Bethesda's Creation Engine 2 is CPU-dependent, especially in cities, and requires an SSD for asset streaming. Optimization tends to favor AMD slightly, but generally requires powerful hardware to run smoothly.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, frame rates range from 41 to 86 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 36 to 68 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 14 to 28 FPS.
The Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB is 20% below recommended, but 36% above minimum for Starfield. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 89% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-10600K).
Starfield supports: FSR 3 Frame Gen, AFMF. The Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB can use FSR 3 Frame Gen and AFMF, providing up to 1.5x-2x frame rate boost.
The Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB 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: $683. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 41 FPS, equivalent to 0.06 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.126 fps/$ | 0.094 fps/$ | 0.076 fps/$ | 0.060 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.100 fps/$ | 0.078 fps/$ | 0.070 fps/$ | 0.053 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.041 fps/$ | 0.032 fps/$ | 0.028 fps/$ | 0.020 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 4k ultra, the Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB sets the ceiling at about 12 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 81 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 85% (FPS gap: 69 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB 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 58% | GPU Limits CPU 67% | GPU Limits CPU 69% | GPU Limits CPU 74% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 71% | GPU Limits CPU 77% | GPU Limits CPU 77% | GPU Limits CPU 81% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 78% | GPU Limits CPU 83% | GPU Limits CPU 82% | GPU Limits CPU 85% |
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 89% below recommended and your GPU is 20% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
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The Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB will struggle to run Starfield at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 41 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $683 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $299 GPU (Rank #9 Value)). Your build is already very cost-efficient, but if you want even more FPS, the next good option is upgrading the GPU. For example, upgrading to the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti for around $799 (Rank #42 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.
For Starfield, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB 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.
Yes! Starfield supports FSR 3 Frame Gen and AFMF, and your Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB is compatible with FSR 3 Frame Gen and AFMF. With Frame Generation enabled, you can expect a 1.5x-2x FPS multiplier on top of native framerates, significantly boosting perceived smoothness.
Starfield requires at minimum a Core i7-6800K (CPU) and GeForce GTX 1070 Ti (GPU) with 16 GB RAM and 125 GB (SSD Obrigatório) storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-10600K and GeForce RTX 2080 with 16 GB RAM. Your setup meets the minimum requirements but falls short of the recommended specs. You may need to lower some settings for smooth performance.
These Starfield 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.
