Thief

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a performance profile in Thief that is heavily dictated by resolution and graphics settings. The measured data shows a clear hierarchy where frame rates scale predictably with workload, and the analysis below details how each component contributes to the overall experience.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 reveals a substantial performance cost, indicating that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. At the Low preset, the average frame rate drops from 156 FPS at 1080p to 126 FPS at 1440p, a decrease of 30 FPS, and then further to 74 FPS at 4K. This represents a 52.6% reduction in average FPS from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, demonstrating how pixel count directly saturates the graphics pipeline.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings. For the Medium preset, average FPS falls from 140 at 1080p to 96 at 1440p, then to 56 at 4K. The High preset shows a similar trajectory: 107 FPS at 1080p, 73 at 1440p, and 43 at 4K. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, sees averages of 101 FPS at 1080p, 70 at 1440p, and just 41 at 4K. The gap between 1440p and 4K is consistently larger than the gap between 1080p and 1440p, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario where the 4K pixel count (8.3 million) is more than double that of 1440p (3.7 million).

The data suggests that the RTX 4060 has sufficient headroom at 1080p to maintain high frame rates, but the 4K results fall below the 60 FPS threshold for all presets except Low. At 4K Ultra, the average of 41 FPS is close to the minimum of the Medium preset at 4K, which is 48 FPS, indicating that the GPU is approaching its bandwidth or shading limits. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 33 FPS (74 vs 41), while at 1080p the difference is 55 FPS (156 vs 101), which shows that the relative impact of settings diminishes as resolution increases because the GPU is already saturated.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its benchmark scores indicate a solid mid-range performer: the Cinebench R23 multicore score is 10551, and the single-core score is 1409. The Geekbench results are similarly consistent, with a multicore score of 8428 and a single-core score of 1801.

In Thief, the CPU’s role appears to be secondary to the GPU, especially at lower resolutions where the frame rates are high. At 1080p Low, the average of 156 FPS suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with enough draw calls to avoid becoming a bottleneck. However, the processor’s 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support (51.2 GB/s bandwidth) are adequate for a 2014 title like Thief, which does not heavily utilize multi-threading compared to modern games.

The CPU’s percentile rank against all tested CPUs is 74, meaning it outperforms 74% of the database’s processors. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i3-1220P, has an average benchmark score of 21066, which is only 0.1% lower than the 5600G’s average of 21088. This places the 5600G in a competitive position, but the data does not show any specific CPU-related frame rate limits in the measured FPS. The fact that the 4K Ultra preset still achieves 41 FPS, which is a playable minimum for a stealth game, suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor even at the highest settings.

The processor’s 65 W TDP and 7 nm process node from TSMC indicate an efficient design, but these thermal characteristics do not directly translate to game performance. The Passmark multithread score of 19717 and single-thread score of 3177 provide context for its general compute capability, but the game’s results show a smooth scaling with resolution, which is more characteristic of a GPU-bound workload. The 5600G’s integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics are not used in this configuration, as the discrete RTX 4060 handles rendering.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications directly explain the measured frame rates. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock is 2460 MHz, and it has 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units. The FP32 performance is 15.11 TFLOPS, which is substantial for a mainstream card.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for Thief at all tested settings, as the game’s maximum VRAM usage is not listed in the data, but the fact that the Ultra preset runs at 4K without any min FPS below 41 suggests no memory-related stuttering is occurring. The GPU’s percentile rank against all GPUs is 61, and its average benchmark score of 17639 places it near the AMD Radeon HD 7790, which scores 17666 (0.2% higher). This comparison highlights that the RTX 4060 is a mid-tier performer in the database, but its modern architecture (Ada Lovelace, 5 nm) provides features like DirectX 12 Ultimate support that older cards lack.

The GPU’s memory clock is 2125 MHz (17 Gbps effective), and its pixel rate is 118.1 GPixel/s, which is relevant for 4K rendering. The measured results show that the RTX 4060 can handle 4K Low at 74 FPS, but drops to 41 FPS at 4K Ultra. This 33 FPS difference is directly attributable to the increased shading and texture work at Ultra settings. The GPU’s 236.2 GTexel/s texture rate is likely the bottleneck at Ultra settings, where higher-resolution textures are loaded.

