Destiny 2FPS onEPYC 4565P&GeForce RTX 4090

Destiny 2

Uses the stable Tiger engine. It has dropped support for older OSs and requires significant storage space. A decent CPU is needed for raids and activities with many enemies.

Destiny 2 - FPS Estimates by Resolution

Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors

1080P
low394 FPS
medium362 FPS
high299 FPS
ultra265 FPS
1440P
low375 FPS
medium359 FPS
high311 FPS
ultra250 FPS
4K
low229 FPS
medium219 FPS
high185 FPS
ultra149 FPS

Performance Report

Destiny 2

GeForce RTX 4090 + EPYC 4565P
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 265 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 250 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 149 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4090 is 295% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 970) for Destiny 2. The EPYC 4565P is 392% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-2400).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The EPYC 4565P sets the FPS ceiling at 1080p high, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p (low/medium/ultra), all 1440p settings, all 4k settings.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce RTX 4090:$1649(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $1599
EPYC 4565P:$1980(updated 2/11/2026)
Official Launch Price: $2730

Combo price: $3629. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 265 FPS, equivalent to 0.07 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.109 fps/$0.100 fps/$0.082 fps/$0.073 fps/$
1440p0.103 fps/$0.099 fps/$0.086 fps/$0.069 fps/$
4k0.063 fps/$0.060 fps/$0.051 fps/$0.041 fps/$

* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)

Performance Limiter Analysis

EPYC 4565P|GeForce RTX 4090

This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.

📈Analysis

At 1080p high, the EPYC 4565P sets the ceiling at about 299 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 319 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 6% (FPS gap: 20 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 1/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 11/12. Confidence is low because both ceilings are very close in this cell.

Verdict

Well Balanced

The EPYC 4565P 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.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowBalanced
MediumBalanced
HighCPU Limits GPU 6%
UltraBalanced
1440p (2K QHD)
LowBalanced
MediumBalanced
HighBalanced
UltraBalanced
4K (Ultra HD)
LowBalanced
MediumBalanced
HighBalanced
UltraBalanced
Percentages show how much potential FPS of the stronger component is lost because the other component has a lower FPS ceiling.
🧠Methodology

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.

📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for EPYC 4565P and GeForce RTX 4090

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU4% - 21%
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GPU71% - 95%
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Medium
CPU4% - 21%
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GPU71% - 95%
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High
CPU24% - 44%
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GPU85% - 99%
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Ultra
CPU22% - 39%
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GPU89% - 99%
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1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU8% - 24%
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GPU75% - 94%
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Medium
CPU8% - 24%
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GPU75% - 94%
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High
CPU22% - 41%
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GPU94% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU20% - 36%
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GPU98% - 100%
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4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU6% - 21%
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GPU75% - 94%
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Medium
CPU6% - 21%
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GPU75% - 94%
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High
CPU18% - 38%
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GPU94% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU15% - 34%
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GPU98% - 100%
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Performance Summary

The EPYC 4565P + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 4% and 44% and GPU utilization between 71% and 100%. EPYC 4565P 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 88% at 1080p to 91% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 22% to 20%.

Load Interpretation

From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1440p (2K QHD) Ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 99% usage (98-100%), while the EPYC 4565P stays at 28% (20-36%). 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 22% and GPU 88%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 23% and GPU 91%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 20% and GPU 91%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

1080p (Full HD) High is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 34% (24-44%) and GPU 92% (85-99%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while EPYC 4565P remains stable for consistent frame delivery.

Upgrade Insight

Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 99% average load at 1440p (2K QHD) Ultra while the EPYC 4565P 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.

Destiny 2 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 4565P
cpu icon
64,068
Your Score
MinimumCore i3-3250
RecommendedCore i5-2400
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
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38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 970

Your CPU is 392% above and your GPU is 295% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+392%vsrecommended

GPU

+295%vsrecommended

CPU

+1912%vsminimum

GPU

+843%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i3-3250
Memory: 6 GB
Disk Space: 105 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 970
Processor: Core i5-2400
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 105 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the EPYC 4565P and GeForce RTX 4090 run Destiny 2 well?

Yes, the EPYC 4565P paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Destiny 2 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 149 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 295% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 392% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Destiny 2?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $3629 ($1980 CPU (Rank #349 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your EPYC 4565P 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 EPYC 9355P is a great upgrade option for around $2998 (Rank #287 for value).

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Destiny 2 performance?

Your EPYC 4565P 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 Destiny 2 performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1080p high.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Destiny 2?

Destiny 2 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 Destiny 2?

Destiny 2 requires at minimum a Core i3-3250 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 6 GB RAM and 105 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-2400 and GeForce GTX 970 with 8 GB RAM. Your EPYC 4565P and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Destiny 2 FPS estimates for the EPYC 4565P and GeForce RTX 4090?

These Destiny 2 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.