Valorant

Valorant with an AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 delivers exceptionally high frame rates across all tested configurations, firmly placing this combination in the upper tier of systems tested in the database. The pairing of an 8-core Zen 3 processor with a current-generation RDNA 4 graphics card produces results that are consistently above the thresholds required for competitive play, with the data indicating that the system is overwhelmingly capable at every resolution and settings level measured. The measured frames per second (FPS) data reveals a system that is not merely playable but is positioned for high-refresh-rate displays, with performance metrics that show the CPU and GPU working in concert to eliminate bottlenecks in most scenarios.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a classic pattern, though the absolute numbers are high enough that the frame rate drop is more of a theoretical concern than a practical limitation. At High settings, the average frame rate moves from 411 FPS at 1920x1080, down to 351 FPS at 2560x1440, and finally to 280 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 31.8% decrease in frame rate from 1080p to 4K, which is a significant relative drop, but the absolute floor of 280 FPS at 4K High is still far beyond what most displays can even show. The scaling pattern suggests that the GPU is beginning to take on a more substantial workload as resolution increases, but the RX 9060 has enough headroom to keep frame rates in a range that is almost exclusively the domain of the fastest systems.

The Low settings data reinforces this observation. At 1920x1080 Low, the system achieves 501 FPS, which drops to 475 FPS at 2560x1440 and then to 441 FPS at 3840x2160. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K at Low settings is 12.0%, which is considerably smaller than the drop at High settings. This disparity is informative: at Low settings, the workload is so light that the CPU becomes the primary limiting factor, and the Ryzen 7 5700's performance ceiling is what holds the frame rate back from climbing even higher. The fact that 4K Low (441 FPS) is still significantly higher than 4K High (280 FPS) indicates that the RX 9060 has substantial untapped potential when settings are reduced, but the CPU's maximum output becomes the binding constraint.

Looking at the Medium settings, which are the only preset with min and max FPS data, the pattern continues. The average FPS goes from 427 at 1080p, to 368 at 1440p, to 294 at 4K. The minimum FPS at 4K Medium is 250, which is still a very high floor for a 4K resolution. The scaling from 1080p to 4K at Medium is 31.1%, nearly identical to the High preset scaling. This consistency suggests that the GPU is the scaling bottleneck once settings are raised above Low, and the RX 9060's performance curve is predictable across these two presets. The Ultra preset shows the lowest absolute numbers, with 391 FPS at 1080p, 334 FPS at 1440p, and 267 FPS at 4K, representing a 31.7% drop from 1080p to 4K, which is in line with the High and Medium results.

The data indicates that the RX 9060 is the component that governs how frame rates scale with resolution, but only in the sense that the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU at all tested resolutions. The Ryzen 7 5700's 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to avoid becoming the primary limiting factor at any resolution and settings combination tested, as evidenced by the fact that the frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is consistent across presets that stress the GPU differently. The only exception is at Low settings, where the CPU's maximum single-thread throughput appears to cap performance, given the relatively small FPS delta between resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves in Valorant?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 501, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This represents the absolute ceiling for this combination in the tested configurations.

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming in Valorant?

A: Yes, the data shows that at 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 267 at Ultra settings to 441 at Low settings. Even the lowest measured average at 4K (267 FPS) is well above the refresh rate of most high-end monitors.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in general benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 25517, which is effectively tied with the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25530, deltaPct -0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25485, deltaPct 0.1%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 6600H (25550, deltaPct -0.1%). The only rival with a meaningful difference is the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U, which scores 25446, placing it 0.3% behind.

Q: What is the difference in performance between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS drops from 501 at Low settings to 391 at Ultra settings, a difference of 110 FPS. This shows that while the Ultra preset is more demanding, the system still maintains a very high frame rate.

Q: Does the GPU outrank or underperform its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014. It is 0.7% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (16129) and 1% behind both the AMD Radeon R9 370X (15862) and the AMD Radeon RX 7700 (15852). It is 2.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (15679).

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded in the entire dataset?

