Pc Building Simulator

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, built on the Zen 4 (Raphael) architecture using a 5 nm process at TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU carries a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a defining feature for gaming workloads. Its memory bandwidth is rated at 83.2 GB/s over a dual-channel DDR5 interface.

For a simulation title like Pc Building Simulator, the CPU’s role is often more pronounced than in action-oriented games, as simulation logic, object tracking, and UI responsiveness can scale with thread performance. The 7500X3D’s benchmark scores show a Passmark single-thread score of 3494 and a multithread score of 25047. The single-thread result is particularly relevant because many simulation games have a primary game thread that cannot fully utilize all cores. The 7500X3D’s 4.50 GHz boost clock helps ensure that this primary thread runs at high speed.

Compared to its nearest rivals in the benchmark database, the 7500X3D’s average benchmark score of 44573 is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H (44466) and 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i9-13950HX (44342). It also edges out the AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 by 0.6% (44309). However, it trails the Intel Core i5-14600, which scores 44889, a delta of -0.7%. These are very tight margins, indicating that the 7500X3D sits in a highly competitive performance band for general CPU work. The processor’s 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs further confirms that it is a top-tier part, though not the absolute fastest.

In the context of this game, the measured FPS data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo hits 352 FPS, which is the highest recorded value across all configurations. This suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions and settings, as the frame rate is exceptionally high. The strong single-thread performance and the large L3 cache likely contribute to smooth frame pacing in a game that manages many discrete components and build states.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with the AD103 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s. The GPU’s base clock is 2205 MHz with a boost clock of 2505 MHz, and the memory runs at 1400 MHz (22.4 Gbps effective). With 9728 shading units, 304 TMUs, and 112 ROPs, the RTX 4080 is a high-end part. It also includes 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores for ray tracing and AI workloads.

The RTX 4080’s raw compute capability is reflected in its passmark G3D score of 34457 and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6567. The GPU’s percentile rank among all GPUs is 86, and its average benchmark score is 54247. When compared to its nearest rivals, the RTX 4080 is essentially tied with the RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54209 (a delta of 0.1%). The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55698) and AMD Radeon 8060S (55757) are 2.6% and 2.7% higher, respectively. This places the RTX 4080 slightly below a few competitors in synthetic benchmarks, but the differences are small.

For Pc Building Simulator, the GPU’s role is primarily about rendering the 3D workspace, component models, and lighting. The 16 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for this title, even at 4K resolution with Ultra settings. The measured FPS data shows that the GPU is capable of pushing 74 FPS at 4K Ultra, which drops from 78 FPS at High settings. This indicates that the GPU is the primary limiter at 4K, as the frame rate scales downward with increased graphical load. The RTX 4080’s high memory bandwidth and fast boost clock allow it to maintain playable frame rates even at the highest preset, though the difference between High and Ultra is modest, suggesting diminishing returns on the most demanding settings.

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

The measured FPS data across resolutions reveals a clear pattern of scaling. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo delivers 352 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 297 FPS, a reduction of 55 FPS (15.6%). At 4K Low, the frame rate falls to 155 FPS, which is 44% lower than the 1440p result and 56% lower than the 1080p result. This steep decline at 4K indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as pixel count increases, even at Low settings where the CPU is less burdened.

At Medium settings, the scaling is similar: 310 FPS at 1080p, 210 FPS at 1440p, and 110 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 100 FPS (32.3%), and from 1440p to 4K is another 100 FPS (47.6%). The percentage drop grows at higher resolutions, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance. At High settings, the frame rates are 235 FPS at 1080p, 148 FPS at 1440p, and 78 FPS at 4K. The 1080p to 1440p drop is 87 FPS (37%), and the 1440p to 4K drop is 70 FPS (47.3%).

At Ultra settings, the figures are 224 FPS at 1080p, 141 FPS at 1440p, and 74 FPS at 4K. The 1080p to 1440p reduction is 83 FPS (37.1%), and the 1440p to 4K reduction is 67 FPS (47.5%). The consistent pattern of roughly a 37% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 47% drop from 1440p to 4K across all settings strongly suggests that the GPU is the dominant constraint at higher resolutions. The CPU’s performance headroom, as shown by the 1080p Low result of 352 FPS, is ample, but the RTX 4080’s rendering load grows proportionally with pixel count, pulling frame rates down.

# How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 achieves a rank of 296 out of 3723 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator. This places the combo in the top 8% of all configurations in the database. The high rank is expected given the strength of both components, but the specific rank of 296 indicates that there are 295 other combos that deliver higher average frame rates in this game.

