DeadlockFPS onXeon w7-2595X&GeForce RTX 4090

Deadlock

Valve's new MOBA/Shooter hybrid. It has higher requirements than Dota 2, with 16GB of RAM recommended for a smooth experience.

Deadlock - FPS Estimates by Resolution

Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors

1080P
low270 FPS
medium216 FPS
high185 FPS
ultra162 FPS
1440P
low262 FPS
medium218 FPS
high187 FPS
ultra161 FPS
4K
low147 FPS
medium119 FPS
high104 FPS
ultra81 FPS

Performance Report

Deadlock

GeForce RTX 4090 + Xeon w7-2595X
🎮Visual Experience

At 1080p, all quality settings exceed 162 FPS, suitable for 144Hz+ monitors. At 1440p, all settings exceed 161 FPS. At 4K, all settings exceed 81 FPS.

Official Requirements

The GeForce RTX 4090 is 279% above the recommended GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) for Deadlock. The Xeon w7-2595X is 402% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-6700K).

⚙️FPS Ceiling Analysis

The Xeon w7-2595X sets the FPS ceiling at 1080p (medium/high/ultra), 1440p (medium/high/ultra), 4k (medium/high/ultra), while the GeForce RTX 4090 still has headroom. The FPS ceiling is closely matched at 1080p low, 1440p low, 4k low.

💰Value Analysis

Approximated average price on current market:

GeForce RTX 4090:$1649(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $1599
Xeon w7-2595X:$1600(updated 2/6/2026)
Official Launch Price: $2039

Combo price: $3249. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 162 FPS, equivalent to 0.05 FPS per dollar.

ResolutionLowMediumHighUltra
1080p0.083 fps/$0.066 fps/$0.057 fps/$0.050 fps/$
1440p0.081 fps/$0.067 fps/$0.058 fps/$0.050 fps/$
4k0.045 fps/$0.037 fps/$0.032 fps/$0.025 fps/$

* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)

Performance Limiter Analysis

Xeon w7-2595X|GeForce RTX 4090

This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.

📈Analysis

At 1080p ultra, the Xeon w7-2595X sets the ceiling at about 157 FPS, while the GeForce RTX 4090 could reach 186 FPS. In this scenario, the CPU limits the GPU potential by 16% (FPS gap: 29 FPS). Overall distribution: CPU limits 10/12 cells, GPU limits 0/12, balanced 2/12.

Verdict

CPU Limits GPU

Your Xeon w7-2595X is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the GeForce RTX 4090 rendering potential remains unused in those settings.

🧩Detailed Breakdown
1080p (Full HD)
LowCPU Limits GPU 6%
MediumCPU Limits GPU 13%
HighCPU Limits GPU 11%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 16%
1440p (2K QHD)
LowBalanced
MediumCPU Limits GPU 10%
HighCPU Limits GPU 9%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 15%
4K (Ultra HD)
LowBalanced
MediumCPU Limits GPU 7%
HighCPU Limits GPU 8%
UltraCPU Limits GPU 15%
Percentages show how much potential FPS of the stronger component is lost because the other component has a lower FPS ceiling.
🧠Methodology

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.

📊Predicted Hardware Utilization for Xeon w7-2595X and GeForce RTX 4090

1080p (Full HD)

Low
CPU76% - 94%
<>
GPU54% - 82%
<>
Medium
CPU75% - 93%
<>
GPU54% - 84%
<>
High
CPU51% - 88%
<>
GPU54% - 84%
<>
Ultra
CPU44% - 81%
<>
GPU53% - 83%
<>

1440p (2K QHD)

Low
CPU64% - 82%
<>
GPU53% - 79%
<>
Medium
CPU63% - 81%
<>
GPU53% - 81%
<>
High
CPU40% - 79%
<>
GPU53% - 81%
<>
Ultra
CPU33% - 70%
<>
GPU54% - 81%
<>

4K (Ultra HD)

Low
CPU62% - 63%
<>
GPU70% - 93%
<>
Medium
CPU61% - 63%
<>
GPU70% - 95%
<>
High
CPU38% - 62%
<>
GPU70% - 95%
<>
Ultra
CPU31% - 50%
<>
GPU71% - 95%
<>

Performance Summary

The Xeon w7-2595X + GeForce RTX 4090 pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 31% and 94% and GPU utilization between 53% and 95%. Xeon w7-2595X reaches high load in heavier scenarios, while GeForce RTX 4090 is utilized efficiently without persistent saturation. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 69% at 1080p to 82% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 75% to 54%.