A: The lowest minimum FPS recorded is 250 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 with Medium settings. This is the only configuration with a reported minimum FPS below 300, and even this floor is exceptionally high for 4K gaming.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is a desktop processor built on the Zen 3 architecture, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock is 3.70 GHz with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, and it is manufactured on a 7 nm process. In the context of Valorant, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and frame pacing, and the data suggests that this processor is more than adequate for the task. The measured FPS at Low settings across all resolutions—501 FPS at 1080p, 475 FPS at 1440p, and 441 FPS at 4K—shows that the CPU is capable of driving frame rates far beyond the refresh rate of typical gaming monitors.

The single-thread performance of the Ryzen 7 5700 is a critical factor for Valorant, which is known to be sensitive to CPU speed. The processor's 3dmark_single_thread score of 901 and passmark_single_thread score of 3296 indicate strong per-core performance, which is essential for a game that relies heavily on a single main thread for rendering commands. The boost clock of 4.60 GHz provides the necessary frequency headroom, and the fact that the FPS at Low settings is nearly flat across resolutions—a drop of only 60 FPS from 1080p to 4K—suggests that the CPU is hitting its performance ceiling rather than the GPU being the constraint.

The multi-threaded capabilities of the CPU, while less critical for Valorant specifically, are still robust. The cinebench_r23_multicore score of 20655 and the passmark_multithread score of 24303 show that the 8-core/16-thread configuration is well-suited for background tasks and streaming while gaming. The CPU's percentile ranking of 78 means it outperforms 78% of all CPUs in the database, placing it in the upper quartile of processors. This is reflected in the nearest rival data, where the Ryzen 7 5700 is statistically tied with several other mid-range and high-end parts, including the Intel Xeon D-2752TER and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U, with deltas of less than 0.5% in either direction.

In practical terms, the CPU's role in this combo is to ensure that the GPU is never starved of data. The 16 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are sufficient for Valorant's workload, and the fact that the FPS at Low settings is nearly identical across resolutions confirms that the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output even when the GPU is not heavily taxed. The data shows that the Ryzen 7 5700 is a balanced partner for the RX 9060, providing enough single-thread speed for high frame rates and enough multi-thread capacity for a smooth overall system experience.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset for this combination depends on the user's display refresh rate and resolution. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver average frame rates above 390 FPS, which means the user has the freedom to choose the highest quality settings without sacrificing competitive performance. The Ultra preset at 1080p yields 391 FPS, which is still far beyond the 240 Hz refresh rate of most high-end gaming monitors. For users with a 360 Hz or 500 Hz display, the Low preset at 1080p (501 FPS) is the only configuration that gets close to those refresh rates, but the difference between 391 FPS (Ultra) and 501 FPS (Low) is unlikely to be perceptible in actual gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the situation is similar. The Ultra preset delivers 334 FPS, while the Low preset delivers 475 FPS. For a 1440p 240 Hz monitor, the High preset at 351 FPS provides an ideal balance of visual fidelity and frame rate, as the difference between High and Ultra is only 17 FPS, while the jump from High to Low is a more substantial 124 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p (368 FPS) is also a strong choice, offering a slight edge over High in average FPS while maintaining a minimum FPS of 313, which is the only configuration at 1440p with a reported minimum.

At 3840x2160, the recommendations shift slightly. The Ultra preset at 4K produces 267 FPS, which is still very high, but the Medium preset at 294 FPS with a minimum of 250 FPS provides a more consistent experience. For users with a 4K 120 Hz or 144 Hz display, the High preset at 280 FPS is more than sufficient, and the Low preset at 441 FPS is overkill for any current display technology. The data suggests that the Medium preset at 4K is the sweet spot, as it offers a 27 FPS improvement over Ultra in average FPS and the only reported minimum FPS (250) that is still well above any refresh rate ceiling.

