The Medium

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER pairing delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in The Medium, but the data shows a sharp performance cliff at 4K Ultra settings. The processor's 8-core, 16-thread configuration provides ample headroom for the game's horror-focused workloads, while the GPU's 16 GB VRAM buffer becomes a critical asset at higher resolutions, though the most demanding preset still overwhelms the combination.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is a Zen 3 architecture processor built on a 7 nm TSMC process, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 4.80 GHz are paired with a 32 MB shared L3 cache. In broader synthetic testing, the chip scores 23,794 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3,359 in single-core, placing it in the 81st percentile among all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 29,879 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (29,868, delta 0%) and slightly lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (29,955, delta -0.3%), indicating that its compute potential is well within the expected range for modern mid-high range desktop parts.

For The Medium, a game that relies on fixed camera angles and progressive rendering, the CPU's role is less about raw multi-threaded throughput and more about maintaining consistent frame pacing. The 5800XT's 8-core/16-thread layout is more than sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p and 1440p, as evidenced by the measured FPS scaling. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo reaches 148 FPS average, and at Medium it hits 110 FPS, suggesting the CPU is not a bottleneck at these settings. However, at 3840x2160 Ultra, the average FPS drops to 42, which indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor, not the processor.

The CPU's single-thread performance, measured at 959 in 3DMark single-thread and 3,359 in Cinebench R23 single-core, is competitive with its nearest rivals. The deltaPct values against the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H and 8845HS are 0% and -0.3% respectively, confirming that any slight performance difference is negligible in gaming scenarios. The processor's 105 W TDP and AM4 socket compatibility make it a straightforward upgrade path, but the benchmark data suggests that in this specific game, the CPU's 16 threads are rarely stressed to their limit, as even the most demanding 4K Ultra preset only shows a 29% drop from the 1440p Ultra score (53 FPS down to 42 FPS), which is more attributable to GPU load.

The data shows that the 5800XT's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s (dual-channel DDR4) is adequate for this game's streaming requirements. The L3 cache of 32 MB helps reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for the game's asset loading. In practical terms, the CPU's performance is consistent with its 81st percentile ranking, and it does not appear to hinder the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER at any tested resolution.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is an Ada Lovelace architecture GPU with a base clock of 2340 MHz and a boost clock of 2610 MHz. It features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s. The GPU's 8,448 shading units and 66 RT cores are relevant to The Medium, which uses heavy volumetric effects and asynchronous rendering. In synthetic benchmarks, the GPU scores 31,811 in Passmark G3D and 55,69 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it in the 76th percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 31,087 is slightly below the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 (31,206, delta -0.4%) and the NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q (31,220, delta -0.4%), indicating that while it is a powerful card, its raw compute scores are marginally lower than those workstation-oriented rivals.

In The Medium, the GPU's 16 GB VRAM is a decisive factor. The game's dual-reality mechanic, where two worlds are rendered simultaneously, can consume significant video memory. The measured FPS at 3840x2160 Medium is 73 FPS (min 62, max 84), which is playable, but at High it drops to 52 FPS and at Ultra to 42 FPS. The VRAM capacity allows the card to handle these resolutions without stuttering from memory overflow, but the GPU's compute throughput becomes the limiting factor at higher settings. The 672.3 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient to feed the 8,448 shading units, as seen in the 1440p results where the card maintains 67 FPS at High and 93 FPS at Medium.

The GPU's boost clock of 2610 MHz is relatively high, and the data suggests that it scales well with resolution. The transition from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at High settings shows a 15% performance drop (79 to 67 FPS), which is expected. However, the drop from 1440p High to 4K High is more pronounced (67 to 52 FPS, a 22% decrease), highlighting the memory bandwidth and compute limitations at 4K. The nearest rival data shows the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is within 1.9% of the NVIDIA TITAN RTX (31,676 avg score), but in this game, the newer architecture's features like DLSS (though not explicitly measured in this data) could provide additional headroom that the synthetic scores do not capture.

The GPU's 285 W TDP and 16-pin power connector are standard for this class, and the data confirms that the card is well-matched to the CPU for 1440p gaming. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 148 FPS, indicating that the GPU is not the bottleneck at lower settings, but at 4K Ultra, the card is clearly saturated, delivering only 42 FPS average.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER ranks 495th out of 3,724 tested combos in The Medium, placing it in the top 13.3% of all configurations. This rank is respectable, but it does not place the combo in the top 10% , suggesting that there are many combinations with either faster CPUs or GPUs that yield better performance in this specific title. The rank of 495 out of 3,724 indicates that the pairing is above average, but not elite.

The data shows that the combo's performance is heavily influenced by the GPU, as the CPU's 81st percentile ranking is lower than the GPU's 76th percentile ranking. This means that while the CPU is a solid mid-range performer, the GPU is also not at the very top of its class, and in a game like The Medium, which is GPU-intensive, the combo's rank is pulled down by the GPU's relative position. For context, the GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA TITAN RTX, which has a higher average score (31,676) and a deltaPct of -1.9% compared to the 4070 Ti SUPER, implying that a combo with a TITAN RTX might rank slightly higher in this game.

The combo's rank of 495 is based on measured FPS data across all resolutions and settings. The highest measured FPS is 148 at 1080p Low, and the lowest is 42 at 4K Ultra. The average FPS across all tested configurations (not provided, but derivable from the individual points) would be around 85 FPS, which is a strong overall showing. However, the rank suggests that many other combos achieve higher frame rates at 1440p or 4K, likely due to more powerful GPUs like the RTX 4090 or faster CPUs with higher single-thread performance.

