1Can the Core i7-9700 and GeForce RTX 4090 run Deadlock well?
The Core i7-9700 and GeForce RTX 4090 will struggle to run Deadlock at smooth framerates.
DeadlockFPS onCore i7-9700&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.
Performance Report
Deadlock
GeForce RTX 4090 + Core i7-9700
🎮Visual Experience
✅Official Requirements
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Deadlock. The Core i7-9700 is 0% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-6700K).
✅FPS Ceiling Analysis
No major FPS-ceiling mismatch detected. The GeForce RTX 4090 and Core i7-9700 stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across the tested resolutions and quality settings.
💰Value Analysis
📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for Core i7-9700 and GeForce RTX 4090
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
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| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU77% - 100% <> GPU44% - 73% <> | CPU76% - 100% <> GPU44% - 74% <> | CPU45% - 85% <> GPU43% - 75% <> | CPU45% - 87% <> GPU43% - 74% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU62% - 85% <> GPU48% - 81% <> | CPU61% - 84% <> GPU48% - 81% <> | CPU32% - 72% <> GPU48% - 82% <> | CPU32% - 72% <> GPU48% - 82% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU58% - 66% <> GPU62% - 90% <> | CPU57% - 66% <> GPU62% - 90% <> | CPU28% - 57% <> GPU62% - 91% <> | CPU28% - 57% <> GPU62% - 91% <> |
1080p (Full HD)
Low
CPU77% - 100%
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GPU44% - 73%
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Medium
CPU76% - 100%
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GPU44% - 74%
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High
CPU45% - 85%
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GPU43% - 75%
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Ultra
CPU45% - 87%
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GPU43% - 74%
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1440p (2K QHD)
Low
CPU62% - 85%
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GPU48% - 81%
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Medium
CPU61% - 84%
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GPU48% - 81%
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High
CPU32% - 72%
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GPU48% - 82%
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Ultra
CPU32% - 72%
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GPU48% - 82%
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4K (Ultra HD)
Low
CPU58% - 66%
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GPU62% - 90%
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Medium
CPU57% - 66%
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GPU62% - 90%
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High
CPU28% - 57%
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GPU62% - 91%
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Ultra
CPU28% - 57%
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GPU62% - 91%
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Performance Summary
The Core i7-9700 + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 28% and 100% and GPU utilization between 43% and 91%. Core i7-9700 reaches high load in heavier scenarios, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 59% at 1080p to 76% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 77% to 52%.
Load Interpretation
From a utilization perspective, this is a CPU-heavy load profile. At 1080p (Full HD) Low, the Core i7-9700 reaches 88% average load (77-100%), while the GeForce RTX 4090 remains comparatively lower at 58% (44-73%). This points to heavier CPU-side frame preparation work, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.
Resolution Scaling
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 77% and GPU 59%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 63% and GPU 65%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 52% and GPU 76%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
Optimal Settings Recommendation
4K (Ultra HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 62% (58-66%) and GPU 76% (62-90%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i7-9700 remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade Insight
Upgrade priority should be the CPU. The Core i7-9700 reaches 88% average load at 1080p (Full HD) Low while the GeForce RTX 4090 remains comparatively underutilized, so a faster processor would improve frame-time consistency and top-end FPS.
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.
- High GPU Load: You typically want to see High GPU Utilization (90%+) and moderate CPU usage when visual settings are heavy. This indicates the graphics pipeline is under strong load, but the exact FPS limiter should still be confirmed by the FPS ceiling analysis.
- High CPU Load: If you see High CPU Utilization (85%+) paired with lower GPU utilization, the processor is handling a disproportionate share of frame preparation and game logic. That can point to CPU-side pressure, but it should not be treated as a direct replacement for FPS ceiling analysis.
- Low CPU and GPU Load: If both CPU and GPU utilization are relatively low, it means the hardware is waiting on something else. This could be a game engine limitation, poorly optimized code, or an artificial framerate cap like VSync holding performance back. It does not mean both parts are equally fast in FPS terms.
Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.
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 i7-9700
13,206
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-2500K
RecommendedCore i7-6700K
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060
Your CPU is 0% above and your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.
+0%vsrecommended
+279%vsrecommended
+106%vsminimum
+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
2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Deadlock?
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1799 ($150 CPU (Rank #216 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). This is a well-balanced setup, meaning you're getting good value from both components without significant waste.
3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Deadlock performance?
This setup is already well-balanced for Deadlock. No significant bottleneck - CPU and GPU are well matched across all settings. Both the Core i7-9700 and GeForce RTX 4090 complement each other effectively, so upgrading either component individually would yield diminishing returns. If you want more FPS, you'd benefit most from upgrading both CPU and GPU together.
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 i7-9700 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 i7-9700 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.