A Source engine sandbox where performance depends entirely on the mods and contraptions you spawn. RAM errors are common on systems with only 4GB.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, frame rates range from 36 to 114 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 34 to 80 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 20 to 51 FPS.
The Quadro is 51% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 750) for Garry's Mod. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 160% above the recommended CPU (Core i5).
The Quadro 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: $434. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 36 FPS, equivalent to 0.08 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.263 fps/$ | 0.198 fps/$ | 0.127 fps/$ | 0.083 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.184 fps/$ | 0.143 fps/$ | 0.120 fps/$ | 0.078 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.118 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ | 0.069 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 1440p ultra, the Quadro sets the ceiling at about 32 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 450 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 93% (FPS gap: 418 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Quadro 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 82% | GPU Limits CPU 85% | GPU Limits CPU 89% | GPU Limits CPU 92% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 85% | GPU Limits CPU 88% | GPU Limits CPU 90% | GPU Limits CPU 93% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 87% | GPU Limits CPU 88% | GPU Limits CPU 92% | GPU Limits CPU 93% |
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) | CPU11% - 24% <> GPU15% - 30% <> | CPU11% - 24% <> GPU15% - 30% <> | CPU11% - 24% <> GPU15% - 30% <> | CPU0% - 9% <> GPU21% - 39% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU30% - 42% <> GPU58% - 66% <> | CPU30% - 42% <> GPU58% - 66% <> | CPU30% - 42% <> GPU58% - 66% <> | CPU14% - 27% <> GPU64% - 75% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU30% - 42% <> GPU58% - 66% <> | CPU30% - 42% <> GPU58% - 66% <> | CPU30% - 42% <> GPU58% - 66% <> | CPU14% - 27% <> GPU64% - 75% <> |
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + Quadro pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 42% and GPU utilization between 15% and 75%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while Quadro is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 24% at 1080p to 64% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 15% to 32%.
The utilization pattern is relatively even. The Quadro reaches 70% average at its highest-load preset, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D peaks at 36% average. This suggests a fairly controlled load distribution, but the actual FPS-limiting side should still be read from the limiter analysis above.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 15% and GPU 24%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 32% and GPU 64%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 32% and GPU 64%. This shows that both CPU and GPU workloads increase as pixel count and render complexity rise.
1440p (2K QHD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 20% (14-27%) and GPU 70% (64-75%), which keeps Quadro 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 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.
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 160% above and your GPU is 51% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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The Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Quadro will struggle to run Garry's Mod at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 36 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $434 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $50 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 RTX 2000 Ada Generation Embedded GPU (Rank #6 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.
For Garry's Mod, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Quadro 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.
Garry's Mod 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.
Garry's Mod requires at minimum a Pentium 4 (CPU) and GeForce 6 series (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 5 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5 and GeForce GTX 750 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Quadro both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Garry's Mod 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.
