1Can the Core i5-13500E and GeForce RTX 4090 run Elden Ring well?
The Core i5-13500E and GeForce RTX 4090 will struggle to run Elden Ring at smooth framerates.
Elden RingFPS onCore i5-13500E&GeForce RTX 4090
Elden Ring
Capped at 60 FPS, Elden Ring doesn't need ultra-high-end hardware for high frame rates, but its seamless open world demands an efficient memory subsystem. While shader compilation issues have been improved, it still relies heavily on single-thread CPU performance.
This game has a built-in FPS cap of 60 FPS
Performance Report
Elden Ring
GeForce RTX 4090 + Core i5-13500E
🎮Visual Experience
✅Official Requirements
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 182% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1070) for Elden Ring. The Core i5-13500E is 33% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-8700K).
✅FPS Ceiling Analysis
No major FPS-ceiling mismatch detected. The GeForce RTX 4090 and Core i5-13500E stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across the tested resolutions and quality settings.
💰Value Analysis
📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for Core i5-13500E and GeForce RTX 4090
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
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| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU21% - 59% <> GPU25% - 50% <> | CPU18% - 55% <> GPU24% - 50% <> | CPU18% - 47% <> GPU25% - 50% <> | CPU12% - 29% <> GPU25% - 51% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU22% - 58% <> GPU25% - 50% <> | CPU19% - 54% <> GPU25% - 50% <> | CPU20% - 46% <> GPU25% - 50% <> | CPU12% - 26% <> GPU25% - 51% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU22% - 57% <> GPU18% - 59% <> | CPU19% - 54% <> GPU18% - 59% <> | CPU21% - 46% <> GPU18% - 59% <> | CPU13% - 30% <> GPU18% - 59% <> |
1080p (Full HD)
Low
CPU21% - 59%
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GPU25% - 50%
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Medium
CPU18% - 55%
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GPU24% - 50%
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High
CPU18% - 47%
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GPU25% - 50%
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Ultra
CPU12% - 29%
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GPU25% - 51%
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1440p (2K QHD)
Low
CPU22% - 58%
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GPU25% - 50%
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Medium
CPU19% - 54%
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GPU25% - 50%
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High
CPU20% - 46%
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GPU25% - 50%
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Ultra
CPU12% - 26%
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GPU25% - 51%
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4K (Ultra HD)
Low
CPU22% - 57%
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GPU18% - 59%
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Medium
CPU19% - 54%
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GPU18% - 59%
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High
CPU21% - 46%
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GPU18% - 59%
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Ultra
CPU13% - 30%
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GPU18% - 59%
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Performance Summary
The Core i5-13500E + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 12% and 59% and GPU utilization between 18% and 59%. Core i5-13500E keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 38% at 1080p to 38% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 32% to 33%.
Load Interpretation
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 59% and GPU at 59%. This pattern suggests possible engine-side limits, an FPS cap, or workload constraints unrelated to raw hardware throughput. It also shows why low utilization does not automatically mean there is no FPS limiter.
Resolution Scaling
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 32% and GPU 38%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 32% and GPU 38%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 33% and GPU 38%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.
Optimal Settings Recommendation
1080p (Full HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 40% (21-59%) and GPU 38% (25-50%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i5-13500E remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade Insight
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Core i5-13500E and GeForce RTX 4090 remain reasonably matched for this title.
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.
Elden Ring 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 i5-13500E
24,096
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-8400
RecommendedCore i7-8700K
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 1060
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1070
Your CPU is 33% above and your GPU is 182% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.
+33%vsrecommended
+182%vsrecommended
+79%vsminimum
+279%vsminimum
Minimum Requirements
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1070
Processor: Core i7-8700K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 60 GB
System: Windows 10
Frequently Asked Questions
2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Elden Ring?
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1884 ($235 CPU (Rank #178 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). This is a well-balanced setup, meaning you're getting good value from both components without significant waste.
3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Elden Ring performance?
This setup is already well-balanced for Elden Ring. No significant bottleneck - CPU and GPU are well matched across all settings. Both the Core i5-13500E and GeForce RTX 4090 complement each other effectively, so upgrading either component individually would yield diminishing returns. If you want more FPS, you'd benefit most from upgrading both CPU and GPU together.
4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Elden Ring?
Elden Ring 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 Elden Ring?
Elden Ring requires at minimum a Core i5-8400 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 1060 (GPU) with 12 GB RAM and 60 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-8700K and GeForce GTX 1070 with 16 GB RAM. Your Core i5-13500E and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
6How accurate are these Elden Ring FPS estimates for the Core i5-13500E and GeForce RTX 4090?
These Elden Ring 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.