Extremely accessible and runs on almost anything. It is single-threaded with negligible GPU load. However, installing many mods can increase RAM usage to 2-4GB.
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 67 FPS. At 1440p, frame rates range from 36 to 44 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 30 to 36 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 1575% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 460) for Stardew Valley. The Ryzen 5 9600X is 127% above the recommended CPU (Core i3).
No major FPS-ceiling mismatch detected. The GeForce RTX 4090 and Ryzen 5 9600X stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across the tested resolutions and quality settings.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1827. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 67 FPS, equivalent to 0.04 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.049 fps/$ | 0.050 fps/$ | 0.049 fps/$ | 0.037 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.022 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ | 0.020 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.019 fps/$ | 0.020 fps/$ | 0.020 fps/$ | 0.016 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
This CPU/GPU pair is mostly balanced in Stardew Valley. Across tested presets: GPU limits in 0/12, CPU limits in 0/12, and balanced in 12/12. Peak observed performance in the sampled cells is around 92 FPS.
The Ryzen 5 9600X 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) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced |
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% - 1% <> GPU3% - 12% <> | CPU0% - 1% <> GPU3% - 12% <> | CPU0% - 1% <> GPU3% - 12% <> | CPU0% - 0% GPU3% - 12% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU0% - 1% <> GPU2% - 10% <> | CPU0% - 1% <> GPU2% - 10% <> | CPU0% - 1% <> GPU2% - 10% <> | CPU0% - 1% <> GPU2% - 9% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU0% - 1% <> GPU5% - 14% <> | CPU0% - 1% <> GPU5% - 14% <> | CPU0% - 1% <> GPU5% - 14% <> | CPU0% - 2% <> GPU5% - 14% <> |
The Ryzen 5 9600X + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 2% and GPU utilization between 2% and 14%. Ryzen 5 9600X keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 8% at 1080p to 10% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 0% to 0%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 2% and GPU at 14%. 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 0% and GPU 8%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 0% and GPU 6%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 0% and GPU 10%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.
4K (Ultra HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 0% (0-1%) and GPU 10% (5-14%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 5 9600X remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 5 9600X 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 127% above and your GPU is 1575% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen 5 9600X paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Stardew Valley smoothly up to 1080p achieving around 67 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 1575% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 127% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1827 ($178 CPU (Rank #35 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). This is a well-balanced setup, meaning you're getting good value from both components without significant waste.
This setup is already well-balanced for Stardew Valley. No significant bottleneck - CPU and GPU are well matched across all settings. Both the Ryzen 5 9600X and GeForce RTX 4090 complement each other effectively, so upgrading either component individually would yield diminishing returns. If you want more FPS, you'd benefit most from upgrading both CPU and GPU together.
Stardew Valley 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.
Stardew Valley requires at minimum a Core 2 Duo (CPU) and GeForce 7 series (GPU) with 2 GB RAM and 500 MB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3 and GeForce GTX 460 with 4 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 5 9600X and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Stardew Valley 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.
