Monster Hunter Wilds FPS on Ryzen 7 9800X3D + Radeon Pro Vega II

Monster Hunter Wilds

A heavy RE Engine title using advanced geometry and global illumination. It has sparked discussion by listing Frame Generation as a requirement for 60 FPS in its recommended specs. An SSD is mandatory.

Monster Hunter Wilds - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low76 FPS
medium64 FPS
high47 FPS
ultra34 FPS
1440P
low60 FPS
medium53 FPS
high39 FPS
ultra29 FPS
4K
low34 FPS
medium29 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra19 FPS

Performance Report

Monster Hunter Wilds

Radeon Pro Vega II + Ryzen 7 9800X3D
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, frame rates range from 34 to 76 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 29 to 60 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 19 to 34 FPS.

Official Requirements

The Radeon Pro Vega II is 21% below recommended, but 16% above minimum for Monster Hunter Wilds. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is 105% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-11600K).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Radeon Pro Vega II sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the Ryzen 7 9800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

Radeon Pro Vega II:$1800
Official Launch Price: $2199
Ryzen 7 9800X3D:$465.38
Official Launch Price: $479

Combo price: $2265.38. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 34 FPS, equivalent to 0.02 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.034 fps/$0.028 fps/$0.021 fps/$0.015 fps/$
1440p0.026 fps/$0.023 fps/$0.017 fps/$0.013 fps/$
4k0.015 fps/$0.013 fps/$0.011 fps/$0.008 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen 7 9800X3D|Radeon Pro Vega II

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 1440p ultra, the Radeon Pro Vega II sets the ceiling at about 29 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 9800X3D has headroom up to 101 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 71% (FPS gap: 72 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.

Verdict

GPU Limits CPU

Your Radeon Pro Vega II 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)
LowGPU Limits CPU 57%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 58%
HighGPU Limits CPU 60%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 69%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 57%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 58%
HighGPU Limits CPU 62%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 71%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowGPU Limits CPU 64%
MediumGPU Limits CPU 66%
HighGPU Limits CPU 66%
UltraGPU Limits CPU 71%
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.

Monster Hunter Wilds 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 i5-10600
RecommendedCore i5-11600K
GPU - Radeon Pro Vega II
gpu icon
15,597
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 1660 Super
RecommendedGeForce RTX 2070 Super

Your CPU is 105% below recommended and your GPU is 21% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.

CPU

+105%vsrecommended

GPU

-21%vsrecommended

CPU

+126%vsminimum

GPU

+16%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Processor: Core i5-10600
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 140 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Processor: Core i5-11600K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 140 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Radeon Pro Vega II run Monster Hunter Wilds well?

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Radeon Pro Vega II will struggle to run Monster Hunter Wilds at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 34 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Monster Hunter Wilds?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $2265.38 ($465.38 CPU + $1800 GPU). Since the GPU is the main limiting factor, investing in a stronger GPU will improve your framerates and overall value. For example, upgrading to the RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell for around $2399 (Rank #299 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance.

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Monster Hunter Wilds performance?

For Monster Hunter Wilds, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon Pro Vega II is the limiting factor here, while the Ryzen 7 9800X3D still has spare capacity. A more powerful GPU would unlock higher FPS, especially at higher resolutions and quality presets. GPU-limited at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Monster Hunter Wilds?

Monster Hunter Wilds 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 Monster Hunter Wilds?

Monster Hunter Wilds requires at minimum a Core i5-10600 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 1660 Super (GPU) with 16 GB RAM and 140 GB (SSD) storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-11600K and GeForce RTX 2070 Super 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.

6How accurate are these Monster Hunter Wilds FPS estimates for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Radeon Pro Vega II?

These Monster Hunter Wilds 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.