Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator presents an interesting case study for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and AMD Radeon RX 9060 pairing. The benchmark data shows a combination that is highly capable at mainstream resolutions but begins to show its limitations when pushed to 4K, with the CPU demonstrating significant headroom while the GPU becomes the primary constraint. The measured frames per second (FPS) across different settings and resolutions reveal a clear performance hierarchy that is worth breaking down.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is built on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer, using a 7 nm process from TSMC. This is an 8-core, 16-thread processor with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a shared 32 MB of L3 cache. It supports DDR4 memory on a dual-channel bus with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, and the data indicates it can utilize PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

In the context of Pc Building Simulator, a simulation game, the CPU's threading capabilities are relevant. The benchmark results show the processor scaling effectively with thread count: a 3DMark score of 1879 with 2 threads, 3603 with 4 threads, 6141 with 8 threads, and 7683 with 16 threads. The max thread score of 7680 is nearly identical to the 16-thread score, suggesting the game or benchmark suite does not benefit significantly from more than 16 threads. The single-thread score of 959 in 3DMark is solid, and the Cinebench R23 results of 23794 multi-core and 3359 single-core reinforce that this is a well-balanced processor for both lightly and heavily threaded workloads.

The CPU's percentile ranking versus all CPUs is 81, indicating it performs better than 81% of processors in the database. Looking at its nearest rivals, the data shows it is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H, which has an average score of 29868 and a delta of 0%. The 5800XT is slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X by 0.6% and slightly behind the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and 7840HS by 0.3% each. These are marginal differences, meaning the CPU's performance is consistent with its direct competitors.

For Pc Building Simulator specifically, the high FPS numbers at 1080p and 1440p indicate that the CPU is not a bottleneck in those scenarios. The lowest average FPS at 1080p is 118 on Ultra settings, and the highest is 247 on Low settings. These numbers suggest the CPU can feed frames quickly enough to keep up with the GPU's output at these resolutions. However, at 4K, the FPS drops significantly across all settings, which points to the GPU becoming the limiting factor rather than the CPU. The CPU's robust multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a PassMark multi-thread score of 28053, suggests it has ample headroom for the simulation aspects of the game, even if the GPU can't always translate that into higher frame rates at higher resolutions.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is part of the Radeon RX 9000 series, based on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with the Navi 44 chip, codenamed Strix Point. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC, with a die size of 199 mm² and 29,700 million transistors. The GPU has a base clock of 1700 MHz, a boost clock of 2990 MHz, and a game clock of 2400 MHz. Memory is a critical aspect here: it comes with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s.

The GPU's memory configuration is a key point of analysis. With 8 GB of VRAM, the card is positioned in a mid-range tier. In Pc Building Simulator, this is likely sufficient for the game's textures and assets, but the data shows that at 4K resolution, the performance drops off considerably. The average FPS at 4K High is 41, and at 4K Ultra it falls to 39. This suggests that the GPU's compute capabilities, rather than just memory capacity, are being strained at higher resolutions. The card has 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operations units, which are modest numbers for a 4K workload.

The GPU's benchmark scores are mixed. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 3322. In Geekbench, it scores 88183 in OpenCL and 39476 in Vulkan. The PassMark G3D score is 17631, and the compute score is 9919. These numbers place the GPU in the 59th percentile of all GPUs, indicating it is an average performer overall. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which is 0.7% faster, and the AMD Radeon R9 370X, which is 1% slower. The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is also 1% slower, and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 is 2.1% slower.

For Pc Building Simulator, the GPU's role becomes clear when examining the FPS scaling. At 1080p, the GPU can produce high frame rates, with 247 FPS on Low settings. But as the resolution increases to 1440p and then 4K, the FPS drops, indicating that the GPU is working harder to render more pixels. The 8 GB VRAM might also be a factor at 4K, especially with higher texture settings, potentially causing the card to struggle with memory bandwidth or capacity. The boost clock of 2990 MHz is high, which helps at lower resolutions, but the raw compute power of 21.43 TFLOPS is not enough to maintain high frame rates at 4K in this title.

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

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how the system scales across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 118 on Ultra to 247 on Low. At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops to a range of 74 on Ultra to 156 on Low. At 3840x2160 (4K), the average FPS falls dramatically to a range of 39 on Ultra to 82 on Low.

Looking at the High settings across resolutions, the FPS drops from 124 at 1080p to 78 at 1440p, and then to 41 at 4K. This is a significant drop. The transition from 1080p to 1440p represents a 37% decrease in FPS (from 124 to 78), and the transition from 1440p to 4K represents a 47% decrease (from 78 to 41). This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, where the increase in pixel count puts more strain on the graphics card.

For context, the Medium settings show a similar pattern, with 175 FPS at 1080p, 111 FPS at 1440p, and 58 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 36%, and from 1440p to 4K is 48%. The Low settings show the least dramatic scaling, with 247 FPS at 1080p, 156 FPS at 1440p, and 82 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops here are 37% and 47%, respectively, which is consistent.

These numbers indicate that the GPU is the limiting component at higher resolutions. The CPU, with its strong multi-threaded performance, is likely not the bottleneck, as the FPS drops are proportional to the increase in pixel count, which is a GPU workload. The 8 GB VRAM could also be a factor at 4K, potentially causing texture swapping or reduced performance. The data suggests that for a smooth 4K experience, the GPU would need to be more powerful, but at 1080p and 1440p, the system provides excellent frame rates across all settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Pc Building Simulator?

