VR support requires stronger hardware. The game also uses the CPU for voice recognition processing, adding a unique load.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 309 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 286 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 184 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 167% above the recommended GPU (GeForce RTX 2060) for Phasmophobia. The Ryzen 9 7900 is 172% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-10600).
The GeForce RTX 4090 sets the FPS ceiling at all 4k settings, while the Ryzen 9 7900 still has additional frame-generation headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $2019. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 309 FPS, equivalent to 0.15 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.212 fps/$ | 0.188 fps/$ | 0.162 fps/$ | 0.153 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.201 fps/$ | 0.182 fps/$ | 0.158 fps/$ | 0.142 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.120 fps/$ | 0.121 fps/$ | 0.099 fps/$ | 0.091 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 4k ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 140 FPS, while the Ryzen 9 7900 has headroom up to 184 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 24% (FPS gap: 44 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 5/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 7/12.
The Ryzen 9 7900 and GeForce RTX 4090 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) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | GPU Limits CPU 6% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 21% | GPU Limits CPU 23% | GPU Limits CPU 23% | GPU Limits CPU 24% |
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% <> GPU47% - 86% <> | CPU0% - 13% <> GPU47% - 86% <> | CPU11% - 30% <> GPU63% - 90% <> | CPU22% - 36% <> GPU70% - 89% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU0% - 5% <> GPU51% - 86% <> | CPU0% - 5% <> GPU51% - 86% <> | CPU3% - 12% <> GPU72% - 90% <> | CPU5% - 14% <> GPU76% - 86% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU0% - 6% <> GPU51% - 87% <> | CPU0% - 6% <> GPU51% - 87% <> | CPU3% - 15% <> GPU74% - 93% <> | CPU7% - 18% <> GPU84% - 98% <> |
The Ryzen 9 7900 + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 36% and GPU utilization between 47% and 98%. Ryzen 9 7900 keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 72% at 1080p to 78% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 15% to 7%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 4K (Ultra HD) Ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 91% usage (84-98%), while the Ryzen 9 7900 stays at 12% (7-18%). This shows the graphics pipeline is carrying most of the workload, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 15% and GPU 72%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 6% and GPU 75%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 7% and GPU 78%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
4K (Ultra HD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 12% (7-18%) and GPU 91% (84-98%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 9 7900 remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen 9 7900 and GeForce RTX 4090 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 172% above and your GPU is 167% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen 9 7900 paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Phasmophobia smoothly up to 4k achieving around 184 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 167% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 172% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $2019 ($370 CPU (Rank #95 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your GeForce RTX 4090 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 card with a significantly better value rating.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is already a top-tier graphics card. While it's technically the limiting factor here (which means you are fully utilizing your GPU's visual horsepower exactly as intended), there is no meaningful upgrade path that would drastically improve your Phasmophobia performance right now. GPU fully utilized at: 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
Phasmophobia 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.
Phasmophobia requires at minimum a Core i5-4590 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 970 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 21 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-10600 and GeForce RTX 2060 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen 9 7900 and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Phasmophobia 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.