The rank also indicates that this combo is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, as the 1440p Medium score of 93 FPS is above the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. In contrast, the 4K Ultra score of 42 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold, which is why the combo does not rank higher. The data implies that to move up in the rankings, a user would need a GPU with higher compute throughput or a CPU with higher single-core performance, but the current pairing is a capable mid-high range option.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance scaling across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 148 FPS on Low, 110 FPS on Medium (min 94, max 127), 79 FPS on High, and 63 FPS on Ultra. The jump from Low to Medium is a 26% decrease, while from Medium to High is a 28% decrease, and from High to Ultra is a 20% decrease. This indicates that the GPU's shading units and memory bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p, and the CPU keeps up easily.

At 2560x1440, the scores drop to 140 FPS on Low, 93 FPS on Medium (min 79, max 107), 67 FPS on High, and 53 FPS on Ultra. The performance hit from 1080p is 5% on Low, 15% on Medium, 15% on High, and 16% on Ultra. This scaling is consistent, showing that the GPU is the primary driver of performance at this resolution. The 1440p Ultra score of 53 FPS is just below the 60 FPS threshold, but the Medium preset at 93 FPS is excellent for competitive play.

At 3840x2160, the combo achieves 117 FPS on Low, 73 FPS on Medium (min 62, max 84), 52 FPS on High, and 42 FPS on Ultra. The drop from 1440p is significant: 16% on Low (140 to 117), 21% on Medium (93 to 73), 22% on High (67 to 52), and 21% on Ultra (53 to 42). The 4K Medium score of 73 FPS is playable, but the High and Ultra presets fall below 60 FPS, making them less desirable for a smooth experience. The minimum FPS of 62 at 4K Medium and 79 at 1440p Medium indicate that the combo can maintain a stable frame rate, but the lack of min FPS data for other settings suggests potential variability.

The data shows that the sweet spot for this combo is 1440p Medium, which provides 93 FPS average with a minimum of 79 FPS, ensuring a consistent experience. At 1080p, the Medium preset at 110 FPS (min 94) is also excellent, but the higher resolution of 1440p offers a better visual experience without sacrificing too much performance. The 4K resolution is only viable on Low settings (117 FPS) or Medium (73 FPS), but the visual quality trade-off may not be worth it for most users.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution and preset for this combo in The Medium?*

A: Based on the measured FPS, the optimal experience is at 2560x1440 with Medium settings, which delivers 93 FPS average with a minimum of 79 FPS. This provides a high frame rate while maintaining visual quality. At 1920x1080, Medium also works well at 110 FPS, but 1440p offers a better balance of fidelity and performance.

*Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in The Medium?*

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. At 3840x2160, the combo achieves 117 FPS on Low and 73 FPS on Medium (min 62). However, High drops to 52 FPS and Ultra to 42 FPS, which are below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience, 4K Low or Medium is required.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in terms of benchmark scores?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has an average benchmark score of 29,879, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (29,868, delta 0%) and slightly lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (29,955, delta -0.3%). It is also 0.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X (29,713). This indicates that the CPU's performance is well within the expected range for its class.

Q: What is the GPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has an average benchmark score of 31,087, which is 0.4% lower than the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 (31,206) and the NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q (31,220). It is 1.4% lower than the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell (31,532) and 1.9% lower than the NVIDIA TITAN RTX (31,676). These small deltas suggest that the GPU is competitive with these models.

Q: Are the minimum FPS values consistent across settings?

A: The data only provides minimum FPS for Medium settings: 94 FPS at 1080p, 79 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 4K. These values are relatively close to the average FPS, indicating good frame pacing. For other settings, minimum FPS is not listed, so it is unclear if there are any stutter issues.

Q: Is the combo's rank of 495 out of 3,724 good?

A: The rank of 495 places the combo in the top 13.3% of all tested combinations, which is above average. However, it is not in the top 10%, meaning that many other configurations deliver higher frame rates, particularly at 4K Ultra where the combo struggles to maintain 60 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the most balanced experience is achieved with Medium settings at 2560x1440, which yields 93 FPS average with a minimum of 79 FPS. This preset offers a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining a high frame rate that is well above the 60 FPS threshold. For users with 1080p monitors, Medium at 1920x1080 is also recommended, delivering 110 FPS average with a 94 FPS minimum, ensuring a smooth and responsive experience.

If a user prioritizes visual fidelity over frame rate, High settings at 1440p (67 FPS) or 1080p (79 FPS) are viable, but the drop to below 70 FPS may be noticeable in fast-paced scenes. Ultra settings are only recommended for 1080p (63 FPS) as the 1440p and 4K Ultra presets (53 and 42 FPS respectively) fall below the playability threshold for most users. For 4K displays, the data suggests that Low (117 FPS) or Medium (73 FPS) are the only settings that provide a consistently playable experience, with the Medium preset offering a better balance of quality and performance.

The minimum FPS values for Medium settings (94 FPS at 1080p, 79 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 4K) indicate that this preset provides stable frame delivery, which is crucial for a horror game where sudden scene changes can occur. The lack of minimum FPS data for other presets means that users may experience frame drops on High or Ultra, making Medium the safest choice for a consistent experience. Overall, the data clearly points to Medium settings as the best compromise between visual quality and performance across all three resolutions tested.