Naraka: BladepointFPS onCore i3-9300&GeForce RTX 4090

Naraka: Bladepoint

Unlike shooters, Naraka focuses on melee combat with fluid animations. The game is visually dense and supports DLSS, which is vital for high frame rates at resolutions above 1080p. An SSD is critical for map loading, and 16GB of RAM is recommended for smooth gameplay.

Naraka: Bladepoint - FPS Estimates by Resolution

Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors

1080P
low150 FPS
medium108 FPS
high74 FPS
ultra45 FPS
1440P
low89 FPS
medium68 FPS
high47 FPS
ultra22 FPS
4K
low39 FPS
medium31 FPS
high20 FPS
ultra14 FPS

Performance Report

Naraka: Bladepoint

GeForce RTX 4090 + Core i3-9300
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, frame rates range from 45 to 150 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 22 to 89 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 14 to 39 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Naraka: Bladepoint. The Core i3-9300 is 46% below recommended, but 45% above minimum.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Core i3-9300 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce RTX 4090:$1649(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $1599
Core i3-9300:$75(updated 2/10/2026)
Official Launch Price: $143

Combo price: $1724. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 45 FPS, equivalent to 0.03 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.087 fps/$0.063 fps/$0.043 fps/$0.026 fps/$
1440p0.052 fps/$0.039 fps/$0.027 fps/$0.013 fps/$
4k0.023 fps/$0.018 fps/$0.012 fps/$0.008 fps/$

* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)

Performance Limiter Analysis

Core i3-9300|GeForce RTX 4090

This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.

📈Analysis

At 1440p ultra, the Core i3-9300 sets the ceiling at about 22 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 199 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 89% (FPS gap: 177 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

CPU Limits GPU

Your Core i3-9300 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 69%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 75%
HighCPU Limits GPU 80%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 85%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 71%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 77%
HighCPU Limits GPU 82%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 89%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 78%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 79%
HighCPU Limits GPU 85%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 88%
Percentages show how much potential FPS of the stronger component is lost because the other component has a lower FPS ceiling.
🧠Methodology

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.

📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for Core i3-9300 and GeForce RTX 4090

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU51% - 78%
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GPU75% - 97%
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Medium
CPU51% - 78%
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GPU75% - 97%
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High
CPU19% - 49%
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GPU95% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU35% - 61%
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GPU90% - 100%
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1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU49% - 75%
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GPU84% - 98%
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Medium
CPU49% - 75%
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GPU84% - 98%
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High
CPU15% - 47%
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GPU100% - 100%
Ultra
CPU31% - 58%
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GPU100% - 100%

4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU48% - 66%
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GPU75% - 97%
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Medium
CPU48% - 66%
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GPU75% - 97%
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High
CPU13% - 37%
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GPU95% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU22% - 45%
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GPU90% - 100%
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Performance Summary

The Core i3-9300 + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 13% and 78% and GPU utilization between 75% and 100%. Core i3-9300 stays in a controlled operating range, while GeForce RTX 4090 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 91% at 1080p to 91% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 53% to 43%.

Load Interpretation

From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1440p (2K QHD) High, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 100% usage (100-100%), while the Core i3-9300 stays at 31% (15-47%). This shows the graphics pipeline is carrying most of the workload, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.

Resolution Scaling

At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 53% and GPU 91%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 50% and GPU 96%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 43% and GPU 91%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

1080p (Full HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 64% (51-78%) and GPU 86% (75-97%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i3-9300 remains stable for consistent frame delivery.

Upgrade Insight

Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 100% average load at 1440p (2K QHD) High while the Core i3-9300 still has headroom, so a faster graphics card would deliver the largest uplift.

Understanding Hardware Utilization: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. They describe hardware load, but they do not directly tell you which component sets the FPS ceiling.

Important: a CPU or GPU can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. Two processors can both show 40% usage and still deliver very different frame rates, depending on per-core speed, cache, engine threading, driver overhead, and frame preparation efficiency.

  • High GPU Load: You typically want to see High GPU Utilization (90%+) and moderate CPU usage when visual settings are heavy. This indicates the graphics pipeline is under strong load, but the exact FPS limiter should still be confirmed by the FPS ceiling analysis.
  • High CPU Load: If you see High CPU Utilization (85%+) paired with lower GPU utilization, the processor is handling a disproportionate share of frame preparation and game logic. That can point to CPU-side pressure, but it should not be treated as a direct replacement for FPS ceiling analysis.
  • Low CPU and GPU Load: If both CPU and GPU utilization are relatively low, it means the hardware is waiting on something else. This could be a game engine limitation, poorly optimized code, or an artificial framerate cap like VSync holding performance back. It does not mean both parts are equally fast in FPS terms.

Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.

Naraka: Bladepoint Requirements Comparison

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.

CPU - Core i3-9300
cpu icon
7,105
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-4460
RecommendedCore i7-7700
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
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38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 750 Ti
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 46% below recommended and your GPU is 279% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.

CPU

-46%vsrecommended

GPU

+279%vsrecommended

CPU

+45%vsminimum

GPU

+877%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 750 Ti
Processor: Core i5-4460
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1060
Processor: Core i7-7700
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Core i3-9300 and GeForce RTX 4090 run Naraka: Bladepoint well?

The Core i3-9300 and GeForce RTX 4090 will struggle to run Naraka: Bladepoint at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 45 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Naraka: Bladepoint?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1724 ($75 CPU (Rank #200 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).

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Naraka: Bladepoint performance?

For Naraka: Bladepoint, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core i3-9300 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.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Naraka: Bladepoint?

Naraka: Bladepoint 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.

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Naraka: Bladepoint?

Naraka: Bladepoint requires at minimum a Core i5-4460 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 750 Ti (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 20 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-7700 and GeForce GTX 1060 with 16 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.

6How accurate are these Naraka: Bladepoint FPS estimates for the Core i3-9300 and GeForce RTX 4090?

These Naraka: Bladepoint 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.