DeadlockFPS onRyzen Threadripper 1900X&GeForce RTX 4090

Deadlock

Valve's new MOBA/Shooter hybrid. It has higher requirements than Dota 2, with 16GB of RAM recommended for a smooth experience.

Deadlock - FPS Estimates by Resolution

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

1080P
low267 FPS
medium226 FPS
high188 FPS
ultra173 FPS
1440P
low255 FPS
medium229 FPS
high191 FPS
ultra169 FPS
4K
low141 FPS
medium112 FPS
high99 FPS
ultra79 FPS

Performance Report

Deadlock

GeForce RTX 4090 + Ryzen Threadripper 1900X
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 173 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 169 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 79 FPS.

✅Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Deadlock. The Ryzen Threadripper 1900X is 28% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-6700K).

✅FPS Ceiling Analysis

No major FPS-ceiling mismatch detected. The GeForce RTX 4090 and Ryzen Threadripper 1900X stay close in effective frame-generation ceiling across the tested resolutions and quality settings.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce RTX 4090:$1649(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $1599
Ryzen Threadripper 1900X:$116(updated 2/11/2026)
Official Launch Price: $549

Combo price: $1765. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 173 FPS, equivalent to 0.1 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.151 fps/$0.128 fps/$0.107 fps/$0.098 fps/$
1440p0.144 fps/$0.130 fps/$0.108 fps/$0.096 fps/$
4k0.080 fps/$0.063 fps/$0.056 fps/$0.045 fps/$

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

Performance Limiter Analysis

Ryzen Threadripper 1900X|GeForce RTX 4090

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

📈Analysis

At 4k ultra, the Ryzen Threadripper 1900X sets the ceiling at about 76 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 84 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 10% (FPS gap: 8 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 3/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 9/12.

✅Verdict

Well Balanced

The Ryzen Threadripper 1900X 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.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowBalanced
MediumBalanced
HighBalanced
UltraBalanced
1440p (2K QHD)
LowBalanced
MediumBalanced
HighBalanced
UltraCPU Limits GPU 6%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowBalanced
MediumCPU Limits GPU 7%
HighBalanced
UltraCPU Limits GPU 10%
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.

Deadlock 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 Threadripper 1900X
cpu icon
16,829
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-2500K
RecommendedCore i7-6700K
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
gpu icon
38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 28% above and your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs. High/Ultra at 1080p. Lower settings for higher resolutions.

CPU

+28%vsrecommended

GPU

+279%vsrecommended

CPU

+163%vsminimum

GPU

+843%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i5-2500K
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1060
Processor: Core i7-6700K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Ryzen Threadripper 1900X and GeForce RTX 4090 run Deadlock well?

Yes, the Ryzen Threadripper 1900X paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Deadlock smoothly up to 4k achieving around 79 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 28% above the recommended requirements.

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

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1765 ($116 CPU (Rank #278 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). This is a well-balanced setup, meaning you're getting good value from both components without significant waste.

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

This setup is already well-balanced for Deadlock. No significant bottleneck - CPU and GPU are well matched across all settings. Both the Ryzen Threadripper 1900X and GeForce RTX 4090 complement each other effectively, so upgrading either component individually would yield diminishing returns. If you want more FPS, you'd benefit most from upgrading both CPU and GPU together.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Deadlock?

Deadlock 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 Deadlock?

Deadlock requires at minimum a Core i5-2500K (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 20 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-6700K and GeForce GTX 1060 with 16 GB RAM. Your Ryzen Threadripper 1900X and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Deadlock FPS estimates for the Ryzen Threadripper 1900X and GeForce RTX 4090?

These Deadlock 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.