A classic 2D sandbox. While generally light, heavy boss fights and fluid physics can slow down older CPUs. It requires Shader Model 2.0 support.
This game has a built-in FPS cap of 60 FPS
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 102 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 105 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 101 FPS.
The RTX A6000 is 4033% above the recommended GPU (GeForce 9600 GT) for Terraria. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 1465% above the recommended CPU (Core 2 Duo).
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, 4k (medium/high), while the RTX A6000 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 4k (low/ultra).
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $3884. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 102 FPS, equivalent to 0.03 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.027 fps/$ | 0.027 fps/$ | 0.027 fps/$ | 0.026 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.028 fps/$ | 0.028 fps/$ | 0.028 fps/$ | 0.027 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.027 fps/$ | 0.027 fps/$ | 0.027 fps/$ | 0.026 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1080p medium, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D sets the ceiling at about 102 FPS, while the RTX A6000 could reach 117 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 13% (FPS gap: 15 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 10/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 2/12.
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D and RTX A6000 stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across most presets, so neither side consistently suppresses the other by a large margin.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU Limits GPU 11% | CPU Limits GPU 13% | CPU Limits GPU 12% | CPU Limits GPU 9% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 11% | CPU Limits GPU 13% | CPU Limits GPU 12% | CPU Limits GPU 10% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 8% | CPU Limits GPU 9% | Balanced |
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.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU0% - 13% <> GPU0% - 12% <> | CPU0% - 13% <> GPU0% - 12% <> | CPU0% - 13% <> GPU0% - 12% <> | CPU4% - 12% <> GPU0% - 0% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU5% - 19% <> GPU0% - 8% <> | CPU5% - 19% <> GPU0% - 8% <> | CPU5% - 19% <> GPU0% - 8% <> | CPU7% - 15% <> GPU0% - 2% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU4% - 12% <> GPU4% - 14% <> | CPU4% - 12% <> GPU4% - 14% <> | CPU4% - 12% <> GPU4% - 14% <> | CPU2% - 8% <> GPU2% - 8% <> |
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + RTX A6000 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 19% and GPU utilization between 0% and 14%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while RTX A6000 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 5% at 1080p to 8% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 7% to 7%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 19% and GPU at 14%. This pattern suggests possible engine-side limits, an FPS cap, or workload constraints unrelated to raw hardware throughput. It also shows why low utilization does not automatically mean there is no FPS limiter.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 7% and GPU 5%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 12% and GPU 3%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 7% and GPU 8%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.
4K (Ultra HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 8% (4-12%) and GPU 9% (4-14%), which keeps RTX A6000 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 7 7800X3D and RTX A6000 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.
Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.
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 1465% above and your GPU is 4033% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the RTX A6000 can run Terraria smoothly up to 4k achieving around 101 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 4033% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 1465% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $3884 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $3500 GPU (Rank #92 Value)). Since the CPU is the main limiting factor, investing in a stronger processor will improve your framerates and overall value. For example, the Ryzen 9 9950X is a great upgrade option for around $649 (Rank #5 for value).
For Terraria, upgrading the CPU would have the biggest impact on performance. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is currently the limiting factor — the RTX A6000 has extra headroom that a faster processor could take advantage of. This is especially noticeable at 1080p where CPU performance matters more. CPU-limited at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k medium, 4k high.
Terraria 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.
Terraria requires at minimum a Pentium 4 (CPU) and GeForce FX 5900 (GPU) with 2.5 GB RAM and 200 MB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core 2 Duo and GeForce 9600 GT with 4 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 7800X3D and RTX A6000 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Terraria 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.
