Extremely accessible and runs on almost anything. It is single-threaded with negligible GPU load. However, installing many mods can increase RAM usage to 2-4GB.
This game has a built-in FPS cap of 60 FPS
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 184 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 60 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 45 to 63 FPS.
The Radeon R9 290 is 260% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 460) for Stardew Valley. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 160% above the recommended CPU (Core i3).
Stardew Valley supports: AFMF. The Radeon R9 290 can use AFMF, providing up to 1.5x-2x frame rate boost.
The Radeon R9 290 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, 1440p (low/medium/high), 4k (low/medium/high), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1440p ultra, 4k ultra.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $434. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 184 FPS, equivalent to 0.42 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.788 fps/$ | 0.680 fps/$ | 0.567 fps/$ | 0.424 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.189 fps/$ | 0.196 fps/$ | 0.184 fps/$ | 0.138 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.143 fps/$ | 0.145 fps/$ | 0.134 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1080p high, the Radeon R9 290 sets the ceiling at about 123 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 440 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 72% (FPS gap: 317 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 10/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 2/12.
Your Radeon R9 290 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 69% | GPU Limits CPU 70% | GPU Limits CPU 72% | GPU Limits CPU 56% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 17% | GPU Limits CPU 22% | GPU Limits CPU 27% | Balanced |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 25% | GPU Limits CPU 28% | GPU Limits CPU 34% | Balanced |
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.
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 260% 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 Radeon R9 290 can run Stardew Valley smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 60 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 260% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 160% above the recommended requirements.
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 GeForce RTX 5060 for around $299 (Rank #2 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.
For Stardew Valley, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon R9 290 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 high, 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p ultra, 1440p high, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 4k high, 4k low, 4k medium.
Yes! Stardew Valley supports AFMF, and your Radeon R9 290 is compatible with AFMF. With Frame Generation enabled, you can expect a 1.5x-2x FPS multiplier on top of native framerates, significantly boosting perceived smoothness.
Stardew Valley requires at minimum a Core 2 Duo (CPU) and GeForce 7 series (GPU) with 2 GB RAM and 500 MB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3 and GeForce GTX 460 with 4 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon R9 290 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Stardew Valley 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.
