A dense RPG where Act 3 becomes a CPU stress test due to the high number of NPCs. An SSD is vital for loading times. 16GB of RAM is recommended, and the game benefits greatly from upscaling tech like DLSS and FSR.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, frame rates range from 37 to 84 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 25 to 52 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 11 to 22 FPS.
The GeForce GTX 480 is 58% below minimum GPU requirement for Baldur's Gate 3. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 94% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-8700K).
The GeForce GTX 480 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: $484. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 37 FPS, equivalent to 0.08 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.174 fps/$ | 0.124 fps/$ | 0.105 fps/$ | 0.076 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.107 fps/$ | 0.076 fps/$ | 0.068 fps/$ | 0.052 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.045 fps/$ | 0.033 fps/$ | 0.029 fps/$ | 0.023 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 4k medium, the GeForce GTX 480 sets the ceiling at about 14 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 137 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 90% (FPS gap: 123 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce GTX 480 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 58% | GPU Limits CPU 67% | GPU Limits CPU 66% | GPU Limits CPU 73% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 70% | GPU Limits CPU 75% | GPU Limits CPU 74% | GPU Limits CPU 77% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 88% | GPU Limits CPU 90% | GPU Limits CPU 90% | GPU Limits CPU 90% |
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.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU31% - 54% <> GPU88% - 96% <> | CPU31% - 49% <> GPU90% - 94% <> | CPU31% - 33% <> GPU91% - 97% <> | CPU26% - 33% <> GPU96% - 99% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU32% - 52% <> GPU89% - 97% <> | CPU32% - 46% <> GPU91% - 95% <> | CPU30% - 32% <> GPU93% - 98% <> | CPU28% - 31% <> GPU97% - 99% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU44% - 56% <> GPU89% - 96% <> | CPU44% - 49% <> GPU91% - 94% <> | CPU33% - 44% <> GPU93% - 98% <> | CPU34% - 42% <> GPU97% - 99% <> |
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + GeForce GTX 480 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 26% and 56% and GPU utilization between 88% and 99%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce GTX 480 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 94% at 1080p to 95% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 36% to 43%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1080p (Full HD) Ultra, the GeForce GTX 480 averages 98% usage (96-99%), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D stays at 30% (26-33%). This shows the graphics pipeline is carrying most of the workload, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 36% and GPU 94%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 36% and GPU 95%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 43% and GPU 95%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1080p (Full HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 42% (31-54%) and GPU 92% (88-96%), which keeps GeForce GTX 480 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce GTX 480 reaches 98% average load at 1080p (Full HD) Ultra while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has headroom, so a faster graphics card would deliver the largest uplift.
Understanding Hardware Utilization: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. They describe hardware load, but they do not directly tell you which component sets the FPS ceiling.
Important: a CPU or GPU can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. Two processors can both show 40% usage and still deliver very different frame rates, depending on per-core speed, cache, engine threading, driver overhead, and frame preparation efficiency.
Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.
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 hardware is below minimum requirements. GPU is the limiting factor (58% below minimum). Expect performance issues. Low settings recommended.
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The Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce GTX 480 will struggle to run Baldur's Gate 3 at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 37 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $484 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $100 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.
For Baldur's Gate 3, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce GTX 480 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 low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
Baldur's Gate 3 does not currently support Frame Generation technologies like DLSS 3 or FSR 3. Your performance is based entirely on native rendering. If the game adds support in a future update, newer GPUs will benefit the most.
Baldur's Gate 3 requires at minimum a Core i5-4690 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 970 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 150 GB (SSD) storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-8700K and GeForce RTX 2060 Super with 16 GB RAM. Your hardware falls below the minimum requirements for this game, which may result in poor performance.
These Baldur's Gate 3 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.
