This tactical shooter uses the AnvilNext 2.0 engine and features procedural environmental destruction, which can be taxing on the CPU. The Vulkan API helps older hardware maintain performance by better utilizing available resources. Siege is sensitive to RAM speed and latency. The HD Texture Pack can push VRAM usage over 6GB, so cards with 8GB or more are recommended for the best visual experience at 1080p or 1440p.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 268 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 232 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 134 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 611% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 670) for Rainbow Six Siege. The Core i9-9900X is 228% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-2500K).
The Core i9-9900X 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: $1949. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 268 FPS, equivalent to 0.14 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.227 fps/$ | 0.195 fps/$ | 0.161 fps/$ | 0.138 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.175 fps/$ | 0.156 fps/$ | 0.142 fps/$ | 0.119 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.101 fps/$ | 0.095 fps/$ | 0.082 fps/$ | 0.069 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 ultra, the Core i9-9900X sets the ceiling at about 133 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 308 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 57% (FPS gap: 175 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Core i9-9900X 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 38% | CPU Limits GPU 38% | CPU Limits GPU 38% | CPU Limits GPU 41% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 46% | CPU Limits GPU 48% | CPU Limits GPU 46% | CPU Limits GPU 48% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 54% | CPU Limits GPU 52% | CPU Limits GPU 56% | CPU Limits GPU 57% |
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) | CPU94% - 100% <> GPU23% - 37% <> | CPU94% - 100% <> GPU23% - 37% <> | CPU37% - 55% <> GPU77% - 80% <> | CPU37% - 55% <> GPU77% - 80% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU92% - 93% <> GPU23% - 43% <> | CPU92% - 93% <> GPU23% - 43% <> | CPU19% - 56% <> GPU78% - 80% <> | CPU19% - 56% <> GPU78% - 80% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU92% - 93% <> GPU23% - 43% <> | CPU92% - 93% <> GPU23% - 43% <> | CPU19% - 56% <> GPU78% - 80% <> | CPU19% - 56% <> GPU78% - 80% <> |
The Core i9-9900X + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 19% and 100% and GPU utilization between 23% and 80%. Core i9-9900X reaches high load in heavier scenarios, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 54% at 1080p to 56% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 72% to 65%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a CPU-heavy load profile. At 1080p (Full HD) Low, the Core i9-9900X reaches 97% average load (94-100%), while the GeForce RTX 4090 remains comparatively lower at 30% (23-37%). This points to heavier CPU-side frame preparation work, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 72% and GPU 54%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 65% and GPU 56%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 65% and GPU 56%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1440p (2K QHD) High is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 38% (19-56%) and GPU 79% (78-80%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Core i9-9900X remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade priority should be the CPU. The Core i9-9900X reaches 97% average load at 1080p (Full HD) Low while the GeForce RTX 4090 remains comparatively underutilized, so a faster processor would improve frame-time consistency and top-end 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 228% above and your GPU is 611% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Core i9-9900X paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Rainbow Six Siege smoothly up to 4k achieving around 134 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 611% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 228% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1949 ($300 CPU (Rank #273 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 Rainbow Six Siege, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Core i9-9900X 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.
Rainbow Six Siege 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.
Rainbow Six Siege requires at minimum a Core i3-560 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 460 (GPU) with 6 GB RAM and 61 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-2500K and GeForce GTX 670 with 8 GB RAM. Your Core i9-9900X and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Rainbow Six Siege 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.
