1Can the EPYC 4484PX and GeForce RTX 4090 run Hogwarts Legacy well?
The EPYC 4484PX and GeForce RTX 4090 will struggle to run Hogwarts Legacy at smooth framerates.
Hogwarts LegacyFPS onEPYC 4484PX&GeForce RTX 4090
Hogwarts Legacy
Known for high VRAM consumption, this game can easily saturate 8GB cards with its detailed textures. 16GB of system RAM is the minimum, with 32GB being ideal for a stutter-free experience in the open world.
Performance Report
Hogwarts Legacy
GeForce RTX 4090 + EPYC 4484PX
🎮Visual Experience
✅Official Requirements
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 105% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) for Hogwarts Legacy. The EPYC 4484PX is 186% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-8700).
✅FPS Ceiling Analysis
No major FPS-ceiling mismatch detected. The GeForce RTX 4090 and EPYC 4484PX stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across the tested resolutions and quality settings.
💰Value Analysis
📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for EPYC 4484PX and GeForce RTX 4090
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU32% - 44% <> GPU39% - 61% <> | CPU32% - 45% <> GPU50% - 70% <> | CPU32% - 49% <> GPU58% - 81% <> | CPU39% - 51% <> GPU63% - 92% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU32% - 47% <> GPU59% - 85% <> | CPU32% - 46% <> GPU69% - 93% <> | CPU33% - 47% <> GPU81% - 96% <> | CPU39% - 48% <> GPU84% - 99% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU25% - 29% <> GPU87% - 100% <> | CPU24% - 29% <> GPU89% - 100% <> | CPU24% - 31% <> GPU93% - 99% <> | CPU30% - 30% GPU94% - 99% <> |
1080p (Full HD)
Low
CPU32% - 44%
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GPU39% - 61%
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Medium
CPU32% - 45%
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GPU50% - 70%
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High
CPU32% - 49%
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GPU58% - 81%
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Ultra
CPU39% - 51%
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GPU63% - 92%
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1440p (2K QHD)
Low
CPU32% - 47%
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GPU59% - 85%
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Medium
CPU32% - 46%
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GPU69% - 93%
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High
CPU33% - 47%
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GPU81% - 96%
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Ultra
CPU39% - 48%
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GPU84% - 99%
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4K (Ultra HD)
Low
CPU25% - 29%
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GPU87% - 100%
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Medium
CPU24% - 29%
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GPU89% - 100%
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High
CPU24% - 31%
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GPU93% - 99%
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Ultra
CPU30% - 30%
GPU94% - 99%
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Performance Summary
The EPYC 4484PX + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 24% and 51% and GPU utilization between 39% and 100%. EPYC 4484PX keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 65% at 1080p to 95% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 40% to 28%.
Load Interpretation
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 4K (Ultra HD) High, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 96% usage (93-99%), while the EPYC 4484PX stays at 28% (24-31%). This shows the graphics pipeline is carrying most of the workload, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.
Resolution Scaling
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 40% and GPU 65%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 41% and GPU 83%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 28% and GPU 95%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
Optimal Settings Recommendation
1440p (2K QHD) High is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 40% (33-47%) and GPU 88% (81-96%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while EPYC 4484PX remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade Insight
Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 96% average load at 4K (Ultra HD) High while the EPYC 4484PX 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.
- High GPU Load: You typically want to see High GPU Utilization (90%+) and moderate CPU usage when visual settings are heavy. This indicates the graphics pipeline is under strong load, but the exact FPS limiter should still be confirmed by the FPS ceiling analysis.
- High CPU Load: If you see High CPU Utilization (85%+) paired with lower GPU utilization, the processor is handling a disproportionate share of frame preparation and game logic. That can point to CPU-side pressure, but it should not be treated as a direct replacement for FPS ceiling analysis.
- Low CPU and GPU Load: If both CPU and GPU utilization are relatively low, it means the hardware is waiting on something else. This could be a game engine limitation, poorly optimized code, or an artificial framerate cap like VSync holding performance back. It does not mean both parts are equally fast in FPS terms.
Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.
Hogwarts Legacy Requirements Comparison
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.
CPU - EPYC 4484PX
50,547
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-6600
RecommendedCore i7-8700
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 960
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
Your CPU is 186% above and your GPU is 105% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
+186%vsrecommended
+105%vsrecommended
+554%vsminimum
+380%vsminimum
Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 960
Processor: Core i5-6600
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 85 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
Processor: Core i7-8700
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 85 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Frequently Asked Questions
2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Hogwarts Legacy?
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $2248 ($599 CPU (Rank #73 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). This is a well-balanced setup, meaning you're getting good value from both components without significant waste.
3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Hogwarts Legacy performance?
This setup is already well-balanced for Hogwarts Legacy. No significant bottleneck - CPU and GPU are well matched across all settings. Both the EPYC 4484PX and GeForce RTX 4090 complement each other effectively, so upgrading either component individually would yield diminishing returns. If you want more FPS, you'd benefit most from upgrading both CPU and GPU together.
4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Hogwarts Legacy?
Hogwarts Legacy 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.
5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Hogwarts Legacy?
Hogwarts Legacy requires at minimum a Core i5-6600 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 960 (GPU) with 16 GB RAM and 85 GB (SSD) storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-8700 and GeForce GTX 1080 Ti with 16 GB RAM. Your EPYC 4484PX and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
6How accurate are these Hogwarts Legacy FPS estimates for the EPYC 4484PX and GeForce RTX 4090?
These Hogwarts Legacy 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.