DeadlockFPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&Radeon RX 6800 XT

Deadlock

Valve's new MOBA/Shooter hybrid. It has higher requirements than Dota 2, with 16GB of RAM recommended for a smooth experience.

Deadlock - FPS Estimates by Resolution

Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors

1080P
low213 FPS
medium181 FPS
high158 FPS
ultra148 FPS
1440P
low249 FPS
medium225 FPS
high197 FPS
ultra176 FPS
4K
low150 FPS
medium134 FPS
high125 FPS
ultra99 FPS

Performance Report

Deadlock

Radeon RX 6800 XT + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 148 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 176 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 99 FPS.

Official Requirements

The Radeon RX 6800 XT is 148% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Deadlock. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 161% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-6700K).

AI Acceleration

Deadlock supports: AFMF. The Radeon RX 6800 XT can use AFMF, providing up to 1.5x-2x frame rate boost.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Radeon RX 6800 XT 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.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

Radeon RX 6800 XT:$743(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $649
Ryzen 7 7800X3D:$384(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $449

Combo price: $1127. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 148 FPS, equivalent to 0.13 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.189 fps/$0.161 fps/$0.140 fps/$0.131 fps/$
1440p0.221 fps/$0.200 fps/$0.175 fps/$0.156 fps/$
4k0.133 fps/$0.119 fps/$0.111 fps/$0.088 fps/$

* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|Radeon RX 6800 XT

This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.

📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the Radeon RX 6800 XT sets the ceiling at about 90 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 112 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 20% (FPS gap: 22 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your Radeon RX 6800 XT is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 7 7800X3D frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 7%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 8%
HighGPU Limits CPU 7%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 11%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 12%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 11%
HighGPU Limits CPU 10%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 12%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 16%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 18%
HighGPU Limits CPU 17%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 20%
Percentages show how much potential FPS of the stronger component is lost because the other component has a lower FPS ceiling.
🧠Methodology

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.

Deadlock Requirements Comparison

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.

CPU - Ryzen 7 7800X3D
cpu icon
34,293
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-2500K
RecommendedCore i7-6700K
GPU - Radeon RX 6800 XT
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24,995
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 161% above and your GPU is 148% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+161%vsrecommended

GPU

+148%vsrecommended

CPU

+435%vsminimum

GPU

+519%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i5-2500K
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1060
Processor: Core i7-6700K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 6800 XT run Deadlock well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the Radeon RX 6800 XT can run Deadlock smoothly up to 4k achieving around 99 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 148% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 161% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Deadlock?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1127 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $743 GPU (Rank #69 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 4080 for around $1199 (Rank #61 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Deadlock performance?

For Deadlock, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon RX 6800 XT 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, 1440p ultra, 4k high, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Deadlock?

Yes! Deadlock supports AFMF, and your Radeon RX 6800 XT 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.

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Deadlock?

Deadlock requires at minimum a Core i5-2500K (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 20 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-6700K and GeForce GTX 1060 with 16 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 6800 XT both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Deadlock FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 6800 XT?

These Deadlock 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.