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Microsoft Flight Simulator
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Average FPS: resolution vs quality settings
| Ultra | High | Medium | Low | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4K Ultra HD | 30 | 32 | 42 | 55 |
| 1440p QHD | 41 | 43 | 58 | 74 |
| 1080p Full HD | 51 | 54 | 71 | 92 |
Cell color: green is 120+ FPS, teal is 60+, amber is 30+, red is below 30. Cards marked Estimated above have no measured row and are scaled from your GPU benchmark percentile.
Performance Analysis: Microsoft Flight Simulator on Your System
Similar Performance Alternatives
The Intel Core i5-13400F sits in a tightly contested area of the database. Its average benchmark score of 25,292 places it within a fraction of a percent of several comparable processors. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS matches it almost exactly with a delta of 0%, while the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are 0.3% behind. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H is 0.4% ahead. In practical terms, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly indistinguishable frame rates in this game, making them viable substitutes if the i5-13400F is unavailable.
On the graphics side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 holds a 58th percentile ranking among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are remarkably close in aggregate score. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 matches it with a 0% delta, while the AMD Radeon 680M is 0.1% behind, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is 0.6% behind, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 trails by 0.8%. These four cards should produce nearly identical average frame rates in Microsoft Flight Simulator, although the RTX 2060's 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and 192-bit bus may handle texture streaming differently at higher settings.
For this specific pairing, the CPU is not the limiting factor. The i5-13400F, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, ranks well above the GPU in percentile terms (77 vs 58). The recorded data shows that the GPU's performance class is the binding constraint in this combination, as the CPU has substantial headroom in both synthetic and gaming workloads.
CPU and GPU Roles
The scaling between resolutions reveals how workload shifts between components. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system averages 92 FPS. Dropping to Medium yields 71 FPS, High produces 54 FPS, and Ultra falls to 51 FPS. This 41 FPS spread from Low to Ultra at 1080p indicates that the GPU is heavily engaged even at lower resolutions, while the CPU keeps up with scene complexity.
Moving to 2560x1440, the pattern changes. Low settings average 74 FPS, Medium 58 FPS, High 43 FPS, and Ultra 41 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 33 FPS, a narrower gap than at 1080p. This suggests that at 1440p, the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck, as the CPU's ability to feed frames is no longer the limiting factor.
At 3840x2160, the trend intensifies. Low averages 55 FPS, Medium 42 FPS, High 32 FPS, and Ultra 30 FPS. The gap from Low to Ultra shrinks to 25 FPS, confirming that the RTX 2060 is fully saturated at this resolution. The CPU scaling between resolutions is modest: at Low settings, 1080p to 1440p drops from 92 to 74 FPS (a 24% reduction), while 1440p to 4K drops from 74 to 55 FPS (a 26% reduction). This consistent scaling indicates the CPU is not introducing a bottleneck at any point.
The verdict is clear: for this game, the RTX 2060 is the dominant factor across all settings. The i5-13400F provides sufficient thread throughput for the simulation engine, but the GPU's raw pixel throughput caps performance. Players looking to improve frame rates should focus on GPU upgrades rather than CPU changes.
Measured FPS Breakdown
1920x1080: At the most popular resolution, the system offers a wide range of playability. Low settings produce an average of 92 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium averages 71 FPS with a minimum of 61 FPS and a maximum of 82 FPS, making it fully playable with no sustained drops. High averages 54 FPS, which dips below the 60 FPS target. Ultra averages 51 FPS, remaining in the 30-60 FPS range but lacking smoothness.
2560x1440: At 1440p, the performance envelope tightens. Low settings average 74 FPS, comfortably above 60 FPS. Medium averages 58 FPS with a minimum of 49 FPS and a maximum of 66 FPS, so it technically stays within acceptable range but frequently dips below 60. High averages 43 FPS, and Ultra averages 41 FPS, both too low for smooth play.
3840x2160: At 4K, only Low settings come close to playability, averaging 55 FPS. Medium averages 42 FPS with a minimum of 36 FPS and a maximum of 49 FPS. High averages 32 FPS, and Ultra averages 30 FPS. None of these meet the 60 FPS threshold; the minimum values at Medium show significant frame dips.