The RTX 4060’s TDP is 115 W, and it is a dual-slot card with a 12-pin power connector. Its performance in Thief is consistent with its Passmark G3D score of 19545, which indicates strong DirectX 11 performance (the game’s era). The absence of min FPS data for most presets, except Medium, suggests that the GPU maintains a stable frame delivery, with the 4K Medium preset showing a min of 48 FPS and a max of 65 FPS, which is a 17 FPS variance.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 1968 out of 3720 tested combos in Thief, placing it in the 47th percentile of all combinations. This rank indicates that while the hardware is capable of playing the game, many other pairings achieve higher frame rates, particularly those with more powerful CPUs or GPUs.

The combo’s ranking is influenced by the CPU’s performance tier. The Ryzen 5 5600G is a 5000-series processor, but its integrated graphics and lower cache (16 MB L3) compared to other Ryzen 5000 parts may slightly hold back the discrete GPU in CPU-bound scenarios. However, the data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of frame rates, as evidenced by the resolution scaling. The combo’s rank of 1968 out of 3720 suggests that it outperforms roughly half of the tested configurations, which is reasonable for a mid-range CPU and GPU pairing.

Compared to the CPU’s nearest rivals, the Intel Core i3-1220P has an average benchmark score 0.1% lower, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U is 0.2% higher. These small deltas mean that a different CPU choice would not significantly alter the game’s performance, reinforcing the GPU’s dominance. Similarly, the GPU’s nearest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, is only 0.2% higher in average score, indicating that the RTX 4060’s performance is well-positioned within its class.

The combo’s rank is not a reflection of failure; rather, it shows that this hardware is balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K being a stretch at higher settings. The 74th percentile CPU and 61st percentile GPU rankings suggest that the combo is above average overall, but the game’s specific engine (2014 era) may not fully utilize the modern architecture’s features, limiting the GPU’s potential.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver playable frame rates, with the Low preset averaging 156 FPS and the Ultra preset averaging 101 FPS. For a smooth 60+ FPS experience at 1080p, the High preset (107 FPS) or Ultra (101 FPS) are both viable, with the Medium preset (140 FPS) offering headroom for future-proofing or higher refresh rate displays.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset (126 FPS) and Medium preset (96 FPS) are excellent choices, while the High preset (73 FPS) is still above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 70 FPS, which is playable but leaves little margin for drops. For a consistent 60 FPS at 1440p, the Medium preset with its min FPS of 82 provides a comfortable buffer, making it the recommended choice.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically. Only the Low preset (74 FPS) exceeds 60 FPS, while the Medium preset (56 FPS) is playable but close to the threshold. The High preset (43 FPS) and Ultra preset (41 FPS) fall below 60 FPS, which may be acceptable for a single-player stealth game but is not ideal. For 4K, the Low or Medium presets are recommended, with Medium offering a better visual experience at 56 FPS average and a min of 48 FPS.

The data indicates that the Medium preset is the sweet spot for this combo, as it provides a balanced experience across all resolutions: 140 FPS at 1080p, 96 FPS at 1440p, and 56 FPS at 4K. The Medium preset also has recorded min and max FPS values (119-161 at 1080p, 82-110 at 1440p, 48-65 at 4K), showing consistent frame pacing. The Ultra preset offers marginal visual gains over High (101 vs 107 FPS at 1080p) but costs more performance, so it is only recommended for 1080p users with high refresh rate monitors.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The average FPS is 107 at 1920x1080 with High settings.

Q: Can this combo run the game at 4K Ultra?

A: Yes, but the average FPS is 41 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How much faster is Low compared to Ultra at 1440p?

A: The Low preset averages 126 FPS, while Ultra averages 70 FPS, making Low 56 FPS faster.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for Medium settings?

A: At 1080p Medium, the min FPS is 119; at 1440p Medium, it is 82; and at 4K Medium, it is 48.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G has an average benchmark score of 21088, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i3-1220P's 21066.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile rank?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 has a percentile rank of 61 against all tested GPUs.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average FPS for each resolution and settings combination, along with min and max FPS where available.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|-------------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 43 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 74 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 56 | 48 | 65 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 41 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | High | 73 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 126 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 96 | 82 | 110 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 70 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | High | 107 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 156 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 140 | 119 | 161 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 101 | — | — |

The data shows a clear progression: at 1080p, all presets are playable with averages above 100 FPS. At 1440p, the Low and Medium presets remain above 90 FPS, while High and Ultra stay above 70 FPS. At 4K, only the Low preset exceeds 60 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to 41 FPS. The min FPS values for Medium settings are consistently about 85-92% of the average, indicating stable performance without severe dips. The max FPS values show that the hardware can burst higher, but the average is the more reliable metric for sustained gameplay.