Being turn-based, extreme FPS is less critical here. The game features high-fidelity models and uses considerable storage for audio and cutscenes. 8GB of RAM is recommended for smooth operation.
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 83 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 86 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 64 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Honkai: Star Rail. The Core i3-13100E is 36% below recommended, but 4% above minimum.
The Core i3-13100E determines the performance ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GPU has headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1799. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 83 FPS, equivalent to 0.05 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.056 fps/$ | 0.053 fps/$ | 0.051 fps/$ | 0.046 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.060 fps/$ | 0.054 fps/$ | 0.052 fps/$ | 0.048 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.049 fps/$ | 0.044 fps/$ | 0.038 fps/$ | 0.036 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
At 4k medium, the Core i3-13100E sets the ceiling at about 78 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 139 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 44% (FPS gap: 61 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Core i3-13100E is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU Limits GPU 32% | CPU Limits GPU 36% | CPU Limits GPU 30% | CPU Limits GPU 34% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 24% | CPU Limits GPU 28% | CPU Limits GPU 20% | CPU Limits GPU 23% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 40% | CPU Limits GPU 44% | CPU Limits GPU 37% | CPU Limits GPU 32% |
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.
The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU19% - 52% <> GPU42% - 64% <> | CPU24% - 53% <> GPU41% - 63% <> | CPU24% - 53% <> GPU41% - 63% <> | CPU27% - 53% <> GPU39% - 59% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU19% - 51% <> GPU55% - 76% <> | CPU24% - 52% <> GPU55% - 75% <> | CPU24% - 52% <> GPU55% - 75% <> | CPU26% - 52% <> GPU53% - 72% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU19% - 51% <> GPU60% - 77% <> | CPU24% - 52% <> GPU61% - 75% <> | CPU24% - 52% <> GPU61% - 75% <> | CPU26% - 52% <> GPU59% - 75% <> |
The Core i3-13100E + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 19% and 53% and GPU utilization between 39% and 77%. Core i3-13100E keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 52% at 1080p to 68% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 38% to 38%.
The utilization pattern is relatively balanced. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 68% average at its highest-load preset, while the Core i3-13100E peaks at 40% average, with no single component consistently acting as a hard bottleneck.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 38% and GPU 52%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 38% and GPU 65%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 38% and GPU 68%. This shows that GPU demand scales sharply with resolution while CPU load remains comparatively stable.
4K (Ultra HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 35% (19-51%) and GPU 68% (60-77%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i3-13100E remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Core i3-13100E and GeForce RTX 4090 remain reasonably matched for this title.
Understanding Hardware Utilization & Bottlenecks: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. This is the key to identifying performance bottlenecks in any system.
Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.
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 36% below recommended and your GPU is 279% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
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Yes, the Core i3-13100E paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Honkai: Star Rail smoothly up to 4k achieving around 64 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 36% below the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1799 ($150 CPU (Rank #206 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Since the CPU is the main limiting factor, investing in a stronger processor will improve your framerates and overall value. For example, the Ryzen 9 9950X is a great upgrade option for around $649 (Rank #5 for value).
For Honkai: Star Rail, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core i3-13100E is currently the limiting factor — the GeForce RTX 4090 has extra headroom that a faster processor could take advantage of. This is especially noticeable at 1080p where CPU performance matters more. CPU-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.
Honkai: Star Rail 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.
Honkai: Star Rail requires at minimum a Core i3 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 650 (GPU) with 6 GB RAM and 20 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7 and GeForce GTX 1060 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 Honkai: Star Rail 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.
