Extremely accessible and runs on almost anything. It is single-threaded with negligible GPU load. However, installing many mods can increase RAM usage to 2-4GB.
This game has a built-in FPS cap of 60 FPS
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 192 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, frame rates range from 51 to 70 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 41 to 56 FPS.
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI is 682% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 460) for Stardew Valley. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 160% above the recommended CPU (Core i3).
Stardew Valley 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 1070 SLI.
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI 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.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $544. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 192 FPS, equivalent to 0.35 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.528 fps/$ | 0.542 fps/$ | 0.509 fps/$ | 0.353 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.121 fps/$ | 0.129 fps/$ | 0.121 fps/$ | 0.094 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.101 fps/$ | 0.103 fps/$ | 0.096 fps/$ | 0.075 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 high, the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI sets the ceiling at about 99 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 440 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 78% (FPS gap: 341 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce GTX 1070 SLI is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 7 7800X3D frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 75% | GPU Limits CPU 76% | GPU Limits CPU 78% | GPU Limits CPU 64% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 36% | GPU Limits CPU 39% | GPU Limits CPU 43% | GPU Limits CPU 15% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 36% | GPU Limits CPU 38% | GPU Limits CPU 43% | GPU Limits CPU 20% |
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.
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 160% above and your GPU is 682% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI can run Stardew Valley smoothly up to 1080p achieving around 192 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 682% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 160% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $544 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $160 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 Ti for around $379 (Rank #21 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.
For Stardew Valley, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI 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.
Stardew Valley supports AFMF, but your GeForce GTX 1070 SLI 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).
Stardew Valley requires at minimum a Core 2 Duo (CPU) and GeForce 7 series (GPU) with 2 GB RAM and 500 MB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3 and GeForce GTX 460 with 4 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce GTX 1070 SLI both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Stardew Valley 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.
