Destiny 2FPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER

Destiny 2

Uses the stable Tiger engine. It has dropped support for older OSs and requires significant storage space. A decent CPU is needed for raids and activities with many enemies.

Destiny 2 - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low153 FPS
medium130 FPS
high107 FPS
ultra92 FPS
1440P
low130 FPS
medium111 FPS
high94 FPS
ultra78 FPS
4K
low65 FPS
medium52 FPS
high45 FPS
ultra37 FPS

Performance Report

Destiny 2

GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 92 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 78 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 37 to 65 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is 32% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 970) for Destiny 2. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 164% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-2400).

AI Acceleration

Destiny 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 1660 SUPER.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 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 1660 SUPER:$110(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $229
Ryzen 7 7800X3D:$384(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $449

Combo price: $494. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 92 FPS, equivalent to 0.19 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.310 fps/$0.263 fps/$0.217 fps/$0.186 fps/$
1440p0.263 fps/$0.225 fps/$0.190 fps/$0.158 fps/$
4k0.132 fps/$0.105 fps/$0.091 fps/$0.075 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER

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

📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER sets the ceiling at about 39 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 147 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 73% (FPS gap: 108 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 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 48%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 52%
HighGPU Limits CPU 54%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 62%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 56%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 60%
HighGPU Limits CPU 62%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 68%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 67%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 71%
HighGPU Limits CPU 70%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 73%
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.

Destiny 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 i3-3250
RecommendedCore i5-2400
GPU - GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER
gpu icon
12,692
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 970

Your CPU is 164% above and your GPU is 32% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.

CPU

+164%vsrecommended

GPU

+32%vsrecommended

CPU

+977%vsminimum

GPU

+214%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i3-3250
Memory: 6 GB
Disk Space: 105 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 970
Processor: Core i5-2400
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 105 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER run Destiny 2 well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER can run Destiny 2 smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 78 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 32% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 164% above the recommended requirements.

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

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $494 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $110 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 Destiny 2 performance?

For Destiny 2, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 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 Destiny 2?

Destiny 2 supports AFMF, but your GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 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 Destiny 2?

Destiny 2 requires at minimum a Core i3-3250 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 6 GB RAM and 105 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-2400 and GeForce GTX 970 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Destiny 2 FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?

These Destiny 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.