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 84 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 79 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 58 to 85 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Honkai: Star Rail. The Core i5-13400E is 25% above the recommended CPU (Core i7).
The Core i5-13400E 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: $1870. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 84 FPS, equivalent to 0.04 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.053 fps/$ | 0.052 fps/$ | 0.050 fps/$ | 0.045 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.055 fps/$ | 0.051 fps/$ | 0.046 fps/$ | 0.042 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.045 fps/$ | 0.041 fps/$ | 0.034 fps/$ | 0.031 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
At 4k medium, the Core i5-13400E sets the ceiling at about 75 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 139 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 46% (FPS gap: 64 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Core i5-13400E 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 34% | CPU Limits GPU 28% | CPU Limits GPU 33% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 28% | CPU Limits GPU 31% | CPU Limits GPU 26% | CPU Limits GPU 28% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 42% | CPU Limits GPU 46% | CPU Limits GPU 42% | CPU Limits GPU 37% |
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.
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 25% above and your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.
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Yes, the Core i5-13400E paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Honkai: Star Rail smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 79 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 25% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1870 ($221 CPU (Rank #125 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 i5-13400E 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 Core i5-13400E and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
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.
