Dead by DaylightFPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&Radeon RX 7800M

Dead by Daylight

An asymmetrical horror game locked at 60 FPS. It is generally GPU-limited at high settings but runs on most mid-range hardware.

This game has a built-in FPS cap of 60 FPS

Dead by Daylight - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low60 FPS
medium60 FPS
high60 FPS
ultra60 FPS
1440P
low60 FPS
medium60 FPS
high60 FPS
ultra60 FPS
4K
low60 FPS
medium60 FPS
high60 FPS
ultra56 FPS

Performance Report

Dead by Daylight

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

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 100 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 65 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 56 to 66 FPS.

Official Requirements

The Radeon RX 7800M is 232% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 760) for Dead by Daylight. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 543% above the recommended CPU (Core i3-4170).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Radeon RX 7800M 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 7800M

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

📈Analysis

At 1080p high, the Radeon RX 7800M sets the ceiling at about 104 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 245 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 58% (FPS gap: 141 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your Radeon RX 7800M 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 48%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 53%
HighGPU Limits CPU 58%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 58%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 42%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 47%
HighGPU Limits CPU 49%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 51%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 39%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 45%
HighGPU Limits CPU 48%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 50%
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 7800M

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU31% - 59%
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GPU28% - 58%
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Medium
CPU31% - 59%
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GPU28% - 58%
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High
CPU33% - 59%
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GPU47% - 77%
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Ultra
CPU20% - 41%
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GPU47% - 78%
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1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU22% - 45%
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GPU38% - 73%
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Medium
CPU22% - 45%
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GPU38% - 73%
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High
CPU24% - 45%
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GPU57% - 93%
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Ultra
CPU11% - 27%
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GPU57% - 94%
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4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU23% - 45%
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GPU38% - 73%
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Medium
CPU23% - 45%
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GPU38% - 73%
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High
CPU24% - 45%
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GPU57% - 91%
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Ultra
CPU10% - 28%
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GPU57% - 90%
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Performance Summary

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + Radeon RX 7800M pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 10% and 59% and GPU utilization between 28% and 94%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while Radeon RX 7800M is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 53% at 1080p to 65% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 42% to 30%.

Load Interpretation

The utilization pattern is relatively even. The Radeon RX 7800M reaches 76% average at its highest-load preset, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D peaks at 46% average. This suggests a fairly controlled load distribution, but the actual FPS-limiting side should still be read from the limiter analysis above.

Resolution Scaling

At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 42% and GPU 53%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 30% and GPU 66%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 30% and GPU 65%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

1440p (2K QHD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 19% (11-27%) and GPU 76% (57-94%), which keeps Radeon RX 7800M 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 7800M 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.

Dead by Daylight 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 i3-4170
MinimumCore i3-4170
GPU - Radeon RX 7800M
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15,984
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 460
RecommendedGeForce GTX 760

Your CPU is 543% above and your GPU is 232% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+543%vsrecommended

GPU

+232%vsrecommended

CPU

+420%vsminimum

GPU

+603%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 460
Processor: Core i3-4170
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 50 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 760
Processor: Core i3-4170
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 50 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 7800M run Dead by Daylight well?

Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the Radeon RX 7800M can run Dead by Daylight smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 69 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 232% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 543% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Dead by Daylight?

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 Dead by Daylight performance?

For Dead by Daylight, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon RX 7800M 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 Dead by Daylight?

Dead by Daylight 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 Dead by Daylight?

Dead by Daylight requires at minimum a Core i3-4170 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 460 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 50 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3-4170 and GeForce GTX 760 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 7800M both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Dead by Daylight FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 7800M?

These Dead by Daylight 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.