Civilization VIFPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&Arc A750

Civilization VI

The standard for turn-time benchmarks. Late-game turns require huge CPU throughput to process AI moves. High-resolution textures also demand a fair amount of VRAM.

Civilization VI - FPS Estimates by Resolution

Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors

1080P
low221 FPS
medium178 FPS
high142 FPS
ultra118 FPS
1440P
low155 FPS
medium130 FPS
high102 FPS
ultra85 FPS
4K
low122 FPS
medium100 FPS
high77 FPS
ultra60 FPS

Performance Report

Civilization VI

Arc A750 + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 118 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 85 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 60 FPS.

Official Requirements

The Arc A750 is 111% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 770) for Civilization VI. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 478% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-4xxx).

AI Acceleration

Civilization VI supports: AFMF. However, the Arc A750 is not compatible with these technologies.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Arc A750 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

Arc A750:$229(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $289
Ryzen 7 7800X3D:$384(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $449

Combo price: $613. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 118 FPS, equivalent to 0.19 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.361 fps/$0.290 fps/$0.232 fps/$0.192 fps/$
1440p0.253 fps/$0.212 fps/$0.166 fps/$0.139 fps/$
4k0.199 fps/$0.163 fps/$0.126 fps/$0.098 fps/$

* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|Arc A750

This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.

📈Analysis

At 1080p high, the Arc A750 sets the ceiling at about 145 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 257 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 44% (FPS gap: 112 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your Arc A750 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 7 7800X3D frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 26%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 35%
HighGPU Limits CPU 44%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 44%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 15%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 22%
HighGPU Limits CPU 29%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 29%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 15%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 22%
HighGPU Limits CPU 29%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 28%
Percentages show how much potential FPS of the stronger component is lost because the other component has a lower FPS ceiling.
🧠Methodology

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.

Civilization VI 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
cpu icon
34,293
Your Score
MinimumCore i3-2120
RecommendedCore i5-4xxx
GPU - Arc A750
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12,600
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTS 450
RecommendedGeForce GTX 770

Your CPU is 478% above and your GPU is 111% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+478%vsrecommended

GPU

+111%vsrecommended

CPU

+1633%vsminimum

GPU

+842%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTS 450
Processor: Core i3-2120
Memory: 4 GB
Disk Space: 12 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 770
Processor: Core i5-4xxx
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 16 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A750 run Civilization VI well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the Arc A750 can run Civilization VI smoothly up to 4k achieving around 60 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 111% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 478% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Civilization VI?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $613 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $229 GPU (Rank #38 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.

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Civilization VI performance?

For Civilization VI, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Arc A750 is the limiting factor here, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has spare capacity. A more powerful GPU would unlock higher FPS, especially at higher resolutions and quality presets. GPU-limited at: 1080p high, 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p ultra, 1440p high, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p ultra, 4k high, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Civilization VI?

Civilization VI supports AFMF, but your Arc A750 is not compatible with these technologies. Frame Generation is typically available on newer GPUs like the RTX 40-series (DLSS 3) or modern AMD cards (FSR 3).

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Civilization VI?

Civilization VI requires at minimum a Core i3-2120 (CPU) and GeForce GTS 450 (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 12 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-4xxx and GeForce GTX 770 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A750 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Civilization VI FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A750?

These Civilization VI 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.