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, frame rates range from 3 to 6 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 2 to 5 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 2 to 3 FPS.
The Radeon HD 4330 is 96% below minimum GPU requirement for Hearts of Iron IV. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 1247% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-750).
The Radeon HD 4330 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: $393. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 3 FPS, equivalent to 0.01 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.015 fps/$ | 0.013 fps/$ | 0.010 fps/$ | 0.008 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.013 fps/$ | 0.010 fps/$ | 0.008 fps/$ | 0.005 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.008 fps/$ | 0.005 fps/$ | 0.005 fps/$ | 0.005 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 medium, the Radeon HD 4330 sets the ceiling at about 4 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 277 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 99% (FPS gap: 273 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Radeon HD 4330 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 98% | GPU Limits CPU 98% | GPU Limits CPU 98% | GPU Limits CPU 98% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 98% | GPU Limits CPU 99% | GPU Limits CPU 98% | GPU Limits CPU 99% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 99% | GPU Limits CPU 99% | GPU Limits CPU 99% | GPU Limits CPU 98% |
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) | 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 + Radeon HD 4330 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 Radeon HD 4330 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. It also shows why low utilization does not automatically mean there is no FPS limiter.
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 Radeon HD 4330 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 Radeon HD 4330 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 hardware is below minimum requirements. GPU is the limiting factor (96% below minimum). Expect performance issues. Low settings recommended.
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The Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon HD 4330 will struggle to run Hearts of Iron IV at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 3 FPS which is classified as "struggling". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $393 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $9 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.
For Hearts of Iron IV, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon HD 4330 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 hardware falls below the minimum requirements for this game, which may result in poor performance.
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.
