A Source engine sandbox where performance depends entirely on the mods and contraptions you spawn. RAM errors are common on systems with only 4GB.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 374 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 340 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 287 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 1051% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 750) for Garry's Mod. The Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is 929% above the recommended CPU (Core i5).
The Ryzen Threadripper 7980X sets the FPS ceiling at 1080p (high/ultra), all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p (low/medium).
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $6849. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 374 FPS, equivalent to 0.05 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.076 fps/$ | 0.067 fps/$ | 0.060 fps/$ | 0.055 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.059 fps/$ | 0.055 fps/$ | 0.050 fps/$ | 0.050 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.052 fps/$ | 0.050 fps/$ | 0.047 fps/$ | 0.042 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 high, the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X sets the ceiling at about 356 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 465 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 23% (FPS gap: 109 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 10/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 2/12.
Your Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 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) | Balanced | Balanced | CPU Limits GPU 8% | CPU Limits GPU 10% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 18% | CPU Limits GPU 19% | CPU Limits GPU 23% | CPU Limits GPU 19% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 13% | CPU Limits GPU 13% | CPU Limits GPU 17% | CPU Limits GPU 12% |
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) | CPU18% - 24% <> GPU15% - 29% <> | CPU18% - 24% <> GPU15% - 29% <> | CPU18% - 24% <> GPU15% - 29% <> | CPU15% - 24% <> GPU15% - 29% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU12% - 17% <> GPU15% - 29% <> | CPU12% - 17% <> GPU15% - 29% <> | CPU12% - 17% <> GPU15% - 29% <> | CPU9% - 17% <> GPU15% - 29% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU12% - 17% <> GPU15% - 29% <> | CPU12% - 17% <> GPU15% - 29% <> | CPU12% - 17% <> GPU15% - 29% <> | CPU9% - 17% <> GPU15% - 29% <> |
The Ryzen Threadripper 7980X + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 9% and 24% and GPU utilization between 15% and 29%. Ryzen Threadripper 7980X keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 22% at 1080p to 22% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 21% to 14%.
Neither component is close to saturation: CPU tops out at 24% and GPU at 29%. 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 21% and GPU 22%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 14% and GPU 22%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 14% and GPU 22%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1080p (Full HD) Low is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 21% (18-24%) and GPU 22% (15-29%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen Threadripper 7980X remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 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 929% above and your GPU is 1051% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Garry's Mod smoothly up to 4k achieving around 287 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 1051% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 929% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $6849 ($5200 CPU (Rank #389 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 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.
Your Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 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 Garry's Mod performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
Garry's Mod 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.
Garry's Mod requires at minimum a Pentium 4 (CPU) and GeForce 6 series (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 5 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5 and GeForce GTX 750 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen Threadripper 7980X and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Garry's Mod 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.
