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 170 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 112 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 117 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 1575% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 460) for Stardew Valley. The Core i7-9700K is 9% above the recommended CPU (Core i3).
At lower resolutions (1080p ultra), the Core i7-9700K determines the performance ceiling. As graphical load increases at (all 1440p settings, all 4k settings), the GeForce RTX 4090 takes over as the primary performance factor. The system is well balanced at 1080p (low/medium/high).
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1849. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 170 FPS, equivalent to 0.09 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.115 fps/$ | 0.112 fps/$ | 0.111 fps/$ | 0.092 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.061 fps/$ | 0.062 fps/$ | 0.063 fps/$ | 0.061 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.063 fps/$ | 0.065 fps/$ | 0.065 fps/$ | 0.063 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
At 4k high, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 70 FPS, while the Core i7-9700K has headroom up to 120 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 42% (FPS gap: 50 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 8/12 cells, CPU limits 1/12, balanced 3/12.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Core i7-9700K frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 6% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 28% | GPU Limits CPU 27% | GPU Limits CPU 27% | GPU Limits CPU 28% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 41% | GPU Limits CPU 41% | GPU Limits CPU 42% | GPU Limits CPU 42% |
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.
The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU5% - 12% <> GPU0% - 0% | CPU5% - 12% <> GPU0% - 0% | CPU5% - 12% <> GPU0% - 0% | CPU2% - 8% <> GPU0% - 0% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU5% - 17% <> GPU0% - 0% | CPU5% - 17% <> GPU0% - 0% | CPU5% - 17% <> GPU0% - 0% | CPU2% - 16% <> GPU0% - 0% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU5% - 17% <> GPU2% - 5% <> | CPU5% - 17% <> GPU2% - 5% <> | CPU5% - 17% <> GPU2% - 5% <> | CPU2% - 16% <> GPU2% - 5% <> |
The Core i7-9700K + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 2% and 17% and GPU utilization between 0% and 5%. Core i7-9700K 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 4% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 7% to 11%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 17% and GPU at 5%. This pattern suggests possible engine-side limits, an FPS cap, or workload constraints unrelated to raw hardware throughput.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 7% and GPU 0%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 11% and GPU 0%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 11% and GPU 4%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.
4K (Ultra HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 11% (5-17%) and GPU 4% (2-5%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i7-9700K remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Core i7-9700K and GeForce RTX 4090 remain reasonably matched for this title.
Understanding Hardware Utilization & Bottlenecks: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. This is the key to identifying performance bottlenecks in any system.
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 9% above and your GPU is 1575% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.
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Yes, the Core i7-9700K paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Stardew Valley smoothly up to 4k achieving around 117 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 1575% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 9% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1849 ($200 CPU (Rank #274 Value) + $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: 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra. 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 Core i7-9700K and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
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.
