Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator presents an interesting case study for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination. The measured data shows a configuration that is heavily influenced by resolution, with the CPU providing ample headroom at lower settings while the GPU becomes the primary constraint as pixel count increases. This analysis breaks down the performance metrics, focusing on frame rates, component roles, and relative ranking within the database.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate trajectory from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates where the bottleneck lies for this pairing. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 225 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 Low, the average drops to 142 FPS, a reduction of 83 FPS (approximately 37%). At 3840x2160 Low, the average falls further to 74 FPS, which is roughly half of the 1440p figure and about one-third of the 1080p score.

This scaling pattern is characteristic of a system becoming GPU-limited as resolution increases. The CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at 1080p, but the RTX 2060 SUPER's rendering workload grows disproportionately with pixel count. The gap between Low and Ultra settings also widens at higher resolutions, indicating that the GPU's compute resources are being saturated. For instance, at 1080p, the difference between Low (225 FPS) and Ultra (107 FPS) is 118 FPS. At 4K, the same settings comparison shows a smaller absolute gap (74 FPS vs 35 FPS, a 39 FPS difference), but the relative performance hit is more severe, with Ultra delivering less than half the frame rate of Low.

The data suggests that 1080p is the sweet spot for high refresh rate gameplay, while 1440p offers a balanced experience, and 4K demands compromises on settings to maintain playability. The GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth appear sufficient for the game's asset streaming at 1440p, but the 4K Ultra preset (35 FPS) indicates the GPU's raw shading power is the limiting factor.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is built on the Turing architecture with a TU106 chip on a 12 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 1470 MHz and a boost clock of 1650 MHz. The memory runs at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective) across a 256-bit bus, producing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. These specifications place the GPU in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 18093.

In this game, the GPU's role is dominant at higher resolutions. The 4K Medium preset shows an average of 53 FPS with minimums of 45 FPS and maximums of 60 FPS, suggesting that the GPU can handle moderate settings at 4K but is not capable of maintaining high refresh rates. The 4K High preset drops to 37 FPS average, and Ultra falls to 35 FPS, confirming that the GPU's 2176 shading units and 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance are insufficient for maxed-out 4K rendering.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the database include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile (deltaPct -0.4), AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (deltaPct -0.5), AMD Radeon RX 460 (deltaPct -1.5), and Intel Arc A770M (deltaPct -1.6). These comparisons are based on average benchmark scores, not in-game FPS, but they indicate that the RTX 2060 SUPER sits in a competitive tier for its class. The 14 Gbps effective memory speed and 8 GB capacity are adequate for Pc Building Simulator's moderate VRAM demands, as evidenced by the playable frame rates at 1440p High (71 FPS).

How This Combo Ranks

The combined system ranks 2098 out of 3002 tested combinations in this game, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This rank reflects the CPU's strong performance (83rd percentile among all CPUs) paired with a GPU that is in the 62nd percentile. The discrepancy between the two components' percentiles explains why the combo does not rank higher; the GPU is the limiting factor in most scenarios.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 32750 positions it near the Intel Core i5-14600T (32707, deltaPct 0.1), Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32697, deltaPct 0.2), and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32812, deltaPct -0.2). This clustering indicates that the Ryzen 5 7400F is competitive with mid-range and some high-end mobile processors in synthetic tests. However, in this game, the combo's rank of 2098 suggests that many other configurations, likely with stronger GPUs, achieve higher frame rates.

The rank also implies that the system is not optimized for maximum performance in Pc Building Simulator, as the CPU's power is underutilized at higher resolutions where the GPU saturates. At 1080p Low, the CPU can push 225 FPS, but this is an outlier scenario; most users will play at higher settings where the GPU dominates. The combo's position at roughly the 70th percentile of tested combinations (2098/3002) indicates that while it is not a top-tier performer, it is also not among the weakest configurations.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p, the High preset delivers 112 FPS average, which is excellent for smooth gameplay on standard 60 Hz or 144 Hz monitors. The Medium preset offers 159 FPS, which is better suited for high refresh rate displays, and Low reaches 225 FPS for competitive play. Ultra at 1080p provides 107 FPS, only slightly lower than High, making it a viable choice for those seeking maximum visual fidelity without a significant frame rate penalty.

