PhasmophobiaFPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

Phasmophobia

VR support requires stronger hardware. The game also uses the CPU for voice recognition processing, adding a unique load.

Phasmophobia - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low395 FPS
medium374 FPS
high332 FPS
ultra318 FPS
1440P
low390 FPS
medium376 FPS
high337 FPS
ultra306 FPS
4K
low229 FPS
medium234 FPS
high194 FPS
ultra182 FPS

Performance Report

Phasmophobia

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 318 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 306 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 182 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is 123% above the recommended GPU (GeForce RTX 2060) for Phasmophobia. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 94% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-10600).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 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 RTX 4070 Ti SUPER:$800(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $799
Ryzen 7 7800X3D:$384(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $449

Combo price: $1184. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 318 FPS, equivalent to 0.27 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.334 fps/$0.316 fps/$0.280 fps/$0.269 fps/$
1440p0.329 fps/$0.318 fps/$0.285 fps/$0.258 fps/$
4k0.193 fps/$0.198 fps/$0.164 fps/$0.154 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

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

📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER sets the ceiling at about 129 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 196 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 34% (FPS gap: 67 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 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 18%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 24%
HighGPU Limits CPU 29%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 31%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 18%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 25%
HighGPU Limits CPU 30%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 33%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 29%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 31%
HighGPU Limits CPU 32%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 34%
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 4070 Ti SUPER

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU0% - 15%
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GPU44% - 80%
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Medium
CPU0% - 15%
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GPU44% - 80%
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High
CPU11% - 31%
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GPU42% - 71%
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Ultra
CPU22% - 37%
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GPU39% - 65%
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1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU0% - 8%
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GPU44% - 80%
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Medium
CPU0% - 8%
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GPU44% - 80%
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High
CPU3% - 17%
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GPU41% - 71%
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Ultra
CPU8% - 21%
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GPU36% - 61%
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4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU0% - 10%
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GPU44% - 80%
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Medium
CPU0% - 10%
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GPU44% - 80%
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High
CPU3% - 20%
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GPU44% - 74%
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Ultra
CPU10% - 24%
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GPU44% - 73%
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Performance Summary

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 37% and GPU utilization between 36% and 80%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 58% at 1080p to 60% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 17% to 10%.

Load Interpretation

The utilization pattern is relatively even. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER reaches 62% average at its highest-load preset, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D peaks at 30% average. This suggests a fairly controlled load distribution, but the actual FPS-limiting side should still be read from the limiter analysis above.

Resolution Scaling

At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 17% and GPU 58%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 8% and GPU 57%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 10% and GPU 60%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

1080p (Full HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 8% (0-15%) and GPU 62% (44-80%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.

Upgrade Insight

Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER remain reasonably matched for this title.

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.

Phasmophobia 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 i5-4590
RecommendedCore i5-10600
GPU - GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
gpu icon
31,828
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 970
RecommendedGeForce RTX 2060

Your CPU is 94% above and your GPU is 123% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+94%vsrecommended

GPU

+123%vsrecommended

CPU

+161%vsminimum

GPU

+230%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 970
Processor: Core i5-4590
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 21 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce RTX 2060
Processor: Core i5-10600
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 21 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER run Phasmophobia well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER can run Phasmophobia smoothly up to 4k achieving around 182 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 123% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 94% above the recommended requirements.

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

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1184 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $800 GPU (Rank #63 Value)). Your GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER provides phenomenal top-tier performance but at a premium enthusiast price. Since you are essentially at the ceiling of current hardware capabilities, there are no meaningful performance upgrades available. However, if you wanted a more cost-effective build that still delivers a great experience, you could theoretically step down to a high-end card with a significantly better value rating. For example, upgrading to the GeForce RTX 5090 for around $1999 (Rank #80 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Phasmophobia performance?

Your GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is already a top-tier graphics card. While it's technically the limiting factor here (which means you are fully utilizing your GPU's visual horsepower exactly as intended), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your Phasmophobia performance right now. GPU fully utilized 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 Phasmophobia?

Phasmophobia 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 Phasmophobia?

Phasmophobia requires at minimum a Core i5-4590 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 970 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 21 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-10600 and GeForce RTX 2060 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Phasmophobia FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER?

These Phasmophobia 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.