Valorant

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers exceptional performance in Valorant, positioning this combination in a highly competitive tier. The benchmark data reveals that this system is designed to push frame rates well beyond standard high-refresh display capabilities, even at maximum settings. This analysis examines the roles of each component, how the pairing ranks, and what the measured performance means for gameplay.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is an 8-core, 16-thread processor built on the Zen 3 architecture (Cezanne). It operates at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and can boost up to 4.60 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. This CPU features a 16 MB L3 cache and 512 KB of L2 per core, along with 64 KB of L1 per core. Its memory bandwidth is rated at 51.2 GB/s over a dual-channel DDR4 bus. The processor’s average benchmark score of 27051 places it at the 79th percentile among all CPUs, indicating solid multi-threaded and single-threaded capabilities.

In Valorant, a highly CPU-sensitive esports title, the 5700G’s strong single-thread performance is paramount. The benchmark data shows the CPU achieves a 3DMark single-thread score of 899 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1494. While these are synthetic figures, they translate to the processor’s ability to handle the game’s primary game logic and render-thread tasks. The 16 threads provide ample headroom for background processes and streaming without compromising frame pacing.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the Intel Core i9-9900K with an average score of 27097 (a delta of -0.2%), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 with a score of 26936 (delta +0.4%), the Intel Core i5-14400T at 27166 (delta -0.4%), and the Intel Core i7-1370P at 26900 (delta +0.6%). These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning the 5700G is perfectly competitive with these processors in general compute tasks. For Valorant specifically, the boost clock of 4.60 GHz ensures that the game engine’s main thread has access to high-frequency execution, which is often the limiting factor in reaching extremely high frame rates.

The data strongly indicates the CPU is more than sufficient to feed the GPU in this scenario. The 8-core/16-thread configuration ensures that even when the GPU is heavily loaded at higher resolutions and settings, the CPU will not become a bottleneck. The processor’s performance is consistent across all measured settings, suggesting that the game’s frame rate scaling is primarily dictated by the GPU as resolution increases, but the CPU provides a stable foundation for all scenarios.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is a GeForce 40-series GPU based on the Ada Lovelace architecture and the AD107 chip. It operates with a base clock of 1830 MHz and a boost clock of 2460 MHz. The GPU is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. Its 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units (TMUs), and 48 ROPs handle the rendering pipeline. The RTX 4060 achieves a Passmark G3D score of 19545, placing it at the 61st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17639.

The GPU’s nearest rivals are a mix of older and integrated solutions, including the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (average score 17666, delta -0.2%), the AMD Radeon 780M (score 17588, delta +0.3%), the AMD Radeon Pro 560 (score 17551, delta +0.5%), and the AMD Radeon Pro 460 (score 17509, delta +0.7%). This proximity in scores highlights that the RTX 4060’s raw compute performance is positioned in a specific mid-range bracket, yet its modern architecture and features provide advantages in newer titles.

For Valorant, the RTX 4060’s 8 GB of VRAM is more than adequate. Valorant is not a VRAM-intensive game, and the GPU’s memory bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s is sufficient to handle the game’s textures and shaders at any resolution tested. The boost clock of 2460 MHz is the primary driver of the excellent frame rates observed. The GPU’s performance is consistent, and the data shows it can easily exceed 300 FPS at 4K with High settings, which confirms its efficiency and the game’s scalability.

The GPU’s role in this combination is to provide the raw fill rate and pixel throughput required for high-resolution output. At 1080p, the GPU is likely not the limiting factor, allowing the CPU’s single-thread performance to shine. At 4K, the GPU’s workload increases significantly, but the RTX 4060 still manages to deliver well over 280 FPS at Ultra settings, showing no sign of being a bottleneck in this title.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks at position 1807 out of 3708 tested combos in the database for Valorant. This places the system in the top half of all configurations, but the specific rank is more telling when considering the frame rates achieved. A rank of 1807 out of 3708 means that roughly 51% of tested combos perform better, but this is a misleading metric for absolute performance, as the total pool includes extreme high-end systems.

Given the measured FPS, this combo is clearly in the upper echelon of performance. The frame rates achieved are so high that they exceed the refresh rate of most gaming monitors. The rank is likely influenced by the fact that many other tested combos feature significantly more powerful GPUs or CPUs that are overclocked. However, the data shows that this specific pairing hits a sweet spot for Valorant, delivering maximum performance without any apparent bottlenecks.

The deltaPct values from the CPU and GPU nearest rivals show that both components are very closely matched with their direct competitors. This means that swapping the 5700G for an Intel Core i9-9900K or the RTX 4060 for a Radeon HD 7790 would result in negligible changes in average scores. In practice, the 1807 rank suggests that the system is well-balanced, and the performance is limited by the overall ceiling of the components rather than a single weak link. The data indicates that this combo is optimized for high-refresh-rate gaming, and its rank reflects a strong position in the broader landscape of tested hardware.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how the system scales across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system achieves an average of 419 FPS on High settings, 499 FPS on Low, 426 FPS on Medium (with a min of 362 and max of 489), and 412 FPS on Ultra. The difference between High and Ultra is a mere 7 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset adds minimal strain at this resolution. The Low preset provides the highest average FPS, but even the most demanding preset, Ultra, remains well above 400 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains exceptionally high. The system averages 378 FPS on High, 473 FPS on Low, 397 FPS on Medium (min 337, max 456), and 360 FPS on Ultra. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but not dramatic; for instance, the High preset loses 41 FPS (from 419 to 378), which is a 9.8% decrease. The Ultra preset sees a 12.6% drop, going from 412 FPS to 360 FPS. These figures show that the system is still heavily CPU-bound at 1440p, as the GPU has ample headroom.