The fact that this combo does not rank higher, despite the CPU’s 89th percentile and GPU’s 86th percentile standings, suggests that the game is not purely scaling with component performance. The rank of 296 out of 3723 means that roughly 295 combos outperform it, which could include systems with more powerful GPUs or CPUs with higher single-thread speeds. Given that the RTX 4080 is only 0.1% behind the RTX 4080 SUPER in average score, the ranking gap likely comes from combos with more aggressive CPUs or GPUs that are better optimized for this specific game’s engine.

In the measured FPS data, the highest frame rate recorded is 352 FPS at 1080p Low. This is an excellent result, but the rank of 296 suggests that many other combos can achieve even higher peaks, possibly exceeding 400 FPS at 1080p Low. The combo’s ranking relative to its component percentiles indicates that while it is a high-end pairing, it is not at the absolute top tier for this game, which may favor CPUs with higher boost clocks or GPUs with more raw shading power.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience depends on the target resolution and the desired frame rate. At 1080p, all settings presets deliver well above 200 FPS. Low settings produce 352 FPS, Medium 310 FPS, High 235 FPS, and Ultra 224 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra is only 11 FPS (4.9%), while the difference between Medium and High is 75 FPS (31.9%). For most users, High settings at 1080p offer a strong balance, providing a 235 FPS average that is still well above typical high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 1440p, the pattern is similar. Low settings hit 297 FPS, Medium 210 FPS, High 148 FPS, and Ultra 141 FPS. The jump from High to Ultra is just 7 FPS (4.7%), while Medium to High is 62 FPS (29.5%). Given that 148 FPS is already smooth for most displays, High settings at 1440p are recommended for the best visual quality without a significant frame rate penaltyched. Ultra adds little benefit for the small cost.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. Low settings achieve 155 FPS, Medium 110 FPS, High 78 FPS, and Ultra 74 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra is only 4 FPS (5.1%), but the drop from Medium to High is 32 FPS (29.1%). For 4K gaming, Medium settings at 110 FPS provide a responsive experience, while High at 78 FPS is still playable. Ultra at 74 FPS is marginally slower. If a 60 FPS target is the goal, High settings at 4K is the most visually appealing option, but Medium offers a headroom of 50 FPS over the minimum. The data suggests that Ultra is not worth the performance cost at any resolution, as it consistently delivers only a few FPS more than High.

# FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS is 352, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7500X3D compare to its closest rival in CPU benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500X3D has an average benchmark score of 44573, which is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H (44466) and 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i9-13950HX (44342), but 0.7% lower than the Intel Core i5-14600 (44889).

Q: Is the RTX 4080 faster than the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: No, the RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, while the RTX 4080 SUPER scores 54209, meaning the RTX 4080 is 0.1% behind the SUPER.

Q: What is the frame rate drop from 1440p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At Ultra settings, the frame rate drops from 141 FPS at 2560x1440 to 74 FPS at 3840x2160, a reduction of 67 FPS (47.5%).

Q: How many total combos does this setup rank against in Pc Building Simulator?

A: This combo ranks 296th out of 3723 tested combos.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded in the measured data?

A: The only minimum FPS values provided are 263 FPS at 1080p Medium, 179 FPS at 1440p Medium, and 93 FPS at 4K Medium, with no minimums listed for other presets.

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

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are as follows: Low settings deliver 352 FPS, Medium settings deliver 310 FPS with a minimum of 263 and a maximum of 356, High settings deliver 235 FPS, and Ultra settings deliver 224 FPS. The Medium preset is the only one at this resolution with min/max data, showing a 93 FPS range between its lowest and highest frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops across all settings. Low settings produce 297 FPS, Medium settings produce 210 FPS with a minimum of 179 and a maximum of 242, High settings produce 148 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 141 FPS. The Medium preset’s min/max range is 63 FPS, narrower than at 1080p, indicating more consistent performance at higher resolution.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS is significantly lower. Low settings achieve 155 FPS, Medium settings achieve 110 FPS with a minimum of 93 and a maximum of 126, High settings achieve 78 FPS, and Ultra settings achieve 74 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K shows a min/max range of 33 FPS, which is the tightest range of any Medium preset across resolutions, suggesting that the GPU is more consistently loaded at 4K.

The complete dataset shows that the combo’s performance scales predictably with resolution and settings. The highest frame rate is 352 FPS at 1080p Low, and the lowest is 74 FPS at 4K Ultra. The Medium preset is the only one with min/max data for all three resolutions, offering a useful reference for frame pacing: the minimum FPS at 1080p Medium is 263, at 1440p Medium is 179, and at 4K Medium is 93, all of which remain above 60 FPS. This indicates that even the lowest recorded frame rates are playable, though at 4K Medium the margin above 60 FPS is only 33 FPS.