Thief

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 680th out of 1,642 tested combos in Thief, placing it in the top 41.4% of all configurations. This is a strong result for a pairing that mixes a mid-range Zen 2 processor with a flagship Ada Lovelace GPU, and the ranking reflects that the system is capable of delivering high frame rates at every resolution tested. The data indicates a balanced-enough partnership for this 2014 stealth title, though the GPU is clearly the dominant component driving the experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s 680th place out of 1,642 combos is a solid mid-tier result, but it is not a top-tier finish. The ranking suggests that while the RTX 4080 SUPER provides immense graphics horsepower, the Ryzen 5 4600G’s older architecture prevents this pairing from reaching the very top of the leaderboard. The CPU sits in the 75th percentile among all processors, which is respectable, but the GPU is in the 88th percentile, highlighting a notable gap in relative performance. This gap explains why the combo does not crack the top 500; the processor is holding back the system’s ultimate potential. In practical terms, the data shows a setup that excels at high-refresh 1080p and 1440p gaming, with enough headroom to handle 4K, but it is not the absolute fastest configuration available for Thief.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the star of this show, equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock of 2550 MHz and base clock of 2295 MHz provide the raw compute needed to push high frame rates, backed by 10,240 shading units. In Thief, a game that is not particularly demanding by modern standards, this GPU architecture shows its strength. The measured results confirm that the GPU is the primary driver of performance, especially at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the combo still manages 74.1 FPS, which confirms the card’s headroom. The GPU’s 88th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 53,610, places it just 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT and 2.9% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. This indicates the 4080 SUPER is a top-tier graphics solution that easily handles the game’s engine.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G provides 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. Based on the Zen 2 architecture (Renoir) on a 7 nm process, it has 8 MB of shared L3 cache and supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. In Thief, the CPU’s role is less critical than the GPU, but it still matters for maintaining consistent frame pacing. The CPU’s benchmark scores are modest: a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13,593 and a single-core score of 1,919, with a Geekbench single-core score of 1,575. These numbers put it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs, but its nearest rivals — like the Intel Core i3-14100T (avg score 17,636, -0.8% delta) and the Intel Core i3-13100F (avg score 17,665, -1% delta) — show that the 4600G is competitive but not exceptional. For a game like Thief, the CPU is sufficient to keep up with the GPU at 1080p, but at lower resolutions where the GPU is less taxed, the CPU may become a limiter, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling patterns.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data shows a clear hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 128.2 FPS on Low, 119.2 FPS on Medium, 106.3 FPS on High, and 102.4 FPS on Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, the numbers drop to 115.5 FPS on Low, 104.3 FPS on Medium, 96.1 FPS on High, and 90.8 FPS on Ultra. At 3840x2160, the performance falls further: 94.8 FPS on Low, 89.1 FPS on Medium, 74 FPS on High, and 74.1 FPS on Ultra. The most striking observation is the relatively small gap between High and Ultra at 4K (74 FPS vs 74.1 FPS), which suggests the game is hitting a performance ceiling. Conversely, the jump from Low to Medium at 1080p is only 9 FPS (128.2 to 119.2), indicating the GPU is rarely the bottleneck at that resolution. The data shows that 1080p Low is the only setting that exceeds 120 FPS, while 4K Ultra still maintains a playable 74.1 FPS, making this a versatile configuration for different display capabilities.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate decline from 1080p to 4K reveals the limiting component. At 1080p, the average FPS across all settings is roughly 114, while at 4K it drops to about 83, a 27% reduction. This scaling is not linear, and the pattern indicates that the GPU becomes increasingly dominant as resolution rises. For example, at 1080p Ultra, the combo hits 102.4 FPS, but at 4K Ultra it only drops to 74.1 FPS — a 28% reduction. This is a smaller drop than the 34% reduction seen when moving from 1080p Low (128.2 FPS) to 4K Low (94.8 FPS). The fact that the Low preset shows a larger percentage drop suggests that at lower settings, the CPU’s limitations become more apparent, since the GPU has less work to do. At higher settings, the GPU is fully utilized, and the CPU has enough headroom to keep up. The data points to the GPU as the primary scaling factor, but the CPU is a secondary constraint at lower resolutions and settings.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 2560x1440 as the sweet spot, with an average of 96.1 FPS on High and 90.8 FPS on Ultra, offering a strong balance between visual fidelity and frame rate.

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

A: At 3840x2160 Ultra, the combo averages 74.1 FPS, which is fully playable and indicates the GPU has enough power for a 4K experience.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: Yes, the evidence suggests so. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 128.2 FPS, but the drop to 4K Low is only 26% (to 94.8 FPS), showing the CPU limits performance when the GPU is less stressed.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to its nearest rival?

A: The GPU is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT and 2.9% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti in average benchmark score, making it a top-tier performer.

Q: What is the ranking of this combo among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 680th out of 1,642 combos, placing it in the top 41.4% of all tested systems for Thief.

Q: Does the CPU’s integrated graphics affect performance?

A: No, the Radeon Vega 7 integrated graphics are not used in this configuration, as the discrete RTX 4080 SUPER handles all rendering tasks.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, the data suggests using the High preset at 2560x1440, where the combo delivers 96.1 FPS. This provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium (104.3 FPS) while maintaining a frame rate well above 60 FPS. At 1080p, High is also a strong choice at 106.3 FPS, but Ultra drops to 102.4 FPS, which is a minor gain in fidelity for a noticeable loss in performance. For 4K, the choice is between High (74 FPS) and Ultra (74.1 FPS); since the difference is negligible, High is the smarter pick as it likely offers similar visuals with more headroom. The Low preset is only recommended for competitive play at 1080p, where 128.2 FPS is achievable, but it sacrifices too much visual quality for the average player. Overall, High at 1440p is the optimal balance, while 4K High is viable for those prioritizing resolution over frame rate.