Honkai: Star Rail FPS on Ryzen 7 9800X3D + Intel Arc Pro B60

Honkai: Star Rail

Being turn-based, extreme FPS is less critical here. The game features high-fidelity models and uses considerable storage for audio and cutscenes. 8GB of RAM is recommended for smooth operation.

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

Honkai: Star Rail - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low57 FPS
medium52 FPS
high46 FPS
ultra30 FPS
1440P
low55 FPS
medium50 FPS
high44 FPS
ultra29 FPS
4K
low34 FPS
medium30 FPS
high20 FPS
ultra15 FPS

Performance Report

Honkai: Star Rail

Intel Arc Pro B60 + Ryzen 7 9800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, frame rates range from 30 to 57 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 29 to 55 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 15 to 34 FPS.

Official Requirements

The Intel Arc Pro B60 is 37% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Honkai: Star Rail. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is 85% above the recommended CPU (Core i7).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

At lower resolutions (1080p (low/medium/high), 1440p (low/medium/high)), the Ryzen 7 9800X3D sets the FPS ceiling. As graphical load increases at (4k (high/ultra)), the Intel Arc Pro B60 becomes the FPS-limiting side. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p ultra, 1440p ultra, 4k (low/medium).

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

Intel Arc Pro B60:$450
Official Launch Price: $500
Ryzen 7 9800X3D:$465.38
Official Launch Price: $479

Combo price: $915.38. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 30 FPS, equivalent to 0.03 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.062 fps/$0.057 fps/$0.050 fps/$0.033 fps/$
1440p0.060 fps/$0.055 fps/$0.048 fps/$0.032 fps/$
4k0.037 fps/$0.033 fps/$0.022 fps/$0.016 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 9800X3D|Intel Arc Pro B60

This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages. Adjacent heavier settings are lightly stabilized to remove prediction jitter that would otherwise create impossible reversals.

📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the Intel Arc Pro B60 sets the ceiling at about 27 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 9800X3D has headroom up to 49 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 45% (FPS gap: 22 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 2/12 cells, CPU limits 6/12, balanced 4/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your Intel Arc Pro B60 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 39%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 39%
HighCPU Limits GPU 37%
UltraBalanced
1440p (2K QHD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 33%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 33%
HighCPU Limits GPU 31%
UltraBalanced
4K (Ultra HD)
LowBalanced
MediumBalanced
HighGPU Limits CPU 35%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 45%
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 and then monotonic-smoothed across heavier presets and resolutions, not generic utilization heuristics.

Honkai: Star Rail 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 9800X3D
cpu icon
39,966
Your Score
MinimumCore i3
RecommendedCore i7
GPU - Intel Arc Pro B60
gpu icon
13,807
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 650
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 85% above and your GPU is 37% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.

CPU

+85%vsrecommended

GPU

+37%vsrecommended

CPU

+203%vsminimum

GPU

+686%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 650
Processor: Core i3
Memory: 6 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1060
Processor: Core i7
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Intel Arc Pro B60 run Honkai: Star Rail well?

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Intel Arc Pro B60 will struggle to run Honkai: Star Rail at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 30 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Honkai: Star Rail?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $915.38 ($465.38 CPU + $450 GPU). Your Ryzen 7 9800X3D provides phenomenal top-tier performance but at a premium enthusiast price. Since you are essentially at the ceiling of current hardware capabilities, there are no meaningful performance upgrades available. However, if you wanted a more cost-effective build that still delivers a great experience, you could theoretically step down to a high-end processor with a significantly better value rating. For example, the Ryzen 9 9950X is a great upgrade option for around $649 (Rank #4 for value).

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Honkai: Star Rail performance?

Your Ryzen 7 9800X3D is already an incredibly powerful processor. While it's technically the first component to hit its limit (which is completely normal in state-of-the-art builds), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your Honkai: Star Rail performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high. GPU-limited at: 4k high, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Honkai: Star Rail?

Honkai: Star Rail 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 Honkai: Star Rail?

Honkai: Star Rail requires at minimum a Core i3 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 650 (GPU) with 6 GB RAM and 20 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7 and GeForce GTX 1060 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Intel Arc Pro B60 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Honkai: Star Rail FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Intel Arc Pro B60?

These Honkai: Star Rail 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.