Path of Exile 2FPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&Arc A770

Path of Exile 2

A massive evolution with physically based rendering and fluid animations. The high density of effects creates a heavy load on both CPU and GPU. It scales well up to 16 threads.

Path of Exile 2 - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low213 FPS
medium176 FPS
high160 FPS
ultra169 FPS
1440P
low152 FPS
medium115 FPS
high110 FPS
ultra111 FPS
4K
low130 FPS
medium98 FPS
high84 FPS
ultra73 FPS

Performance Report

Path of Exile 2

Arc A770 + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 160 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 110 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 73 FPS.

Official Requirements

The Arc A770 is 6% below recommended, but 68% above minimum for Path of Exile 2. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 53% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-10500).

AI Acceleration

Path of Exile 2 supports: AFMF. However, the Arc A770 is not compatible with these technologies.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Arc A770 sets the FPS ceiling at 1080p (medium/ultra), all 1440p settings, 4k (low/medium/ultra), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p (low/high), 4k high.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

Arc A770:$280(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $349
Ryzen 7 7800X3D:$384(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $449

Combo price: $664. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 169 FPS, equivalent to 0.25 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.321 fps/$0.265 fps/$0.241 fps/$0.255 fps/$
1440p0.229 fps/$0.173 fps/$0.166 fps/$0.167 fps/$
4k0.196 fps/$0.148 fps/$0.127 fps/$0.110 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|Arc A770

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

📈Analysis

At 1440p ultra, the Arc A770 sets the ceiling at about 109 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 169 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 36% (FPS gap: 60 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 9/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 3/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your Arc A770 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)
LowBalanced
MediumGPU Limits CPU 8%
HighBalanced
UltraGPU Limits CPU 12%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 31%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 34%
HighGPU Limits CPU 28%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 36%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 12%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 14%
HighBalanced
UltraGPU Limits CPU 22%
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.

Path of Exile 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
cpu icon
34,293
Your Score
MinimumCore i7-7700
RecommendedCore i5-10500
GPU - Arc A770
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13,332
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 960
RecommendedGeForce RTX 2060

Your CPU is 53% below recommended and your GPU is 6% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.

CPU

+53%vsrecommended

GPU

-6%vsrecommended

CPU

+265%vsminimum

GPU

+68%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 960
Processor: Core i7-7700
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 100 GB
System: Windows 10
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce RTX 2060
Processor: Core i5-10500
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 100 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A770 run Path of Exile 2 well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the Arc A770 can run Path of Exile 2 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 73 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 6% below the recommended specs, and your CPU is 53% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Path of Exile 2?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $664 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $280 GPU (Rank #56 Value)). Since the GPU is the main limiting factor, investing in a stronger GPU will improve your framerates and overall value. 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 Path of Exile 2 performance?

For Path of Exile 2, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Arc A770 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 medium, 1080p ultra, 1440p high, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Path of Exile 2?

Path of Exile 2 supports AFMF, but your Arc A770 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 Path of Exile 2?

Path of Exile 2 requires at minimum a Core i7-7700 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 960 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 100 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-10500 and GeForce RTX 2060 with 16 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 Path of Exile 2 FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Arc A770?

These Path of Exile 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.