Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator is a simulation title that focuses on assembling and benchmarking virtual hardware, so the performance of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combo reflects a blend of CPU-driven logic and GPU-accelerated rendering. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher quality presets, yet surprisingly capable at lower settings where the processor’s older architecture becomes a limiting factor. This analysis breaks down the specific roles of each component, how they interact in this game, and what the data implies for players seeking optimal performance.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 brings 6 cores and 12 threads to the table, running at a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz. This 2000-series processor, built on the 12 nm Zen architecture, has a 65 W TDP and supports DDR4 memory through a dual-channel bus with 46.9 GB/s bandwidth. In Pc Building Simulator, the CPU handles game logic, component compatibility checks, and the physics of the simulation, but the benchmark data suggests its impact on frame rates is secondary to the GPU at most settings.

Comparing the CPU’s synthetic scores, its Cinebench R23 multicore result of 11186 and single-core score of 1579 place it at the 77th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-1345U (deltaPct -0.4) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (deltaPct 0.6), indicating this older chip still holds its own in general computational tasks. However, in this game, the CPU’s limitations become evident at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the system hits 227.7 FPS, which is higher than any other setting, but the gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p (227.7 vs 168.7 FPS) suggests the CPU can feed the GPU adequately, yet the architecture’s single-thread performance caps the upper ceiling.

The PassMark single-thread score of 2239 and multithread score of 13160 provide context. While the CPU can handle the simulation’s background tasks, the data shows that at 4K Ultra, the system drops to 62.8 FPS, which is a 72% reduction from 1080p Low. This drop is primarily GPU-driven, but the CPU’s older Zen design means it cannot fully compensate at lower settings, as evidenced by the 227.7 FPS ceiling at 1080p Low, which is notably lower than what newer CPUs might achieve. The 16 MB shared L3 cache and 96 KB L1 per core are sufficient for the game’s modest CPU demands, but the processor’s 46.9 GB/s memory bandwidth may create a slight bottleneck when paired with the RTX 4070 SUPER’s fast GDDR6X memory.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the clear performance driver in this pairing. With 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, it offers 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth, which is more than enough for Pc Building Simulator’s rendering needs. Its base clock of 1980 MHz and boost clock of 2475 MHz, combined with 7168 shading units and 80 ROPs, allow it to push high frame rates even at 4K. The GPU’s 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 performance and support for DirectX 12 Ultimate ensure it can handle the game’s visual effects without strain.

The GPU’s benchmark scores reinforce its strength: a Passmark G3D score of 29995 places it at the 84th percentile among all GPUs, with rivals like the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (deltaPct -0.2) and AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (deltaPct -0.3) in a tight performance band. In this game, the GPU’s role is evident in the resolution scaling. At 1440p Ultra, the system achieves 120.7 FPS, while at 4K Ultra, it drops to 62.8 FPS. This 58 FPS decline is a direct result of the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth being pushed harder at higher pixel counts.

The 12 GB VRAM is a key asset. Pc Building Simulator’s Ultra preset likely loads higher-resolution textures and more detailed models, and the data shows the GPU can handle this without VRAM-related stutters, as evidenced by the consistent frame rates. The 220 W TDP and 550 W suggested PSU mean the card is power-hungry, but the benchmark results indicate it delivers the expected performance. The GPU’s boost clock of 2475 MHz is particularly effective at 1080p, where it achieves 227.7 FPS at Low settings, suggesting the card is not the limiting factor at lower resolutions.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution and setting combo for the highest average frame rate?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 227.7 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is followed by 199.2 FPS at 1080p Medium and 195.5 FPS at 1440p Low.

Q: How much of a performance drop occurs when moving from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the system achieves 168.7 FPS, while at 4K Ultra, it drops to 62.8 FPS. This represents a 105.9 FPS reduction, or roughly a 63% decrease in average frame rate.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more responsible for the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, Low settings yield 195.5 FPS, while Ultra yields 120.7 FPS. The 74.8 FPS difference is primarily GPU-driven, as the RTX 4070 SUPER’s rendering load increases with higher quality presets, while the CPU’s workload remains relatively constant.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations in this game?

A: The combo ranks 622 out of 1769 tested combinations, placing it in the upper third of all tested systems, indicating it outperforms the majority of other CPU-GPU pairings in this game.

Q: What is the CPU’s percentile ranking among all CPUs, and what does that imply for this game?

A: The Ryzen 5 2600 sits at the 77th percentile among all CPUs. For Pc Building Simulator, this means it is adequate for the game’s logic, but it is not a top-tier performer, which is why frame rates at 1080p Low (227.7 FPS) are lower than what a newer CPU might achieve with the same GPU.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking, and how does it compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER is at the 84th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A6000, has a deltaPct of -0.2, meaning the 4070 SUPER is slightly ahead, while the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE is 0.3% behind.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination ranks 622 out of 1769 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator. This places it in the 64.8th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms roughly 65% of other CPU-GPU pairings in this game. Given that the CPU is a 2018-era budget processor and the GPU is a 2024 high-end card, this ranking reflects the GPU’s dominance in the pairing, especially at higher resolutions where the CPU’s age is less impactful.

