A classic 2D sandbox. While generally light, heavy boss fights and fluid physics can slow down older CPUs. It requires Shader Model 2.0 support.
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 130 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 122 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 113 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 6804% above the recommended GPU (GeForce 9600 GT) for Terraria. The EPYC 9135 is 2538% above the recommended CPU (Core 2 Duo).
The GeForce RTX 4090 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the EPYC 9135 still has additional frame-generation headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1744. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 130 FPS, equivalent to 0.07 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.076 fps/$ | 0.076 fps/$ | 0.076 fps/$ | 0.075 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.071 fps/$ | 0.070 fps/$ | 0.073 fps/$ | 0.071 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.066 fps/$ | 0.065 fps/$ | 0.068 fps/$ | 0.065 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 low, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 123 FPS, while the EPYC 9135 has headroom up to 191 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 36% (FPS gap: 68 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the EPYC 9135 frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 30% | GPU Limits CPU 28% | GPU Limits CPU 28% | GPU Limits CPU 27% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 35% | GPU Limits CPU 34% | GPU Limits CPU 35% | GPU Limits CPU 34% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 36% | GPU Limits CPU 35% | GPU Limits CPU 35% | GPU Limits CPU 33% |
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% GPU4% - 14% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU4% - 14% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU4% - 14% <> | CPU5% - 10% <> GPU0% - 1% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU0% - 9% <> GPU4% - 16% <> | CPU0% - 9% <> GPU4% - 16% <> | CPU0% - 9% <> GPU4% - 16% <> | CPU8% - 15% <> GPU2% - 11% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU0% - 3% <> GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU0% - 3% <> GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU0% - 3% <> GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU2% - 6% <> GPU9% - 18% <> |
The EPYC 9135 + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 15% and GPU utilization between 0% and 24%. EPYC 9135 keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 7% at 1080p to 17% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 2% to 3%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 15% and GPU at 24%. 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 2% and GPU 7%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 6% and GPU 9%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 3% and GPU 17%. This shows that GPU demand scales sharply with resolution while CPU load remains comparatively stable.
4K (Ultra HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 2% (0-3%) and GPU 18% (11-24%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while EPYC 9135 remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the EPYC 9135 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 2538% above and your GPU is 6804% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the EPYC 9135 paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Terraria smoothly up to 4k achieving around 113 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 6804% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 2538% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1744 ($95 CPU (Rank #226 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your GeForce RTX 4090 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 card with a significantly better value rating.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is already a top-tier graphics card. While it's technically the limiting factor here (which means you are fully utilizing your GPU's visual horsepower exactly as intended), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your Terraria performance right now. GPU 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.
Terraria 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.
Terraria requires at minimum a Pentium 4 (CPU) and GeForce FX 5900 (GPU) with 2.5 GB RAM and 200 MB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core 2 Duo and GeForce 9600 GT with 4 GB RAM. Your EPYC 9135 and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Terraria 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.
