1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A310 run Euro Truck Simulator 2 well?
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A310 will struggle to run Euro Truck Simulator 2 at smooth framerates.
Euro Truck Simulator 2FPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&Arc A310
Euro Truck Simulator 2
The lighting engine has been updated over the years. It scales well, but running at 'Ultra' settings with high scaling can challenge even modern GPUs.
Performance Report
Euro Truck Simulator 2
Arc A310 + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience
✅Official Requirements
The Arc A310 is 53% below recommended, but 33% above minimum for Euro Truck Simulator 2. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 94% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-9600).
✅FPS Ceiling Analysis
No major FPS-ceiling mismatch detected. The Arc A310 and Ryzen 7 7800X3D stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across the tested resolutions and quality settings.
💰Value Analysis
📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A310
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
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| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU67% - 79% <> | CPU9% - 26% <> GPU67% - 79% <> | CPU6% - 17% <> GPU66% - 85% <> | CPU6% - 17% <> GPU66% - 85% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU11% - 31% <> GPU60% - 82% <> | CPU11% - 31% <> GPU60% - 82% <> | CPU8% - 23% <> GPU60% - 88% <> | CPU8% - 23% <> GPU60% - 88% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU11% - 31% <> GPU60% - 82% <> | CPU11% - 31% <> GPU60% - 82% <> | CPU8% - 23% <> GPU60% - 88% <> | CPU8% - 23% <> GPU60% - 88% <> |
1080p (Full HD)
Low
CPU9% - 26%
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GPU67% - 79%
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Medium
CPU9% - 26%
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GPU67% - 79%
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High
CPU6% - 17%
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GPU66% - 85%
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Ultra
CPU6% - 17%
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GPU66% - 85%
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1440p (2K QHD)
Low
CPU11% - 31%
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GPU60% - 82%
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Medium
CPU11% - 31%
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GPU60% - 82%
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High
CPU8% - 23%
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GPU60% - 88%
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Ultra
CPU8% - 23%
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GPU60% - 88%
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4K (Ultra HD)
Low
CPU11% - 31%
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GPU60% - 82%
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Medium
CPU11% - 31%
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GPU60% - 82%
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High
CPU8% - 23%
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GPU60% - 88%
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Ultra
CPU8% - 23%
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GPU60% - 88%
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Performance Summary
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + Arc A310 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 6% and 31% and GPU utilization between 60% and 88%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while Arc A310 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 75% at 1080p to 73% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 15% to 19%.
Load Interpretation
The utilization pattern is relatively even. The Arc A310 reaches 76% average at its highest-load preset, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D 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.
Resolution Scaling
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 15% and GPU 75%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 19% and GPU 73%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 19% and GPU 73%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.
Optimal Settings Recommendation
1080p (Full HD) High is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 12% (6-17%) and GPU 76% (66-85%), which keeps Arc A310 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade Insight
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A310 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.
- High GPU Load: You typically want to see High GPU Utilization (90%+) and moderate CPU usage when visual settings are heavy. This indicates the graphics pipeline is under strong load, but the exact FPS limiter should still be confirmed by the FPS ceiling analysis.
- High CPU Load: If you see High CPU Utilization (85%+) paired with lower GPU utilization, the processor is handling a disproportionate share of frame preparation and game logic. That can point to CPU-side pressure, but it should not be treated as a direct replacement for FPS ceiling analysis.
- Low CPU and GPU Load: If both CPU and GPU utilization are relatively low, it means the hardware is waiting on something else. This could be a game engine limitation, poorly optimized code, or an artificial framerate cap like VSync holding performance back. It does not mean both parts are equally fast in FPS terms.
Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 Requirements Comparison
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.
CPU - Ryzen 7 7800X3D
34,293
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-6400
RecommendedCore i5-9600
GPU - Arc A310
5,438
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1660
Your CPU is 94% below recommended and your GPU is 53% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
+94%vsrecommended
-53%vsrecommended
+435%vsminimum
+33%vsminimum
Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i5-6400
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 25 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1660
Processor: Core i5-9600
Memory: 12 GB
Disk Space: 25 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Frequently Asked Questions
2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Euro Truck Simulator 2?
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $484 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $100 GPU (Rank #62 Value)). This is a well-balanced setup, meaning you're getting good value from both components without significant waste.
3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Euro Truck Simulator 2 performance?
This setup is already well-balanced for Euro Truck Simulator 2. No significant bottleneck - CPU and GPU are well matched across all settings. Both the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A310 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.
4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Euro Truck Simulator 2?
Euro Truck Simulator 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.
5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Euro Truck Simulator 2?
Euro Truck Simulator 2 requires at minimum a Core i5-6400 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 25 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-9600 and GeForce GTX 1660 with 12 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.
6How accurate are these Euro Truck Simulator 2 FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A310?
These Euro Truck Simulator 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.