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 187 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 193 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 192 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 6804% above the recommended GPU (GeForce 9600 GT) for Terraria. The Xeon E5-1681 V3 is 576% above the recommended CPU (Core 2 Duo).
The GeForce RTX 4090 determines the performance ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, executing at maximum capacity.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1849. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 187 FPS, equivalent to 0.1 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.102 fps/$ | 0.102 fps/$ | 0.102 fps/$ | 0.101 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.105 fps/$ | 0.105 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.104 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ | 0.104 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
At 4k low, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 119 FPS, while the Xeon E5-1681 V3 has headroom up to 208 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 43% (FPS gap: 89 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your GeForce RTX 4090 is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Xeon E5-1681 V3 frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 29% | GPU Limits CPU 29% | GPU Limits CPU 27% | GPU Limits CPU 26% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 38% | GPU Limits CPU 38% | GPU Limits CPU 37% | GPU Limits CPU 36% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 43% | GPU Limits CPU 43% | GPU Limits CPU 41% | GPU Limits CPU 41% |
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.
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 576% 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 Xeon E5-1681 V3 paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Terraria smoothly up to 4k achieving around 192 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 6804% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 576% above the recommended requirements.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1849 ($200 CPU (Rank #498 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: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
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 Xeon E5-1681 V3 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.
