DeadlockFPS onCore i7-13700K&GeForce RTX 4090

Deadlock

Valve's new MOBA/Shooter hybrid. It has higher requirements than Dota 2, with 16GB of RAM recommended for a smooth experience.

Deadlock - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low223 FPS
medium183 FPS
high155 FPS
ultra143 FPS
1440P
low243 FPS
medium209 FPS
high177 FPS
ultra159 FPS
4K
low138 FPS
medium113 FPS
high98 FPS
ultra78 FPS

Performance Report

Deadlock

GeForce RTX 4090 + Core i7-13700K
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 143 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 159 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 78 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Deadlock. The Core i7-13700K is 248% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-6700K).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Core i7-13700K sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, 1440p (medium/high/ultra), 4k ultra, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1440p low, 4k (low/medium/high).

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce RTX 4090:$1649(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $1599
Core i7-13700K:$400(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $409

Combo price: $2049. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 143 FPS, equivalent to 0.07 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.109 fps/$0.089 fps/$0.076 fps/$0.070 fps/$
1440p0.119 fps/$0.102 fps/$0.086 fps/$0.078 fps/$
4k0.067 fps/$0.055 fps/$0.048 fps/$0.038 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Core i7-13700K|GeForce RTX 4090

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

📈Analysis

At 1080p ultra, the Core i7-13700K sets the ceiling at about 138 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 170 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 19% (FPS gap: 32 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 8/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 4/12.

Verdict

CPU Limits GPU

Your Core i7-13700K 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 13%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 16%
HighCPU Limits GPU 16%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 19%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowBalanced
MediumCPU Limits GPU 7%
HighCPU Limits GPU 7%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 10%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowBalanced
MediumBalanced
HighBalanced
UltraCPU Limits GPU 11%
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.

Deadlock 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 i7-13700K
cpu icon
45,784
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-2500K
RecommendedCore i7-6700K
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
gpu icon
38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 248% above and your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+248%vsrecommended

GPU

+279%vsrecommended

CPU

+615%vsminimum

GPU

+843%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i5-2500K
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1060
Processor: Core i7-6700K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Core i7-13700K and GeForce RTX 4090 run Deadlock well?

Yes, the Core i7-13700K paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Deadlock smoothly up to 4k achieving around 78 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 248% above the recommended requirements.

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

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $2049 ($400 CPU (Rank #146 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Core i7-13700K 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 processor with a significantly better value rating. 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 Deadlock performance?

Your Core i7-13700K is already an incredibly powerful processor. While it's technically the first component to hit its limit (which is completely normal in state-of-the-art builds), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your Deadlock performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Deadlock?

Deadlock 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 Deadlock?

Deadlock requires at minimum a Core i5-2500K (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 20 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-6700K and GeForce GTX 1060 with 16 GB RAM. Your Core i7-13700K and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Deadlock FPS estimates for the Core i7-13700K and GeForce RTX 4090?

These Deadlock 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.