DeadlockFPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&Radeon RX 9070 GRE

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
low101 FPS
medium79 FPS
high68 FPS
ultra58 FPS
1440P
low70 FPS
medium57 FPS
high50 FPS
ultra40 FPS
4K
low45 FPS
medium36 FPS
high33 FPS
ultra28 FPS

Performance Report

Deadlock

Radeon RX 9070 GRE + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, frame rates range from 58 to 101 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 40 to 70 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 28 to 45 FPS.

Official Requirements

The Radeon RX 9070 GRE is 143% 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 9070 GRE can use AFMF, providing up to 1.5x-2x frame rate boost.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Radeon RX 9070 GRE 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 9070 GRE

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

📈Analysis

At 1440p ultra, the Radeon RX 9070 GRE sets the ceiling at about 42 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 207 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 80% (FPS gap: 165 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your Radeon RX 9070 GRE 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 61%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 64%
HighGPU Limits CPU 64%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 67%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 75%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 78%
HighGPU Limits CPU 77%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 80%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 73%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 75%
HighGPU Limits CPU 75%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 75%
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 9070 GRE

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU74% - 93%
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GPU46% - 70%
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Medium
CPU73% - 78%
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GPU76% - 78%
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High
CPU42% - 72%
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GPU81% - 83%
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Ultra
CPU37% - 66%
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GPU79% - 81%
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1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU67% - 74%
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GPU58% - 89%
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Medium
CPU66% - 72%
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GPU89% - 96%
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High
CPU41% - 69%
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GPU92% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU36% - 61%
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GPU92% - 100%
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4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU58% - 66%
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GPU57% - 90%
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Medium
CPU57% - 66%
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GPU89% - 95%
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High
CPU32% - 66%
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GPU91% - 100%
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Ultra
CPU26% - 58%
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GPU92% - 100%
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Performance Summary

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + Radeon RX 9070 GRE pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 26% and 93% and GPU utilization between 46% and 100%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D stays in a controlled operating range, while Radeon RX 9070 GRE carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 74% at 1080p to 90% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 67% to 54%.

Load Interpretation

From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1440p (2K QHD) High, the Radeon RX 9070 GRE averages 96% usage (92-100%), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D stays at 55% (41-69%). 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 67% and GPU 74%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 61% and GPU 90%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 54% and GPU 90%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

1440p (2K QHD) Medium is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 69% (66-72%) and GPU 92% (89-96%), which keeps Radeon RX 9070 GRE 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 9070 GRE 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 9070 GRE
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24,418
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 161% above and your GPU is 143% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+161%vsrecommended

GPU

+143%vsrecommended

CPU

+435%vsminimum

GPU

+504%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 9070 GRE run Deadlock well?

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX 9070 GRE will struggle to run Deadlock at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 58 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.

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 9070 GRE 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 9070 GRE 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 9070 GRE 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 9070 GRE?

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.