A heavy RE Engine title using advanced geometry and global illumination. It has sparked discussion by listing Frame Generation as a requirement for 60 FPS in its recommended specs. An SSD is mandatory.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, frame rates range from 46 to 69 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 36 to 62 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 16 to 28 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 93% above the recommended GPU (GeForce RTX 2070 Super) for Monster Hunter Wilds. The Core i9-10940X is 42% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-11600K).
The Core i9-10940X sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $2109. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 46 FPS, equivalent to 0.02 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.033 fps/$ | 0.028 fps/$ | 0.025 fps/$ | 0.022 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.029 fps/$ | 0.025 fps/$ | 0.021 fps/$ | 0.017 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.013 fps/$ | 0.012 fps/$ | 0.009 fps/$ | 0.008 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 4k medium, the Core i9-10940X sets the ceiling at about 24 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 91 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 74% (FPS gap: 67 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Core i9-10940X 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 68% | CPU Limits GPU 68% | CPU Limits GPU 63% | CPU Limits GPU 63% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 56% | CPU Limits GPU 58% | CPU Limits GPU 59% | CPU Limits GPU 59% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 73% | CPU Limits GPU 74% | CPU Limits GPU 73% | CPU Limits GPU 72% |
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) | CPU77% - 89% <> GPU57% - 87% <> | CPU78% - 94% <> GPU66% - 94% <> | CPU51% - 77% <> GPU88% - 99% <> | CPU51% - 76% <> GPU86% - 97% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU48% - 70% <> GPU60% - 89% <> | CPU49% - 74% <> GPU71% - 98% <> | CPU40% - 72% <> GPU87% - 99% <> | CPU40% - 71% <> GPU84% - 96% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU43% - 63% <> GPU64% - 90% <> | CPU45% - 67% <> GPU78% - 99% <> | CPU34% - 65% <> GPU95% - 100% <> | CPU35% - 65% <> GPU92% - 99% <> |
The Core i9-10940X + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 34% and 94% and GPU utilization between 57% and 100%. Core i9-10940X reaches high load in heavier scenarios, while GeForce RTX 4090 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 85% at 1080p to 90% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 74% to 52%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 4K (Ultra HD) High, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 98% usage (95-100%), while the Core i9-10940X stays at 50% (34-65%). 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 74% and GPU 85%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 58% and GPU 85%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 52% and GPU 90%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
4K (Ultra HD) Medium is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 56% (45-67%) and GPU 88% (78-99%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i9-10940X remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Both components are stressed near their limits in the heaviest presets (Core i9-10940X: 86% avg, GeForce RTX 4090: 98% avg). A targeted upgrade should follow your target resolution: GPU first for higher image quality, CPU first for higher minimum 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.
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 42% above and your GPU is 93% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.
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The Core i9-10940X and GeForce RTX 4090 will struggle to run Monster Hunter Wilds at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 46 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $2109 ($460 CPU (Rank #312 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 Monster Hunter Wilds, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core i9-10940X 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 high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
Monster Hunter Wilds 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.
Monster Hunter Wilds requires at minimum a Core i5-10600 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 1660 Super (GPU) with 16 GB RAM and 140 GB (SSD) storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-11600K and GeForce RTX 2070 Super with 16 GB RAM. Your Core i9-10940X and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Monster Hunter Wilds 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.