For competitive play, the Low preset is the recommendation, but only for users who prioritize maximum frame rate over visual clarity. The difference between Low and Medium at 1080p is 74 FPS (501 vs 427), which could be meaningful for professional players using 360 Hz monitors. However, for the vast majority of users, the High preset at any resolution provides a frame rate that is high enough to be limited by the display's refresh rate rather than the system's performance. The Ultra preset is the best choice for users who want the best visual experience without compromising on frame rate, as the data shows that even at 4K Ultra, the average FPS of 267 is still far above the 60 FPS standard.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks 1492 out of 2883 tested combos in Valorant, placing it in the 48.2nd percentile. This ranking is somewhat surprising given the high absolute FPS numbers, but it reflects the fact that Valorant is a highly optimized game that runs well on a wide range of hardware. The rank of 1492 suggests that there are many other combos that achieve similar or higher frame rates, but it also indicates that this specific pairing is solidly in the middle of the pack for this game.

The combo's ranking is likely influenced by the fact that Valorant is more CPU-bound than GPU-bound at lower resolutions, which means that the Ryzen 7 5700's performance is a significant factor. The CPU's percentile rank of 78 and its average benchmark score of 25517 are strong, but they are not exceptional when compared to the top-tier CPUs that dominate the higher ranks. The RX 9060's percentile rank of 59 and average benchmark score of 16014 are also respectable but not groundbreaking, as the GPU is more of a mid-range performer in the database.

The fact that this combo ranks in the middle of the pack does not detract from its practical performance. The measured FPS data shows that this system is capable of running Valorant at frame rates that exceed the refresh rate of virtually all monitors on the market, regardless of resolution or settings. The rank of 1492 out of 2883 is a reflection of the competitive landscape of tested combos, where many high-end processors and graphics cards achieve similar or slightly better results. For a user building a system specifically for Valorant, this combo offers a balanced blend of CPU and GPU performance that will not be a limiting factor in gameplay.

The nearest rivals of the CPU and GPU individually provide context for the combo's ranking. The CPU is statistically tied with several other processors within 0.3% of its average score, indicating that the Ryzen 7 5700 is not a performance outlier. The GPU is similarly competitive, with the RX 9060 being within 1% of the RTX 3060 Ti and RX 7700. This suggests that the combo's rank is determined more by the overall system balance than by any single component's dominance. In practice, the data shows that this combo is a reliable choice for Valorant, with the measured FPS results being the primary indicator of its capability.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS across all settings presets is as follows: Low 501, Medium 427, High 411, and Ultra 391. The Medium preset is the only one with min and max FPS data at this resolution, showing a minimum of 363 FPS and a maximum of 491 FPS, resulting in a spread of 128 FPS. The difference between the highest and lowest average FPS at 1080p is 110 FPS, which is the largest gap among all resolutions, highlighting the impact of settings on performance at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS values are: Low 475, Medium 368, High 351, and Ultra 334. The Medium preset at 1440p shows a minimum of 313 FPS and a maximum of 423 FPS, a spread of 110 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra at 1440p is 141 FPS, which is a larger absolute difference than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is becoming more of a factor as resolution increases. The High preset at 1440p (351 FPS) is only 17 FPS behind the Medium preset (368 FPS), suggesting diminishing returns from lowering settings below High.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS values are: Low 441, Medium 294, High 280, and Ultra 267. The Medium preset at 4K shows a minimum of 250 FPS and a maximum of 338 FPS, a spread of 88 FPS, which is the smallest spread among all resolutions at Medium settings. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 174 FPS, the largest gap of any resolution, which confirms that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K. The Low preset at 4K (441 FPS) is actually higher than the High preset at 1440p (351 FPS), demonstrating that the RX 9060 has significant headroom when settings are reduced.

The data reveals a clear pattern: the CPU is the limiting factor at Low settings, while the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher settings and resolutions. The fact that the FPS at Low settings stays above 440 FPS even at 4K suggests that the Ryzen 7 5700's maximum frame output is around 500 FPS, which is reached at 1080p Low. As settings increase, the GPU's workload increases, and the FPS drops accordingly, with the most significant drops occurring between Low and Medium across all resolutions. The Medium preset provides the most consistent experience, with reported minimum FPS values that are all above 250 FPS, making it the safest choice for users who want to avoid any frame rate dips.