At 3840x2160, the system continues to deliver playable and smooth performance. The average FPS on High settings is 302, on Low settings is 439, on Medium is 317 (min 270, max 365), and on Ultra is 288. The transition from 1440p to 4K is where the GPU begins to take on a more significant role. The High preset drops from 378 FPS to 302 FPS, a 20.1% decrease, while the Ultra preset drops from 360 FPS to 288 FPS, a 20% decrease. Even at 4K Ultra, the system maintains an average of 288 FPS, which is still far above the threshold for competitive play.

The data shows a consistent trend: the Low preset is the fastest at every resolution, followed by High, Medium, and then Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra widens as resolution increases. At 1080p, the gap is 87 FPS (499 vs 412), at 1440p it is 113 FPS (473 vs 360), and at 4K it is 151 FPS (439 vs 288). This suggests that the GPU workload increases with resolution, and the visual settings affect the GPU more than the CPU.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this system in Valorant?

A: The highest average FPS is 499, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system achieves an average of 288 FPS, with a minimum of 270 FPS and maximum of 365 FPS recorded for Medium settings, though Ultra data shows only the average.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the primary bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The data suggests the CPU is more critical at 1080p, as the frame rates are very high and the difference between Low and Ultra settings is relatively small, indicating the GPU is not heavily loaded.

Q: What is the performance difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, High settings produce an average of 378 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 360 FPS, a difference of 18 FPS.

Q: Does the system maintain high frame rates at 4K with Medium settings?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the system averages 317 FPS, with a minimum of 270 FPS and a maximum of 365 FPS.

Q: How does the combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 1807th out of 3708 tested combinations, placing it in the top half of all configurations tested for Valorant.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the user’s monitor refresh rate and resolution preference. For 1080p and 1440p displays, the High preset offers a nearly identical experience to Ultra but with a slight performance boost. At 1080p, High averages 419 FPS compared to 412 FPS on Ultra, a negligible 1.7% difference. At 1440p, High averages 378 FPS versus 360 FPS on Ultra, a 5% improvement. The visual fidelity difference between High and Ultra in Valorant is often minimal, making High the recommended preset for these resolutions to maximize frame rate stability.

For 4K displays, the Medium preset is the best choice for competitive play. It delivers an average of 317 FPS, which is 15 FPS higher than High (302 FPS) and 29 FPS higher than Ultra (288 FPS). The Medium preset also provides the only min/max data for 4K, with a minimum of 270 FPS, ensuring that frame drops stay above the 240 Hz threshold commonly found in high-end monitors. While Low settings provide even higher FPS (439 average), the visual trade-offs are substantial, and the Medium preset strikes the best balance between performance and visual clarity for a 4K esports experience.

The data clearly shows that the Ultra preset is not necessary for Valorant. The performance cost of Ultra over High is significant at higher resolutions, and the visual benefits are often imperceptible in a fast-paced tactical shooter. For most users with a 144Hz or 240Hz monitor, the High preset at 1440p or 4K is recommended. For those with a 360Hz monitor, the Low preset at 1080p remains the only way to fully utilize the display’s refresh rate, as it is the only configuration that consistently exceeds 400 FPS.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the nature of the system’s bottleneck. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at High settings, the average FPS drops from 419 to 378, a decrease of 41 FPS (9.8%). Moving from 1440p to 3840x2160 at the same settings, the FPS drops from 378 to 302, a decrease of 76 FPS (20.1%). This accelerating decline indicates that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as resolution increases.

At Low settings, the scaling is similar but with higher absolute numbers. The drop from 1080p (499 FPS) to 1440p (473 FPS) is 5.2%, and from 1440p to 4K (439 FPS) is 7.2%. The relatively smaller percentage drops at Low settings suggest that the CPU is the primary limiter at lower graphics presets, as the GPU has less work to do. This is a classic sign of a CPU-bound scenario at 1080p Low, where the processor’s single-thread performance caps the frame rate.

At Ultra settings, the drop from 1080p (412 FPS) to 1440p (360 FPS) is 12.6%, and from 1440p to 4K (288 FPS) is 20%. The larger percentage drops at Ultra settings confirm that the GPU is the limiting component at higher resolutions and graphics loads. The fact that the system still achieves 288 FPS at 4K Ultra is remarkable, but it demonstrates that the GPU’s pixel throughput and shading capabilities are being tested more heavily.

The overall pattern indicates that the Ryzen 7 5700G is sufficient to support high frame rates at all resolutions, but it is the RTX 4060 that dictates the scaling. At 1080p and 1440p, the CPU is the primary bottleneck, preventing the system from exceeding the 500 FPS mark. At 4K, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, but it still delivers performance that is more than adequate for competitive play. This balance is ideal for Valorant, as it allows users to choose between maximum frame rates at lower resolutions or higher visual fidelity at 4K without sacrificing playability.