Pc Building Simulator

The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination targets Pc Building Simulator, a simulation title that blends CPU-driven game logic with GPU rendering. The CPU carries a launch MSRP of $196, while the GPU has a launch MSRP of $349. Database measurements provide average frame rates across three resolutions and four quality presets, with a playability threshold of 60 FPS. The recorded data shows a clear pattern: this system is comfortable at 1080p, capable at 1440p with a settings compromise, and only marginally playable at 4K on the lowest preset.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table lists the average frame rates recorded for each resolution and settings combination. Minimum and maximum frame rates were not captured in the database, so only the averages are available.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | Low | 65.0 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 45.9 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 33.2 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 30.1 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 130.0 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 88.6 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 65.8 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 58.8 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 208.2 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 144.2 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 104.4 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 97.9 |

At 3840x2160, the performance envelope is narrow. Low settings yield 65.0 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS threshold, but every step up in quality drops the frame rate sharply: Medium at 45.9, High at 33.2, and Ultra at 30.1. The gap between Low and Ultra is substantial, and none of the higher presets come close to a smooth experience. At 2560x1440, the picture improves. Low reaches 130.0 FPS, Medium 88.6, and High 65.8, all above the threshold. Ultra falls to 58.8, a small miss that still leaves the game playable if the user tolerates a slight dip. At 1920x1080, the system has ample headroom. Even Ultra averages 97.9 FPS, while Low hits 208.2, indicating that the GPU is not the limiting factor at this resolution.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS defines the best playable setting for each resolution.

At 3840x2160, only Low qualifies, with an average of 65.0 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below the threshold, so the user must accept the lowest visual quality to maintain smooth gameplay. At 2560x1440, High is the highest preset that remains above 60 FPS, averaging 65.8 FPS. Low and Medium also clear the threshold, but High offers the best visual fidelity while still hitting the target. At 1920x1080, Ultra is the most demanding preset and it runs at 97.9 FPS, so all four presets are playable. The system can handle the game's maximum settings at 1080p without dropping below the 60 FPS line.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded data reveals how the workload shifts between the CPU and GPU as resolution and settings change. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, especially on Low at 208.2 FPS. Such numbers suggest that the GPU is not the bottleneck; instead, the CPU's ability to feed frames becomes the limiting factor. The i5-13400F has strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22604 and a PassMark multithread score of 25032, placing it in the 77th percentile among all CPUs. Its single-thread score of 3191 in Cinebench R23 also indicates solid per-core speed, which matters for simulation logic. At 1080p, the CPU is clearly capable of pushing the GPU to its limits, but the GPU itself is mid-range, as shown by its 58th percentile standing and a PassMark G3D score of 14111.

As resolution climbs to 2560x1440 and then 3840x2160, the frame rates drop dramatically, a classic sign of the GPU becoming the dominant constraint. At 4K, even Low settings only produce 65.0 FPS, while Ultra falls to 30.1. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s and its 6 GB GDDR6 frame buffer are adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K the rendering load overwhelms it. The CPU's performance, meanwhile, remains constant across resolutions; the same logic is processed regardless of pixel count. The fact that the frame rate scales down sharply with resolution indicates that the RTX 2060 is the limiting component at higher resolutions, while the CPU is the primary driver at 1080p. The game, being a simulation, does rely on CPU for game state and physics, but the rendering pipeline is what dictates the resolution scaling observed here.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users considering nearby hardware, the database lists the closest rivals for both components based on average benchmark scores. The i5-13400F has an average score of 25292. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (25284, 0% delta), Intel Core 5 120 (25362, -0.3%), AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25365, -0.3%), and AMD Ryzen 7 6800H (25201, +0.4%). All of these CPUs are within 0.4% of the i5-13400F's score, so in a CPU-bound scenario like Pc Building Simulator at 1080p, swapping to any of them would produce nearly identical frame rates. The GPU side shows similar clustering. The RTX 2060 has an average score of 15290, with nearest rivals including the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (15283, 0%), AMD Radeon 680M (15270, +0.1%), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (15199, +0.6%), and AMD Radeon RX 7600 (15171, +0.8%). These GPUs are all within 0.8% of the RTX 2060's score, meaning that at resolutions where the GPU is the bottleneck (1440p and 4K), they would deliver essentially the same frame rates. For a builder looking at alternatives, any of these CPUs or GPUs would offer comparable performance in this specific title.

How This Combo Ranks

The database ranks this CPU and GPU combination at 2981 out of 3723 tested combos for Pc Building Simulator. That places it in the lower third of all configurations. The rank reflects the GPU's age and mid-range positioning; many other combinations, particularly those with newer or higher-tier graphics cards, will deliver higher frame rates at 1440p and 4K. However, the rank does not tell the whole story. The combo still meets the 60 FPS threshold at 1080p Ultra and 1440p High, which are the most demanding presets at those resolutions. The ranking is a global measure across all tested hardware, and the i5-13400F's strong CPU performance helps the combo stay competitive in CPU-heavy scenarios, even if the GPU limits high-resolution performance.

The Verdict

This PC can run Pc Building Simulator, but the experience depends heavily on the chosen resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable: every preset, including Ultra, averages above 60 FPS, with Ultra at 97.9 FPS. At 2560x1440, the highest playable preset is High, averaging 65.8 FPS; Low and Medium also clear the threshold, but Ultra falls just short at 58.8 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low settings are playable, with an average of 65.0 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all drop below 60 FPS, making them unsuitable for smooth play. For a user with a 1080p monitor, this combination is more than sufficient. For 1440p, it offers a good balance with High settings. For 4K, the user must be willing to drop to Low to maintain playability. The data is clear: this is a 1080p-focused setup with acceptable 1440p performance and a limited 4K experience.