Built for massive sieges, this MMO creates a significant CPU bottleneck in large battles. 16GB of RAM is the minimum, setting a standard for next-gen MMOs.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 120 FPS. At 1440p, all settings exceed 98 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 61 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 183% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1660) for Throne and Liberty. The Ryzen Threadripper 3970X is 222% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-11600K).
The Ryzen Threadripper 3970X sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $6140. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 120 FPS, equivalent to 0.02 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.034 fps/$ | 0.030 fps/$ | 0.025 fps/$ | 0.020 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.027 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ | 0.020 fps/$ | 0.016 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.019 fps/$ | 0.016 fps/$ | 0.013 fps/$ | 0.010 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 low, the Ryzen Threadripper 3970X sets the ceiling at about 114 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 190 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 40% (FPS gap: 76 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 12/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Ryzen Threadripper 3970X is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU Limits GPU 25% | CPU Limits GPU 23% | CPU Limits GPU 17% | CPU Limits GPU 27% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 28% | CPU Limits GPU 26% | CPU Limits GPU 21% | CPU Limits GPU 27% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 40% | CPU Limits GPU 39% | CPU Limits GPU 32% | CPU Limits GPU 37% |
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) | CPU58% - 65% <> GPU76% - 100% <> | CPU47% - 69% <> GPU88% - 100% <> | CPU47% - 69% <> GPU88% - 100% <> | CPU27% - 57% <> GPU87% - 100% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU49% - 59% <> GPU78% - 100% <> | CPU30% - 61% <> GPU91% - 100% <> | CPU30% - 61% <> GPU91% - 100% <> | CPU11% - 49% <> GPU91% - 100% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU50% - 73% <> GPU73% - 100% <> | CPU36% - 74% <> GPU88% - 100% <> | CPU36% - 74% <> GPU88% - 100% <> | CPU19% - 73% <> GPU88% - 100% <> |
The Ryzen Threadripper 3970X + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 11% and 74% and GPU utilization between 73% and 100%. Ryzen Threadripper 3970X stays in a controlled operating range, while GeForce RTX 4090 carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 93% at 1080p to 92% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 55% to 55%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1440p (2K QHD) Medium, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 96% usage (91-100%), while the Ryzen Threadripper 3970X stays at 46% (30-61%). 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 55% and GPU 93%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 44% and GPU 94%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 55% and GPU 92%. This shows that workload scaling is limited, which can indicate engine-side constraints.
1080p (Full HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 62% (58-65%) and GPU 88% (76-100%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen Threadripper 3970X remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 96% average load at 1440p (2K QHD) Medium while the Ryzen Threadripper 3970X still has headroom, so a faster graphics card would deliver the largest uplift.
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 222% above and your GPU is 183% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen Threadripper 3970X paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Throne and Liberty smoothly up to 4k achieving around 61 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 183% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 222% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $6140 ($4491 CPU (Rank #395 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Ryzen Threadripper 3970X 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 Threadripper 9980X is a great upgrade option for around $4999 (Rank #383 for value).
Your Ryzen Threadripper 3970X 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 Throne and Liberty performance right now. CPU fully utilized 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.
Throne and Liberty 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.
Throne and Liberty requires at minimum a Core i5-7700 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 960 (GPU) with 16 GB RAM and 63 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-11600K and GeForce GTX 1660 with 16 GB RAM. Your Ryzen Threadripper 3970X and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Throne and Liberty 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.