A: Based on the measured data, 2560x1440 offers a strong balance, with average FPS ranging from 74 on Ultra to 156 on Low. At 4K, the average FPS drops to 39-82, which may not be ideal for smooth gameplay, while 1080p provides the highest frame rates, reaching up to 247 FPS on Low.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has an average benchmark score of 29879. It is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (delta of 0%), and it is 0.6% faster than the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X. It is 0.3% slower than both the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS.

Q: Is the GPU's 8 GB of VRAM sufficient for this game?

A: The data suggests that at 1080p and 1440p, the 8 GB VRAM appears sufficient, as frame rates are high. However, at 4K, the performance drops significantly, and while this could be due to compute limits, the VRAM capacity might also be a factor at higher texture settings.

Q: What are the FPS differences between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS on Low settings is 156, while on Ultra settings it is 74. This represents a 53% decrease in performance when moving from Low to Ultra, indicating a significant impact from the graphics settings.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested combos in this game?

A: The combo ranks 1710 out of 3002 tested combinations in Pc Building Simulator. This places it in the middle of the pack, suggesting that while it performs well, there are many other combos that achieve higher frame rates in this specific game.

Q: Which setting provides the highest frame rate at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low settings provide the highest average FPS at 247. The Medium settings follow at 175 FPS, High at 124 FPS, and Ultra at 118 FPS.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the system's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 3840x2160 (4K), the system delivers an average FPS of 41 on High settings, 82 on Low, 58 on Medium, and 39 on Ultra. The Medium settings at 4K also have recorded min and max FPS values of 49 and 66, respectively. This data shows that at 4K, the system is only capable of smooth gameplay on Low settings, with the other presets falling below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the performance improves significantly. The average FPS is 78 on High, 156 on Low, 111 on Medium, and 74 on Ultra. The Medium settings at 1440p have min and max FPS values of 94 and 127. This resolution provides a much better experience, with even Ultra settings achieving an average above 70 FPS, which is generally considered playable.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system performs exceptionally well. The average FPS is 124 on High, 247 on Low, 175 on Medium, and 118 on Ultra. The Medium settings at 1080p have min and max FPS values of 149 and 201. This resolution is where the combo shines, with all settings providing a smooth experience, and Low settings delivering exceptionally high frame rates that would be suitable for high refresh rate monitors.

The data shows a consistent pattern across all settings: as resolution increases, FPS decreases. The largest drop occurs from 1440p to 4K, where the average FPS across all settings drops by roughly half. This indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, while the CPU has enough headroom to handle the game's simulation logic at all resolutions.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the user's resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, the Medium settings offer a strong balance, with an average FPS of 175 and a minimum of 149. This provides a smooth experience with better visual fidelity than Low settings, which achieve 247 FPS but likely sacrifice visual quality. The High settings at 1080p achieve 124 FPS, which is also excellent, and Ultra achieves 118 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 1440p, the Medium settings again provide a good balance, with an average FPS of 111 and a minimum of 94. This ensures that the frame rate stays above 90 FPS in most scenarios. The High settings achieve 78 FPS, which is still smooth, but the Ultra settings drop to 74 FPS, which is close to the 60 FPS minimum for comfortable play. For a more competitive or high-refresh-rate experience, the Low settings at 156 FPS would be the best choice, but for a visually pleasing experience, Medium is recommended.

At 4K, the situation is more challenging. The Low settings achieve an average FPS of 82, which is the only preset that provides a consistently smooth experience above 60 FPS. The Medium settings achieve 58 FPS, which is marginal, and High and Ultra settings fall below 60 FPS at 41 and 39 FPS, respectively. For 4K gaming, the Low settings are the only viable option for maintaining playable frame rates, and even then, the experience may not be ideal for fast-paced gameplay.

Overall, the data suggests that the best experience is achieved at 1440p with Medium settings, offering an average FPS of 111 and a minimum of 94, which provides a good balance between visual quality and performance. At 1080p, Medium or High settings are recommended, with High offering a more detailed image at 124 FPS. For 4K, users should stick to Low settings to avoid frame rate drops below the playable threshold.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combo ranks 1710 out of 3002 tested combinations in Pc Building Simulator. This ranking places it in the 57th percentile of all tested combos, meaning it performs better than 57% of the systems that have been benchmarked in this game. This is a mid-pack ranking, indicating that while this combo is capable, there are many other combinations that deliver higher frame rates in this specific title.

The ranking suggests that the combo is neither a top-tier performer nor a bottom-tier one. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance (81st percentile) is likely not the limiting factor, as the GPU's 59th percentile ranking is lower. This implies that the GPU is the bottleneck in this system, and the overall combo ranking is pulled down by the GPU's relatively average performance.

Compared to other combos, this system is in the middle of the pack. This is consistent with the FPS data, which shows excellent performance at 1080p and 1440p but struggles at 4K. The combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can achieve high frame rates on most settings, but it is not designed for high-end 4K gaming. The ranking of 1710 out of 3002 reflects this balance, positioning the combo as a solid mid-range option for mainstream gaming resolutions, but not a top contender for enthusiasts seeking maximum performance at 4K or with the highest settings.