Extremely accessible and runs on almost anything. It is single-threaded with negligible GPU load. However, installing many mods can increase RAM usage to 2-4GB.
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 68 FPS. At 1440p, frame rates range from 45 to 55 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 41 to 49 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 1575% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 460) for Stardew Valley. The Core i5-4570TE is 77% below recommended, but 41% above minimum.
At lower resolutions (1080p ultra), the Core i5-4570TE sets the FPS ceiling. As graphical load increases at (4k (low/medium/high)), the GeForce RTX 4090 becomes the FPS-limiting side. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p (low/medium/high), all 1440p settings, 4k ultra.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1689. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 68 FPS, equivalent to 0.04 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.046 fps/$ | 0.046 fps/$ | 0.046 fps/$ | 0.040 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.032 fps/$ | 0.033 fps/$ | 0.032 fps/$ | 0.027 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.028 fps/$ | 0.029 fps/$ | 0.028 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 4k low, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 35 FPS, while the Core i5-4570TE has headroom up to 48 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 27% (FPS gap: 13 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 3/12 cells, CPU limits 1/12, balanced 8/12.
The Core i5-4570TE and GeForce RTX 4090 stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across most presets, so neither side consistently suppresses the other by a large margin.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 21% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 27% | GPU Limits CPU 27% | GPU Limits CPU 25% | Balanced |
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.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU44% - 61% <> GPU0% - 1% <> | CPU44% - 61% <> GPU0% - 1% <> | CPU44% - 61% <> GPU0% - 1% <> | CPU26% - 48% <> GPU0% - 1% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU44% - 59% <> GPU0% - 1% <> | CPU44% - 59% <> GPU0% - 1% <> | CPU44% - 59% <> GPU0% - 1% <> | CPU26% - 46% <> GPU0% - 0% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU44% - 59% <> GPU4% - 13% <> | CPU44% - 59% <> GPU4% - 13% <> | CPU44% - 59% <> GPU4% - 13% <> | CPU26% - 46% <> GPU4% - 13% <> |
The Core i5-4570TE + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 26% and 61% and GPU utilization between 0% and 13%. Core i5-4570TE keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 0% at 1080p to 8% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 48% to 48%.
The utilization pattern is relatively even. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 8% average at its highest-load preset, while the Core i5-4570TE peaks at 52% average. This suggests a fairly controlled load distribution, but the actual FPS-limiting side should still be read from the limiter analysis above.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 48% and GPU 0%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 48% and GPU 0%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 48% and GPU 8%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
4K (Ultra HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 52% (44-59%) and GPU 8% (4-13%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i5-4570TE remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Core i5-4570TE 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.
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 77% below recommended and your GPU is 1575% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
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Yes, the Core i5-4570TE paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Stardew Valley smoothly up to 1080p achieving around 68 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 1575% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 77% below the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1689 ($40 CPU + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your GeForce RTX 4090 provides phenomenal top-tier performance but at a premium enthusiast price. Since you are essentially at the ceiling of current hardware capabilities, there are no meaningful performance upgrades available. However, if you wanted a more cost-effective build that still delivers a great experience, you could theoretically step down to a high-end card with a significantly better value rating.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is already a top-tier graphics card. While it's technically the limiting factor here (which means you are fully utilizing your GPU's visual horsepower exactly as intended), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your Stardew Valley performance right now. GPU fully utilized at: 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high. CPU-limited at: 1080p ultra.
Stardew Valley 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.
Stardew Valley requires at minimum a Core 2 Duo (CPU) and GeForce 7 series (GPU) with 2 GB RAM and 500 MB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3 and GeForce GTX 460 with 4 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 Stardew Valley 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.
