Dota 2 moved to the Source 2 engine well before CS2. The 'New Frontiers' update expanded the map by 40%, increasing the load on CPU and memory. Unlike LoL, Dota 2 uses more complex models and lighting. It benefits significantly from the Vulkan API, which distributes load better across CPU cores, though it still relies heavily on main core performance. For stable performance in chaotic 5v5 fights, 16GB of RAM is highly recommended.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 358 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 353 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 231 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 521% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 960) for Dota 2. The EPYC 9175F is 928% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-2500K).
The EPYC 9175F sets the FPS ceiling at all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $5352. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 358 FPS, equivalent to 0.07 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.086 fps/$ | 0.079 fps/$ | 0.074 fps/$ | 0.067 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.086 fps/$ | 0.082 fps/$ | 0.078 fps/$ | 0.066 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.060 fps/$ | 0.058 fps/$ | 0.053 fps/$ | 0.043 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 EPYC 9175F sets the ceiling at about 324 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 374 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 13% (FPS gap: 50 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 4/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 8/12.
The EPYC 9175F 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.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 13% | CPU Limits GPU 12% | CPU Limits GPU 11% | CPU Limits GPU 11% |
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) | CPU2% - 17% <> GPU36% - 72% <> | CPU2% - 17% <> GPU36% - 72% <> | CPU2% - 17% <> GPU36% - 72% <> | CPU7% - 27% <> GPU43% - 75% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU0% - 14% <> GPU45% - 70% <> | CPU0% - 14% <> GPU45% - 70% <> | CPU0% - 14% <> GPU45% - 70% <> | CPU5% - 22% <> GPU51% - 75% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU4% - 22% <> GPU44% - 81% <> | CPU4% - 22% <> GPU44% - 81% <> | CPU4% - 22% <> GPU44% - 81% <> | CPU10% - 32% <> GPU51% - 85% <> |
The EPYC 9175F + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 32% and GPU utilization between 36% and 85%. EPYC 9175F keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 55% at 1080p to 64% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 12% to 15%.
The utilization pattern is relatively even. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 68% average at its highest-load preset, while the EPYC 9175F peaks at 21% average. This suggests a fairly controlled load distribution, but the actual FPS-limiting side should still be read from the limiter analysis above.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 12% and GPU 55%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 9% and GPU 59%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 15% and GPU 64%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
4K (Ultra HD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 21% (10-32%) and GPU 68% (51-85%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while EPYC 9175F remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the EPYC 9175F 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 928% above and your GPU is 521% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the EPYC 9175F paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Dota 2 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 231 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 521% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 928% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $5352 ($3703 CPU (Rank #486 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your EPYC 9175F 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) while costing less than your current CPU.
Your EPYC 9175F 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 Dota 2 performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
Dota 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.
Dota 2 requires at minimum a Core 2 Duo E7400 (CPU) and GeForce 8600 GT (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 60 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-2500K and GeForce GTX 960 with 8 GB RAM. Your EPYC 9175F and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Dota 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.
