Delta ForceFPS onCore i5-14490F&GeForce RTX 4090

Delta Force

Returning to compete with Battlefield, Delta Force uses a modern engine featuring environmental destruction. While minimum requirements are accessible (GTX 960), competitive settings scale up to require GTX 10/RTX 20 series GPUs and 16GB of RAM for the best experience.

Delta Force - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low310 FPS
medium264 FPS
high251 FPS
ultra236 FPS
1440P
low233 FPS
medium197 FPS
high190 FPS
ultra174 FPS
4K
low157 FPS
medium130 FPS
high117 FPS
ultra96 FPS

Performance Report

Delta Force

GeForce RTX 4090 + Core i5-14490F
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 236 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 174 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 96 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4090 is 315% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) for Delta Force. The Core i5-14490F is 204% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-6500).

AI Acceleration

Delta Force supports: DLSS Frame Gen, AFMF. The GeForce RTX 4090 can use DLSS Frame Gen, providing up to 2x-3x frame rate boost.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Core i5-14490F sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, 4k (medium/high), while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 4k (low/ultra).

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce RTX 4090:$1649(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $1599
Core i5-14490F:$190(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $209

Combo price: $1839. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 236 FPS, equivalent to 0.13 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.169 fps/$0.144 fps/$0.136 fps/$0.128 fps/$
1440p0.127 fps/$0.107 fps/$0.103 fps/$0.095 fps/$
4k0.085 fps/$0.071 fps/$0.064 fps/$0.052 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Core i5-14490F|GeForce RTX 4090

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

📈Analysis

At 1080p medium, the Core i5-14490F sets the ceiling at about 267 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 341 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 22% (FPS gap: 74 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 11/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 1/12.

Verdict

CPU Limits GPU

Your Core i5-14490F 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 14%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 22%
HighCPU Limits GPU 20%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 13%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 9%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 21%
HighCPU Limits GPU 14%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 9%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowBalanced
MediumCPU Limits GPU 16%
HighCPU Limits GPU 11%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 8%
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.

Delta Force 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 i5-14490F
cpu icon
27,621
Your Score
MinimumCore i3-4150
RecommendedCore i5-6500
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
gpu icon
38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 960
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060 5GB

Your CPU is 204% above and your GPU is 315% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+204%vsrecommended

GPU

+315%vsrecommended

CPU

+568%vsminimum

GPU

+521%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 960
Processor: Core i3-4150
Memory: 12 GB
Disk Space: 50 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Processor: Core i5-6500
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 50 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Core i5-14490F and GeForce RTX 4090 run Delta Force well?

Yes, the Core i5-14490F paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Delta Force smoothly up to 4k achieving around 96 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 315% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 204% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Delta Force?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1839 ($190 CPU (Rank #71 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 Delta Force performance?

For Delta Force, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core i5-14490F 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 high, 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p ultra, 1440p high, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p ultra, 4k high, 4k medium.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Delta Force?

Yes! Delta Force supports DLSS Frame Gen and AFMF, and your GeForce RTX 4090 is compatible with DLSS Frame Gen. With Frame Generation enabled, you can expect a 2x-3x FPS multiplier on top of native framerates, significantly boosting perceived smoothness.

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Delta Force?

Delta Force requires at minimum a Core i3-4150 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 960 (GPU) with 12 GB RAM and 50 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-6500 and GeForce GTX 1060 5GB with 16 GB RAM. Your Core i5-14490F and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Delta Force FPS estimates for the Core i5-14490F and GeForce RTX 4090?

These Delta Force 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.