To The Core

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 combination delivers exceptionally high frame rates in To The Core, an Idle game released on 2024-02-14. The data shows this pairing ranks 549th out of 1756 tested combos, placing it comfortably in the top third of all configurations. Across all tested resolutions and settings, the average frame rates range from a low of 96 FPS at 4K Ultra to a staggering 411.7 FPS at 1080p Low, indicating that this hardware is far more powerful than the game's typical demands.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 411.7 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution with the highest settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo produces an average of 96 FPS. This is the lowest recorded average across all tested configurations, but it remains well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average frame rate drops from 277.6 FPS on Low settings to 164.3 FPS on Ultra settings, a decrease of 113.3 FPS.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU hold a higher percentile ranking among their respective categories?

A: The CPU holds an 86th percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the GPU holds an 80th percentile ranking among all GPUs. The CPU is relatively stronger compared to its peers than the GPU.

Q: Is the performance data for this combination measured or estimated?

A: The performance data is measured, as indicated by the "dataIsMeasured" field being true.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the CPU in this combo?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has a launch MSRP of $249.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is the primary driver of raw frame output in To The Core. The GPU's architecture is Ampere, built on an 8 nm process at Samsung, and it features a GA102 chip with 28,300 million transistors. The card operates with a base clock of 1440 MHz and a boost clock of 1710 MHz. Memory duties are handled by 10 GB of GDDR6X across a 320-bit bus, providing 760.3 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is substantial for a game like To The Core, which is an Idle genre title that likely does not demand extreme texture loads.

The benchmark results clearly show the GPU's scaling with resolution. At 1080p, the RTX 3080 is severely underutilized, with the average frame rate reaching 411.7 FPS on Low settings. This suggests that the CPU is the limiting factor at this resolution and preset, as the GPU is capable of far more. Moving to 1440p, the average frame rate on Low settings is 277.6 FPS, still a very high number. At 4K, the GPU begins to work harder, and the average on Low settings drops to 156.5 FPS. The percentile ranking for this GPU is 80, indicating it outperforms the majority of graphics cards in the database. Its closest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE, has an average score that is 0.9% lower, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile is 1% higher.

The GPU's FP32 performance is rated at 29.77 TFLOPS, which is a high compute capability. In the context of this game, the data shows that the RTX 3080 provides more than enough power for even the most demanding settings. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 60.5 FPS, going from 156.5 to 96. This indicates that the Ultra preset introduces significant graphical effects that the GPU must process, but it still maintains a playable frame rate.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT provides the computational backbone for this system. It is a Zen 3 architecture processor, codenamed Vermeer, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The CPU has 8 cores and 16 threads, with base and boost clocks of 3.80 GHz and 4.80 GHz, respectively. It supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The 32 MB of L3 cache is shared across all cores, which is beneficial for workloads that require frequent data access.

In To The Core, the CPU's role is significant at lower resolutions. The data shows that at 1080p, the frame rates are exceptionally high (e.g., 411.7 FPS on Low), which indicates the CPU is keeping up with the GPU's output. The CPU's benchmark scores support this, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23794 and a single-core score of 3359. The Passmark multithread score is 27988, and the single-thread score is 3538. The average benchmark score for this CPU is 29774, placing it in the 86th percentile. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS, has an average score that is 0.3% lower, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 is 0.3% higher.

The CPU's 16 threads are more than sufficient for an Idle game, which typically does not scale with many cores. However, the high single-thread performance is crucial for maintaining high frame rates, as the game logic and frame pacing often depend on a single thread. The data indicates that this CPU is not a bottleneck at any tested resolution, as the frame rates scale consistently with resolution changes. The 3dmark_16_threads score of 7683 and 3dmark_single_thread score of 959 highlight the balance between multicore and single-core capabilities.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 achieves a rank of 549 out of 1756 tested combos in To The Core. This puts the configuration in the top 31% of all systems tested, a strong showing for a pairing of components from different generations. The CPU was released on 2024-07-30, while the GPU was released on 2020-08-31, but the data shows they work well together in this specific game.

This ranking is a reflection of the overall system balance. The GPU's 80th percentile ranking and the CPU's 86th percentile ranking suggest that the CPU is slightly stronger relative to its peers than the GPU. However, in this game, the GPU is likely the more critical component due to the high frame rates required. The measured frame rates show that this combo is not limited by either component at 1080p or 1440p, as the frame rates reach very high levels. At 4K Ultra, the frame rate of 96 FPS is still respectable and suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor, as expected.

The combo's position at 549 indicates that there are many systems with more powerful GPUs or CPUs, but this pairing offers a high level of performance. The data shows that the frame rates are consistently high, and the system is capable of handling the game at maximum settings with ease. The ranking reflects the RTX 3080's enduring capability and the 5800XT's strong performance in this title.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear picture of how different settings impact performance. For players with a 1920x1080 display, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 245.3 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any high-refresh-rate monitor. The High preset at this resolution yields 300.7 FPS, and Medium provides 349.9 FPS. The Low preset reaches 411.7 FPS, but the visual quality loss is likely not worth the extra frames, as the Ultra setting already provides an excellent experience.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset offers an average of 164.3 FPS. This is still a very high frame rate and is the recommended choice for this resolution, as it provides the best visual experience without compromising performance. The High preset at this resolution is 201.6 FPS, and Medium is 233.2 FPS. The Low preset is 277.6 FPS. Given the high frame rates, the Ultra preset is the best option for 1440p users.

For 3840x2160, the Ultra preset produces an average of 96 FPS. This is the only configuration where the frame rate dips below the 100 FPS mark. While this is still playable, users seeking a smoother experience may prefer the High preset, which yields 116.6 FPS. The Medium preset provides 134.9 FPS, and the Low preset is 156.5 FPS. For 4K gaming, the High preset offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, but the Ultra preset remains viable for those who prioritize image quality over frame rate. The data indicates that this combo can comfortably handle the game at any resolution and preset, with the Ultra setting at 1080p or 1440p being the optimal choice for most users.