VR support requires stronger hardware. The game also uses the CPU for voice recognition processing, adding a unique load.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 273 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 251 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 166 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 167% above the recommended GPU (GeForce RTX 2060) for Phasmophobia. The Core i9-11900KF is 39% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-10600).
At lower resolutions (all 1080p settings, 1440p (low/high/ultra)), the Core i9-11900KF determines the performance ceiling. As graphical load increases at (all 4k settings), the GeForce RTX 4090 takes over as the primary performance factor. The system is well balanced at 1440p medium.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1998. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 273 FPS, equivalent to 0.14 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.201 fps/$ | 0.179 fps/$ | 0.148 fps/$ | 0.137 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.189 fps/$ | 0.171 fps/$ | 0.146 fps/$ | 0.126 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.117 fps/$ | 0.119 fps/$ | 0.095 fps/$ | 0.083 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
At 4k medium, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 189 FPS, while the Core i9-11900KF has headroom up to 237 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 20% (FPS gap: 48 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 4/12 cells, CPU limits 8/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Core i9-11900KF frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU Limits GPU 9% | CPU Limits GPU 7% | CPU Limits GPU 10% | CPU Limits GPU 11% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 8% | CPU Limits GPU 6% | CPU Limits GPU 7% | CPU Limits GPU 7% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 18% | GPU Limits CPU 20% | GPU Limits CPU 19% | GPU Limits CPU 16% |
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.
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 39% above and your GPU is 167% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.
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Yes, the Core i9-11900KF paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Phasmophobia smoothly up to 4k achieving around 166 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 167% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 39% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1998 ($349 CPU (Rank #279 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 Phasmophobia, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core i9-11900KF 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 high, 1440p ultra. GPU fully utilized at: 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
Phasmophobia 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.
Phasmophobia requires at minimum a Core i5-4590 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 970 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 21 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-10600 and GeForce RTX 2060 with 8 GB RAM. Your Core i9-11900KF and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Phasmophobia 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.
