Thief

AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti deliver an exceptional experience in Thief, combining a high-core-count Zen 4 processor with a powerful Ada Lovelace GPU to produce high frame rates at every resolution tested. The data shows this pairing is remarkably consistent, with the GPU acting as the primary driver of performance, while the CPU provides ample headroom. This analysis breaks down the measured results, contextualizes the hardware against similar components, and provides clear settings guidance based" "on the benchmark data.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Zen 4 architecture and codenamed Raphael. It operates on a 5 nm process from TSMC, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz" "Its 65W TDP is modest for a desktop part, and it uses the AMD Socket AM5 platform, supporting dual-channel DDR5 memory. The CPU's cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a 32 MB shared L3 cache. It also supports PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes, which provides a modern, high-bandwidth interface for the GPU and other components."

In Thief, the CPU's role is to maintain a consistent frame delivery, and the benchmark results show it does so effectively. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the CPU has the most influence on performance, as the GPU is less likely to be the limiting factor. The average frame rates at 1080p range from 188 FPS on Low to 151 FPS on Ultra, indicating that the Ryzen 5 7500F can keep up with the GPU's output, even when the graphical settings are lightened. In contrast, at 4K (3840x2160), the average frame rates drop significantly, with the Ultra setting at 66.9 FPS and Low at 120.1 FPS. This demonstrates that at higher resolutions, the bottleneck shifts towards the GPU, while the CPU's 6-core, 12-thread configuration still provides a solid foundation.

The Ryzen 5 7500F's benchmark scores provide a broader context for its performance. In Cinebench R23, it scores 22799 multi-core points and 3218 single-core points, indicating strong multi-threaded capability for a modern game. Its single-thread performance, as measured by Cinebench R15 at 324 points, is also competitive. However, in Thief, the game's engine appears to be more sensitive to GPU performance than CPU threading, as the frame rates scale more with resolution and settings than with CPU load. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6376 and the max threads score of 6379 highlight that the CPU performs similarly regardless of thread count above 8 threads, suggesting that the game's workload is not heavily multi-threaded beyond that point.

The Ryzen 5 7500F's multi-core performance is within a tight margin of its nearest rivals. It sits just 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-11850H and Intel Core i7-13620H, and 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core 5 210H. It is 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F. These deltas are negligible, meaning the CPU's performance is nearly identical to these alternatives in synthetic benchmarks. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking among all CPUs further confirms that it is a mid-to-upper-tier processor, but in Thief, it is not the primary determinant of frame rate.

GPU

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is a high-end graphics card that is the main driver of performance in this benchmark. It features the AD104 chip on the Ada Lovelace architecture, manufactured by TSMC on a 5nm process. The GPU has 7680 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units, and is equipped with 60 ray tracing cores and 240 tensor cores. It comes with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s" and a base and boost clock of 2310 MHz and 2610 MHz respectively. The GPU's compute power is substantial, with a pixel rate of 208.8 GPixel/s, a texture rate of 626.4 GTexel/s, and a FP32 throughput of 40.09 TFLOPS.

In Thief, the RTX 4070 Ti proves to be a powerful performer, especially at lower resolutions. The benchmark data shows that at 1080p, the GPU can achieve high average frame rates: 188.9 at Low, 170.2 at Medium, 154.6 at High, and 151.9 at Ultra. These numbers indicate that the GPU is not the limiting factor at 1080p; the CPU is likely to be the bottleneck, as the frame rates do not increase dramatically when moving from Ultra to Low. At 1440p, the GPU's role becomes more apparent, with average frame rates ranging from 166.5 at Low to 113.2 at Ultra. The 4K results show a more significant drop, with the GPU struggling to maintain high frame rates at the highest settings, averaging 70.9 FPS at High, 91.9 FPS at Medium, 120.1 FPS at Low, and 66.5 FPS at Ultra.

The RTX 4070 Ti's 12 GB of VRAM is a crucial factor for Thief's high-resolution performance. At 4K Ultra, the game's texture memory usage is likely high, but the 12 GB capacity is sufficient, as the average frame rate of 66.5 FPS indicates no VRAM-related stutters, but it is still playable. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s also helps in maintaining smooth performance at high resolutions, as it allows for fast data transfer between the GPU and its VRAM. The GPU's overall benchmark scores are high, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5024 and a Passmark G3D score of 31624, placing it in the 84th percentile of all GPUs.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the RTX 4070 Ti is in a narrow performance band. It is 0.8% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile, 1.3% slower than the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT, 1.6% faster than the NVIDIA RTX A6000, and 1.7% faster than the Intel Arc A730M. These differences are minor, and in practical terms, the RTX 4070 Ti is on par with these GPUs. However, the RTX 4070 Ti's performance in Thief is still strong, and it is the primary cause of the high frame rates seen in the benchmark.

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F compare to its nearest rival in CPU benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500F has an average benchmark score of 24964, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i7-11850H's 24935, and 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i7-13620H's 24911. It is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F's 25005, and 0.4% higher than the Intel Core 5 210H's 24872.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti a strong GPU for 4K gaming in Thief?

A: Yes, the RTX 4070 Ti is capable of 4K gaming in Thief, but it is not a 4K Ultra powerhouse. At 4K Ultra, it averages 66.9 FPS, which is playable, while at 4K High it averages 70.9 FPS. The GPU can handle 4K, but the frame rates are lower than at lower resolutions, and the performance drops as settings increase.

Q: What is the best resolution for the Ryzen 5 7500F and RTX 4070 Ti in Thief?

