StarfieldFPS onRyzen 7 7800X3D&Radeon RX590 GME

Starfield

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.

Starfield - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low94 FPS
medium67 FPS
high51 FPS
ultra37 FPS
1440P
low72 FPS
medium56 FPS
high47 FPS
ultra34 FPS
4K
low30 FPS
medium23 FPS
high20 FPS
ultra15 FPS

Performance Report

Starfield

Radeon RX590 GME + Ryzen 7 7800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, frame rates range from 37 to 94 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 34 to 72 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 15 to 30 FPS.

⚠️Official Requirements

The Radeon RX590 GME is 43% below minimum GPU requirement for Starfield. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 89% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-10600K).

AI Acceleration

Starfield supports: FSR 3 Frame Gen, AFMF. The Radeon RX590 GME can use FSR 3 Frame Gen and AFMF, providing up to 1.5x-2x frame rate boost.

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Radeon RX590 GME 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 RX590 GME:$115(updated 2/10/2026)
Official Launch Price: $173
Ryzen 7 7800X3D:$384(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $449

Combo price: $499. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 37 FPS, equivalent to 0.07 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.188 fps/$0.134 fps/$0.102 fps/$0.074 fps/$
1440p0.144 fps/$0.112 fps/$0.094 fps/$0.068 fps/$
4k0.060 fps/$0.046 fps/$0.040 fps/$0.030 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 7800X3D|Radeon RX590 GME

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

📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the Radeon RX590 GME sets the ceiling at about 14 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 82 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 83% (FPS gap: 68 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your Radeon RX590 GME 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 58%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 67%
HighGPU Limits CPU 71%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 78%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 70%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 75%
HighGPU Limits CPU 77%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 81%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 76%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 79%
HighGPU Limits CPU 80%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 83%
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.

Starfield 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 i7-6800K
RecommendedCore i5-10600K
GPU - Radeon RX590 GME
gpu icon
8,349
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 1070 Ti
RecommendedGeForce RTX 2080

Your hardware is below minimum requirements. GPU is the limiting factor (43% below minimum). Expect performance issues. Low settings recommended.

CPU

+89%vsrecommended

GPU

-67%vsrecommended

CPU

+147%vsminimum

GPU

-43%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Processor: Core i7-6800K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 125 GB (SSD Obrigatório)
System: Windows 10
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce RTX 2080
Processor: Core i5-10600K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 125 GB (SSD Obrigatório)
System: Windows 10

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX590 GME run Starfield well?

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX590 GME will struggle to run Starfield at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 37 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.

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

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $499 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $115 GPU (Rank #19 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 5060 for around $299 (Rank #2 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.

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

For Starfield, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon RX590 GME 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 Starfield?

Yes! Starfield supports FSR 3 Frame Gen and AFMF, and your Radeon RX590 GME 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.

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Starfield?

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 hardware falls below the minimum requirements for this game, which may result in poor performance.

6How accurate are these Starfield FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon RX590 GME?

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.