A classic 2D sandbox. While generally light, heavy boss fights and fluid physics can slow down older CPUs. It requires Shader Model 2.0 support.
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 118 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 112 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 109 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 6804% above the recommended GPU (GeForce 9600 GT) for Terraria. The Core i7-13700KF is 1987% above the recommended CPU (Core 2 Duo).
The Core i7-13700KF sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at all 4k settings.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1999. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 120 FPS, equivalent to 0.06 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.059 fps/$ | 0.059 fps/$ | 0.060 fps/$ | 0.060 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.056 fps/$ | 0.056 fps/$ | 0.058 fps/$ | 0.059 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.055 fps/$ | 0.055 fps/$ | 0.056 fps/$ | 0.057 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1080p high, the Core i7-13700KF sets the ceiling at about 116 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 145 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 20% (FPS gap: 29 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 8/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 4/12.
Your Core i7-13700KF 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 19% | CPU Limits GPU 19% | CPU Limits GPU 20% | CPU Limits GPU 20% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 8% | CPU Limits GPU 8% | CPU Limits GPU 7% | CPU Limits GPU 7% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | 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) | CPU3% - 27% <> GPU13% - 32% <> | CPU3% - 27% <> GPU13% - 32% <> | CPU3% - 27% <> GPU13% - 32% <> | CPU15% - 48% <> GPU11% - 27% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU3% - 4% <> GPU20% - 41% <> | CPU3% - 4% <> GPU20% - 41% <> | CPU3% - 4% <> GPU20% - 41% <> | CPU12% - 19% <> GPU22% - 46% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU0% - 0% GPU27% - 50% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU27% - 50% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU27% - 50% <> | CPU4% - 7% <> GPU30% - 54% <> |
The Core i7-13700KF + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 48% and GPU utilization between 11% and 54%. Core i7-13700KF keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 21% at 1080p to 39% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 19% to 2%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 48% and GPU at 54%. 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.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 19% and GPU 21%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 7% and GPU 31%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 2% and GPU 39%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
4K (Ultra HD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 6% (4-7%) and GPU 42% (30-54%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i7-13700KF remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Core i7-13700KF 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 1987% above and your GPU is 6804% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Core i7-13700KF paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Terraria smoothly up to 4k achieving around 114 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 6804% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 1987% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1999 ($350 CPU (Rank #93 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Core i7-13700KF 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).
Your Core i7-13700KF 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 Terraria performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra.
Terraria 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.
Terraria requires at minimum a Pentium 4 (CPU) and GeForce FX 5900 (GPU) with 2.5 GB RAM and 200 MB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core 2 Duo and GeForce 9600 GT with 4 GB RAM. Your Core i7-13700KF and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Terraria 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.
