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 66 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 65 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 59 to 65 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 6804% above the recommended GPU (GeForce 9600 GT) for Terraria. The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is 1313% above the recommended CPU (Core 2 Duo).
The GeForce RTX 4090 sets the FPS ceiling at 1440p (low/medium/high), 4k (low/medium/high), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX still has additional frame-generation headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at all 1080p settings, 1440p ultra, 4k ultra.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $2949. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 66 FPS, equivalent to 0.02 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.025 fps/$ | 0.025 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ | 0.022 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.024 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ | 0.022 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.022 fps/$ | 0.022 fps/$ | 0.022 fps/$ | 0.020 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1440p low, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 66 FPS, while the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has headroom up to 78 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 15% (FPS gap: 12 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 6/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 6/12.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 15% | GPU Limits CPU 15% | GPU Limits CPU 14% | Balanced |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 14% | GPU Limits CPU 14% | GPU Limits CPU 11% | 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) | CPU29% - 43% <> GPU1% - 7% <> | CPU29% - 43% <> GPU1% - 7% <> | CPU29% - 43% <> GPU1% - 7% <> | CPU30% - 55% <> GPU2% - 7% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU32% - 47% <> GPU2% - 15% <> | CPU32% - 47% <> GPU2% - 15% <> | CPU32% - 47% <> GPU2% - 15% <> | CPU31% - 56% <> GPU5% - 17% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU31% - 46% <> GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU31% - 46% <> GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU31% - 46% <> GPU11% - 24% <> | CPU26% - 52% <> GPU13% - 26% <> |
The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 26% and 56% and GPU utilization between 1% and 26%. Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 4% at 1080p to 19% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 38% to 38%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 56% and GPU at 26%. 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 38% and GPU 4%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 41% and GPU 9%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 38% and GPU 19%. This shows that GPU demand scales sharply with resolution while CPU load remains comparatively stable.
4K (Ultra HD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 39% (26-52%) and GPU 20% (13-26%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX 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 1313% above and your GPU is 6804% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Terraria smoothly up to 1440p achieving around 65 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 6804% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 1313% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $2949 ($1300 CPU (Rank #391 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 Terraria performance right now. GPU fully utilized at: 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 4k low, 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 Threadripper 2970WX and GeForce RTX 4090 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.