Load Interpretation

From a utilization perspective, this is a CPU-heavy load profile. At 1080p (Full HD) Low, the Xeon w7-2595X reaches 85% average load (76-94%), while the GeForce RTX 4090 remains comparatively lower at 68% (54-82%). This points to heavier CPU-side frame preparation work, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.

Resolution Scaling

At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 75% and GPU 69%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 64% and GPU 67%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 54% and GPU 82%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.

Optimal Settings Recommendation

4K (Ultra HD) Ultra is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 40% (31-50%) and GPU 83% (71-95%), which keeps GeForce RTX 4090 well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Xeon w7-2595X remains stable for consistent frame delivery.

Upgrade Insight

Current utilization does not show an urgent upgrade requirement for either component; the Xeon w7-2595X 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.

  • High GPU Load: You typically want to see High GPU Utilization (90%+) and moderate CPU usage when visual settings are heavy. This indicates the graphics pipeline is under strong load, but the exact FPS limiter should still be confirmed by the FPS ceiling analysis.
  • High CPU Load: If you see High CPU Utilization (85%+) paired with lower GPU utilization, the processor is handling a disproportionate share of frame preparation and game logic. That can point to CPU-side pressure, but it should not be treated as a direct replacement for FPS ceiling analysis.
  • Low CPU and GPU Load: If both CPU and GPU utilization are relatively low, it means the hardware is waiting on something else. This could be a game engine limitation, poorly optimized code, or an artificial framerate cap like VSync holding performance back. It does not mean both parts are equally fast in FPS terms.

Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.

Deadlock Requirements Comparison

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.

CPU - Xeon w7-2595X
cpu icon
66,049
Your Score
MinimumCore i5-2500K
RecommendedCore i7-6700K
GPU - GeForce RTX 4090
gpu icon
38,112
Your Score
MinimumGeForce GTX 660
RecommendedGeForce GTX 1060

Your CPU is 402% above and your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs. Ultra settings at 1080p, or High at 1440p/4K.

CPU

+402%vsrecommended

GPU

+279%vsrecommended

CPU

+931%vsminimum

GPU

+843%vsminimum

Minimum Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660
Processor: Core i5-2500K
Memory: 8 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB
System: Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended Requirements
Video Card: GeForce GTX 1060
Processor: Core i7-6700K
Memory: 16 GB
Disk Space: 20 GB (SSD)
System: Windows 10 64-bit

Frequently Asked Questions

1Can the Xeon w7-2595X and GeForce RTX 4090 run Deadlock well?

Yes, the Xeon w7-2595X paired with the GeForce RTX 4090 can run Deadlock smoothly up to 4k achieving around 81 FPS at Ultra quality. Your GPU is 279% above the recommended specs, and your CPU is 402% above the recommended requirements.

2Is there a more cost-effective setup to run Deadlock?

This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $3249 ($1600 CPU (Rank #288 Value) + $1649 GPU (Rank #77 Value)). Your Xeon w7-2595X 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 EPYC 9355P is a great upgrade option for around $2998 (Rank #287 for value).

3Which component should I upgrade first to improve Deadlock performance?

Your Xeon w7-2595X 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 Deadlock performance right now. CPU fully utilized at: 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.

4Does this setup support Frame Generation for Deadlock?

Deadlock 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.

5What are the minimum and recommended specs for Deadlock?

Deadlock requires at minimum a Core i5-2500K (CPU) and GeForce GTX 660 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 20 GB storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-6700K and GeForce GTX 1060 with 16 GB RAM. Your Xeon w7-2595X and GeForce RTX 4090 both exceed the recommended specs, so you're well-positioned for a great experience.

6How accurate are these Deadlock FPS estimates for the Xeon w7-2595X and GeForce RTX 4090?

These Deadlock 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.