A: The best resolution for this combo in Thief is 2560x1440 with High settings, as it offers a balance between visual quality and performance. At this resolution and settings, the average frame rate is 118.9 FPS, which provides a smooth experience. The GPU can also handle 1080p very well, but the 1440p gives a sharper image without sacrificing a high frame rate.

Q: How does the CPU's performance at higher resolutions impact the game?

A: The CPU's impact diminishes as resolution increases. At 1080p, the CPU is more likely to be a limiting factor, but the frame rates are still high (188.9 FPS on Low). At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, as the frame rate drops to 120.1 FPS on Low and 66.9 FPS on Ultra, showing that the GPU's workload increases significantly at higher resolutions.

Q: What is the difference in performance between the Ryzen 5 7500F and the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500F has an average benchmark score of 24964, which is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F's 25005. This is a negligible difference, so the two CPUs are essentially equal in performance. In Thief, this small difference is unlikely to be noticeable, as the GPU is the main determinant of frame rates.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti's 12 GB VRAM enough for Thief at 4K?

A: Yes, the 12 GB of GDDR6X VRAM is sufficient for Thief at 4K. The peak memory usage is not excessive, and the GPU is able to maintain an average frame rate of 70.9 FPS at 4K High. The VRAM is not a limiting factor in this game, as the GPU's performance is more dependent on its compute capabilities.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is ranked 428th out of 3720 tested combos in Thief, placing it in the top 11.5% of all configurations. This is a strong ranking, indicating that the CPU and GPU work well together to deliver a high overall performance. The rank is based on the measured frame rates across all resolutions and settings, and the system's ability to maintain high FPS across various scenarios is reflected in this position.

The ranking highlights the GPU's dominance in this game. The RTX 4070 Ti is a high-end GPU, and its performance is the primary reason for the high ranking. The CPU's performance is also good, but it is not the main contributor to the high rank. The CPU's percentile ranking of 77% against all CPUs shows that it is a solid processor, but the GPU's 84th percentile ranking against all GPUs is higher, and it drives the frame rates more.

The combo's performance in Thief is particularly strong at 1080p and 1440p. At 1080p, the average frame rate is 188.9 FPS on Low, 170.2 FPS on Medium, 154.6 FPS on High, and 151.0 FPS on Ultra. At 1440p, the average frame rates are 166.5 FPS on Low, 150.2 FPS on Medium, 118.9 FPS on High, and 113.2 FPS on Ultra. The 4K performance is also decent, but it is lower, with the average frame rates ranging from 120.1 FPS on Low to 66.9 FPS on Ultra. This shows that the combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver very high frame rates, but it can also handle 4K at lower settings.

The rank of 428 out of 3720 suggests that the combo is a high-performing configuration. The combination of a 6-core CPU and a 12 GB GPU is well balanced, and the high ranking reflects the RTX 4070 Ti's power. The CPU's clock speed and cache are also factors, but the GPU's performance is the most important in this game.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured performance, the best experience for the Ryzen 5 7500F and RTX 4070 Ti in Thief is to use the High preset at 1440p. This setting provides an average frame rate of 118.9 FPS, which is smooth and responsive. The High preset is a good balance between visual quality and performance, as it offers better visuals than Medium, but with only a slight drop in frame rate compared to Medium.

At 1080p, the Ultra preset is also an excellent choice, as it delivers an average frame rate of 151.0 FPS, which is still high. The Ultra preset offers the best visual quality, and the performance is sufficient for a smooth experience. However, if the player prefers even higher frame rates, the High preset at 1080p still provides an average of 154.6 FPS, which is slightly higher.

For 4K, the Medium setting is the recommended preset. It provides an average frame rate of 91.9 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS standard for a fluid experience. The High preset at 4K also works, with an average of 70.9 FPS, but the Medium preset gives a smoother experience. The Ultra preset at 4K is not recommended, as the average frame rate drops to 66.9 FPS, which may be acceptable for some players, but it is lower than the Medium preset. The Low preset at 4K is not ideal, as it sacrifices too much visual quality for a higher frame rate.

Overall, the "High" preset at 1440p is the sweet spot for this combination. It offers high visual quality and a high frame rate, and the performance is well above the 60 FPS threshold. The 4K and 1080p options are also viable, but 1440p High provides the best balance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti in Thief is as follows:

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: 188.9 FPS average
• Medium: 170.2 FPS average, with a minimum of 144.2 FPS and a maximum of 195.2 FPS
• High: 154.6 FPS average
• Ultra: 151.0 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: 166.5 FPS average
• Medium: 150.2 FPS average, with a minimum of 127.2 FPS and a maximum of 172.2 FPS
• High: 118.9 FPS average
• Ultra: 113.2 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: 120.1 FPS average
• Medium: 91.9 FPS average, with a minimum of 78.9 FPS and a maximum of 105.9 FPS
• High: 70.9 FPS average
• Ultra: 66.9 FPS average

The data shows a clear trend: as resolution increases, the frame rate decreases, reflecting the increasing load on the GPU. The CPU's performance is consistent across settings, but the GPU's workload increases with resolution, leading to lower frame rates. The 1080p and 1440p results are high, with the average frame rates staying above 100 FPS in most settings. The 4K results are lower, but still playable, with the Low setting providing an average of 120.1 FPS, and the Ultra setting providing an average of 66.9 FPS.

The Medium settings at all resolutions have a minimum FPS in the data, indicating that the frame rate is stable and does not dip too low. For instance, at 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 144.2, and at 1440p Medium, the minimum is 127.2, and at 4K Medium, the minimum is 78.9. This shows that the GPU can maintain a consistent frame rate, which is important for a smooth experience. The High and Ultra settings do not have a minimum FPS listed, but the average frame rates are still high, especially at 1080p and 1440p.