A continuous open world with player-built structures creates a heavy streaming load. It scales well but recommends 6GB+ VRAM for higher settings.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 158 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 144 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 103 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Once Human. The Core i9-12900KS is 255% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-7700).
The Core i9-12900KS sets the FPS ceiling at 1440p medium, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at all 1080p settings, 1440p (low/high/ultra), all 4k settings.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $2034. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 158 FPS, equivalent to 0.08 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.135 fps/$ | 0.116 fps/$ | 0.095 fps/$ | 0.078 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.119 fps/$ | 0.098 fps/$ | 0.086 fps/$ | 0.071 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.081 fps/$ | 0.073 fps/$ | 0.060 fps/$ | 0.051 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 i9-12900KS sets the ceiling at about 201 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 216 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 7% (FPS gap: 15 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 2/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 10/12. Confidence is low because both ceilings are very close in this cell.
The Core i9-12900KS and GeForce RTX 4090 stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across most presets, so neither side consistently suppresses the other by a large margin.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 7% | Balanced | Balanced |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 6% | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced |
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) | CPU59% - 68% <> GPU69% - 79% <> | CPU59% - 68% <> GPU69% - 79% <> | CPU46% - 59% <> GPU83% - 91% <> | CPU46% - 59% <> GPU83% - 91% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU53% - 59% <> GPU78% - 82% <> | CPU53% - 59% <> GPU78% - 82% <> | CPU36% - 59% <> GPU94% - 97% <> | CPU36% - 59% <> GPU94% - 97% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU43% - 54% <> GPU78% - 84% <> | CPU43% - 54% <> GPU78% - 84% <> | CPU34% - 43% <> GPU95% - 99% <> | CPU34% - 43% <> GPU95% - 99% <> |
The Core i9-12900KS + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 34% and 68% and GPU utilization between 69% and 99%. Core i9-12900KS stays in a controlled operating range, while GeForce RTX 4090 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 81% at 1080p to 89% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 58% to 43%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 4K (Ultra HD) High, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 97% usage (95-99%), while the Core i9-12900KS stays at 38% (34-43%). 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 58% and GPU 81%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 52% and GPU 88%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 43% and GPU 89%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1080p (Full HD) High is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 52% (46-59%) and GPU 87% (83-91%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i9-12900KS remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 97% average load at 4K (Ultra HD) High while the Core i9-12900KS 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 255% 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 i9-12900KS paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Once Human smoothly up to 4k achieving around 103 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 255% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $2034 ($385 CPU (Rank #149 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Core i9-12900KS 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 processor with a significantly better value rating. For example, the Ryzen 9 9950X is a great upgrade option for around $649 (Rank #5 for value).
Your Core i9-12900KS is already an incredibly powerful processor. While it's technically the first component to hit its limit (which is completely normal in state-of-the-art builds), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your Once Human performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1440p medium.
Once Human 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.
Once Human requires at minimum a Core i5-4460 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 750 Ti (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 55 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-7700 and GeForce GTX 1060 with 16 GB RAM. Your Core i9-12900KS and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Once Human 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.
