Pc Building Simulator

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Pc Building Simulator across the three test resolutions reveals a clear and consistent scaling pattern that shifts the performance bottleneck depending on where you look. At 1080p, the combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 delivers extremely high frame rates across all settings, with the Low preset hitting 302 FPS and even the demanding Ultra preset reaching 144 FPS. This suggests that at this resolution, the system is not being stressed heavily by either component, and the frame rates are high enough that the limiting factor is likely the CPU's ability to feed the GPU with draw calls and simulation data, given that Pc Building Simulator is a simulation genre title.

Moving to 1440p, the data shows a substantial drop in average FPS across every preset. The Low preset falls from 302 FPS at 1080p to 191 FPS, a reduction of 111 FPS. High settings drop from 151 to 95 FPS, Medium from 214 to 135 FPS, and Ultra from 144 to 91 FPS. The percentage drops are consistent, hovering around 36-38% for most presets, which indicates that the GPU is starting to become more of a limiting factor as the pixel count increases, but the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are still managing to keep frame rates well above 90 FPS even at Ultra. The 1440p results are still strong for a simulation game, but the scaling shows that the RTX 3070's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and its bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s are being taxed more heavily.

At 4K (3840x2160), the scaling becomes more pronounced and the GPU's role as the primary bottleneck is unmistakable. The Low preset still manages 100 FPS, which is respectable, but the Medium preset drops to 71 FPS, High to 50 FPS, and Ultra to 47 FPS. The gap between 1440p and 4K is significant: for example, High settings go from 95 FPS at 1440p to 50 FPS at 4K, a 47% reduction. This steep decline is typical of a GPU that is running out of raw throughput and memory bandwidth at higher resolutions. The RTX 3070's 20.31 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 165.6 GPixel/s pixel rate are simply not enough to maintain high frame rates at 4K with Ultra settings, where the average dips to 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold often considered smooth for action games, though acceptable for a slower-paced simulation.

What this scaling pattern tells us is that the Ryzen 5 7500X3D, with its 96 MB of shared L3 cache and boost clock of 4.50 GHz, is more than capable of keeping up with the RTX 3070 at 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, the GPU becomes the clear limiting component. The fact that the 4K Low preset (100 FPS) is still more than double the 4K Ultra preset (47 FPS) suggests that the game's graphics settings have a profound impact on GPU load, and that the RTX 3070's 8 GB VRAM buffer is likely being saturated at higher settings and resolutions, given that the game is a simulation with many objects and textures to manage.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo perform at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 144 FPS. This is the lowest average among the 1080p presets, but it still provides a very smooth experience that is well above the refresh rate of most standard monitors.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the bottleneck at 1440p?

A: The data indicates a balanced load at 2560x1440. The CPU, with 6 cores and 12 threads and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, keeps the Low preset at 191 FPS, while the GPU's performance scales down predictably as settings increase, with Ultra at 91 FPS. The 36-38% drop from 1080p to 1440p across presets suggests the GPU is becoming more significant, but the CPU is not holding things back.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in this game?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 302, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low settings preset. This demonstrates the CPU's strong single-thread performance (PassMark single-thread score of 3494) and the GPU's ability to push very high frame rates when graphical load is minimal.

Q: How does the 4K Ultra performance compare to the 4K Low performance?

A: At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 100 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 47 FPS. This represents a 53% reduction in average frame rate, showing that the Ultra preset at 4K imposes a heavy load on the RTX 3070, likely due to its 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth being stretched.

Q: Where does this specific CPU-GPU combination rank among all tested combos for this game?

A: The combo ranks 1233 out of 3002 tested combinations, placing it in the upper half of all configurations. This suggests that while it is not a top-tier pairing, it performs better than the majority of tested systems in Pc Building Simulator.

Q: Are there any measured minimum or maximum FPS values for the High settings at 1080p?

A: No, the measured data for 1920x1080 High settings only includes an average FPS of 151. Minimum and maximum FPS values are not provided for that specific configuration, unlike the Medium preset, which has a min of 182 and max of 246.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 achieves a rank of 1233 out of 3002 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator. This percentile placement indicates that this pairing delivers above-average performance for this specific game, though it is not in the top tier. To put this in context, the CPU itself has a percentile rank of 89 against all CPUs, and the GPU has a percentile rank of 61 against all GPUs. The discrepancy between these two percentiles suggests that the RTX 3070 is the weaker link in this pairing, and the CPU is capable of driving a more powerful graphics card to higher overall frame rates.

Looking at the nearest rivals for each component helps clarify where the performance ceiling lies. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D has an average benchmark score of 44573, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H (44466, a 0.2% difference) and the Intel Core i9-13950HX (44342, a 0.5% difference). This indicates that the CPU is performing exactly as expected for its class, with no anomalies in its 11,270 million transistors and 5 nm process node from TSMC. On the GPU side, the RTX 3070's average benchmark score of 17208 is closely matched by the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (17083, a 0.7% difference) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (17037, a 1% difference). This shows that the GPU is also performing within its expected range, with its 17,400 million transistors on an 8 nm Samsung process.

