An asymmetrical horror game locked at 60 FPS. It is generally GPU-limited at high settings but runs on most mid-range hardware.
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, frame rates range from 44 to 108 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 36 to 87 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 22 to 59 FPS.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is 692% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 760) for Dead by Daylight. The Xeon w5-3435X is 745% above the recommended CPU (Core i3-4170).
The GeForce RTX 4090 sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the Xeon w5-3435X still has additional frame-generation headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $1812. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 44 FPS, equivalent to 0.02 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.060 fps/$ | 0.038 fps/$ | 0.036 fps/$ | 0.024 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.048 fps/$ | 0.030 fps/$ | 0.029 fps/$ | 0.020 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.033 fps/$ | 0.022 fps/$ | 0.021 fps/$ | 0.012 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 ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 sets the ceiling at about 19 FPS, while the Xeon w5-3435X has headroom up to 82 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 77% (FPS gap: 63 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 w5-3435X frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 35% | GPU Limits CPU 53% | GPU Limits CPU 55% | GPU Limits CPU 63% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 47% | GPU Limits CPU 61% | GPU Limits CPU 62% | GPU Limits CPU 70% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 59% | GPU Limits CPU 68% | GPU Limits CPU 70% | GPU Limits CPU 77% |
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) | CPU65% - 70% <> GPU49% - 63% <> | CPU65% - 70% <> GPU49% - 63% <> | CPU56% - 72% <> GPU79% - 84% <> | CPU43% - 59% <> GPU84% - 87% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU55% - 68% <> GPU52% - 75% <> | CPU55% - 68% <> GPU52% - 75% <> | CPU47% - 65% <> GPU90% - 98% <> | CPU33% - 50% <> GPU99% - 100% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU55% - 68% <> GPU55% - 75% <> | CPU55% - 68% <> GPU55% - 75% <> | CPU46% - 65% <> GPU93% - 98% <> | CPU32% - 50% <> GPU99% - 100% <> |
The Xeon w5-3435X + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 32% and 72% and GPU utilization between 49% and 100%. Xeon w5-3435X 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 70% at 1080p to 82% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 63% to 55%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1440p (2K QHD) Ultra, the GeForce RTX 4090 averages 100% usage (99-100%), while the Xeon w5-3435X stays at 42% (33-50%). 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 63% and GPU 70%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 56% and GPU 81%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 55% and GPU 82%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1080p (Full HD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 51% (43-59%) and GPU 86% (84-87%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Xeon w5-3435X remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The GeForce RTX 4090 reaches 100% average load at 1440p (2K QHD) Ultra while the Xeon w5-3435X 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 745% above and your GPU is 692% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.
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The Xeon w5-3435X and GeForce RTX 4090 will struggle to run Dead by Daylight at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 44 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $1812 ($163 CPU + $1649 GPU). 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 Dead by Daylight 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.
Dead by Daylight 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.
Dead by Daylight requires at minimum a Core i3-4170 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 460 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 50 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i3-4170 and GeForce GTX 760 with 8 GB RAM. Your Xeon w5-3435X and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.
These Dead by Daylight 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.
