Extremely accessible and runs on almost anything. It is single-threaded with negligible GPU load. However, installing many mods can increase RAM usage to 2-4GB.
This game has a built-in FPS cap of 60 FPS
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 126 FPS. At 1440p, frame rates range from 59 to 61 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 52 to 55 FPS.
The RTX 2000E Ada Generation is 570% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 460) for Stardew Valley. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 160% above the recommended CPU (Core i3).
The RTX 2000E Ada Generation sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at all 1440p settings, all 4k settings.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1377.13. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 126 FPS, equivalent to 0.09 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.096 fps/$ | 0.096 fps/$ | 0.096 fps/$ | 0.091 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.044 fps/$ | 0.044 fps/$ | 0.044 fps/$ | 0.043 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.040 fps/$ | 0.040 fps/$ | 0.040 fps/$ | 0.038 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages. Adjacent heavier settings are lightly stabilized to remove prediction jitter that would otherwise create impossible reversals.
At 1080p low, the RTX 2000E Ada Generation sets the ceiling at about 121 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 857 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 86% (FPS gap: 736 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your RTX 2000E Ada Generation 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 86% | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 86% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 86% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 86% |
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 and then monotonic-smoothed across heavier presets and resolutions, 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 160% above and your GPU is 570% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the RTX 2000E Ada Generation can run Stardew Valley smoothly up to 1080p achieving around 126 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 570% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 160% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1377.13 ($378.13 CPU + $999 GPU). Your RTX 2000E Ada Generation is currently the main performance bottleneck and its market value ($999) is actually higher than newer, faster alternatives. Trading it or upgrading could yield immediate profit and performance gains. For example, upgrading to the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) for around $900 (Rank #105 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance while costing less than your current GPU.
For Stardew Valley, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The RTX 2000E Ada Generation 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.
Stardew Valley 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.
Stardew Valley requires at minimum a Core 2 Duo (CPU) and GeForce 7 series (GPU) with 2 GB RAM and 500 MB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3 and GeForce GTX 460 with 4 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and RTX 2000E Ada Generation both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Stardew Valley 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.