The rank of 1233 out of 3002 means that roughly 59% of tested combos perform worse than this pairing. For a simulation game that is not typically as demanding as a first-person shooter or a AAA action title, this rank is respectable. The data also shows that the combo's performance is well-balanced, with the CPU's strong cache hierarchy (96 MB L3) and the GPU's 5888 shading units working together to produce smooth frame rates at most settings and resolutions. However, the gap between the CPU's high percentile (89) and the GPU's lower percentile (61) is a clear indicator that upgrading the GPU would yield a more significant performance boost than upgrading the CPU in this specific game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of how this combo handles Pc Building Simulator across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the performance is consistently high. The Low preset achieves an average of 302 FPS, which is exceptional and indicates that the system is far from being stressed. The Medium preset averages 214 FPS, with a minimum of 182 FPS and a maximum of 246 FPS, showing good frame pacing. The High preset averages 151 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 144 FPS. Even at the most demanding 1080p preset, the frame rate is high enough to drive a 144 Hz monitor without issue.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a clear step down. The Low preset averages 191 FPS, which is still very smooth. The Medium preset averages 135 FPS, with a minimum of 115 FPS and a maximum of 155 FPS, indicating that frame times are more variable at this resolution. The High preset averages 95 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 91 FPS. These numbers suggest that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo if you want to balance visual fidelity with high frame rates, as even Ultra settings stay above 90 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to struggle. The Low preset averages 100 FPS, which is still playable and demonstrates the CPU's ability to handle the game's simulation logic even at high resolutions. The Medium preset averages 71 FPS, with a minimum of 60 FPS and a maximum of 81 FPS, which is borderline for a smooth experience. The High preset averages 50 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 47 FPS. These lower numbers indicate that the RTX 3070's 8 GB of VRAM and 256-bit memory bus are not sufficient for 4K Ultra settings in this game, and users would need to lower settings or resolution to achieve consistently smooth frame rates.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Ryzen 5 generation, built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Raphael codename. Its base clock is 4.00 GHz and its boost clock is 4.50 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. The processor has a 5 nm process node from TSMC, with 11,270 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. Its cache configuration is notable: 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a massive 96 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache is a key feature for gaming, as it allows more data to be stored closer to the cores, reducing latency and improving performance in games that benefit from high cache capacity.

In Pc Building Simulator, the CPU's role is evident from the high frame rates at 1080p, where the system is not GPU-bound. The PassMark single-thread score of 3494 and the multithread score of 25047 indicate strong per-core performance and decent multi-core throughput. The game, being a simulation, likely relies on the CPU for physics calculations and object management, and the 7500X3D handles this well. The nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score are the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H (44466, 0.2% higher), the Intel Core i9-13950HX (44342, 0.5% higher), and the AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 (44309, 0.6% higher), which are all within 1% of the 7500X3D's score of 44573. This shows that the CPU is performing exactly as expected for its class.

The CPU's memory support for DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth also contributes to its ability to feed the GPU with data quickly. The fact that the 4K Low preset achieves 100 FPS, which is higher than the 4K High preset's 50 FPS, suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor at 4K; rather, the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth are the constraints. The 7500X3D's 96 MB L3 cache likely helps in this simulation game by keeping more game state data on-chip, reducing the need to access system memory.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the user's resolution and preference for frame rate versus visual quality. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver playable frame rates, with the Low preset at 302 FPS and the Ultra preset at 144 FPS. For users with a 144 Hz monitor, the Ultra preset at 144 FPS is the best choice, as it provides the highest visual quality while still matching the monitor's refresh rate. If the user has a 240 Hz monitor, dropping to High (151 FPS) or Medium (214 FPS) would be necessary to take full advantage of the higher refresh rate, but the difference in visual quality between High and Ultra is often minimal in simulation games.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 91 FPS, which is above 60 FPS and suitable for most users. However, for a smoother experience, the High preset at 95 FPS is nearly identical in performance and might offer a more stable frame time. The Medium preset at 135 FPS is the best choice for users who prioritize high frame rates over maximum visual fidelity, as it still provides a significant improvement over Low (191 FPS) in terms of graphics quality. The Low preset at 191 FPS is far above what is needed for smooth gameplay and can be considered if the user wants to minimize GPU load.

At 3840x2160, the choices are more constrained. The Ultra preset at 47 FPS and the High preset at 50 FPS are both below 60 FPS, which may result in a less fluid experience, especially in a game where the camera can move quickly. The Medium preset at 71 FPS is the best option for 4K, as it provides a playable frame rate above 60 FPS while still offering better visuals than Low (100 FPS). The Low preset at 100 FPS is the only setting that provides a high frame rate at 4K, but it sacrifices a significant amount of visual quality. For most users at 4K, the Medium preset appears to be the best balance of performance and fidelity, with a minimum FPS of 60 and a maximum of 81, indicating acceptable frame pacing.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is a high-end graphics card from the GeForce 30-series, based on the Ampere architecture and the GA104 chip. It has 5888 shading units, 184 texture mapping units, and 96 raster output units, along with 46 ray tracing cores and 184 tensor cores. Its base clock is 1500 MHz and its boost clock is 1725 MHz, with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The card has a TDP of 220 W and requires a 550 W power supply, with a dual-slot design and a single 12-pin power connector.

In Pc Building Simulator, the GPU's role becomes increasingly important as resolution and settings increase. At 1080p, the GPU is not the bottleneck, as evidenced by the high frame rates across all presets. However, at 1440p and especially 4K, the GPU's limitations become apparent. The 4K Ultra preset's 47 FPS average is a clear indication that the 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for the highest settings at this resolution. The GPU's FP32 performance of 20.31 TFLOPS and its pixel rate of 165.6 GPixel/s are respectable for its class, but they are not enough to maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra in this game.

The RTX 3070's nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score are the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (17083, 0.7% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (17037, 1% higher), and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M (17019, 1.1% higher). These small deltas indicate that the GPU is performing within a tight band relative to its peers. The percentile rank of 61 against all GPUs shows that it is a mid-to-high-tier card, but not a top performer. In this game, the GPU's 8 GB memory capacity is likely the primary constraint at 4K, as the simulation's textures and object data can quickly fill the buffer. Lowering settings to Medium at 4K (71 FPS) or High at 1440p (95 FPS) allows the GPU to operate within its comfort zone, delivering smooth frame rates that are more in line with what the card can sustain.