Being turn-based, extreme FPS is less critical here. The game features high-fidelity models and uses considerable storage for audio and cutscenes. 8GB of RAM is recommended for smooth operation.
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, frame rates range from 40 to 62 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 41 to 66 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 33 to 49 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Honkai: Star Rail. The Ryzen 5 4500 is 26% below recommended, but 22% above minimum.
The Ryzen 5 4500 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1734. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 40 FPS, equivalent to 0.02 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.036 fps/$ | 0.033 fps/$ | 0.032 fps/$ | 0.023 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.038 fps/$ | 0.033 fps/$ | 0.032 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.028 fps/$ | 0.025 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ | 0.019 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 medium, the Ryzen 5 4500 sets the ceiling at about 44 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 131 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 66% (FPS gap: 87 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Ryzen 5 4500 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU Limits GPU 50% | CPU Limits GPU 54% | CPU Limits GPU 50% | CPU Limits GPU 64% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 45% | CPU Limits GPU 52% | CPU Limits GPU 47% | CPU Limits GPU 60% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 64% | CPU Limits GPU 66% | CPU Limits GPU 60% | CPU Limits GPU 63% |
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) | CPU7% - 24% <> GPU49% - 64% <> | CPU10% - 25% <> GPU49% - 63% <> | CPU10% - 25% <> GPU49% - 63% <> | CPU11% - 25% <> GPU47% - 62% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU6% - 24% <> GPU65% - 78% <> | CPU9% - 25% <> GPU65% - 76% <> | CPU9% - 25% <> GPU65% - 76% <> | CPU10% - 25% <> GPU64% - 76% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU6% - 24% <> GPU66% - 79% <> | CPU9% - 25% <> GPU66% - 78% <> | CPU9% - 25% <> GPU66% - 78% <> | CPU11% - 25% <> GPU65% - 79% <> |
The Ryzen 5 4500 + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 6% and 25% and GPU utilization between 47% and 79%. Ryzen 5 4500 keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 56% at 1080p to 72% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 18% to 17%.
The utilization pattern is relatively even. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 72% average at its highest-load preset, while the Ryzen 5 4500 peaks at 18% 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 18% and GPU 56%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 17% and GPU 71%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 17% and GPU 72%. This shows that GPU demand scales sharply with resolution while CPU load remains comparatively stable.
1440p (2K QHD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 15% (6-24%) and GPU 72% (65-78%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 5 4500 remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 5 4500 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 26% below recommended and your GPU is 279% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
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The Ryzen 5 4500 and GeForce RTX 4090 will struggle to run Honkai: Star Rail at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 40 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1734 ($85 CPU (Rank #22 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your build is already very cost-efficient, but if you want even more FPS, the next good option is upgrading the CPU. For example, the Ryzen 9 9950X is a great upgrade option for around $649 (Rank #5 for value).
For Honkai: Star Rail, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Ryzen 5 4500 is currently the limiting factor — the GeForce RTX 4090 has extra headroom that a faster processor could take advantage of. This is especially noticeable at 1080p where CPU performance matters more. CPU-limited 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.
Honkai: Star Rail 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.
Honkai: Star Rail requires at minimum a Core i3 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 650 (GPU) with 6 GB RAM and 20 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7 and GeForce GTX 1060 with 8 GB RAM. Your setup meets the minimum requirements but falls short of the recommended specs. You may need to lower some settings for smooth performance.
These Honkai: Star Rail 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.
