DeadlockFPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&GeForce RTX 2060

Deadlock

Valve's new MOBA/Shooter hybrid. It has higher requirements than Dota 2, with 16GB of RAM recommended for a smooth experience.

Deadlock - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low108 FPS
medium101 FPS
high86 FPS
ultra79 FPS
1440P
low71 FPS
medium68 FPS
high59 FPS
ultra49 FPS
4K
low40 FPS
medium34 FPS
high28 FPS
ultra22 FPS

Performance Report

Deadlock

GeForce RTX 2060 + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 79 FPS. At 1440p, frame rates range from 49 to 71 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 22 to 40 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 2060 is 40% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Deadlock. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 161% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-6700K).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The GeForce RTX 2060 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 RTX 2060:$120(updated 3/9/2026)
Official Launch Price: $349
Ryzen 7 7800X3D:$384(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $449

Combo price: $504. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 79 FPS, equivalent to 0.16 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.214 fps/$0.200 fps/$0.171 fps/$0.157 fps/$
1440p0.141 fps/$0.135 fps/$0.117 fps/$0.097 fps/$
4k0.079 fps/$0.067 fps/$0.056 fps/$0.044 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|GeForce RTX 2060

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

📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the GeForce RTX 2060 sets the ceiling at about 21 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 112 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 81% (FPS gap: 91 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your GeForce RTX 2060 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 53%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 49%
HighGPU Limits CPU 50%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 52%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 73%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 71%
HighGPU Limits CPU 72%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 74%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 76%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 77%
HighGPU Limits CPU 80%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 81%
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.

📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce RTX 2060

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU61% - 74%
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GPU48% - 80%
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Medium
CPU44% - 73%
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GPU80% - 86%
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High
CPU24% - 37%
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GPU85% - 95%
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Ultra
CPU16% - 37%
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GPU86% - 93%
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1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU40% - 67%
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GPU56% - 88%
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Medium
CPU38% - 65%
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GPU87% - 94%
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High
CPU28% - 36%
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GPU88% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU21% - 36%
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GPU89% - 100%
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4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU30% - 59%
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GPU57% - 89%
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Medium
CPU30% - 58%
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GPU88% - 93%
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High
CPU21% - 30%
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GPU89% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU14% - 30%
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GPU90% - 100%
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Performance Summary

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + GeForce RTX 2060 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 14% and 74% and GPU utilization between 48% and 100%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D stays in a controlled operating range, while GeForce RTX 2060 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 82% at 1080p to 88% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 46% to 34%.

Load Interpretation

From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 4K (Ultra HD) Ultra, the GeForce RTX 2060 averages 95% usage (90-100%), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D stays at 22% (14-30%). This shows the graphics pipeline is carrying most of the workload, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.

Resolution Scaling

At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 46% and GPU 82%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 42% and GPU 88%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 34% and GPU 88%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

1080p (Full HD) High is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 30% (24-37%) and GPU 90% (85-95%), which keeps GeForce RTX 2060 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.

Upgrade Insight

Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce RTX 2060 reaches 95% average load at 4K (Ultra 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.

  • High GPU Load: You typically want to see High GPU Utilization (90%+) and moderate CPU usage when visual settings are heavy. This indicates the graphics pipeline is under strong load, but the exact FPS limiter should still be confirmed by the FPS ceiling analysis.
  • High CPU Load: If you see High CPU Utilization (85%+) paired with lower GPU utilization, the processor is handling a disproportionate share of frame preparation and game logic. That can point to CPU-side pressure, but it should not be treated as a direct replacement for FPS ceiling analysis.
  • Low CPU and GPU Load: If both CPU and GPU utilization are relatively low, it means the hardware is waiting on something else. This could be a game engine limitation, poorly optimized code, or an artificial framerate cap like VSync holding performance back. It does not mean both parts are equally fast in FPS terms.

Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.

Deadlock 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 i5-2500K
RecommendedCore i7-6700K
GPU - GeForce RTX 2060
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14,114
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 161% above and your GPU is 40% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.

CPU

+161%vsrecommended

GPU

+40%vsrecommended

CPU

+435%vsminimum

GPU

+249%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i5-2500K
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1060
Processor: Core i7-6700K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce RTX 2060 run Deadlock well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the GeForce RTX 2060 can run Deadlock smoothly up to 1080p achieving around 79 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 40% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 161% above the recommended requirements.

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

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $504 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $120 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 Deadlock performance?

For Deadlock, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce RTX 2060 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.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Deadlock?

Deadlock 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.

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Deadlock?

Deadlock requires at minimum a Core i5-2500K (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 20 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-6700K and GeForce GTX 1060 with 16 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce RTX 2060 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Deadlock FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce RTX 2060?

These Deadlock 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.