PUBG has improved significantly since its early access days but remains a demanding title. Large maps require aggressive asset streaming, making it sensitive to RAM and storage speed. 16GB of RAM is practically mandatory; with only 8GB, you will likely experience stuttering. An SSD is also crucial to ensure textures and buildings load in on time.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 240 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 198 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 139 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS. The Core i7-13700T is 127% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-6600K).
The Core i7-13700T sets the FPS ceiling at 1080p (low/medium/ultra), all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p high.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1899. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 240 FPS, equivalent to 0.13 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.194 fps/$ | 0.167 fps/$ | 0.147 fps/$ | 0.126 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.148 fps/$ | 0.131 fps/$ | 0.113 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.115 fps/$ | 0.107 fps/$ | 0.092 fps/$ | 0.073 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1440p medium, the Core i7-13700T sets the ceiling at about 244 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 313 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 22% (FPS gap: 69 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 11/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 1/12.
Your Core i7-13700T 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 11% | CPU Limits GPU 11% | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 6% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 19% | CPU Limits GPU 22% | CPU Limits GPU 14% | CPU Limits GPU 18% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 16% | CPU Limits GPU 20% | CPU Limits GPU 9% | CPU Limits GPU 15% |
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% - 56% <> GPU71% - 86% <> | CPU17% - 44% <> GPU70% - 90% <> | CPU17% - 44% <> GPU70% - 90% <> | CPU18% - 45% <> GPU69% - 89% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU46% - 57% <> GPU75% - 90% <> | CPU18% - 46% <> GPU96% - 100% <> | CPU18% - 46% <> GPU96% - 100% <> | CPU18% - 46% <> GPU99% - 100% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU52% - 57% <> GPU74% - 89% <> | CPU18% - 52% <> GPU94% - 100% <> | CPU18% - 52% <> GPU94% - 100% <> | CPU18% - 52% <> GPU97% - 100% <> |
The Core i7-13700T + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 17% and 57% and GPU utilization between 69% and 100%. Core i7-13700T keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 79% at 1080p to 94% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 36% to 40%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1440p (2K QHD) Ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 100% usage (99-100%), while the Core i7-13700T stays at 32% (18-46%). This shows the graphics pipeline is carrying most of the workload, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 36% and GPU 79%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 37% and GPU 95%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 40% and GPU 94%. This shows that GPU demand scales sharply with resolution while CPU load remains comparatively stable.
1440p (2K QHD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 52% (46-57%) and GPU 82% (75-90%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i7-13700T remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 100% average load at 1440p (2K QHD) Ultra while the Core i7-13700T still has headroom, so a faster graphics card would deliver the largest uplift.
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 127% above and your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Core i7-13700T paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS smoothly up to 4k achieving around 139 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 127% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1899 ($250 CPU (Rank #155 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).
For PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core i7-13700T 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 low, 1080p medium, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS 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.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS requires at minimum a Core i5-4430 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 960 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 40 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-6600K and GeForce GTX 1060 with 16 GB RAM. Your Core i7-13700T and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS 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.
