Known to slow down in the late game due to the exponential number of unit calculations. Single-core CPU speed is the most important factor for performance.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 90 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 73 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 63 FPS.
The Quadro GP100 is 249% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 570) for Hearts of Iron IV. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 1247% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-750).
The Quadro GP100 determines the performance ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, executing at maximum capacity.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1719. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 90 FPS, equivalent to 0.05 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.084 fps/$ | 0.081 fps/$ | 0.060 fps/$ | 0.052 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.067 fps/$ | 0.062 fps/$ | 0.047 fps/$ | 0.042 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.070 fps/$ | 0.061 fps/$ | 0.044 fps/$ | 0.037 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
At 1440p low, the Quadro GP100 sets the ceiling at about 93 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 306 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 70% (FPS gap: 213 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Quadro GP100 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 66% | GPU Limits CPU 67% | GPU Limits CPU 64% | GPU Limits CPU 61% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 70% | GPU Limits CPU 70% | GPU Limits CPU 65% | GPU Limits CPU 62% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 64% | GPU Limits CPU 66% | GPU Limits CPU 60% | GPU Limits CPU 57% |
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.
The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU33% - 51% <> GPU7% - 21% <> | CPU33% - 51% <> GPU7% - 21% <> | CPU33% - 51% <> GPU7% - 21% <> | CPU33% - 51% <> GPU7% - 21% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU30% - 39% <> GPU5% - 26% <> | CPU30% - 39% <> GPU5% - 26% <> | CPU30% - 39% <> GPU5% - 26% <> | CPU30% - 39% <> GPU5% - 26% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU30% - 34% <> GPU10% - 34% <> | CPU30% - 34% <> GPU10% - 34% <> | CPU30% - 34% <> GPU10% - 34% <> | CPU30% - 34% <> GPU10% - 34% <> |
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + Quadro GP100 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 30% and 51% and GPU utilization between 5% and 34%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while Quadro GP100 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 14% at 1080p to 22% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 42% to 32%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 51% and GPU at 34%. This pattern suggests possible engine-side limits, an FPS cap, or workload constraints unrelated to raw hardware throughput.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 42% and GPU 14%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 34% and GPU 16%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 32% and GPU 22%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
4K (Ultra HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 32% (30-34%) and GPU 22% (10-34%), which keeps Quadro GP100 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Quadro GP100 remain reasonably matched for this title.
Understanding Hardware Utilization & Bottlenecks: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. This is the key to identifying performance bottlenecks in any system.
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 1247% above and your GPU is 249% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the Quadro GP100 can run Hearts of Iron IV smoothly up to 4k achieving around 63 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 249% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 1247% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1719 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $1335 GPU (Rank #114 Value)). Your Quadro GP100 is currently the main performance bottleneck and its market value ($1335) is actually higher than newer, faster alternatives. Trading it or upgrading could yield immediate profit and performance gains. For example, upgrading to the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) for around $900 (Rank #11 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance while costing less than your current GPU.
For Hearts of Iron IV, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Quadro GP100 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.
Hearts of Iron IV 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.
Hearts of Iron IV requires at minimum a Core 2 Quad Q9400 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 470 (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 2 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-750 and GeForce GTX 570 with 4 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Quadro GP100 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Hearts of Iron IV 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.
