An asymmetrical horror game locked at 60 FPS. It is generally GPU-limited at high settings but runs on most mid-range hardware.
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 58 to 85 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, all settings exceed 64 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 48 to 71 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 3060 is 253% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 760) for Dead by Daylight. The Ryzen 5 5600X is 310% above the recommended CPU (Core i3-4170).
The GeForce RTX 3060 determines the performance ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, executing at maximum capacity.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $424. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 58 FPS, equivalent to 0.14 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.200 fps/$ | 0.167 fps/$ | 0.151 fps/$ | 0.137 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.186 fps/$ | 0.170 fps/$ | 0.160 fps/$ | 0.151 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.167 fps/$ | 0.153 fps/$ | 0.142 fps/$ | 0.113 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
At 1080p high, the GeForce RTX 3060 sets the ceiling at about 75 FPS, while the Ryzen 5 5600X has headroom up to 150 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 50% (FPS gap: 75 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce RTX 3060 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 5 5600X frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 46% | GPU Limits CPU 45% | GPU Limits CPU 50% | GPU Limits CPU 49% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 45% | GPU Limits CPU 46% | GPU Limits CPU 48% | GPU Limits CPU 48% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 39% | GPU Limits CPU 42% | GPU Limits CPU 46% | GPU Limits CPU 49% |
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.
The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU34% - 66% <> GPU32% - 61% <> | CPU34% - 66% <> GPU32% - 61% <> | CPU36% - 67% <> GPU53% - 81% <> | CPU23% - 48% <> GPU53% - 82% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU25% - 54% <> GPU43% - 76% <> | CPU25% - 54% <> GPU43% - 76% <> | CPU27% - 54% <> GPU64% - 97% <> | CPU14% - 35% <> GPU73% - 98% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU26% - 54% <> GPU44% - 76% <> | CPU26% - 54% <> GPU44% - 76% <> | CPU27% - 54% <> GPU64% - 96% <> | CPU13% - 36% <> GPU74% - 94% <> |
The Ryzen 5 5600X + GeForce RTX 3060 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 13% and 67% and GPU utilization between 32% and 98%. Ryzen 5 5600X keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 3060 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 57% at 1080p to 71% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 47% to 36%.
The utilization pattern is relatively balanced. The GeForce RTX 3060 reaches 86% average at its highest-load preset, while the Ryzen 5 5600X peaks at 52% average, with no single component consistently acting as a hard bottleneck.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 47% and GPU 57%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 36% and GPU 72%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 36% and GPU 71%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1440p (2K QHD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 24% (14-35%) and GPU 86% (73-98%), which keeps GeForce RTX 3060 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 5 5600X remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 5 5600X and GeForce RTX 3060 remain reasonably matched for this title.
Understanding Hardware Utilization & Bottlenecks: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. This is the key to identifying performance bottlenecks in any system.
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 310% above and your GPU is 253% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen 5 5600X paired with the GeForce RTX 3060 can run Dead by Daylight smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 64 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 253% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 310% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $424 ($135 CPU (Rank #39 Value) + $289 GPU (Rank #30 Value)). Your build is already very cost-efficient, but if you want even more FPS, the next good option is upgrading the GPU. For example, upgrading to the GeForce RTX 5060 for around $299 (Rank #2 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.
For Dead by Daylight, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the limiting factor here, while the Ryzen 5 5600X still has spare capacity. A more powerful GPU would unlock higher FPS, especially at higher resolutions and quality presets. GPU-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.
Dead by Daylight 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.
Dead by Daylight requires at minimum a Core i3-4170 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 460 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 50 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3-4170 and GeForce GTX 760 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 5 5600X and GeForce RTX 3060 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Dead by Daylight 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.
