too much detail for a game like Rust, where visibility of distant structures matters.

At 1080p, the Ultra preset at 113.1 FPS is smooth, but the High preset at 151.4 FPS is the sweet spot for high-refresh monitors. The Medium preset at 178.6 FPS and Low at 215.2 FPS exceed typical 144Hz refresh rates, but the visual downgrade from High to Medium is noticeable. Given the data, the recommended preset is High across all resolutions: it provides 151.4 FPS at 1080p, 101.4 FPS at 1440p, and 61.9 FPS at 4K. This preset balances frame rate and image quality better than any other, with the 4K figure just clearing the 60 FPS bar and the 1440p result staying above 100 FPS.