At 1440p, the Medium preset provides a balanced experience at 100 FPS average, with minimums of 85 FPS and maximums of 116 FPS. High settings drop to 71 FPS, which is still playable but may cause noticeable stutter on some displays. Ultra at 1440p yields 68 FPS, and Low reaches 142 FPS for those prioritizing performance. For 4K, the Medium preset is the only reasonable option, offering 53 FPS average, but users should be prepared for occasional dips to 45 FPS. High (37 FPS) and Ultra (35 FPS) are not recommended for smooth gameplay.

The data indicates that the best experience is achieved at 1080p with High or Medium settings, balancing visual quality and frame rate. At 1440p, Medium is the sweet spot, while 4K requires Medium settings at best, and even then, the frame rate is marginal.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across resolutions and settings.

1920x1080:

• Low: 225 FPS average
• Medium: 159 FPS average, 135 FPS minimum, 183 FPS maximum
• High: 112 FPS average
• Ultra: 107 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 142 FPS average
• Medium: 100 FPS average, 85 FPS minimum, 116 FPS maximum
• High: 71 FPS average
• Ultra: 68 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 74 FPS average
• Medium: 53 FPS average, 45 FPS minimum, 60 FPS maximum
• High: 37 FPS average
• Ultra: 35 FPS average

The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum values, providing additional insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the 135-183 FPS range indicates a stable experience. At 1440p Medium, the 85-116 FPS range shows more variance, suggesting the GPU is working harder. At 4K Medium, the 45-60 FPS range reveals significant frame pacing issues, which could cause perceptible stutter in a simulation game where camera movement is common.

The scaling from Low to Ultra at each resolution follows a predictable pattern, with Low being approximately 2-3 times faster than Ultra. This consistent ratio confirms that the game's settings have a uniform impact on GPU load, and the RTX 2060 SUPER's performance scales linearly with the workload.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p High settings?

A: The system achieves an average of 112 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings, making it suitable for smooth gameplay on standard monitors.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming?

A: At 3840x2160, the Medium preset yields an average of 53 FPS, but High and Ultra drop to 37 FPS and 35 FPS respectively. 4K is only playable at Medium settings, and even then, minimum frame rates of 45 FPS may cause noticeable stutter.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750, which is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-14600T (32707) and Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32697). It is slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (32662) and slightly behind the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32812).

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 18093. It performs within 1.6% of its nearest rivals, including the RTX 3060 Mobile and Radeon Pro 5700.

Q: What settings provide the best balance for 1440p?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 delivers 100 FPS average with a range of 85-116 FPS. This is the most balanced option, as High and Ultra drop to 71 FPS and 68 FPS respectively, while Low reaches 142 FPS but sacrifices visual quality.

Q: How does the combo rank in this game?

A: The combination ranks 2098 out of 3002 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle tier. This is due to the GPU being the limiting factor, as the CPU's performance is in the 83rd percentile.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture (codenamed Raphael) on a 5 nm TSMC process. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. The CPU features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s.

In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU scores 21765 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 3072 in single-core. Its PassMark multithread score is 25645, with a single-thread score of 3689. These results place the CPU in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32750.

In Pc Building Simulator, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with enough data to maintain frame rates. At 1080p Low, the 225 FPS average demonstrates that the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions. However, as resolution increases, the GPU's workload grows, and the CPU's advantage diminishes. The data suggests that the CPU is more than capable of handling this simulation game, as even at 4K Low (74 FPS), the frame rate is limited by the GPU, not the processor.

The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T (deltaPct 0.1), Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (deltaPct 0.2), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (deltaPct -0.2), and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (deltaPct 0.3). These comparisons show that the 7400F is competitive with mid-range and mobile processors, but its 6-core/12-thread configuration is not exceptional for multi-threaded workloads, as evidenced by its similar scores to the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H.

The CPU's 4.70 GHz boost clock and 32 MB of L3 cache are well-suited for gaming, as they provide low latency and high single-thread performance. The 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth is also adequate for the game's data transfer needs. While the CPU is not the limiting factor in most scenarios, its performance is sufficient to ensure that the system's overall capability is dictated by the GPU.