DeadlockFPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&Radeon RX 6800M

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
low136 FPS
medium113 FPS
high98 FPS
ultra83 FPS
1440P
low117 FPS
medium104 FPS
high92 FPS
ultra71 FPS
4K
low74 FPS
medium65 FPS
high58 FPS
ultra41 FPS

Performance Report

Deadlock

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

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 83 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 71 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 41 to 74 FPS.

Official Requirements

The Radeon RX 6800M is 32% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Deadlock. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 161% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-6700K).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Radeon RX 6800M 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.

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|Radeon RX 6800M

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

📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the Radeon RX 6800M sets the ceiling at about 38 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 112 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 66% (FPS gap: 74 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your Radeon RX 6800M 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 40%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 42%
HighGPU Limits CPU 42%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 49%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 58%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 58%
HighGPU Limits CPU 58%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 64%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 58%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 60%
HighGPU Limits CPU 61%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 66%
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.

📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 6800M

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU76% - 77%
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GPU46% - 79%
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Medium
CPU69% - 75%
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GPU81% - 85%
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High
CPU32% - 60%
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GPU85% - 95%
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Ultra
CPU28% - 58%
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GPU83% - 94%
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1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU55% - 62%
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GPU56% - 88%
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Medium
CPU53% - 61%
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GPU90% - 93%
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High
CPU30% - 50%
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GPU93% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU25% - 48%
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GPU93% - 100%
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4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU45% - 58%
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GPU56% - 88%
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Medium
CPU45% - 57%
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GPU91% - 93%
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High
CPU26% - 45%
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GPU94% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU20% - 43%
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GPU94% - 100%
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Performance Summary

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + Radeon RX 6800M pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 20% and 77% and GPU utilization between 46% and 100%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D stays in a controlled operating range, while Radeon RX 6800M carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 81% at 1080p to 90% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 59% to 43%.

Load Interpretation

From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 4K (Ultra HD) High, the Radeon RX 6800M averages 97% usage (94-100%), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D stays at 36% (26-45%). This shows the graphics pipeline is carrying most of the workload, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.

Resolution Scaling

At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 59% and GPU 81%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 48% and GPU 89%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 43% and GPU 90%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

1080p (Full HD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 43% (28-58%) and GPU 88% (83-94%), which keeps Radeon RX 6800M well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.

Upgrade Insight

Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 6800M 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.

  • High GPU Load: You typically want to see High GPU Utilization (90%+) and moderate CPU usage when visual settings are heavy. This indicates the graphics pipeline is under strong load, but the exact FPS limiter should still be confirmed by the FPS ceiling analysis.
  • High CPU Load: If you see High CPU Utilization (85%+) paired with lower GPU utilization, the processor is handling a disproportionate share of frame preparation and game logic. That can point to CPU-side pressure, but it should not be treated as a direct replacement for FPS ceiling analysis.
  • Low CPU and GPU Load: If both CPU and GPU utilization are relatively low, it means the hardware is waiting on something else. This could be a game engine limitation, poorly optimized code, or an artificial framerate cap like VSync holding performance back. It does not mean both parts are equally fast in FPS terms.

Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.

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
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34,293
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-2500K
RecommendedCore i7-6700K
GPU - Radeon RX 6800M
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13,295
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 161% above and your GPU is 32% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.

CPU

+161%vsrecommended

GPU

+32%vsrecommended

CPU

+435%vsminimum

GPU

+229%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 6800M run Deadlock well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the Radeon RX 6800M can run Deadlock smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 71 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 32% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 161% above the recommended requirements.

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

Price data is not currently available for this combination. In general, look for setups where the CPU and GPU are balanced — this ensures you're not overspending on one component that the other can't keep up with.

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 6800M 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.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Deadlock?

Deadlock 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.

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 6800M 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 6800M?

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.