Known to slow down in the late game due to the exponential number of unit calculations. Single-core CPU speed is the most important factor for performance.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 63 FPS. At 1440p, frame rates range from 42 to 53 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 25 to 40 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4060 is 397% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 570) for Hearts of Iron IV. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is 1011% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-750).
The GeForce RTX 4060 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $728. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 63 FPS, equivalent to 0.09 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.104 fps/$ | 0.099 fps/$ | 0.096 fps/$ | 0.087 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.073 fps/$ | 0.069 fps/$ | 0.071 fps/$ | 0.058 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.055 fps/$ | 0.045 fps/$ | 0.044 fps/$ | 0.034 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1080p low, the GeForce RTX 4060 sets the ceiling at about 35 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D has headroom up to 244 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 86% (FPS gap: 209 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce RTX 4060 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 86% | GPU Limits CPU 85% | GPU Limits CPU 79% | GPU Limits CPU 75% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 84% | GPU Limits CPU 83% | GPU Limits CPU 75% | GPU Limits CPU 70% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 78% | GPU Limits CPU 77% | GPU Limits CPU 66% | GPU Limits CPU 58% |
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) | CPU32% - 46% <> GPU3% - 20% <> | CPU32% - 46% <> GPU3% - 20% <> | CPU32% - 46% <> GPU3% - 20% <> | CPU32% - 46% <> GPU3% - 20% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU29% - 35% <> GPU1% - 20% <> | CPU29% - 35% <> GPU1% - 20% <> | CPU29% - 35% <> GPU1% - 20% <> | CPU29% - 35% <> GPU1% - 20% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU26% - 29% <> GPU9% - 31% <> | CPU26% - 29% <> GPU9% - 31% <> | CPU26% - 29% <> GPU9% - 31% <> | CPU26% - 29% <> GPU9% - 31% <> |
The Ryzen 7 5800X3D + GeForce RTX 4060 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 26% and 46% and GPU utilization between 1% and 31%. Ryzen 7 5800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4060 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 12% at 1080p to 20% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 39% to 28%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 46% and GPU at 31%. 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 39% and GPU 12%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 32% and GPU 10%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 28% and GPU 20%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
4K (Ultra HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 28% (26-29%) and GPU 20% (9-31%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4060 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 5800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 7 5800X3D and GeForce RTX 4060 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 1011% above and your GPU is 397% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D paired with the GeForce RTX 4060 can run Hearts of Iron IV smoothly up to 1080p achieving around 63 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 397% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 1011% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $728 ($429 CPU (Rank #295 Value) + $299 GPU (Rank #12 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 3070 Ti for around $599 (Rank #37 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.
For Hearts of Iron IV, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the limiting factor here, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D 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.
Hearts of Iron IV 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.
Hearts of Iron IV requires at minimum a Core 2 Quad Q9400 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 470 (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 2 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-750 and GeForce GTX 570 with 4 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 5800X3D and GeForce RTX 4060 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Hearts of Iron IV 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.
