Dota 2 moved to the Source 2 engine well before CS2. The 'New Frontiers' update expanded the map by 40%, increasing the load on CPU and memory. Unlike LoL, Dota 2 uses more complex models and lighting. It benefits significantly from the Vulkan API, which distributes load better across CPU cores, though it still relies heavily on main core performance. For stable performance in chaotic 5v5 fights, 16GB of RAM is highly recommended.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 282 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 230 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 157 FPS.
The Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB is 228% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 960) for Dota 2. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 435% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-2500K).
The Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB 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: $807. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 282 FPS, equivalent to 0.35 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.446 fps/$ | 0.425 fps/$ | 0.357 fps/$ | 0.349 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.349 fps/$ | 0.333 fps/$ | 0.287 fps/$ | 0.285 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.252 fps/$ | 0.255 fps/$ | 0.219 fps/$ | 0.195 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 high, the Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB sets the ceiling at about 226 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 409 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 45% (FPS gap: 183 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB 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 21% | GPU Limits CPU 21% | GPU Limits CPU 35% | GPU Limits CPU 31% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 34% | GPU Limits CPU 35% | GPU Limits CPU 45% | GPU Limits CPU 37% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 22% | GPU Limits CPU 18% | GPU Limits CPU 24% | GPU Limits CPU 20% |
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) | CPU4% - 22% <> GPU24% - 62% <> | CPU4% - 22% <> GPU24% - 62% <> | CPU4% - 22% <> GPU24% - 62% <> | CPU9% - 28% <> GPU31% - 65% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU2% - 20% <> GPU48% - 73% <> | CPU2% - 20% <> GPU48% - 73% <> | CPU2% - 20% <> GPU48% - 73% <> | CPU7% - 24% <> GPU55% - 78% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU8% - 31% <> GPU47% - 80% <> | CPU8% - 31% <> GPU47% - 80% <> | CPU8% - 31% <> GPU47% - 80% <> | CPU14% - 38% <> GPU54% - 85% <> |
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 2% and 38% and GPU utilization between 24% and 85%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 44% at 1080p to 66% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 14% to 22%.
The utilization pattern is relatively even. The Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB reaches 70% average at its highest-load preset, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D peaks at 26% 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 14% and GPU 44%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 12% and GPU 62%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 22% and GPU 66%. This shows that both CPU and GPU workloads increase as pixel count and render complexity rise.
4K (Ultra HD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 26% (14-38%) and GPU 70% (54-85%), which keeps Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB 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 RX 6750 GRE 12GB 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 435% above and your GPU is 228% 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 RX 6750 GRE 12GB can run Dota 2 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 157 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 228% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 435% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $807 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $423 GPU (Rank #57 Value)). 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 4070 Ti for around $799 (Rank #42 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.
For Dota 2, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB 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.
Dota 2 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.
Dota 2 requires at minimum a Core 2 Duo E7400 (CPU) and GeForce 8600 GT (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 60 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-2500K and GeForce GTX 960 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Dota 2 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.
