Riot Games designed Valorant to run on a wide range of hardware by heavily modifying Unreal Engine 4. The game is intentionally CPU-bound to ensure competitive integrity, prioritizing visual clarity over heavy effects. However, Windows 11 users should note the TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot requirements for the Vanguard anti-cheat, which necessitates relatively modern hardware (Intel 8th Gen / Ryzen 2000 or newer) despite the game's low graphical demands. For those aiming for a stable 360 FPS, high CPU clock speeds and low-latency RAM are key.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 68 FPS. At 1440p, frame rates range from 38 to 97 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 13 to 42 FPS.
The Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire is 13% below recommended, but 273% above minimum for Valorant. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 435% above the recommended CPU (Core i3-4150).
The Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $459. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 68 FPS, equivalent to 0.15 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.366 fps/$ | 0.298 fps/$ | 0.242 fps/$ | 0.148 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.211 fps/$ | 0.183 fps/$ | 0.139 fps/$ | 0.083 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.092 fps/$ | 0.074 fps/$ | 0.046 fps/$ | 0.028 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 4k ultra, the Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire sets the ceiling at about 13 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 397 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 97% (FPS gap: 384 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 7 7800X3D frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 77% | GPU Limits CPU 79% | GPU Limits CPU 79% | GPU Limits CPU 86% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 87% | GPU Limits CPU 88% | GPU Limits CPU 92% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 93% | GPU Limits CPU 94% | GPU Limits CPU 96% | GPU Limits CPU 97% |
We estimate the maximum FPS the processor can sustain and the maximum FPS the graphics card can sustain in each setting, then compare those limits directly.
Limit Factor formula: (stronger - weaker) / stronger. Example: if CPU ceiling is 200 FPS and GPU ceiling is 140 FPS, then GPU limits CPU by 30%.
CPU Limits GPU means the processor ceiling is lower. GPU Limits CPU means the graphics ceiling is lower. Balanced means the FPS ceilings are close enough that the gap is negligible.
A component can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.
See how your processor and graphics card compare against the game official minimum and recommended system specs. The placement of your hardware is calculated using relative synthetic performance scores to help you gauge overall playability.
Your CPU is 435% below recommended and your GPU is 13% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
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Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire can run Valorant smoothly up to 1080p achieving around 68 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 13% below the recommended specs, and your CPU is 435% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $459 ($384 CPU + $75 GPU). Since the GPU is the main limiting factor, investing in a stronger GPU will improve your framerates and overall value. For example, upgrading to the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) (Rank #2 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.
For Valorant, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon HD 8970M Crossfire is the limiting factor here, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has spare capacity. A more powerful GPU would unlock higher FPS, especially at higher resolutions and quality presets. GPU-limited at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
Valorant does not currently support Frame Generation technologies like DLSS 3 or FSR 3. Your performance is based entirely on native rendering. If the game adds support in a future update, newer GPUs will benefit the most.
Valorant requires at minimum a Core 2 Duo E8400 (CPU) and GeForce GT 730 (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 23 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3-4150 and GeForce GTX 1050 Ti with 8 GB RAM. Your setup meets the minimum requirements but falls short of the recommended specs. You may need to lower some settings for smooth performance.
These Valorant FPS results are not arbitrary numbers. They come from calculations informed by thousands of real gaming benchmarks, and the typical accuracy range is around 10% to 15%. That makes them far more useful than generic FPS calculators that simply invent values without a benchmark foundation. Actual in-game performance can still vary with drivers, updates, RAM configuration, cooling, and the exact scene being rendered.
Performance estimates are based on synthetic benchmarks and hardware capabilities.
Results may vary based on drivers, OS, and background processes.
