The standard for turn-time benchmarks. Late-game turns require huge CPU throughput to process AI moves. High-resolution textures also demand a fair amount of VRAM.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 227 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 123 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 87 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 539% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 770) for Civilization VI. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX is 738% above the recommended CPU (Core i5-4xxx).
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX sets the FPS ceiling at all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at all 1080p settings.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $3048. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 227 FPS, equivalent to 0.07 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.110 fps/$ | 0.100 fps/$ | 0.087 fps/$ | 0.074 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.062 fps/$ | 0.057 fps/$ | 0.047 fps/$ | 0.040 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.048 fps/$ | 0.042 fps/$ | 0.034 fps/$ | 0.029 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 PRO 7945WX sets the ceiling at about 146 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 169 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 14% (FPS gap: 23 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 8/12 cells, GPU limits 1/12, balanced 3/12.
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX 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 | GPU Limits CPU 6% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU Limits GPU 12% | CPU Limits GPU 7% | CPU Limits GPU 9% | CPU Limits GPU 7% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU Limits GPU 14% | CPU Limits GPU 11% | CPU Limits GPU 11% | CPU Limits GPU 10% |
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) | CPU0% - 23% <> GPU20% - 49% <> | CPU0% - 23% <> GPU20% - 49% <> | CPU8% - 23% <> GPU19% - 45% <> | CPU8% - 23% <> GPU19% - 45% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU0% - 23% <> GPU31% - 73% <> | CPU0% - 23% <> GPU31% - 73% <> | CPU12% - 24% <> GPU35% - 73% <> | CPU12% - 24% <> GPU35% - 73% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU0% - 44% <> GPU56% - 89% <> | CPU0% - 44% <> GPU56% - 89% <> | CPU15% - 44% <> GPU62% - 91% <> | CPU15% - 44% <> GPU62% - 91% <> |
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 0% and 44% and GPU utilization between 19% and 91%. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX keeps significant headroom across presets, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 33% at 1080p to 74% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 14% to 26%.
The utilization pattern is relatively even. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 76% average at its highest-load preset, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX peaks at 30% average. This suggests a fairly controlled load distribution, but the actual FPS-limiting side should still be read from the limiter analysis above.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 14% and GPU 33%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 15% and GPU 53%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 26% and GPU 74%. This shows that both CPU and GPU workloads increase as pixel count and render complexity rise.
4K (Ultra HD) High is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 30% (15-44%) and GPU 76% (62-91%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX 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 738% above and your GPU is 539% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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Yes, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Civilization VI smoothly up to 4k achieving around 87 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 539% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 738% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $3048 ($1399 CPU (Rank #376 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX 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 PRO 9955WX is a great upgrade option for around $429 (Rank #60 for value) while costing less than your current CPU.
Your Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX 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 Civilization VI performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
Civilization VI 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.
Civilization VI requires at minimum a Core i3-2120 (CPU) and GeForce GTS 450 (GPU) with 4 GB RAM and 12 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i5-4xxx and GeForce GTX 770 with 8 GB RAM. Your Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Civilization VI 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.
