Euro Truck Simulator 2FPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

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.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low150 FPS
medium131 FPS
high109 FPS
ultra95 FPS
1440P
low123 FPS
medium107 FPS
high84 FPS
ultra73 FPS
4K
low51 FPS
medium41 FPS
high39 FPS
ultra31 FPS

Performance Report

Euro Truck Simulator 2

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 95 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 73 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 31 to 51 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB is 14% below recommended, but 145% above minimum for Euro Truck Simulator 2. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 94% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-9600).

AI Acceleration

Euro Truck Simulator 2 supports: AFMF. This game does not have native DLSS 3 or FSR 3 Frame Generation support. AFMF is AMD-exclusive and not compatible with GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB 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:

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB:$65(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $249
Ryzen 7 7800X3D:$384(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $449

Combo price: $449. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 95 FPS, equivalent to 0.21 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.334 fps/$0.292 fps/$0.243 fps/$0.212 fps/$
1440p0.274 fps/$0.238 fps/$0.187 fps/$0.163 fps/$
4k0.114 fps/$0.091 fps/$0.087 fps/$0.069 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

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

📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB sets the ceiling at about 44 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 123 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 64% (FPS gap: 79 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB 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 23%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 18%
HighGPU Limits CPU 23%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 32%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 26%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 23%
HighGPU Limits CPU 28%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 41%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 61%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 63%
HighGPU Limits CPU 60%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 64%
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.

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
cpu icon
34,293
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-6400
RecommendedCore i5-9600
GPU - GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB
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10,063
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1660

Your CPU is 94% below recommended and your GPU is 14% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.

CPU

+94%vsrecommended

GPU

-14%vsrecommended

CPU

+435%vsminimum

GPU

+145%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

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB run Euro Truck Simulator 2 well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB can run Euro Truck Simulator 2 smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 73 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 14% below the recommended specs, and your CPU is 94% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Euro Truck Simulator 2?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $449 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $65 GPU). 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 Euro Truck Simulator 2 performance?

For Euro Truck Simulator 2, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB 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 Euro Truck Simulator 2?

Euro Truck Simulator 2 supports AFMF, but your GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB 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 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 GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB?

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.