The recorded data shows no min/max values for Low, High, or Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, or 4K, except for Medium at each resolution. This means the Medium settings provide the only complete frame time data. At 1080p Medium, the 61 FPS minimum is crucial: it means the system never drops below 61 FPS, which is a strong indicator of smooth gameplay.
The Verdict
The verdict by resolution is straightforward. At 3840x2160, no settings achieve 60 FPS. The best case is Low at 55 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. This combination cannot run Microsoft Flight Simulator at 4K with acceptable performance.
At 2560x1440, only Low settings clear the 60 FPS bar, averaging 74 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fail to reach 60 FPS. This means 1440p play is possible, but only with significant visual compromises. Medium at 58 FPS is close, but the 49 FPS minimum makes it risky.
At 1920x1080, two settings pass the threshold. Low averages 92 FPS, and Medium averages 71 FPS with a 61 FPS minimum. High and Ultra fall short at 54 and 51 FPS respectively. The best playable setting is Medium, which delivers a stable experience above 60 FPS.
For a 60 FPS target, the system is fully capable at 1080p Medium, with Low as a spoiler choice. At 1440p, only Low is viable, and at 4K, no settings work. The system is not suited for high-refresh 4K or even 1440p Ultra.
FAQ
Q: Can this PC run Microsoft Flight Simulator at 1080p?
A: Yes. At 1080p, Low averages 92 FPS and Medium averages 71 FPS with a minimum of 61 FPS, both above the 60 FPS threshold. High and Ultra average 54 and 51 FPS, which do not clear the threshold.
Q: What is the best resolution for this system?
A: The best resolution is 1920x1080, where Medium settings average 71 FPS with a 61 FPS minimum. This is the only resolution and setting combination that provides a consistent >60 FPS experience.
Q: Can it run at 1440p?
A: Yes, but only with Low settings, which average 74 FPS. Medium averages 58 FPS, High 43 FPS, and Ultra 41 FPS, all below the 60 FPS target.
Q: How does the GPU compare to similar hardware?
A: The RTX 2060's aggregate score of 15,290 puts it 0.6% behind the RTX 3050 OEM and 0.8% behind the AMD Radeon RX 7600, and 0.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon 680M.
Q: Is the CPU a limiting factor?
A: No. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking is well above the GPU's 58th percentile. The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K is consistent, confirming the GPU is the primary constraint.
Q: Can the system run at 4K?
A: No. The highest average at 4K is 55 FPS on Low settings. Medium averages 42 FPS, High 32 FPS, and Ultra 30 FPS. No setting reaches 60 FPS.
How This Combo Ranks
This specific combination of Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 holds a rank of 2912 out of 3714 tested combinations in Microsoft Flight Simulator. That places it in the lower 22nd percentile of all tested systems. The ranking reflects the GPU's mid-range position within the test pool. The 6 GB of video memory and 192-bit memory bus of the RTX 2060 are adequate for 1080p but constrain performance at 1440p and 4K.
The CPU's 77th percentile ranking does not compensate for the GPU's 58th percentile position. In this game, the GPU is the deciding factor, and the rank is driven by the GPU's relative performance. Of the 3714 combos tested, only 802 perform worse, meaning this system is in the lower quarter of all configurations. For context, the RTX 2060 scores 14,111 in Passmark G3D, which is well below the top-tier cards. The system is functional for 1080p gaming but not competitive in higher resolutions.
Best Settings per Resolution
1920x1080: The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, averaging 71 FPS with a minimum of 61 FPS. Low settings average 92 FPS, but Medium offers the best visual quality while maintaining a 60 FPS floor.
2560x1440: The only preset that clears 60 FPS is Low, averaging 74 FPS. Medium averages 58 FPS, which is below the threshold, so Low is the recommended setting for 1440p.
3840x2160: No preset reaches 60 FPS. The highest average is Low at 55 FPS, which is 5 FPS short of the target. As such, no recommended setting exists for 4K; the system is not playable at this resolution.