The lighting engine has been updated over the years. It scales well, but running at 'Ultra' settings with high scaling can challenge even modern GPUs.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 324 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 317 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 244 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 227% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1660) for Euro Truck Simulator 2. The Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is 425% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-9600).
The Ryzen Threadripper 9960X sets the FPS ceiling at 1080p ultra, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p (low/medium/high), all 1440p settings, all 4k settings.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $3068. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 324 FPS, equivalent to 0.11 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.154 fps/$ | 0.132 fps/$ | 0.120 fps/$ | 0.106 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.140 fps/$ | 0.123 fps/$ | 0.112 fps/$ | 0.103 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.120 fps/$ | 0.108 fps/$ | 0.103 fps/$ | 0.080 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 1080p ultra, the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X sets the ceiling at about 317 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 344 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 8% (FPS gap: 27 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 1/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 11/12. Confidence is low because both ceilings are very close in this cell.
The Ryzen Threadripper 9960X 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 | CPU Limits GPU 8% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | Balanced | Balanced | Balanced | 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.
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 425% above and your GPU is 227% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Euro Truck Simulator 2 smoothly up to 4k achieving around 244 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 227% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 425% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $3068 ($1419 CPU (Rank #297 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Ryzen Threadripper 9960X 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 9960X 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 Euro Truck Simulator 2 performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1080p ultra.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 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.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 requires at minimum a Core i5-6400 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 25 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-9600 and GeForce GTX 1660 with 12 GB RAM. Your Ryzen Threadripper 9960X and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Euro Truck Simulator 2 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.
