PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDSFPS onEPYC 7303P&GeForce RTX 4090

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS

PUBG has improved significantly since its early access days but remains a demanding title. Large maps require aggressive asset streaming, making it sensitive to RAM and storage speed. 16GB of RAM is practically mandatory; with only 8GB, you will likely experience stuttering. An SSD is also crucial to ensure textures and buildings load in on time.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low322 FPS
medium258 FPS
high225 FPS
ultra169 FPS
1440P
low248 FPS
medium209 FPS
high181 FPS
ultra147 FPS
4K
low168 FPS
medium125 FPS
high107 FPS
ultra77 FPS

Performance Report

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS

GeForce RTX 4090 + EPYC 7303P
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 169 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 147 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 77 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS. The EPYC 7303P is 198% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-6600K).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The EPYC 7303P sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce RTX 4090:$1649(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $1599
EPYC 7303P:$594(updated 2/11/2026)
Official Launch Price: $594

Combo price: $2243. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 169 FPS, equivalent to 0.08 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.144 fps/$0.115 fps/$0.100 fps/$0.075 fps/$
1440p0.111 fps/$0.093 fps/$0.081 fps/$0.066 fps/$
4k0.075 fps/$0.056 fps/$0.048 fps/$0.034 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

EPYC 7303P|GeForce RTX 4090

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

📈Analysis

At 4k medium, the EPYC 7303P sets the ceiling at about 122 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 242 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 50% (FPS gap: 120 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

CPU Limits GPU

Your EPYC 7303P is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 25%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 28%
HighCPU Limits GPU 18%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 33%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 30%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 34%
HighCPU Limits GPU 24%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 36%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 36%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 50%
HighCPU Limits GPU 42%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 50%
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 7303P and GeForce RTX 4090

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU72% - 85%
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GPU45% - 68%
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Medium
CPU41% - 62%
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GPU57% - 85%
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High
CPU41% - 62%
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GPU57% - 85%
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Ultra
CPU41% - 72%
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GPU64% - 86%
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1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU72% - 87%
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GPU51% - 68%
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Medium
CPU41% - 65%
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GPU84% - 98%
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High
CPU41% - 65%
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GPU84% - 98%
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Ultra
CPU41% - 62%
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GPU92% - 98%
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4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU72% - 89%
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GPU51% - 68%
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Medium
CPU41% - 67%
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GPU83% - 98%
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High
CPU41% - 67%
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GPU83% - 98%
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Ultra
CPU41% - 64%
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GPU91% - 98%
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Performance Summary

The EPYC 7303P + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 41% and 89% and GPU utilization between 45% and 98%. EPYC 7303P 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 68% at 1080p to 84% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 60% to 60%.

Load Interpretation

From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1440p (2K QHD) Ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 95% usage (92-98%), while the EPYC 7303P stays at 52% (41-62%). 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 60% and GPU 68%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 60% and GPU 84%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 60% and GPU 84%. This shows that GPU demand scales sharply with resolution while CPU load remains comparatively stable.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

4K (Ultra HD) Medium is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 54% (41-67%) and GPU 90% (83-98%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while EPYC 7303P remains stable for consistent frame delivery.

Upgrade Insight

Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the EPYC 7303P 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.

  • 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.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS 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 7303P
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36,487
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-4430
RecommendedCore i5-6600K
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
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38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 960
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 198% above and your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+198%vsrecommended

GPU

+279%vsrecommended

CPU

+684%vsminimum

GPU

+521%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 960
Processor: Core i5-4430
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 40 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1060
Processor: Core i5-6600K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 50 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the EPYC 7303P and GeForce RTX 4090 run PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS well?

Yes, the EPYC 7303P paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS smoothly up to 4k achieving around 77 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 198% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $2243 ($594 CPU (Rank #153 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your EPYC 7303P 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 Xeon Platinum 8571N is a great upgrade option for around $599 (Rank #60 for value).

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS performance?

Your EPYC 7303P 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS performance right now. CPU fully utilized 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.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS?

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS?

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS requires at minimum a Core i5-4430 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 960 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 40 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-6600K and GeForce GTX 1060 with 16 GB RAM. Your EPYC 7303P and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS FPS estimates for the EPYC 7303P and GeForce RTX 4090?

These PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS 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.