The rank is notably higher than the CPU’s individual percentile (77th) but slightly lower than the GPU’s percentile (84th), suggesting the CPU does drag the combo down slightly. For context, the CPU’s nearest rivals (Intel Core i5-1345U, AMD Ryzen 5 7530U) have near-identical average scores, but the GPU’s rivals (RTX A6000, RX 7650 GRE) are within 0.3% of its performance, so the combo’s ranking is largely determined by the GPU. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the combo still achieves 62.8 FPS, which is playable, and at 1440p, it exceeds 120 FPS at all settings, indicating that the pairing is well-balanced for this simulation title, with the GPU handling the heavy lifting.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce 227.7 FPS, Medium achieves 199.2 FPS, High reaches 172.4 FPS, and Ultra drops to 168.7 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 59 FPS, showing that the GPU can handle the increased visual load, but the CPU’s older architecture limits the peak at Low. At 2560x1440, the frame rates are still strong: Low hits 195.5 FPS, Medium reaches 172.6 FPS, High achieves 129.2 FPS, and Ultra drops to 120.7 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra here is 74.8 FPS, indicating the GPU is now the primary bottleneck as pixel count increases.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s workload becomes the dominant factor. Low settings yield 134.9 FPS, Medium drops to 96.4 FPS, High falls to 66.6 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 62.8 FPS. The transition from Low to Medium at 4K is a 38.5 FPS drop, while from Medium to High, it’s a 29.8 FPS drop, and High to Ultra only loses 3.8 FPS. This suggests that the Ultra preset at 4K is not significantly more demanding than High, but the GPU is nearing its limits. Across all resolutions, the pattern is consistent: the RTX 4070 SUPER scales well with resolution, but the CPU’s single-thread performance (Passmark 2239) becomes a limiting factor at 1080p Low, where the 227.7 FPS ceiling is lower than expected from the GPU alone.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For the best balance of visual quality and frame rate, the Medium preset at 1440p stands out, delivering 172.6 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and offers a significant improvement over High (129.2 FPS) without a major visual compromise. At 1080p, Medium is also excellent at 199.2 FPS, but the jump to High (172.4 FPS) is a 26.8 FPS loss for marginal visual gains, making Medium the sweet spot for this resolution. For players with 4K displays, High is the recommended preset, as it achieves 66.6 FPS, which is just above playable, while Ultra drops to 62.8 FPS, a 3.8 FPS difference that is barely noticeable but risks dipping below 60 FPS in more demanding scenes.

The data suggests that avoiding the Ultra preset is wise at any resolution, as the performance cost is high relative to High. At 1440p, Ultra (120.7 FPS) is only 8.5 FPS lower than High (129.2 FPS), but at 4K, the difference is just 3.8 FPS, indicating diminishing returns. Low settings are only recommended for competitive play or very high refresh rate monitors, as they yield 227.7 FPS at 1080p but sacrifice visual fidelity. The Medium preset offers the best compromise, providing 96.4 FPS at 4K, which is 33.6 FPS faster than High, making it the most efficient choice for 4K users who prioritize frame rate over maximum detail.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the GPU as the primary limiting component at higher resolutions. At Low settings, the drop from 1080p to 4K is 227.7 to 134.9 FPS, a 92.8 FPS decrease (40.8% reduction). At Medium, the drop is 199.2 to 96.4 FPS, a 102.8 FPS decrease (51.6% reduction). At High, the drop is 172.4 to 66.6 FPS, a 105.8 FPS decrease (61.4% reduction). At Ultra, the drop is 168.7 to 62.8 FPS, a 105.9 FPS decrease (62.8% reduction). These percentages show that as settings increase, the resolution scaling penalty grows, confirming the GPU is the bottleneck at 4K.

However, the scaling pattern also reveals the CPU’s influence at lower resolutions. The fact that 1080p Ultra (168.7 FPS) is only slightly higher than 1440p Ultra (120.7 FPS) — a 48 FPS difference — while 1080p Low (227.7 FPS) is much higher than 1440p Low (195.5 FPS) — a 32.2 FPS difference — suggests that the CPU limits the maximum achievable FPS at 1080p, regardless of GPU capability. The RTX 4070 SUPER is capable of more than 227.7 FPS at 1080p Low, but the Ryzen 5 2600’s single-thread performance (Passmark 2239) caps it. This is further supported by the 4K data: at 4K Low, the system achieves 134.9 FPS, which is only 42.8 FPS lower than 1080p Low, indicating that the GPU is still handling the load, but the CPU is not the limiting factor at this resolution. The data implies that upgrading the CPU would yield higher FPS at 1080p and lower settings, while the GPU is the sole determinant at 4K and higher presets.