Bethesda's Creation Engine 2 is CPU-dependent, especially in cities, and requires an SSD for asset streaming. Optimization tends to favor AMD slightly, but generally requires powerful hardware to run smoothly.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, frame rates range from 59 to 94 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, all settings exceed 61 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 29 to 40 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 2080 is 25% below recommended, but 27% above minimum for Starfield. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 89% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-10600K).
The GeForce RTX 2080 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: $634. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 59 FPS, equivalent to 0.09 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.148 fps/$ | 0.123 fps/$ | 0.098 fps/$ | 0.093 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.139 fps/$ | 0.123 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ | 0.096 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.063 fps/$ | 0.057 fps/$ | 0.049 fps/$ | 0.046 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 RTX 2080 sets the ceiling at about 32 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 110 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 71% (FPS gap: 78 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce RTX 2080 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 57% | GPU Limits CPU 65% | GPU Limits CPU 68% | GPU Limits CPU 66% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 61% | GPU Limits CPU 67% | GPU Limits CPU 69% | GPU Limits CPU 69% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 67% | GPU Limits CPU 71% | GPU Limits CPU 71% | GPU Limits CPU 70% |
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) | CPU43% - 51% <> GPU53% - 73% <> | CPU41% - 47% <> GPU86% - 96% <> | CPU35% - 44% <> GPU92% - 100% <> | CPU29% - 42% <> GPU94% - 100% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU31% - 40% <> GPU74% - 86% <> | CPU30% - 40% <> GPU91% - 97% <> | CPU28% - 38% <> GPU95% - 100% <> | CPU26% - 34% <> GPU97% - 100% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU24% - 30% <> GPU74% - 91% <> | CPU22% - 30% <> GPU97% - 97% | CPU19% - 30% <> GPU99% - 100% <> | CPU18% - 27% <> GPU100% - 100% |
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + GeForce RTX 2080 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 18% and 51% and GPU utilization between 53% and 100%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 2080 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 87% at 1080p to 95% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 42% to 25%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 4K (Ultra HD) High, the GeForce RTX 2080 averages 100% usage (99-100%), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D stays at 24% (19-30%). 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 42% and GPU 87%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 34% and GPU 93%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 25% and GPU 95%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1080p (Full HD) Medium is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 44% (41-47%) and GPU 91% (86-96%), which keeps GeForce RTX 2080 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 RTX 2080 reaches 100% average load at 4K (Ultra HD) High 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 CPU is 89% below recommended and your GPU is 25% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
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Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the GeForce RTX 2080 can run Starfield smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 61 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 25% below the recommended specs, and your CPU is 89% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $634 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $250 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 Starfield, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The GeForce RTX 2080 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.
Starfield 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.
Starfield requires at minimum a Core i7-6800K (CPU) and GeForce GTX 1070 Ti (GPU) with 16 GB RAM and 125 GB (SSD Obrigatório) storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-10600K and GeForce RTX 2080 with 16 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.
These Starfield 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.
