Extremely lightweight. The main requirement is a stable network connection. It runs on almost anything with a screen.
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 162 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 64 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 56 to 60 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 2070% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 650) for Among Us. The Core i9-7980XE is 124% above the recommended CPU (Core i3-4330).
The Core i9-7980XE 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: $1949. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 162 FPS, equivalent to 0.08 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.084 fps/$ | 0.086 fps/$ | 0.089 fps/$ | 0.083 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.033 fps/$ | 0.033 fps/$ | 0.033 fps/$ | 0.035 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.029 fps/$ | 0.030 fps/$ | 0.029 fps/$ | 0.031 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1080p low, the Core i9-7980XE sets the ceiling at about 104 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 312 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 67% (FPS gap: 208 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Core i9-7980XE 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 67% | CPU Limits GPU 67% | CPU Limits GPU 67% | CPU Limits GPU 66% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 48% | CPU Limits GPU 49% | CPU Limits GPU 51% | CPU Limits GPU 49% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 46% | CPU Limits GPU 46% | CPU Limits GPU 48% | CPU Limits GPU 46% |
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) | CPU0% - 0% GPU12% - 25% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU12% - 25% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU12% - 25% <> | CPU0% - 4% <> GPU11% - 27% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU0% - 0% GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU0% - 3% <> GPU11% - 27% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU0% - 0% GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU0% - 3% <> GPU11% - 27% <> |
The Core i9-7980XE + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 4% and GPU utilization between 11% and 27%. Core i9-7980XE keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 18% at 1080p to 18% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 1% to 1%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 4% and GPU at 27%. This pattern suggests possible engine-side limits, an FPS cap, or workload constraints unrelated to raw hardware throughput. It also shows why low utilization does not automatically mean there is no FPS limiter.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 1% and GPU 18%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 1% and GPU 18%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 1% and GPU 18%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.
1080p (Full HD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 2% (0-4%) and GPU 19% (11-27%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i9-7980XE remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Core i9-7980XE and GeForce RTX 4090 remain reasonably matched for this title.
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 124% above and your GPU is 2070% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Core i9-7980XE paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Among Us smoothly up to 4k achieving around 60 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 2070% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 124% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1949 ($300 CPU (Rank #299 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 Among Us, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core i9-7980XE 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.
Among Us 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.
Among Us requires at minimum a Core i3-4330 (CPU) and GeForce GT 610 (GPU) with 1 GB RAM and 250 MB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3-4330 and GeForce GTX 650 with 4 GB RAM. Your Core i9-7980XE and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Among Us 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.
